Barbarian

by Daniel Prillaman

VIKING VAMPIRE FAITH CLASH
TEN MINUTE: In 798 A.D., a young boy encounters a fearsome Viking invader, fangs and all.

Content Warning: Graphic violence.

VIKING VAMPIRE FAITH CLASH
TEN MINUTE: In 798 A.D., a young boy encounters a fearsome Viking invader, fangs and all.

Content Warning: Graphic violence.

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Barbarian

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  • David Lipschutz: Barbarian by Daniel Prillaman
    “

    11/29/2024. BARBARIAN packs a huge punch in such a short window of time. Daniel Prillaman has created a deeply intricate and gory world (something I don't think I've ever seen or read in a ten-minute play). I was lucky enough to catch a production of it with Bump In The Night Theatre's Jump Scares festival.

    11/29/2024. BARBARIAN packs a huge punch in such a short window of time. Daniel Prillaman has created a deeply intricate and gory world (something I don't think I've ever seen or read in a ten-minute play). I was lucky enough to catch a production of it with Bump In The Night Theatre's Jump Scares festival.

    ”
  • J.S. Puller: Barbarian by Daniel Prillaman
    “

    The second I read the words "VIKING VAMPIRE FAITH CLASH" in the description, I immediately said "Yes, please" out loud. True story. This is a seriously ambitious ten-minute play. And I want more! I'm dying to see what becomes of Edmund. This feels like an amazing origin story that will leave audience members on the edges of their seats!

    The second I read the words "VIKING VAMPIRE FAITH CLASH" in the description, I immediately said "Yes, please" out loud. True story. This is a seriously ambitious ten-minute play. And I want more! I'm dying to see what becomes of Edmund. This feels like an amazing origin story that will leave audience members on the edges of their seats!

    ”
  • John Medlin: Barbarian by Daniel Prillaman
    “

    I have a feeling Edmund is going to turn out fine. Barbarian is an eerie tale that I would love to see on stage. The pacing is precise. The characters are nuanced and threatening. I love this take on the vampire myth. Daniel Prillaman has shown their expertise in building tension in this short play. I highly recommend it for any one act festival.

    I have a feeling Edmund is going to turn out fine. Barbarian is an eerie tale that I would love to see on stage. The pacing is precise. The characters are nuanced and threatening. I love this take on the vampire myth. Daniel Prillaman has shown their expertise in building tension in this short play. I highly recommend it for any one act festival.

    ”
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Character Information

  • Priest
    Poor bastard.
    30s-50s
    any ethnicity
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male,
      Non-binary
  • Idunn
    Monster of nightmares.
    30s
    any ethnicity
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female,
      Non-binary
  • Edmund
    Living the nightmare.
    10-12
    any ethnicity
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Child,
      Teens
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male,
      Non-binary

Development History

  • Reading, Playwrights Thriving, 2020

Production History

  • Professional, Bump in the Night Theatre, 2024