Ready your crossbow and lace up your tap shoes: the time has come for "Once More, with Dragons!" It's a musical theatre themed, Dungeons and Dragons real-play adventure featuring a troupe of your favorite musical theatre YouTubers and podcasters. "Once More, with Dragons" is an improvised, fantasy, role-playing story filled with combat, intrigue, mysteries, and musical theatre puns. And don't worry – you don't need to know ANYTHING about Dungeons and Dragons (or musical theatre) to enjoy this story. Our dramatis personae include: Evelyn Forte, the brassy-mouthed, dragonborn sorcerer, is played by Emily Clark. You can find Emily over at Stealing Focus on YouTube. D'syraeah the Magnificent, high elf druid and daughter of theatrical royalty, is played by Christi Esterle. You can find Christi aka "the Diva" at Musical Hell on Youtube. Graygory Highland, the two-timin’ dwarfish rouge, is played by Jesse McAnally. You can find Jesse’s other podcast Musicals with Cheese in a podcatcher near you. And, finally, Tommy Nolan as your Dungeon Mash-ter (Musical Theatre Mash in all places online.) Whether you're a d20 rolling Gygax fan or a Sondheim-loving acolyte, you'll find something to enjoy in this adventure. Follow our troupe of septuagenarian performers as they brave the perils of the audition room and conquer the dangers of a cold read. Grab a seat on the aisle and enjoy "Once More, with Dragons!"
Tommy Nolan, Emily Clark, Christi Esterle, Jesse McAnally
The Once More, with Dragons! podcast is a delightful and captivating show that combines the worlds of musical theater and Dungeons & Dragons. As someone who has an interest in fantasy and games but knows nothing about D&D, I was immediately transported to the enchanting land of Emperia by the dungeon master's storytelling and the players' acting. The podcast is filled with show-stopping mysteries, clever Broadway puns, and a cast of characters that you can't help but fall in love with. It has sparked my curiosity about D&D and makes me want to dive into the game myself.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the inclusion of elderly protagonists. In a world where stories often focus on young heroes, it is refreshing to see older characters taking center stage. The hosts are all delightful and bring their own unique charm to the table. The story is well-written and keeps you engaged from start to finish. Even when the players occasionally get confused, it only adds to the charm of the show.
The combination of D&D and musical theater is a match made in heaven for fans of both mediums. The podcast seamlessly blends these two worlds together, creating a truly unique listening experience. The three players and dungeon master are all incredibly funny, keeping you entertained throughout each episode. Catching all the musical theater references is like playing a game within a game.
While there are many positives to this podcast, one potential downside could be for those who are not familiar with musical theater. While I personally enjoyed it without much knowledge in that area, some jokes and references may go over your head if you're not familiar with the genre. However, even if you're not well-versed in musical theater, the humor and storytelling are still enjoyable enough to keep you hooked.
In conclusion, The Once More, with Dragons! podcast is an extremely entertaining show that combines D&D and musical theater in a hilarious and captivating way. The original story, great characters, smart in-jokes, and overall fun atmosphere make it a must-listen for fans of D&D or anyone looking for a comedy podcast. The hosts bring their expertise and charm to create a truly memorable experience. Thank you to Tommy, Emily, Christi, and Jesse for bringing this podcast into the world - I can't wait for the next episode!
A simple stroll to the train staton lands our troupe in hot water with the fuzz. It's Grag's fault (no surprises there). Is Emperia's leadership headed down a dark path after the fire at the Demps Hohenstein? Is Evelyn's vibrato getting even louder? Probably. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Singed but not quite dead, yet our troupe learns the truth from Ann and takes a stroll down memory lane. But perhaps they’ve forgotten more than they think they have… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It’s opening night and it’s our troupe’s first night on the job. Are they in for more than they bargained for? Did they bargain for anything at all? …should they have signed contracts or something? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The gang tries to comfort a sad Caroline Chandler and tries a little nosing into her own personal show business. They also learn about the dangers of windows and sleeping too heavily… Twitter / Instagram / Facebook / Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Evelyn, D'syraeah, and Graygory saunter down the street to Tim Taylor's Tailor and Trinkets shop to get fitted for their uniforms. But their uniforms are the least of their garment-related worries! