Director’s Note
I dedicate this production to my sister, Melissa. She was the first person I ever came out to. She had no idea what to say, so she drove me to Blockbuster and rented But I’m a Cheerleader. I can see Melissa and I in Agnes & Tilly, and I am grateful to be able to tell this story.
This show has been a joy to work on as a Director—it is rare to find a show that aligns so exactly with my interests: Dungeons & Dragons, badass queer women, 90’s music, and heavy doses of stage combat and fantasy. I’ve directed dozens of shows and it’s so nice to work on a script that passes the Bechdel test with flying colors. The surreal balance of Agnes’ journey in the quest and in her real life outside of New Landia appeals to me, and Nguyen’s script offers so much room for creativity for designers.
The company that has created this production has been extraordinary. There are so many students working on the show who are new to PSU Theatre productions or taking on a new kind of role for the first time. The bravery and generosity of spirit in the company was palpable thought-out the process. The incredible work that students and my professional colleagues have put in onstage and behind the scenes creating this world is inspiring.
You don’t have to roll for initiative—just sit back and enjoy the bittersweet moments, humor, nostalgia, and incredible soundtrack this show has to offer.
Jessie Chapman, Director
THE PERFORMANCE RUNS JUST OVER 90 MINUTES WITH NO INTERMISSION
The Cast
| Agnes Evans | Avery Fecteau |
| Tilly Evans/Tillius | Savannah Gray Muzzey |
| Narrator | Skylar Gardner |
| Chuck Biggs | Jonathan Picard |
| Vera/Beholder | Sedona Guaraldi |
| Miles | Riley Lyons |
| Orcus/Ronnie | Matthew Dailey |
| Lilith Morningstar/Lilly | Leah Cote |
| Kaliope Darkwalker/Kelly | Shakeira Barron |
| Steve | Zach Brown |
| Farrah the Faerie | Anna Sulewski |
| Evil Gabbi | Alyssa Romanovitz |
| Evil Tina | Shay Folger |
| Monster Ensemble | Anna Sulewski* Bradley Cepeck Carter Fredette* Devon Cranston* Devon Pacheco* Enzo Valenti Jack LaRhette Levi Bethune Victoria Paradise (Riley Lyons)* |
*In todays performance the track of Devon Pacheco is being covered by: Anna Sulewski, Devon Cranston, Carter Fredette, & Riley Lyons
Production Staff
| Director | Jessie Chapman |
| Fight Captain | Zach Brown |
| Dramaturg | Matthew Dailey |
| Stage Manager | River Doumato |
| Assistant Stage Manager | Andy Gerber |
| Costume Designer | Daneé Rose Gosselin |
| Assistant Costume Designer | Taylor Weisenborn |
| Puppet Design | Leif Ford & Jeremy Maddocks |
| Set Design | Dillon Lorden |
| Lighting Designer | Matt Kizer |
| Prop Master | Abby Carlson |
| Armorer | Ellie Kloewer |
| Sound Design | Bradley Cepek & Jessie Chapman |
| Assistant Sound Design & Engineer | Athena Moore |
| Light Board Operator | William Collins |
| Wardrobe Supervisor | Riley Scanlon |
| Wardrobe | Summer Welper |
| Running Crew | Eddie Acosta & Marlena Roach |
| Painters | Charlotte McCoy, Grey Walder, & Rue Wood |
| Sceneshop Practicum | E. Casey |
| Poster Design | Lillian Graham |
| Marketing Team | Connor Lavertu & Savannah Gray Muzzey |
| Programs | Savannah Gray Muzzey |
| Producer | Jessie Chapman |
Company Bios
Anna Sulewski is a sophomore majoring in Film Production via the IDS program. She did a lot of shows in middle and high school both on and off stage, but this is her first production at PSU. She is very excited to finally get back on stage after taking a break last year. She had a lot of fun doing this show, and hopes you enjoy watching it! 🙂
Andy Gerber is a first-year transfer psychology major with a minor in theatre. While they have done shows previously this is their first show at Plymouth, and they are excited to jump into it as assistant stage manager. They appreciate how welcoming everyone has been and thank their friends and family for their support.
Alyssa Romanovitz is a senior Communication and Media Studies major with a minor in Film. This is her first show here at PSU, but she has not been shy to the stage. Alyssa is the lead singer for MSPLACED, a local indie-rock band who’s played a handful of school events. Check out @MSPLACEDBAND on Instagram! If you don’t recognize her from Earth Jam or Spring Fling, she may have made your coffee this morning at Aroma Joes!
Athena Moore is a third year theatre arts major with a focus in design/tech. Previously, she has worked on The Mystery of Edwin Drood on wardrobe and on the previous Dungeons and Drama shows as sound designer and co-props manager. This is her first full show at Plymouth State working on sound and she is so excited to be here! Athena thanks all of her friends and family for their love.
Avery Fecteau is a senior Music Theatre Performance major with a minor in Standardized Patient Training. You may recognize her from previous Plymouth State performances such as Clue: The Musical (The Detective) and The Mystery Of Edwin Drood (Rosa Bud). In addition to performing in shows, Avery is involved with a handful of student organizations on campus. She is the current President of the improv troop/club: Plymprov/Plymouth Players, a member of the treble a capella group: Mixed Emotions, and a proud sister and President of her sorority, Kappa Delta Phi NAS. This summer, Avery continued to build her professional resume; she performed as Kelsi Nielson in High School Musical at the Rochester Opera House and attended a film premiere of The Second Bird, in which she played the role of Mikayleigh. Avery would like to thank her friends and family for their endless love and support. Enjoy the show!
Bradley Cepeck is a sophomore Theatre Tech and Design major, and this is his fourth show here at Plymouth State. He is thrilled to be working on this production of She Kills Monsters, and he’d like to thank his friends, family, and teachers for their ongoing support.
Carter Fredette is a senior IDS major in Film and Media Production, with a minor in Film Studies. This is his first production at PSU, and first since early high school. He acted and did crew through middle and high school. He’s very grateful for all of the welcoming cast and crew members. He would like to thank his family and brothers for getting him into DND, the narrator (his lovely partner), and Riley Lyons for convincing him to audition.
Devon Cranston is a Junior Music Education major with a Focus in saxophone. This is his third show at Plymouth he’s been involved in; however, it is his first time being an actor here, as previously he has only been involved with the Pit Orchestra. He’s extremely excited to be here on stage for the first time! Past productions include Just So and The Mystery of Edwin Drood, and he will also be in the orchestra for Cabaret later this semester!
Devon Pacheco is a junior Theater Arts major with a focus in acting. This is his second production in Plymouth. He is excited to be in She Kills Monsters. Last Spring, he was in Passages. He gives a special thanks to all the ensemble and actors who made this production possible.
Dillon Lorden is a recent graduate of Plymouth State University and has returned as the Scenic Designer for She Kills Monsters! During his time at PSU, Dillon Scenic Designed Clue: The Musical and Twelfth Night. Since graduating, he has worked as Technical Director for the Barnstormers, the second-oldest continuously operating summer stock theatre in the country. Excited to take on new adventures and challenges, Dillon is thrilled to return to the place and people who helped shape him into the theatre technician he is today.
Enzo Valenti is a sophomore Theater Arts major with a focus in acting. She Kills Monsters is his second show here at Plymouth, he first appeared in The Mystery of Edwin Drood, where he played Reverend Crisparkle. Although he has done this show before, he thinks that we have outdone ourselves with every aspect and is extremely excited to show you all a wonderful production and a great time! So, make sure to keep your dice ready, your notepads prepped, and get some snacks! But make sure to leave the twizzlers–those are Chuck’s–and enjoy the show! 🙂
Jessie Chapman is a Professor of Practice and the Director of Theatre at Plymouth State University. Jessie earned her MFA in Performing Arts Management from Brooklyn College in 2016 and her Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts from Plymouth State University in 2009. Jessie led Advice To The Players, a local Shakespeare company, from 2016-2024 and now serves on the Board of Trustees. Jessie has worked extensively as an actor, director, teacher, administrator, and in various behind the scenes roles. She has worked outside NH with Shakespeare & Company, Lincoln Center Theater, Theatre for a New Audience, Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts, and the Shakespeare Theatre Association. Directing credit highlights at PSU include: Noises Off!, Eurydice, Twelfth Night, Little Women: The Musical, War of the Roses: She-Wolves & Queens, & Much Ado About Nothing. Jessie is happily divorced and spends her time not at the theatre with her daughter Lenore.
