With $921 Seats, Denzel Washington's Othello' Breaks a Box Office Record
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Shakespeare's Othello is experiencing a remarkable resurgence on Broadway, fueled by star performances from Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Ticket prices have surged, with some seats selling for as much as $921, making it the highest-grossing nonmusical in a single week, totaling $2.8 million. The show's initial success comes despite not yet receiving reviews, revealing a strong public interest akin to the high prices seen in popular concerts and events, demonstrating a growing trend in high-demand theater pricing.
Demand for Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal in Othello is extraordinarily high, reflected in ticket prices soaring to over $900 and box office records being shattered.
Othello has grossed an unprecedented $2.8 million in a single week on Broadway, making it the highest-grossing nonmusical show in history, driven by intense ticket sales.
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