Does+this+play+reinforce+or+challenge+racial+and sexist stereotypes?

Chantelle- I think that the play does reinforce racial stereotypes. For example, how Othello is always addressed as a moor, making it seem as though he isn't at the same level as them in the social hierarchy.

Mabelly- I agree with Chantelle, this play reinforces racial, as well as gender stereotypes. But I would also like to point out that this is Shakespeare. He didn't live in a time where racial stereotypes or social issues were challenged. Instead he used these elements to bring romanticism to his pieces. The fact that Othello is a Moor and is looked down upon adds drama and romanticism to the play.