PCS Theater proudly presents “Witch,” Jen Silverman’s witty and inventive retelling of a Jacobean drama, directed by Matthew Carter. Blending dark comedy, romance, and social satire, Witch asks a timeless question: how much is a soul worth when hope is hard to find?
Hope is the engine. Hope is the spark… Hope is not passive. It is not soft. It is volatile. To hope is to risk devastation. To hope is to believe in the possibility of transformation, and to confront what it might cost. -Director Matthew Carter
In the quiet village of Edmonton, an irresistibly charming devil named Scratch arrives with a simple offer: he will grant the townspeople their deepest desires in exchange for their souls. For many, the bargain is tempting. But Elizabeth Sawyer , an outsider branded a “witch” and cast out by her community, proves far more difficult to sway. Though she seems the devil’s easiest target, Elizabeth’s soul is not so readily bought.
Karen Johnston and Matthew Moorhead in “Witch” by Jen Silverman, directed by Matthew Carter. Photo by Kayla Bowe
As Scratch returns again and again to win her over, unexpected passions ignite, unlikely alliances form, and long-buried ambitions surface. The village’s moral center begins to shift, and nothing will remain the same. With razor-sharp humor and contemporary bite, Silverman’s play reframes a classic tale into a bold, modern parable about autonomy, desire, and the courage to define one’s own worth.
Director Matthew Carter brings a fresh vision to this daring and darkly playful production, guiding a dynamic cast through a story that is as provocative as it is entertaining.
Cast
Karen Johnston as Elizabeth Sawyer; Matthew Moorhead as Scratch; Alec Robin as Cuddy Banks; Scott Berkowitz as Frank Thorney; Thomas-Robert Irvin as Sir Arthur Banks; Madison Claus as Winnifred.
If You Go:
Performance Details:
Run Time: 110 minutes
Dates: March 27 – April 11
Location: Players Club of Swarthmore, 614 Fairview Rd. Swarthmore, PA 19081
Tickets: pcstheater.org
Content Advisory:
Witch by Jen Silverman contains themes of misogyny, manipulation, moral corruption, existential despair, dark humor, discussions of damnation, and some strong language.
Accessibility:
Second Stage Venue is accessible by stairs only.
- Performance Schedule:
- Friday, March 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM
- Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM
- Friday, April 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 7:30 PM
- Friday, April 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM.
About PCS Theater
PCS Theater is dedicated to producing compelling, thought‑provoking works that challenge audiences and celebrate the power of live performance. Through bold storytelling and dynamic artistry, PCS Theater brings fresh perspectives to classic and contemporary plays alike.
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