Outlandish conspiracy theories; misinformation spreading like wildfire; and an infamously controversial trial in the early 90’s.

Yep, this is 17th century New England. SALEM is a dark musical comedy that follows two Puritan teenagers, Abby and Betty, as they plant accusations of witchcraft in an attempt to con their way out of the oppressive theocratic swamp town of Salem, Massachusetts. After pushing the limits of townie gossip, they find themselves centered in a web of witchy conspiracies more intricate than they ever could’ve imagined. With pamphleteers presented as 1690’s cable news anchors, an apparition of the Devil forged from the imagination of a teenaged girl, and deliciously danceable pop musical numbers, this is not your high school English teacher’s take on "The Crucible.” The New Musicals Lab at the Ferguson Center is designed to elevate emerging artists and their development of new musicals in a supportive and artistic haven outside of New York, serving as an incubator for experienced writers to develop new projects with talent and resources provided. Email diana.ruffer@cnu.edu to reserve seats. Include name, which reading you'd like to attend, and number in your party. Click here for details.