Which role had he been cast in but could not play due to injury?
Othello
Iago
Richard III
Macduff
Answer
Othello, the iconic Shakespearean role, was unfortunately never portrayed by Laurence Olivier due to an unfortunate injury that occurred during rehearsals. Olivier, renowned for his exceptional acting skills, had eagerly anticipated portraying the complex character of Othello but fate intervened, preventing him from bringing his interpretation to life on stage.
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