Space 55 Performs DEMDIKES DEVILS for Halloween Season

In 1612, ten women were hung for the crime of murder by witchcraft, but were they guilty or innocent? Space 55, the home for new, innovative and affordable theater, brings the haunting show, DemDikes Devils, just in time for Halloween. Performances of DemDikes Devils will be held on the weekends from October 14 to October 28 with showtimes on Friday and Saturday Nights at 8 pm and Sundays at 5 pm.

Tickets start at $15 and are available at www.space55.org or at the door 1/2 hour prior to curtain. Space 55 is located at 636 E. Pierce St, Phoenix AZ 85004.

About DemDike's Devils

In 1612 ten women were hung for the crime of murder by witchcraft, but were they guilty or innocent?

DemDike's Devils is based on the transcript of their trial held in Lancaster Castle, and incorporates quotes from contemporary plays that were, in most instances, inspired by the same source and events.

This was a time in England when religious persecution and superstition ran unchecked, women were the property of men, witchcraft was illegal, and so was practicing a religion other than that of the Protestant Church of England. King James I obsessed with witchcraft, and fearing Catholic rebellion, was Protector of the Faith and head of the Church of England. A result of his fears, some real, but most not, was that harsh penalties were imposed on Catholics and witches alike. Catholics who put the Pope above the King were guilty of treason and likely to be burned at the stake, but who was considered a witch in 1612? Pretty much anyone, innocent and guilty alike, all that was needed was one outlandish accusation. The distinction between witchcraft and Catholicism became blurred, but both were capital crimes. You did have a choice though; hang as a witch, or burn as a Catholic.

DemDike's Devils was written by Wendy Warwick White who will also direct the production for Space 55. The cast features Dennis Frederick, Ann Harper, Megan Holcomb, Mary Lynn Lobello, Carolyn McBurney, Ashley Naftule and Robert Peters.

About Space 55

Led by Artistic Director Duane Daniels, Space 55 supports the theater community through workshops in technique and playwriting, providing performance opportunities for local actors and offering a variety of theater experiences from variety shows and after-hours theater, to new works and award-winning plays.

Please note that there can be adult content in many of Space 55's shows (translation: Parents, get a babysitter).

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