Sluga

by Lizzie Stark and Jason Morningstar

You have been invited to an unusual dinner party, one whose invitation you could not refuse. The Yaga has called, and you have answered. At this table, your most urgent dreams may come true--or your bones may be ground to thicken the borscht.

Slavic tales of Baba Yaga inspired this scenario. It consists of a surreal dinner party with an immortal deity (Yaga) and their servant (Sluga), during which you'll be served various inedible dishes and learn how and why you ended up here.

We've designed it with immersive theater in mind--this works equally well as a spooky dinner party where the hosts deliver all instructions in character, or as a small larp suitable for play in a variety of venues.

FACT BOX

Participants: 6-10 participants, 8 is probably ideal. 2 will facilitate, the rest will play guests.

Time: 90 minutes

Space: You need three zones of play, one set up like a dining room with seating for Yaga and guests as well as two auxiliary spaces, ideally private, to serve as foyer and kitchen.

Props: A printed script, nametags and pens, three objects per participant, a salt shaker, a bell, optional refreshments, luggage, and table settings.

Content: Intense existential horror, death, unpleasant surprises, impossible choices, disappointment, punishment, and unwelcome memories.