Adventurers Anonymous

[60 minutes, comedic drama, 5F] "An agnostic paladin, an asexual druid, a perfectionist-turned-fighter, and an oversexed bard don’t walk into a bar."

The first year of sobriety is tough—but anything's easier with a sword. In this confessional-style, direct-address monologue play, five young women grapple with relationships, trauma, divinity, and the elusive nature of unicorns.

Originally devised for virtual...

[60 minutes, comedic drama, 5F] "An agnostic paladin, an asexual druid, a perfectionist-turned-fighter, and an oversexed bard don’t walk into a bar."

The first year of sobriety is tough—but anything's easier with a sword. In this confessional-style, direct-address monologue play, five young women grapple with relationships, trauma, divinity, and the elusive nature of unicorns.

Originally devised for virtual performance. If performing live music is a barrier to production, an alternate piece exists for the character 'Haley.' Reach out if you are interested in an alternate arrangement!*

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Adventurers Anonymous

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  • Ryan M. Bultrowicz: Adventurers Anonymous

    Kantor does such a phenomenal job capturing unique and authentic character voices. Add on to that the wonderful utilization of the world's greatest TTRPG as a framework for exploring personal histories, the ripple effect those might have, and how positive group experiences can help us better understand our own struggles, and I'm a very happy audience member (for full disclosure, I actually watched the online EastLine Theatre production - which was great)!

    Kantor does such a phenomenal job capturing unique and authentic character voices. Add on to that the wonderful utilization of the world's greatest TTRPG as a framework for exploring personal histories, the ripple effect those might have, and how positive group experiences can help us better understand our own struggles, and I'm a very happy audience member (for full disclosure, I actually watched the online EastLine Theatre production - which was great)!

  • Heather Lee Wallen: Adventurers Anonymous

    I am in love with this show. I love plays with music and plays that use geekery as a storytelling device and this show does both! The story is told in brief monologues and bits of game play which gives levity to the sometimes heavy content of the monologues. I highly recommend this peice!

    I am in love with this show. I love plays with music and plays that use geekery as a storytelling device and this show does both! The story is told in brief monologues and bits of game play which gives levity to the sometimes heavy content of the monologues. I highly recommend this peice!

  • Nora Louise Syran: Adventurers Anonymous

    I love the idea of monologues based on character backstories in D&D, but don't worry, you don't need to be into fantasy adventure games to get this piece. You're in good hands with Aly Kantor. I also love a song or two thrown in for good measure. Brava, playwright! I enjoyed the online Eastline Theatre production but this play will work produced anywhere!

    I love the idea of monologues based on character backstories in D&D, but don't worry, you don't need to be into fantasy adventure games to get this piece. You're in good hands with Aly Kantor. I also love a song or two thrown in for good measure. Brava, playwright! I enjoyed the online Eastline Theatre production but this play will work produced anywhere!

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Character Information

  • Ash
    Brutally honest, confident, tough as nails
    The theme of her solo piece is the reconciliation of faith and choice
    Character Age
    30-40
    Character Gender Identity
    Cis female
  • Sam
    Awkward, emotional, enthusiastic
    The themes of her solo piece are embracing identity, self advocacy, and learning to communicate
    Character Age
    25-35
  • Haley
    Charismatic, obnoxious, passionate
    The themes of her solo piece are restraint and bravery in the face of change
    Character Age
    25-35
  • Justine
    High strung, eloquent, intense
    The themes of her solo piece are moving past grief and relinquishing control
    Character Age
    25-35
  • Sylvie
    Easy going, open hearted, flighty
    The themes of her solo piece are growth through service, and coming full circle
    Character Age
    25-35

Development History

  • Type Workshop, Organization Eastline Theatre - The Muse Anthology, Year 2021

Production History

  • Type University, Organization Aquinas College, Year 2023
  • Type Community Theater, Organization Eastline Theatre, Year 2021

Awards

  • Publication, "The Beloved of Valarian" selected for Monologues by LGBTQIA+ Writers for LGBTQIA+ Actors
    Some Scripts Magazine
    Selection
    2023