Show logo: Drawing of a ripped up copy of The Crucible

John Proctor Is the Villain

By Kimberly Belflower

March 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 2025

William Inge Memorial Theatre

Be among the first to see Kimberly Belflower’s John Proctor Is the Villain before it hits Broadway! In this bold, razor-sharp play, a small-town high school’s study of The Crucible sparks a battle over power, betrayal, and identity. With biting wit and searing honesty, students confront the dark legacy of “witch hunts” and the unsettling question: whose story gets believed? Fueled by a pop culture edge and moments of laugh-out-loud insight, this coming-of-age tale is as fierce as it is timely.

This production includes adult language and themes. It may not be appropriate for all audiences.

Creative Team

Directed by Jane Barnette
Scenic Design by Josh Gilpin
Costume Design by Lacey Marr
Lighting Design by Riley Sansbury
Dramaturgy by Tiffani Brooks Hagan
Music Composed by Mack McLaughlin
Stage Management by Nya Rippert

Cast

Carter Smith - Casey Schenk
Bailey Gallagher - Katelyn Arnold
Shelby Holcomb (3/7, 3/11, 3/13) - Olly Mitchell
Shelby Holcomb (3/8, 3/9, 3/12) - Lucinda Damon-Davis
Beth Powell (3/7, 3/11, 3/13) - River Ott
Beth Powell (3/8, 3/9, 3/12) - Adeline Rome
Nell Shaw (3/7, 3/11, 3/13) - Ashanti Green
Nell Shaw (3/8, 3/9, 3/12) - Sasha Kantor
Ivy Watkins (3/7, 3/11, 3/13) - Sylvia VanDenPlas
Ivy Watkins (3/8, 3/9, 3/12) - Alex Reimer
Raelynn Nix (3/7, 3/11, 3/13) - Taylor Getz
Raelynn Nix (3/8, 3/9, 3/12) - Vidhi Bhakta
Mason Adams (3/7, 3/11, 3/13) - Tre' White 
Mason Adams (3/8, 3/9, 3/12) - James Kensinger
Lee Turner (3/7, 3/11, 3/13) - Connor Cooper
Lee Turner (3/8, 3/9, 3/12) - Cade Nelson


Patron Information

  • Due to the intimate nature of the Inge Theatre there will be no late seating for this production.
  • There is no reserved seating for this production. Patrons who use wheelchairs or need other seating accommodations may contact the box office to make specific arrangements.
  • If a performance is sold out, we will start an in-person waiting list one hour before curtain for any seats that become available. Please contact the box office for more information.

Ticket Information

  • Tickets are available in person at the University Theatre Box Office in Murphy Hall, by calling 785-864-3982, or online at the links below.

  • When ordering online, please make sure to use your correct billing address. If you do not receive an email confirmation it is likely that your transaction did not go through, even if you see a pending authorization on your account.

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Ticket Prices

  • Adults - $20

  • Children - $10

  • KU Faculty/Staff - $15

  • KU Students - $10

  • Senior Citizens - $15