After taking Broadway by storm in 2025, KCRep is proud to be one of the first regional theatres to produce this provocative, timely, and empowering play.
Five young women fueled by pop music, optimism, and fury, find their voices to shed light on some of the darkest secrets in their one-stoplight town. Sharp, witty, and thought-provoking, this bold new play challenges what we think we know about truth, morality, and the consequences of our choices—inviting audiences to question who the real villains are.
John Proctor is the Villain is recommended for ages 13 and up. The production runs approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes with no intermission. This play contains adult language, references to sexual harassment and grooming, and a brief mention of suicide.
Let’s Talk!
Our Conversation Series takes you deeper into the stories we tell and the productions we craft. Exploring artistic vision, creative process, historical context, story meaning and more, we invite you to join us for powerful conversations around the big, bold, memorable stories seen on our stages.
Free to attend, after the 2pm, October 10th performance
Join us for a free, 30-minute facilitated discussion after the show centered on audience perspectives. Rather than explaining the work, Roundtable creates space for participants to share lived experiences, ask questions, and collectively explore themes inspired by the production.
$10 to attend • Get tickets
7:15pm, before the Saturday, October 10th evening performance
Participate in a 30-minute conversation before the performance, led by the director or creative team. Prelude invites audiences into the artistic process before the performance begins, transforming anticipation into understanding.
Free to attend, after the Sunday, October 18th performance
Engage in a free post-show talkback with the actors and crew members who make the magic happen onstage.
Join us at FEMME RISING
Saturday, October 10th in the Copaken Stage lobby from 3:30 – 8:00 pm
You are invited to experience an evening of bold creativity and meaningful connection on Saturday, October 10th. Inspired by the play John Proctor Is the Villain, this femme-centered celebration explores empowerment, identity, solidarity, and the courage to challenge systems that silence us. Through visual art, music, performance art, and poetry, artists will celebrate collective strength. The event will also feature vendors offering art, fashion, wellness goods, handmade creations, and other offerings that uplift and support femme-owned businesses. Tickets to see John Proctor Is the Villain will be raffled throughout this event. Come gather, be inspired, and celebrate the voices, visions, and power of femmes!
Cast
Creative Team
Special Thanks to
Vanessa Owen and Gavin Stewart, choreography development
Original Score Vocal Performances By
Ayanna Bria Bakari, Shayla Florence, Isadora Coco Gonzalez, Laura Murillo Hart, Chosen Mitchell, Alix Rhode, Wynter Weiler
Photo credit (top): the cast of John Proctor is the Villain – Photo by Don Ipock
