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‘She Kills Monsters’ brings ’90s gaming culture to the CCU stage through the world of ‘Dungeons & Dragons’

The beauty of LARP (live-action role play, for the uninitiated) comes alive in the Edwards Theatre next week, complete with a five-headed dragon, furry monsters, and a stage that glows fiery red.

Coastal Carolina University presents Qui Nguyen’s “She Kills Dragons” (2011), a dramatic comedy set in the fantasy world of role-playing games, Thursday, Jan. 31, through Saturday, Feb. 2, at 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Feb. 6, through Friday, Feb. 8, at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Feb. 9, at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Agnes Evans, searching for clues after her sister Tilly’s death, discovers Tilly’s “Dungeons & Dragons” notebook, which leads her into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was Tilly’s refuge.

“It’s very cinematic and really, really entertaining,” said Ben Sota, assistant professor of theatre and director of the production. “It’s off the charts as far as spectacle, with lots of fun and excitement.”

Simultaneously, the play works through the serious subject matter of issues facing the LGBTQ+ community as Agnes learns how Tilly conquered the demons of adolescence from bullying to sexuality and self-acceptance. Through “Dungeons & Dragons,” Agnes goes on a heroic adventure to learn about her sister and confront her own monsters.

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