Belmont University Research Symposium (BURS)
Publication Date
Spring 4-5-2022
College
Music and Performing Arts, College of
Department
Theatre and Dance, Department of
BURS Faculty Advisor
Carla Lahey
Presentation Type
Oral Presentation
Abstract
The Journey of Grief Campaign; An Analysis of Qui Nguyen play She Kills Monsters
Eve Helak
Qui Nguyen's work She Kills Monsters is an exceptional example of keeping your audience entertained and in tears. The play is centered around a woman named Agnes, discovering and participating in her recently deceased, younger sisters Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Through Agnes’ fantasy filled journey, she undergoes each stage of grief through the game’s monsters and cast of characters, which allows an understanding and acceptance for her sister’s tragedy. Through its mystical yet utterly grounded lens, She Kills Monsters both entertains and accomplishes its potent themes of grief, and can be surveyed through my analysis of the text.
Recommended Citation
Helak, Eve, "The Journey of Grief Campaign: An Analysis of Qui Nguyen's play; She Kills Monsters" (2022). Belmont University Research Symposium (BURS). 168.
https://repository.belmont.edu/burs/168
