The Rowan Knight

by Karen Fix Curry

One Act - During a bloody battle, the Rowan Knight is terribly wounded, and he is given the gift of invincibility by the Witch of the Westmoreland. But at what price?

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Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn: The Rowan Knight by Karen Fix Curry

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A tapestry of a play, woven through time and magic. I see man's hubris and confusing a desire to conquer being confused for a real desire for love. Where men don't see how the pain they inflict on one another and themselves is felt doubly so by the women who love them and are left alone, feeling invisible in their pain. I can see this being an incredibly beautiful film, too!

A tapestry of a play, woven through time and magic. I see man's hubris and confusing a desire to conquer being confused for a real desire for love. Where men don't see how the pain they inflict on one another and themselves is felt doubly so by the women who love them and are left alone, feeling invisible in their pain. I can see this being an incredibly beautiful film, too!

”
Chelsea Frandsen: The Rowan Knight by Karen Fix Curry

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I've heard the song that this play is based on and I love it! Karen Fix Curry takes us on a medieval journey full of magic, unrequited love and action. Perfect for high school competitions or community theatre programs. A complete delight!

I've heard the song that this play is based on and I love it! Karen Fix Curry takes us on a medieval journey full of magic, unrequited love and action. Perfect for high school competitions or community theatre programs. A complete delight!

”
Lee R. Lawing: The Rowan Knight by Karen Fix Curry

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I saw a zoom production of this by Crafton Hills College and what an incredible tale this is . Curry's The Roman Knight is cautionary tale of what can happen when one witch steps beyond her magical means and intervenes with a Knight who has suffered a serious battle wound. The production was at times funny but always thought-provoking as Curry did mention that this play was on about mental illness and you can see that with Sir Rowan after he is saved by the witch.

I saw a zoom production of this by Crafton Hills College and what an incredible tale this is . Curry's The Roman Knight is cautionary tale of what can happen when one witch steps beyond her magical means and intervenes with a Knight who has suffered a serious battle wound. The production was at times funny but always thought-provoking as Curry did mention that this play was on about mental illness and you can see that with Sir Rowan after he is saved by the witch.

”

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Character Information

The fairies act as a kind of greek chorus. This may influence casting decisions. May be performed with a cast as small as 8, or fully cast at 15. Additional ensemble as Lords, ladies, fairies and magic folk, and pedestrians in the present may also be added for larger productions.

I encourage colorblind casting.

Enya

Fairy: emerging leader, wise
May be double cast as Lady Ann

Character Age

20-40's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
Lady Ann

Wife of Sir Jaimie, may double as Enya

Character Age

30's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
Eire

Magical fairy, curious
May be double cast as Lady Eleanor

Character Age

20-40's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  40s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
Lady Eleanor

wife of Sir Selwyn, may double as Eire.

Character Age

20-40's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
Iona

Fairy. Skittish, emotional
May be double cast as Lady Beatrix

Character Age

20-40's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
Lady Beatrix

Wife of Sir Lyall, may double as Iona

Character Age

20-40's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
Rowan Knight

Lord of his realm: ambitious, brave and inspiring until he becomes The enchanted one. Then self centered, obsessed. Must sword fight.

Character Age

40-50's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  40s,
  
  50s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
Peter

Knowledgeable. May double as Sir Selwyn.

Character Age

30-40's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Any (but probably Male)
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  30s,
  
  40s
Witch of the Westmoreland

Mysterious, beautiful. Effected emotionally and physically by the one she enchants. Otherworldly, she is above the people and the fairies, due to her power and eternal life.

Character Age

Ageless, 30-50

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s,
  
  50s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
John Rowanson

Kind. May double as Sir Lyall.

Character Age

20-30's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
Sir Jaimie

A good man, young and smart.

Character Age

30's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
Will

Cynical, may double as Sir Jaimie

Character Age

30's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Any (but probably Male)
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  30s
Sir Lyall

Strong physically, careful, calculating

Character Age

20-30's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
Dream Knight

Rowan's ancestor, similar build, may double as Sir Lyall or Sir Jaimie

Character Age

Any age

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
Sir Selwyn

Rowan's oldest friend

Character Age

30-40's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  30s,
  
  40s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male

Development History

Type Reading, Organization Crafton Hills College, Yucaipa, CA, Year 2021
Type Reading, Organization Orange County Playwrights Alliance, CA, Year 2017

Production History

Type University, Organization Crafton Hills College, Yucaipa, CA, Year 2022

Awards

The Loom 2021

Woven Theater, Nashville, TN

Finalist

2021
O-C Centric New Play Festival, Finalist

O-C Centric New Play Festival, Orange, CA

Finalist

2016

Genre

adventure,

drama,

fable/folktale,

fantasy,

movement/physical,

period,

tragedy,

young audiences

Subject Matter Keywords

witch,

magic,

sword play

Length

30-60 minutes

Cast Size

8—15

Age of Intended Audience

ages 14-17,

ages 18 and up

Supporting Materials

Script Sample

The Rowan Knight by KarenFixCurry (10 pages).pdf