Drama

The Crucible

(Salemi nõiad)

A drama in three acts.

Love, passion, hate, fanaticism, truth, lies – all intertwined in a great and a powerful drama. Arthur Miller’s play tells a true story that happened at the end of 17th century in Massachusetts, in a village called Salem.

By Arthur Miller
Translated by Virve Aruoja
Director: Ain Mäeots
Stage Designer: Liina Unt

In Roles: Helena Merzin, Katrin Pärn, Riho Kütsar, Aivar Tommingas, Raivo Adlas, Külliki Saldre, Margus Jaanovits, Laura Peterson, Merle Jääger, Ao Peep, Kais Adlas, Piret Simson, Jüri Lumiste, Marika Barabanštšikova, Ain Mäeots

Running Time:

3:30

Performances:

Girls who were trying some witchcraft were caught in a forest near the village. In order to wash the blame off themselves, they accused the other villagers of witchcraft. The leader of the girls' group, Abigail Williams, is in love with John Proctor. The man has decided to end the relationship with her and the girl in despair also accuses Proctor’s wife, Elizabeth, of witchcraft. It starts the witch-hunt and is impossible to end.
"The Crucible" is one of the most powerful and famous works of 20th century dramaturgy. Interviewing the specialists at the turn of the millennium, Arthur Miller was the most mentioned dramaturg in the last century and "The Crucible" was elected a most estimable sixth place in the competition of thousands of plays.

"Arthur Miller's The Crucible produced by Ain Mäeots in the Vanemuine is a sweet treat for those who are tired of theatrical experiments and endeavours and prefer pleasant classical theatre for a change."

Kati Murutar, Pärnu Postimees daily newspaper

"The charm of the new play by the Vanemuine lies in its psychological and exciting nature, its impressiveness and intensity."

Katrin Ruus, Tartu Postimees daily newspaper

The premiere on 16 October 2004 in the Harbour Theatre.