The Old Vic, DigitalTheatre.com and CinemaLive present: Arthur Miller's THE CRUCIBLE

The Old Vic, DigitalTheatre.com & CinemaLive are delighted to announce that The Old Vic's five-star, sold-out production of Arthur Miller's The Crucible directed by Yaël Farber and starring Richard Armitage ('The Hobbit', 'Into the Storm') will be screened in over 350 cinemas across the UK for two screenings only, Thursday 4th & Sunday 7th December 2014. Further worldwide territories announced shortly.

Visit: www.thecrucibleonscreen.com

"Yaël Farber's mesmerising five star production of The Crucible is one of the most successful and most acclaimed in The Old Vic's history. We are excited to finally be sharing one of the theatrical events of a decade with audiences across the country, thanks to our friends at DigitalTheatre.com and CinemaLive. Arthur Miller's chilling, powerful and legendary work is truly a play for our times."

John Richardson, Producer, The Old Vic

"We are thrilled to be working in partnership with The Old Vic for the first time, taking their celebrated, five star production of The Crucible to cinemas nationwide. Digital Theatre.com continues to extend the reach of the best of British theatre, building new audiences and giving every viewer a 'best seat in the house' experience". Tom Shaw, Executive Producer, DigitalTheatre.com

"CinemaLive are delighted to continue their successful partnership with Digital Theatre, to distribute this year's 'must-see' theatre event to cinemas across the country, reaching thousands of people over two nights, who otherwise would not have had the chance to see this sold-out production. Digital Theatre's superbly crafted productions ensure that the cinema environment is the best place to see and hear this fantastic play, where Richard Armitage's performance will surely go down in history as one of London theatre's best" Peter Skillman, CEO and Co-Director, CinemaLive

Richard Armitage (who will be continuing his role as Thorin Oakenshield in 'The Hobbit', in cinemas in December) excels as John Proctor in Arthur Miller's classic American drama brought vividly to life in this visceral production by internationally acclaimed director Yaël Farber (Mies Julie; Nirbhaya).

In a small tight-knit community, personal grievances collide with lust and superstition, fuelling widespread hysteria. Miller's timeless parable attacks the evils of mindless persecution and the terrifying power of false accusations.

This production was part of a season of work at The Old Vic supported by Bank of America Merrill Lynch, PwC and The Old Vic in the round Sponsor, CQS.

Full cast: Richard Armitage, Harry Attwell, Samantha Colley, Marama Corlett,

Jack Ellis, Ann Firbank, William Gaunt, Natalie Gavin, Christopher Godwin,

Hannah Hutch, Lauren Lyle, Anna Madeley, Paddy Navin, Sarah Niles, Tom Peters,

Rebecca Saire, Neil Salvage, Adrian Schiller, Michael Thomas, Alan Vicary,

Daisy Waterstone, Matt Weyland and Zara White

Director: Yaël Farber

Designer: Soutra Gilmour

Lighting: Tim Lutkin

Music and Sound: Richard Hammarton

Movement: Imogen Knight

Casting: Maggie Lunn and Camilla Evans

The Crucible was captured live in stunning High Definition by the producers of DigitalTheatre.com. Filmed using multiple cameras, the viewer is given the most immersive experience. CinemaLive, who hold the record for the highest grossing recorded theatre production in UK Box Office history for DigitalTheatre.com's Private Lives, will distribute The Crucible in over 350 UK cinemas. Further worldwide territories will be announced shortly.

For more information, ticketing and for all other participating cinemas in the UK and Ireland please visit www.thecrucibleonscreen.com

About The Old Vic

To us, great theatre is about great plays, great performances and great nights out from the moment you step through the door. Currently under the artistic leadership of Kevin Spacey, we continue to attract the best creative talent in the industry.

The Old Vic has survived and in recent years thrived because it has always reached out to the widest range of audiences without compromising artistic standards. Although it has attracted great actors, it has never believed that theatre itself is for an elite. We believe theatre should be for everyone. The Old Vic has been a landmark for nearly 200 years. It's one of London's oldest working theatres and has provided a dramatic home for an extraordinary roll call of actors. Visit oldvictheatre.com

About DigitalTheatre.com

DigitalTheatre.com is the on-demand arts entertainment platform with over 40 West End and Broadway shows available to rent or buy in stunning HD, with a global reach in over 220 countries. Working in partnership with leading theatre companies to capture stunning live performances authentically created for a fully immersive onscreen experience. Productions are available to buy or rent at DigitalTheatre.com and can be watched globally online, Samsung Smart TV App, and the DigitalTheatre.com iOS App. Other productions available include triple Olivier Award-winning Ghosts starring Lesley Manville, Noël Coward's Private Lives starring Toby Stephens and Anna Chancellor, and Much Ado About Nothing starring David Tennant and Catherine Tate. Visit www.DigitalTheatre.com

About CinemaLive
CinemaLive is an Event Cinema specialist who provides the entertainment industry with direct live access to cinema locations and big screens on an international basis. CinemaLive distributes both live and recorded content theatrically to over 70 countries worldwide covering a range of Event Cinema including music concerts, opera, theatre, musicals and comedy. With offices in London and Sydney, the CinemaLive subsidiary has quickly become one of the fastest growing companies in its field since establishing in late 2008. Visit www.CinemaLive.com