The Demon Hunter

A troubled boy grows dangerously obsessed with creatures of darkness. A mysterious street magician perfects a devastating new trick. And a single mother near the breaking point meets with a new therapist in order to better understand the terrifying thoughts that have begun to possess her.
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The Demon Hunter

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  • Ky Weeks:
    1 Feb. 2022
    Intensely fascinating. Cassidy's words build up this sense of dread and hatred that's intrinsically disturbing, yet so well executed that by the time the real darkness sets in, the play has already grabbed you. The mythology and philosophy in the world of this play is an eye-opening take on angels and demons.
  • Nick Malakhow:
    26 Dec. 2021
    Subtle and unsettling piece of horror that explores the complex intersection between mental health, religion, and the supernatural. The toggling back and forth between the immediate therapeutic interaction and the scene on the street is at first engaging because of the disarming and destabilizing transitions and then unsettling as the connections between the two dramatic worlds becomes clearer. I'd love to see this staged!
  • Cheryl Bear:
    25 Sep. 2021
    A fascinating story of the world of darkness, both in creatures and thoughts. Riveting, thought provoking and well done.

Development History

  • Reading
    ,
    Theatre East
    ,
    2017
  • Reading
    ,
    Lather Rinse Repeat
    ,
    2016
  • Reading
    ,
    Judson Memorial Church Magic Time
    ,
    2015
  • Reading
    ,
    The Players Club
    ,
    2015

Awards

Finalist
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Seven Devils Playwrights Conference
,
id Theatre
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2015