FROM THE BARN THEATRE ARCHIVE

Inherit the Wind

By Jerome Lawrence and Robert E Lee
Directed by Siobhán Hill Elam
Assistant Director Christopher Wallace
11th – 19th June 2010

Based on a real-life 1920s US court case about the teaching of evolution, this was made into a successful film.

This is the play that has as its genesis the events of the famous Scopes trials. One of the most outstanding dramas of our time.

Tickets: £9.75

Show Talks

Free-of-charge pre- and post-show talks:

  • Monday 14th at 7.30pm in the Clubroom — Director Siobhán Hill Elam divulges the joys of a packed Tennessee courthouse in summer.
  • Tuesday 15th at 7.30pm in the Clubroom — Dr. Cindy Lawford discusses the Scopes trial, William Jennings Bryan and Clarence Darrow.
  • Wednesday 16th after the performance — Cast members stay on stage to answer audience questions.

CAST & CREATIVE TEAM

Directed by
Siobhán Hill Elam
Assistant Director
Christopher Wallace

CAST

Melinda Loomis
Howard Blair
Rachel Brown
Bert Cates
Goodfellow
Rev Jeremiah Brown
George Sillars
Phil Bannister
Jesse Dunlap
The Hawker
Mrs McLain
Mrs Loomis
EK Hornbeck
Matthew Harrison Brady
Mrs Sarah Brady
Tom Davenport
Radio Man / Reporter
Reuters Reporter
Photographer
Henry Drummond
Judge Merle
Court Recorder

CREATIVE TEAM

Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager
Lighting
Prompter
Production Secretary

DON'T FORGET, COMING UP AT THE BARN SOON

A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness, Adam Peck and Siobhan Dowd at the Barn Theatre Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire - 7th – 15th February 2025
Opening 6th February
By Patrick Ness, Adam Peck & Siobhan Dowd
An Evening of One-Act Plays at the Barn Theatre Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire - 19th – 22nd February 2025 Growing Pains by Kim Southey and Tuna Fish Eulogy by Lindsay Price
Opening 19th February
By Kim Southey & Lindsay Price

 

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Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Statement

At the Barn we are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination in all its forms. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment for all members of the cast and creative team, regardless of their race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity and will work to prevent any form of discrimination or harassment within our organisation.

Charity Preview Night
6th February at 8.00pm

CEDAR Trust Tickets

All Other Performances
7th – 15th February at 8.00pm
Matinee on 15th at 2.00pm