The Crucible

Synopsis

Salem, Massachusetts 1692. When the stories of three local girls are taken as gospel, a small village populated by Puritans and petty local rivalries, is thrown into panic by talk of witchcraft. The community begins to purge itself, and as accusations fly suspicion alone is accepted as evidence. Written during the vigorous and unscrupulous investigations of Senator J R McCarthy in 1950's America. The Crucible is a timeless portrayal of communal hysteria and the evil of mindless persecution.

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62.252.128.26) - 13 March 2006:

I fully concur with all earlier reviews, everyone should see this production to learn how theatre should be done. All performances were outstanding, Iain Glen was a commanding presence who gave such a powerful performance. I disagree with an earlier reviewer as I found Elaine Cassidy incredible as Abigail, surpassing herself in the courtroom scene where she convulsed and contorted on the floor, in the most disturbing (yet brilliant) scene of the play. I, along with many other members of the audience was left utterly speechless, having been completely blown away by some of the best acting I've ever seen. The set is simple and yet effective, with the changes covered by a chanting I found ever so slightly creepy. The Crucible fully deserves the West End run it has just been awarded and I urge everyone to see it, you will not be disappointed. ...

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