Washington’s portrayal of Othello adds him to a collection of Black actors who have performed the theatrical role, which was traditionally portrayed by whites only for generations.

The Broadway revival of Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal as Othello and Iago, has begun rehearsals.

The pictures captured Washington, who plays the title role, sharing a laugh alongside Molly Osborne, the actress cast in the role of Othello's wife, Desdemona. Gyllenhaal, who plays Othello's foil ...