Othello isn't technically a problem play, but it certainly fits the bill. Join Shaq Stewart and Navi as we grapple with whether we still need a play like Othello in 2023.

Shaq Stewart (he/his) is a DMV local actor, musician, and playwright. Previous credits include Complete Works of Shakespeare Abridged (CSC) Macbeth(Banquo, PG Shakespeare in the Park) Do You Feel Anger(Howie, Theatre Alliance) Mlima's Tale(1st Stage). Creator by nature, he's three rap albums deep, been on two local tours and a national romp across the country with the National Players, and is now a producing playwright with Sisters Freehold. His new play, The Codeswitch opens this July. He is part of the 4th generation of the Welders Playwright collective. There's more to do. Even more to prove. Never ever EVER let em think they know ya next move.

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