Jonathan Picard is a senior in Interdisciplinary Studies with a Theatre and French Minor. He has a love of writing poetry, videography, and playing video games when he isn’t busy with work. Jonathan has appeared as Simple in The Merry Wives of Winsor at Advice To The Players, Elias Rowe in Passages at PSU, Dr. Sanderson in Harvey, and Mr. Body in Clue. He has had a love for the stage since his first performance as Augustus Gloop in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at age 11. He currently lives in Plymouth with his two roommates and dog. He would like to thank his friends and family for supporting him.
Leah Cote is a junior Art Education major here at PSU. She is excited to open her third production at Plymouth. Past credits include detective understudy in Clue: The Musical and Amelia in Passages. Special thanks go out to the truly incredible cast and hardworking crew of this show, especially the very pretty soundboard operator.
Leif Ford is a Sophomore Theatre Tech/Design Student with a concentration in Theatre Education. They are from Eastern Maine, with recent credits including Matilda the Musical (Properties Designer & Teaching Artist) and Dancing at Lughnasa (Assistant Lighting Designer). At PSU, their most recent credits are for She Kills Monsters (Puppetry Designer) and Passages (Assistant Stage Manager).
Marlena Roach is a first-year undecided student at Plymouth. This is her first time being a member of the tech crew, and is very excited to be a part of this production! She has previously been on stage only, and has most recently been in Carrie, the Musical (ensemble), and Rumors! (Cassie) at the Amato Center in Milford. She hopes to continue participating in the theatre program during her time here at PSU! She would like to thank her family and friends for always being so supportive and patient with her. Enjoy!
Matt Dailey is a senior Theatre Arts major with a focus in acting. He is very excited to play Orcas in She Kills Monsters. Matthew’s previous Roles were Larry in Passages, Pau Ama in Just So, and Knight 1 in Once Upon a Mattress. Matt wants to wish his fellow cast-mates the best, and hopes everyone has a great time watching She Kills Monsters!
Riley Lyons is a Junior Theater Arts major, with a focus in acting. This is Riley’s second production here at Plymouth, the first being Passages, where he played Leo. Stay slimy!
River Doumato is a senior Theatre Tech and Design major and a Carpenter/Painter in the Silver Center scene shop. They are ecstatic to be a part of She Kills Monsters as a first-time Stage Manager. Selected PSU credits include The Mystery of Edwin Drood (ASM), Clue: The Musical (part-time ASM), Noises Off (ASM). Other credits: Education Theatre Collaborative’s production of The SpongeBob Musical (ASM) and Plymprov’s Dungeons and Drama Improv show, Pirates! (ASM). River would like to thank her lovely partner, Ethan Clark, for his unwavering support and encouragement throughout the production process! <3
Savannah Gray Muzzey is a junior Theatre Arts Acting major at Plymouth State University, honored to be making her Hanaway debut as Tilly Evans in She Kills Monsters! Other roles you may have seen her in include Olivia in Twelfth Night and Agent Sterling in Passages. When they aren’t onstage, Savannah can often be found stage managing, fight captaining, a part of run crew, or playing pool. She Kills Monsters created a huge and unexpected opportunity for self-reflection. What she’s learned about herself and her life growing up as a queer kid in a small town, she will remain grateful for forever. @savannah.gray.theatrical
Sedona Guaraldi is a junior Elementary Education major. She is excited to be involved in her second performance at PSU as Vera in She Kills Monsters. Last year, Sedona was in Noises Off as an understudy for Poppy. She would like to thank her friends and family for their support!
Shakeira ‘Shakey’ Barron is a junior Musical Theatre Performance Major with this being her 5th show at PSU. Her recent credits include Lucky Stiff (Spotlight Operator), Eurydice (Light Board Operator), Just So (Assistant Stage Manager) and The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Horace/Ensemble). Shakey is super excited to be a part of this amazing and fun cast. She is ecstatic to be playing Kaliope and would like to thank director Jessie Chapman for giving her this opportunity. She would also like to thank her mom, Anna, for her endless support and encouragement for every step of her theatre journey!
