Kent State University’s School of Theatre and Dance is kicking off its 2024-2025 season with "The Crucible" running September 27 through October 2 in Wright-Curtis Theatre, located in the Center for Performing Arts.
Widely considered a masterpiece, this timeless classic challenges American ideas of power, intolerance and justice. In 1692 Salem, the Puritans are living in a time of uncertainty. When accusations of witchcraft start to spread, the community begins to unravel. The people of Salem are faced with a choice; to stand up for what is right, or to save themselves. Among the most produced plays since its debut in 1953, “The Crucible” is both a riveting historical drama and a continuing parable of contemporary society.
"The Crucible" was written by Arthur Miller. Amy Fritsche is the director with Madison Shannon as assistant director and production stage manager, Lauren Wyatt. Costume design is by Michelle Hunt Souza, lighting design is by Joe Malovasic, sound design is by Jeff Polunas and technical direction is by Jenna Conley. Scene design is Gennie Neuman-Lambert and properties supervisor is Frankie Teuber. Karl Erdmann is the production manager and Tony Hardin is the director of the School of Theatre and Dance and executive producer.
PERFORMANCES
All performances take place in Wright-Curtis Theatre, Center for the Performing Arts (1325 Theatre Drive, Kent, OH, 44242).
Friday, September 27
7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 28
7:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 29
2 p.m.
Tuesday, October 1
7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 2
7:30 p.m.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets to "The Crucible" can be purchased through the Performing Arts Box Office by phone at 330-672-2787 or online at www.kent.edu/artscollege/box-office