Directed by Justin Giachetti
Stage Managed by: Alex Goia
This hilariously tender and action packed play is about Agnes, a young teacher in 1995, who tries to connect with her recently deceased teen sister, Tilly, through the only glimpse she had into her life: a Dungeon and Dragons campaign module. Agnes hesitantly dives into the world of geekdom and discovers that, inside the world of D&D, fantasy can give way to hidden truths. This show explores the themes of personal authenticity, sexual and gender identity, sibling bonds, grief, and the endurance of imagination.
To request a self tape audition, please submit your headshot, resume, as well as any performance clips/reels (if available/applicable), and March-May availability to [email protected] before Tuesday evening, February 16. The casting team will review your materials and send you sides to review and record. Please submit self taped sides, as well as the audition form, by 11:59pm EST on Friday, February 18th.
In person callbacks will be in the Learning Center at Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden, Staten Island on Saturday, February 26, (11:00am to 4:00pm) starting with a fight call and then moving into sides and ensemble building exercises.
All actors MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED and provide proof upon entering the audition.
Outside Performances will take place at Connie Gretz Secret Garden at Snug Harbor on Staten Island on the following dates:
Friday, May 13 – 8:00pm
Saturday, May 14 – 8:00pm
Friday, May 20 – 8:00pm
Saturday, May 21 – 8:00pm
Sunday, May 22 (Rain Date) – 7:00pm
ALL ROLES ARE OPEN. There will be a small stipend provided to actors
This production is interested in having a diverse cast, showcasing actors of different races, ethnicities, sexualities, gender identities, body types, abilities, et cetera.
Character Breakdown
TILLY EVANS (18-26, All Ethnicities, Female Identifying/Nonbinary/Genderfluid Character)
to play mid-teens in; a lesbian tomboy in 1995 and fantasy fanatic, nerdy, sarcastic, occasionally bullied and appears to Agnes after her death as a powerful level 20 Paladin. Stage combat history a plus, but not required.
AGNES EVANS (25-35, All Ethnicities, Female Identifying Character)
to play mid-20s, Tilly’s older sister, a high school teacher dealing with Tilly’s death, described as average and clueless to nerd culture. She eventually learns to embrace her inner badass and lets her geek flag fly. Stage combat history a plus, but not required.
CHUCK (18-26, All Ethnicities, Male Identifying Character)
to play late teens, nerd with a half grunge rock and half comic con sensibility, runs a comic book store. Was friends with Tilly. As Dungeon Master he goes by “DM Biggs.” Considers himself a ladies man. Stage combat history is a plus, but not required.
MILES (25-35, All Ethnicities, Male Identifying Character)
to play mid-20s, Agnes’ boyfriend, average and occasionally confused. Has a temper. Agnes’ “long-term” boyfriend but hasn’t made the big leap. Also plays a mean gelatinous cube. Stage combat history is a plus, but not required.
VERA (25-35, All Ethnicities, Female Identifying Character)
to play mid-late 20s, High school guidance counselor; Agnes’s best friend. Blunt, foul mouthed, and short tempered. She’s not very good at her job. Stage combat history a plus, but not required.
LILITH (18-26, All Ethnicities, Female Identifying Character)
to play late teens; popular girl next door and headmaster’s daughter in reality, heroic and sexy Demon Queen in fantasy. Described as “the perfect combination of beauty and brawn.” Tilly’s in game girlfriend. Stage combat history a plus, but not required. LOOKING AT ALL BODY TYPES FOR THIS ROLE!
KALIOPE (18-26, All Ethnicities, Female Identifying Character)
to play late teens; an athletic Dark Elf; sexy spell caster; described as “rocking lady hotness,” collected, older soul. Often the compass of “logic” within the group. Emotionally detached in the world of the game, but wears her heart on her sleeve in reality. Stage combat history a plus, but not required.
ORCUS (18-26, All Ethnicities, Male Identifying Character)
to play late teens; Overlord of the Underworld, a lazy demon that has given up defending his treasure in favor of watching TV and snacking on Easy Cheese. May be a fan of a certain recreational herb. Stage combat history a plus, but not required.
EVIL GABBI (18-26, All Ethnicities, Female Identifying Character)
to play late teens, evil bully succubi winged cheerleader with fangs. When at school, the same, minus the wings. Have a talent for dishing the harshest poison with sickly sweet tones. Dance and stage combat history a plus, but not required.
EVIL TINA (18-26, All Ethnicities, Female Identifying Character)
to play late teens, evil bully succubi winged cheerleader with fangs. When at school, the same, minus the wings. Have a talent for dishing the harshest poison with sickly sweet tones. Dance and stage combat history a plus, but not required.
STEVE (18-25, All Ethnicities, Male Identifying Character)
to play late teens; a nerdy adventurer; in the fantasy world, he’s constantly finding himself getting killed in increasingly violent and humorous ways. In reality, he’s constantly finding himself getting shut down and pushed over in increasingly humorous ways. Stage combat history a plus, but not required.
NARRATOR/FARRAH (20-30, All Ethnicities, Female Identifying Character)
a Narrator. She’s not unlike Cate Blanchett in “The Lord of the Rings.” In fact, very much like Cate Blanchett in Lord of the Rings. Doubles as Farrah, a faerie that lives in a forest; petite, evil, homicidal, kind of a jerk.
