Le Creuset provides us with an example of a masterpiece of dramatic writing. In this play, Arthur Miller gives us a stimulating example of the use of various theatrical techniques. His most powerful scenes in "The Crucible" have common characteristics: highly effective use of stage action, long builds of suspense that collapse into thunderous climaxes, intense displays of emotion and an abundance of dramatic irony . Here are my three chosen scenes: p46-50: "Tituba........Devil!", p98-100: "She thinks.......Oh my God" and p101-105: "You will .....Mr. Hale!” Because of the importance of these scenes as key moments in the play, Miller makes them dramatically superb, so that Elizabeth's "No, sir" which decides the outcome of dozens of lives and her own and that of her husband, John Proctor, is also the highlight. of the most effective creation of suspense in the play. The effectiveness of these scenes is also enhanced by powerful characters such as John Proctor and Danforth who display such intensity in their emotions and actions that the audience cannot help but be moved. But most importantly, these scenes show Miller's theatrical qualities, so that by the end of each of these scenes we not only understand his message, but we are also convinced by his arguments. The dramatic impact of a play is heightened when the audience understands all the details. different aspects of the main characters. This helps them become more involved and at the same time gives the author the opportunity to demonstrate dramatic irony. Miller uses stage action to this end in the first chosen scene of “The Crucible.” In this scene, Tituba's inner conflict and Hale's resolution are clearly expressed through the stage actions. Tituba initially denies seeing ...... middle of paper ...... power. "The Crucible" is considered by many to be Miller's masterpiece, it displays both his dramatic and theatrical qualities in a way that makes him disturbing. and socially relevant. Included are his views on society as a whole and current events such as McCarthyism, which, like the medieval Church and justice system, sought out individuals who, through their ideals and ideas, felt threatened by the supremacy of their system. Miller made “The Crucible” the starting point for audiences to reflect on their own society and culture. But at the same time, Miller refined his deep philosophical work with superb staging, sympathetic characters and distressing suspense. The Crucible: a scenario. New York: books about penguins, 2006.