THE cast of Rugby Theatre are preparing to wow audiences with a bewildering and terrifying, but also beautifully poignant and wonderfully moving play.
The Crucible is a play about human nature, how the best intentions can pave a road to hell and about how easy it is to look the other way.
Arthur Miller's most dramatic and tragic play is as relevant today as it was during the infamous Salem witch t
rials upon which the play is based. It is a steady and tragic progression of small, seemingly harmless acts prompted by superstition, prejudices, preconceptions, politics and human emotions.
Director Helen Dulcamara has returned to her first love with this strong, beautifully written, emotional drama.
Helen said: "With any Arthur Miller play you are guaranteed quality of writing and plot, but The Crucible is widely accepted as one of the most important plays of the 20th century. In telling the story of these tragic and almost unbelievable events in Salem in 1692, using real names of some of those who actually died, Miller highlights the terrifying consequences of hysterical persecution.
"My cast has become immersed into this bewildering, at time terrifying, but also beautifully poignant and wonderfully moving community and so produced a truly heartfelt account of miller's masterpiece."
The Crucible has attracted some of Rugby Theatre's finest actors who are delighted to have the chance to act in a production of such depth and quality, including Ruth and Andy MacCallum, Darren Pratt, Lesley Maltman, Sue Todd, Simon Ainley, plys wonderful new talent of all ages.
The two girls who play lead roles are both said to be impressive in their deeply emotional roles.
The Crucible opens at Rugby Theatre on Saturday and runs daily until Saturday, March 20, except there is no Sunday performance. For tickets call the box office on (01788) 541234.
