The Crucible at Alberta Bair Theater

The Crucible is an English language opera written by Robert Ward based on the play by Arthur Miller. The play takes place during the 1692 Salem Witch Trials. Several women and men in the town are accused of witchcraft by a group of young girls led by Abigail Williams. Her jealousy of John Proctor's wife, Elizabeth leads Abigail to accuse her of witchcraft. John himself is eventually accused and hangs rather than recant, saying he can't dirty his name and stands up for what he believes.

Authors

• Arthur Miller

Tony Awards and Nominations for The Crucible