On October 18th, our Quest community had its biggest theatre trip yet — with 14 Questies joining us for a powerful evening at Bromley Little Theatre to see Arthur Miller’s timeless classic, The Crucible.
This wasn’t just a night out — it was the culmination of weeks of thoughtful preparation in our drama and discussion sessions. In class, we had explored the play’s themes, characters, and the historical context of McCarthyism — the witch hunts of 1950s America that inspired Miller’s allegorical tale of paranoia, blame, and the terrifying power of public hysteria.
For many of us, the play felt eerily relevant. As we reflected together, comparisons to the current political climate in Trump’s America were impossible to ignore — with familiar echoes of reputation under threat, scapegoating, and truth on trial.
🎭 A Production That Drew Us In from the First Moment
Directed by Joshua Lawson, this production of The Crucible did not ease us in gently. As the audience entered, Tituba was already on stage, brewing a potion — movement, ritual, and atmosphere pulling us into the dark tension of Salem.
The set design was striking: haunting yet beautiful, evoking the dangerous natural world that shaped the lives — and fears — of the people of Salem. It created a sense of being constantly watched, judged, and held by unseen forces.
The pacing of the play was tight and purposeful, with standout performances that left a lasting impression. In particular:
- Reverend Hale, whose journey from righteous certainty to shattered doubt was deeply compelling
- John Proctor, carrying the weight of moral complexity with raw, emotional truth
- Elizabeth Proctor, whose quiet strength and pain gave the play its emotional core
These actors brought nuance, power, and remarkable stage presence — many of us were visibly moved.
💬 Feedback from the Questies
The response from our group was overwhelmingly positive. The performance sparked rich post-show conversations about power, justice, gender, and fear — and as always, Bromley Little Theatre provided a welcoming and intimate space to experience big stories.
We’re grateful for their commitment to high-quality, thought-provoking productions, and we’re already looking forward to returning in December for our next trip.
Until then, we’ll carry the lessons of The Crucible with us — a reminder of the importance of truth, courage, and community in the face of fear.
Want to join us for our next cultural outing? Stay tuned — we love welcoming new faces to the Quest family!