Shay Folger is a Sophomore Musical Theatre Performance major and is absolutely thrilled to be in her first play, and second show ever! She has recently worked on The Mystery of Edwin Drood as a member of the ensemble, and behind the scenes as wardrobe for PSU’s production of Noises Off! Shay is currently a member of the PSU Chorale, Jazz Band, and the Mixed Emotions Treble a capella group. Shay has had an exciting experience making her first character come to life. She will be dedicating her performance to the memory of her childhood dog, Harley Quinn, who recently passed away.
Skylar Gardner is in her senior year, graduating in the Spring of 2027 with a Psychology major and Political Science minor. She’s grateful to be a part of this phenomenal production as her PSU theatrical “debut” post numerous beloved ensemble roles in grade school, including her favorite, Disaster! The Musical in her freshman year of high school. The encouragement from family and friends, alongside the humorous and welcoming cast and crew has made this show one to remember.
Taylor Weisenborn is a Junior Technical Theatre Major with a Photography Minor. This is her first show as an assistant costume designer, and she is excited to see how everything comes together! She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!
Jack LaRhette is a sophomore theatre arts major with a focus in dramatic writing. She Kills Monsters is his first show at Plymouth. Although he did shows before, he is extremely excited to do performances with the theatre program here at PSU and hopes that everyone who sees the shows enjoys it as much as he enjoys being a part of it!
Levi Bethune is a sophomore Game Design student who is proud to be part of this production. While they have acted before, this is Levi’s first show at Plymouth, and they are (as always) extremely excited to put on a show.
Victoria Paradise is a sophomore Allied Health Science major at Plymouth State University, and this is their first show with the theatre program! In high school, they were behind the scenes in the Pit Orchestra, but She Kills Monsters is their first time acting. Outside of theater, Tori is a Community Advisor, an Orientation Leader, and loves getting involved around campus. They hope you enjoy the show!
William Collins is a freshman theatre arts major focusing in music theatre performance. Will is from Boston, Massachusetts; loves sports, martial arts, music, and wants to become a professional actor on Broadway. He’s very excited to be working on this show and hopes everyone that watches it really enjoys it as much as he does.
Zach Brown is a third-year Theater Arts major here at Plymouth. He is from Cranston, Rhode Island. His acting credits include Agent Reynolds in Passages, Selsdon in Noises Off!, Fabian and Curio in Twelfth Night, and directing Dungeons and Drama 2026: PIRATES. When not on stage, you can find him on the rugby field having a great time. Zach would like to thank his parents, sister, and friends for their continued support over the years, and his castmates for an incredible and educational experience. Please enjoy She Kills Monsters!!!
Silver Center for the Arts
| Director | Stuart Crowell |
| Events Coordinator / House Manager | Tracey Dickson |
| Assistant Front of House Manager | Devin Guild |
| Technical Directors | Heather Manfredi & Tyler McCarthy |
| Costume Shop Manager | Daneé Gosselin |
| Assistant House Managers | Cassidy Sturgeon, Claire McIver, Riley Smith, & Sarah Moon |
| Front of House Student Workers | Audrianna Trow, Blake Castonguay, Caleb Audet, Logan Aleksonis, Nichole Crowe, Saleo Gallant, Sarah Mires, & Taylor Weisenborn |
| Costume Student Staff | Abby Carlson, Angelia LaBrecque, Leif Ford, & Nate LaPorte |
| Production Student Staff | Bradley Cepeck, Connor Lavertu, Ellie Kloewer, Enzo Valenti, Ethan Clark, Jonathan Picard, Max Shanteler, Natalie Morris, River Doumato, Zach Brown, & Zoe Nagle |
Special Thanks
Advice To The Players, Connie Cunningham, Daryl Morante, Enzo Valenti, Jason Charrette, Jett Wisniewski, John Krueckeberg, Lena Donovan, Leo Cote, Kathy Melanson, Katrin Rouner, Kho Franky, Maddie Collins, Rebecca Buchanan-Mackie, Sonia P, Thomas Fifield, & Zoe Nagle
Coming Soon
Visit Plymouth.edu/SiverCenter for information about coming events and tickets
10/20 Eagle Pond Author Series Presents: Ann Hudson
10/23 PlymProv Comedy Show: Seek Shelter Immediately
11/13-11/18 PSU Theatre Program presents: Cabaret