It is a dramatized and partially fictionalized story of the Salem witch trials that took place in the Province of Massachusetts Bay during 1692 and 1693. Miller wrote the play as an allegory of McCarthyism, when the U.S. government blacklisted accused communists. Starring Ben Whishaw as John Proctor, Tony winner Sophie more...
Tina Benko, who graced Broadway in productions such as Irena’s Vow and Hedda Gabler, brought her extensive stage experience to her role in The Crucible, having previously captivated audiences in Off-Broadway hits like Tales from Red Vienna and The Little Foxes. more...
Teagle F. Bougere, a distinguished actor with a robust portfolio, brought his depth and nuance to the Broadway stage in past productions such as "The Crucible," showcasing his exceptional talent in this timeless classic. more...
Michael Braun, who graced the Broadway stage in the past with his performances in "The Crucible" and "War Horse," has also showcased his versatility Off-Broadway and on regional stages, as well as in film and television. more...
Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut made her Broadway debut in the Tony-nominated revival of Arthur Miller’s "The Crucible," directed by Ivo Van Hove. more...
Tavi Gevinson, who recently graduated from Oak Park and River Forest High School in Illinois, brought her multifaceted talents to the stage in The Crucible, adding to her impressive resume that includes film, television, and editorial achievements. more...
Jason Butler Harner, who last captivated Broadway audiences in Ivo van Hove's galvanizing revival of The Crucible, is currently starring as Agent Roy Petty on the celebrated Netflix series "Ozark." more...
Jenny Jules, who previously graced Broadway with her performance in The Crucible, has an extensive theatre background that includes notable roles both on and off Broadway, as well as in London's prestigious theatres. more...
Jim Norton, who won a Tony Award for The Seafarer and has an extensive career in theater, film, and television, brought his remarkable talent to the cast of The Crucible, adding depth and experience to the production. more...
Sophie Okonedo, a versatile British actress known for her roles in Young Soul Rebels and Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls, portrayed Elizabeth Proctor in the 2016 Broadway revival of The Crucible. more...
Saoirse Ronan, an acclaimed actress known for her work in period dramas, brought her exceptional talent to the stage in a past production of The Crucible, adding to her impressive career that includes a Golden Globe Award and multiple Academy Award nominations. more...
Thomas Jay Ryan, known for his versatile performances, graced the Broadway stage in "The Crucible," adding to his impressive credits that include "West Side Story" and "In the Next Room, The Vibrator Play." more...
Elizabeth Teeter, who portrayed "Betty" in The Crucible alongside Saoirse Ronan on Broadway, has also graced the stage in notable productions such as The Audience and Mary Poppins. more...
Ray Anthony Thomas, a seasoned actor with the Atlantic Theater Company, has graced Broadway stages in productions like David Mamet's Race and the past staging of The Crucible. more...
Brenda Wehle, a seasoned actress with an impressive Broadway portfolio including The Crucible, has also garnered acclaim Off-Broadway and internationally, earning Obie Awards for her performances in Talking Heads and Tony Kushner’s The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide. more...
Ben Whishaw, who was last seen on Broadway in The Crucible at the Walter Kerr Theatre, has an extensive theatre background including notable performances in Bakkhai, Mojo, and Hamlet, for which he earned an Olivier Award nomination. more...
Erin Wilhelmi, who graced Broadway stages in productions such as The Crucible and A Doll's House, Part 2, has also showcased her talents Off-Broadway in plays like American Hero and The Great God Pan. more...
Awards and Nominations
2016 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Bill Camp was nominated but did not win.
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Play: Ben Whishaw was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play: Jim Norton was nominated but did not win.
2016 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play: Bill Camp was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Sophie Okonedo was nominated but did not win.
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