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?

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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The Rowan Knight

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  • Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn: The Rowan Knight

    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

    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

    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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • Sir Jaimie
    A good man, young and smart.
    Character Age
    30's
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Male
  • Sir Lyall
    Strong physically, careful, calculating
    Character Age
    20-30's
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Male
  • Sir Selwyn
    Rowan's oldest friend
    Character Age
    30-40's
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Male
  • 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
  • Lady Ann
    Wife of Sir Jaimie, may double as Enya
    Character Age
    30's
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character 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
  • Lady Eleanor
    wife of Sir Selwyn, may double as Eire.
    Character Age
    20-40's
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character 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
  • Lady Beatrix
    Wife of Sir Lyall, may double as Iona
    Character Age
    20-40's
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Female
  • Peter
    Knowledgeable. May double as Sir Selwyn.
    Character Age
    30-40's
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Any (but probably Male)
  • John Rowanson
    Kind. May double as Sir Lyall.
    Character Age
    20-30's
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character 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)
  • 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

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