The Crucible 1961

Opened: October 26, 1961

The Crucible - 1961 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

New York City Center
131 West 55th St. (between 6th and 7th Avenues) New York, NY 10019

Based on the play by Arthur Miller

Presented for the first time at Hartford Stage, Arthur Miller’s gripping drama of a community stirred into madness by superstition, paranoia and malice is a savage attack on the evils of mindless persecution and the terrifying power of false accusations. At first, the idea that Goodie Proctor is a witch is only an absurd rumor, but the accusations of mischievous girls gradually take possession of Salem, and good people of pious nature are condemning other good people to the gallows. Winner of the 1953 Tony Award for Best Play.

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The Crucible FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Crucible have there been?
The Crucible has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1961.
What awards has The Crucible been nominated for?
The Crucible has been nominated for the Best American Play award at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Arthur Miller.

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