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HISTORY ALIVE!

History Alive! is the professional acting branch of the Gordon College Department of Theatre. Students have the opportunity to gain valuable acting experience in world renowned productions as well as learn from professionals in the field. Alumni, full time actors and students from schools in the area also eligible to participate. Cry Innocent, the troupe's signature production, performed at the Old Town Hall, is described in full below.

CRY INNOCENT

The year is 1692. Bridget Bishop has been accused of witchcraft and the audience sits on the Puritan jury. They hear the historical testimonies, cross-examine the witnesses and decide the verdict. The actors respond in character to all comments and questions, revealing much about the Puritan mind. Play your part in history...

History Alive / Cry Innocent

 

Praise for Cry Innocent
A must see for everyone, Cry Innocent is the longest continuously-running show north of Boston. Featured on the Discovery Channel, the Travel Channel, A&E, Nickelodeon, TLC, NPR, BBC, CNN and MTV. Cry Innocent: The People versus Bridget Bishop was commissioned by Norman Jones, professor of theatre and was written by Mark Stevick, professor of English. The 2008 production is directed by Mark Stevick and under the artistic direction of Kristina Wacome Stevick.

BOOKING A PERFORMANCE
Tickets may be purchased online.

For information on year-round private shows at the Old Town Hall or at your venue, contact:
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2010 Season

ADMISSION

$10 adults, $9 seniors and students (13 and older with ID), $8 children (ages 6-12), Children under 6 are free.

 

SCHEDULE

July 2–August 16

Friday through Monday

11:30, 2:30

 

September

closed


October

daily

11:30 and 1:30

Saturdays and Sundays

11:30, 1:30, 3:30

Additional show times and days may be added in the event of sell-outs or large groups booked in advance. Check with the box office.

 

LOCATION
Cry Innocent is performed the Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square, Salem, Massachusetts. The box office cart is located on the Essex Street side of the building. Salem Pioneer Village is located in Forest River Park, Salem.