7 minutes | Wednesday, 30 April 2025
Arthur Miller’s The Crucible is a gripping drama set during the Salem witch trials of the late 1600s, exploring themes of mass hysteria, integrity, and the dangerous power of accusation. Written as an allegory for McCarthyism in 1950s America, the play remains hauntingly relevant today, as it exposes how fear can unravel communities and distort justice.
On this morning’s WRS Breakfast Show, Katt Cullen spoke with Béatrice Muntean and Can Cebeci from The Village Players in Lausanne, who are bringing this powerful story to life on stage. They shared not only the emotional weight and intensity of the production with its dark themes, but also the surprising moments of levity, humanity and even humour. It promises to be a thought-provoking and unforgettable performance.
Catch The Village Players upcoming production of The Crucible at the Centre Pluriculturel et Social d'Ouchy between 15–18 May.