For many centuries people have found theater to be an excellent form of entertainment. The public's appreciation for such entertainment is based upon different theatrical themes. Whether it is a lighthearted comedy, that is most certain to lift anyone's spirits, a passionate romance, that stirs our innermost quixotic emotions, or a dire tragedy, that finds no rhyme or reason in our so-called "fair" concept of life. These types of plays appeal to the different aspects of humanity, and that is why the public has and will continue to regard theater as quality entertainment.
             One of the most renowned composers of such dramas was the late William Shakespeare (1564-1616). In the book Literature An Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Drama Editor X. J. Kennedy refers to Shakespeare as "the supreme writer of English" (1009). Shakespeare possessed the rare ability to write comedies, love stories, as well as tragedies, all of which are equal in refinement. British novelists J.I.M. Stewart stated that, "Shakespeare's instincts was to make of his plays the mirror of life, and broadly speaking, he sets about this by the methods of the naturalistic writer" (502). His work has withstood the test of time and linguistic barriers. For centuries audiences have enjoyed his work and have been able to derive from its interpretations in which they can associate. His keen ability to touch all aspects of humanity is that he has kept his works alive throughout the centuries. It is said that when Shakespeare wrote Othello, about 1604, he was at the height of his power. Othello was written in the classic tragic form:
             A tragedy, is as imitation of an action that is serious, complete in itself,
             And of a certain magnitude; in a language embellished with each kind of
             Artistry… cast in the form of drama, not narrative, accomplishing through
             Incidents that arouse pity and fear purgation of these emotions
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