Cry Innocent
Avec History Alive, Inc.
Interactive historical courtroom play where the audience serves as jury in the 1692 Bridget Bishop trial
The year is 1692. Bridget Bishop has been accused of witchcraft, and YOU are on the Puritan jury. Hear the historical testimonies, cross-examine the witnesses, and decide the verdict. Cry Innocent is a live, theatrical reenactment
About the Experience Cry Innocent takes place in the auditorium at the Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center, located at 2 New Liberty Street. The auditorium features comfortable seating, is fully air-conditioned, and is wheelchair accessible. The pre-show arrest takes place 15 minutes before the show starts outside in Armory Park. This show is interactive, and audience participation is part of the fun — so come ready to engage!
Please note that rude or unruly behavior will result in being asked to leave. Closed water containers are welcome inside the auditorium, but no other food or beverages are permitted.
History Alive, Inc. : is committed to the production of new plays and theatrical scenarios based on true stories from the past. Emphasis is given to interactive theatre so that actors and audience together, through a playful and dynamic way of engaging with history, might broaden their understanding of the present and gain a fresh sense of purpose within their own era.
The company also seeks to invigorate the local economy by designing activities which connect the community and its visitors to a distinct, local history.
Essex Heritage: is a non-profit organization that has been federally authorized to manage and oversee the unique heritage resources of the Essex National Heritage Area. Our mission is to preserve and enhance the historic, cultural, and natural resources of the Essex National Heritage Area located in Essex County, Massachusetts.