She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen – Directed by Heather Megill
December 12 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm PST
SHE KILLS MONSTERS
Written by Qui Nguyen and directed by Heather Megill
December 6 – December 15, 2024, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 2:30 p.m. (Studio Theatre)
In this comedic romp into the world of fantasy role-playing games, join Agnes Evans on the Dungeons and &Dragons adventure of her life. As Agnes embarks on a campaign to discover the truth about her deceased younger sister, she encounters homicidal fairies, nasty ogres and 90s pop culture. Acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen creates a high-octane dramatic comedy and heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.
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Palomar Performing Arts Embraces Its Inner Geek with She Kills Monsters
Get ready to embark on an epic, fantasy-fueled 90s adventure when She Kills Monsters, the fast-paced comedy by acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen, comes to the stage this December. Directed by Heather Megill, this fantastical production will run from December 6 – 15, 2024, with performances on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. in the Studio Theatre at Palomar College’s San Marcos campus.
In this comedic and heartwarming adventure into the world of Dungeons & Dragons, She Kills Monsters follows Agnes Evans, a 24-year-old English teacher in Athens, Ohio, in the year 1995. After losing her parents and younger sister Tilly in a car crash, she delves into Tilly’s role-playing game campaign to uncover the truth about Tilly’s secret life. What begins as a simple quest to understand her sister’s hidden world soon escalates into a wild, action-packed journey, where Agnes faces off against homicidal fairies, menacing creatures, and the mother of dragons, Tiamat. As Agnes immerses herself in the fantastical realm Tilly created, she not only battles fantastical monsters but also confronts her fears, grief, and long-held misconceptions about her sister.
Qui Nguyen’s script masterfully blends humor, fantasy, and self-discovery, creating a thrilling homage to the geek culture that has shaped generations of fans. Full of vibrant characters and explosive battles, She Kills Monsters also explores themes of identity, family, and the power of storytelling, making it a must-see for theatergoers of all backgrounds.
“This show is an epic journey through a fantastical land straight into the human heart,” director Heather Megill shares. “It is a humorous story of grief, growth, acceptance, and love, through which we realize that sometimes the monsters we battle are within us. She Kills Monsters is an adventurous, funny, touching, and empowering tale of heroes, villains, and human nature.”
Parking is free in lots 1 & 15 for this performance. Studio Theatre is located at Palomar College, 1140 W. Mission Road in San Marcos, CA 92069. Tickets and updated information can be found at www.palomarperforms.com or by calling or texting 760-214-9109. Group rates are available. Ticket prices range from $10 – $16.
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