John Proctor is the Villain
This much talked about new play comes to San Francisco as part of A.C.T's 2026/27 season
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Phenomenal and a must-see production! An all-round triumph!
The Harvard Crimson
This much talked about new play comes to San Francisco as part of A.C.T's 2026/27 season
This much talked about new play comes to San Francisco as part of A.C.T's 2026/27 season
Playwright Kimberly Belflower's Tony-winning show, John Proctor is the Villain, is brought to the stage in this production, directed by Jess McLeod.
A stunning work depicting the youth of the modern age that has enjoyed runs on Broadway and across the country, discover The Crucible in a whole new light with this much-talked-about play.
Known for her relatable themes of growing up in the modern age, Belflower brings the same concept to John Proctor is the Villain.
A group of Georgian high school students set to study The Crucible. The further they go, the more they dissect the similarities between their lives and the text. Scandals and teenage heartbreak occur, all while seeking to find their place in the world.
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