Overview
Character Name
Iago
Show
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Mature Adult, Elderly
Role Size
Lead
Voice
Spoken
Time & Place
Venice and Cyprus, time unspecified
Analysis
Iago has the title of “Ancient” – a standard bearer for the General Othello – this is a position below lieutenant, and Iago makes clear that he is resentful of his lack of promotion, especially when young Cassio is promoted. He is trusted as Othello’s most honest adviser,
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