King Stag

by Janine Sobeck Knighton

FULL LENGTH: King Deramo is on the search for a bride. To ensure he finds a wife who truly loves him, he enlists the help of a magical statue, given to him by the great wizard Durandarte. His happily ever after, however, is threatened by his traitorous minister Tartaglia, who seeks both Deramo’s kingdom and his bride, Angela. When Tartaglia uses a magic spell to usurp the throne, Deramo and Angela must find a...

FULL LENGTH: King Deramo is on the search for a bride. To ensure he finds a wife who truly loves him, he enlists the help of a magical statue, given to him by the great wizard Durandarte. His happily ever after, however, is threatened by his traitorous minister Tartaglia, who seeks both Deramo’s kingdom and his bride, Angela. When Tartaglia uses a magic spell to usurp the throne, Deramo and Angela must find a way to save the kingdom and their future happiness. New translation and adaptation of Carlo Gozzi's "Il Re Cervo"

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  • Tom Erb: King Stag by Janine Sobeck Knighton
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    Janine Sobeck Knighton's take on Carlo Gozzi's "King Stag" is a total blast, showing off her mad skills at writing funny lines, making characters you can't help but love, and giving an old story a fresh, modern vibe. Knighton's got a real knack for mixing the play's magical bits with stuff we can all relate to, making it easy to get sucked into the story. She throws in some hilarious nods to pop culture that keep things light and fun while still nailing all the twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat. Knighton's "King Stag"

    Janine Sobeck Knighton's take on Carlo Gozzi's "King Stag" is a total blast, showing off her mad skills at writing funny lines, making characters you can't help but love, and giving an old story a fresh, modern vibe. Knighton's got a real knack for mixing the play's magical bits with stuff we can all relate to, making it easy to get sucked into the story. She throws in some hilarious nods to pop culture that keep things light and fun while still nailing all the twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat. Knighton's "King Stag"

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DERAMO: King of Bastian. Earnestly searching for a bride who honestly loves him.
ANGELA: Passionate, feisty, and intelligent. Secretly in love with Deramo.
PANTALONA: Angela's mother and second minister to Deramo. Hates Tartaglia. Dreams of retiring.
TARTAGLIA: First minster of Deramo. Craves power, position, and Angela.
CLARICE: Daughter of Tartaglia. Flighty and madly in love with Leandro.
LEANDRO: Son of Pantalona and brother to Angela. Caught in the throes of love with Clarice.
BRIGHELLA: Third minister of Deramo. Determined to be the next General. Sister to Smeraldina.
SMERALDINA: Ready to marry. Believes herself to be quite the seductress.
TRUFFALDINO: A bird catcher in love with Smeraldina. Obsessed with cookies.
DURANDARTE: A great wizard.
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Development History

  • Workshop, Utah Valley University, 2018

Production History

  • University, Utah Valley University, 2021