Every year the ISU Theatre Directing students get to choose, cast, and bring to life an exciting array of ten-minute plays by playwrights both old and new.

Ten-Minute Play Festival

Iowa State University

This laugh-out-loud love story is set to the music of the iconic 1980's all-female rock band The Go-Go's, including the hit songs, "We Got the Beat", "Our Lips Are Sealed", "Vacation", Belinda Carlisle's "Heaven is a Place on Earth" and "Mad About You". A modern musical fairy tale where once-upon-a-time is right now, it follows the escapades of a royal family who set out on a journey to save their beloved kingdom from extinction. New York Magazine calls it "a clever, delightful, bubbly, exuberant party!" Advisory: Contains adult content and language.

Head Over Heels

**She Kills Monsters: A Theatrical Homage to Geek Culture**

Join us at the Fisher Theater from March 30 to April 2, 2023, for a thrilling journey into the heart of fantasy, adventure, and 90s pop culture with "She Kills Monsters." This high-octane dramatic comedy, directed by Cason Murphy and featuring puppetry design by Amanda Petefish-Schrag, promises an unforgettable experience that pays homage to the geek and warrior within us all. 

Set against the backdrop of the iconic Dungeons and Dragons game, the play brings to life a story filled with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and an array of characters that embody the spirit of adventure and the battles we face in reality and imagination. The production is not only a visual spectacle with its creative puppetry and dynamic stage action but also touches on themes of identity, acceptance, and the power of imagination.

**Performance Schedule and Ticket Information:**
- **Dates:** March 30, 31, and April 1 at 7:30 pm; April 2 at 2:00 pm
- **Location:** Fisher Theater, Iowa State University
- **Tickets:** Adults $20. Iowa State students and youth can enjoy the show for free. General admission tickets are available at the door, through the Iowa State Center Ticket Office, or via Ticketmaster (note: free tickets cannot be obtained through Ticketmaster).

**Special Advisory:**
Please be aware that the production features haze and flashing lights. It also contains depictions and discussions involving adult language, sexual references, death and dying, fantasy violence, an able-bodied actor portraying a disabled character, and homophobic bullying.

**Accessibility and COVID Protocols:**
ISU Theatre is committed to making performances accessible to everyone and adheres to Iowa State University COVID protocols. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate and are advised to contact ISU Theatre at least one week prior to the event for reasonable accommodations.

**Cast and Creative Team:**
The play features a talented cast including Kaitlyn Meylor as Agnes, Jordyn Johnstad as Tilly, and a dedicated crew that brings this fantastical world to life. The creative team, led by Director Cason Murphy and Puppet Designer Amanda Petefish-Schrag, has crafted a production that is as visually captivating as it is emotionally engaging.

Don't miss this heart-pounding homage to geek culture. Purchase your tickets now for the best seats and prepare to embark on an adventure where fantasy and reality collide in the most spectacular way.

Tayden Baccam

Events

Past events

1 - 2 Dec, 2023

Ten-Minute Play Festival · Iowa State University Department of Music and Theatre

27 - 29 Oct, 2023

Head Over Heels · Iowa State University Department of Music and Theatre

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