Aw, Shucks! The Crucible finished at Open Air Theatre on June 17, 2010
The Crucible is now showing at Shakespeares Globe Theatre
The Crucible
Aw, Shucks! The Crucible finished at Open Air Theatre on June 17, 2010
The Crucible is now showing at Shakespeares Globe Theatre
Why see The Crucible?
Set amid the Salem witch hunts, The Crucible, arguably Arthur Miller’s greatest play, sees a community divided by jealousy and superstition.
As witchcraft hysteria takes hold, choices have to be made: conform to survive or uphold your beliefs whatever the consequences.
Following the 2009 success of The Importance of Being Earnest, the unique setting of the Open Air Theatre allows another classic to find a new voice. Directed by Artistic Director, Timothy Sheader, experience the breathtaking climax of The Crucible as the narrative darkens under the night sky.
Key Information
Audience
The Crucible is suitable for audiences aged 12 and upwards.
Run Time
3 hours with one 15 minute intermission.
Dates
Finished 17 Jun 2010
Cast
Patrick O’Kane
Emma Cunniffe
Emily Taaffe
Oliver Ford Davies
Emma Cunniffe
Emily Taaffe
Oliver Ford Davies
Creative
Director: Timothy Sheader
Design: Jon Bausor
Composer & Sound Score: Nick Powell
Sound Design: Fergus O'Hare
Casting Director: Sarah Bird
Design: Jon Bausor
Composer & Sound Score: Nick Powell
Sound Design: Fergus O'Hare
Casting Director: Sarah Bird
Reviews
Customer reviews
4 reviews, average rating: (3.8 Stars)
Juddlinski
A true classic in a beautifully atmospheric setting
This production of The Crucible uses the unique open air setting of Regent's Park Open Air Theatre to great effect. The fading light as the play rolls inexorably towards its climax really does add something other-worldly to the feel of the play. One of the highlights for me were the use of the girls off-stage acting as a sort of mute Greek Chorus (when they stand up in unison and point accusingly at Tituba it really is quite chilling). Standout performances are Bettrys Jones as Mary Warren and veteran actor Oliver Ford-Davies as Deputy Governor Danford, who had the uncanny knack of being able to project his voice to the very back seats of the theatre without sounding as if he was raising it.
Thoroughly recommended! ... Read more
Anonymous
Superbly chilling theatre
I saw the opening night of this play. It is always interesting to find a director who can still find new truths and interpretations in a classic play. This piece is often sombre to the point of leadeness but here it is presented as a piece with hope as well as committment to universal values running through it. The cast were totally engaging and convincing throughout. All the principals were strong giving a very rounded piece. The simple staging instantly evoked the time and place although it caused a few sightline problems in the court scene. The use of the village girls as a virtually silent chorus was superb underscoring. Although acting and re-acting (constantly throughout) as a group one always felt they were individuals, never slipping into the trap of a rehearsed chorus. I would recommend this as a great evening out. It runs quite late in the evening so take a sweater for the second half! ... Read more
Angela
Mesmerising & chilling
Saw this yesterday and it has leapt up my top 10 amazing productions which is quite an achievement given that I've seen some truly amazing theatre in the last few years inc Oliver F-D in Hamlet. Strong, compelling performances by all and completely agree with another comment about the effectiveness of the Salem village girls both off and on the stage - really creepy. Hard to single anyone out for special praise - all truly excellent. Go and see it if you want to spend 3 hrs completely sucked into this world where hysteria, prejudice and baser human emotions are finally trounced by strength of character to stand up for your good name and beliefs. ... Read more
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