Following a critically acclaimed, sold out run at the Royal Court Theatre, Kimberly Belflower’s JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN will transfer to the West End.

It will play a strictly limited 12-week season at Wyndham’s Theatre from Tuesday 2 February until Saturday 24 April 2027

What is it about

One small town. A soundtrack of pop, adrenaline and barely-contained rage, five young women reveal something darker is stirring. As long-buried truths rise to the surface, they begin to question everything and take control of the narrative for themselves.

Heralded as one of the most compelling new plays of recent years, the production offers a poised and piercing exploration of girlhood, power, and the courage to question what we think we know.

JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN premiered on Broadway in March 2025 at the Booth Theatre, where it was nominated for seven Tony Awards, including Best Play.

It had its London premiere at the Royal Court Theatre on 20 March 2026 where it continues to play to sold out audiences until this Saturday 25 April.

Creative Team

Scenography is by AMP, featuring Teresa L. Williams, the costume design is by Sarah Laux, the lighting design is by Natasha Katz, the sound design and original composition is by Palmer Hefferan, projection design is by Hannah Wasileski and movement direction is by Tilly Evans-Krueger. The Voice and Dialect Coach is Gigi Buffington, the Casting Director is Julia Horan, CDG, with dramaturgy by Lauren Halvorsen.

Press night: Thursday 11 February 2027

Cast

Casting for the West End transfer is to be announced.

Access Performances

Audio Described Performance: Saturday 6 March 2027 3pm
Captioned Performance: Saturday 20 February 2027 3pm

Matinee Performances

Matinee Performances on Thursday and Saturday at 3.00pm