Sakamoto Masayuki Stars in "The Crucible" in Tokyo - A Play Based on Witch Trials
The stage play "The Crucible," starring Masayuki Sakamoto and directed by Satoshi Kamimura, will be performed at the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Playhouse from March 14 to March 29, 2026. It dramatizes Arthur Miller's classic about the Salem witch trials.
Hello, ODAIBA EVENT MEDIA readers!
"The Crucible," a powerful play starring Masayuki Sakamoto, will open its Tokyo run on March 14, 2026. This acclaimed work by Arthur Miller is based on the real witch trials that took place in the 17th century.
About "The Crucible"
Set in 17th-century Salem, Massachusetts, the story begins when girls are caught dancing naked in the forest. Rumors of witchcraft spread through the town. Abigail (Nanami Taki), one of the girls, claims she was "just dancing" but harbors a secret desire for her employer, Proctor (Masayuki Sakamoto). When Proctor rejects her, her true intentions surface: to curse Proctor's wife, Elizabeth (Aki Maeda).
Abigail and the other girls begin to accuse innocent villagers of witchcraft to cover their tracks. As Abigail gains influence, she eventually accuses Elizabeth. Fueled by adult ambition and complex motivations, the witch trials escalate into a chaotic frenzy of accusations.
Directed by Satoshi Kamimura and starring Masayuki Sakamoto, this production promises a tense and compelling exploration of human desire, madness, and faith.
Event Information
- Title: The Crucible
- Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Playhouse
- Dates: March 14, 2026 (Sat) - March 29, 2026 (Sun)
- Time: TBD
*Note: Performances will also be held in Hyogo and Toyohashi.
Access
Accessible via Yurikamome Tokyo Big Sight Station / Rinkai Line Kokusai-Tenjijo Station.
Don't miss this opportunity to experience "The Crucible" live!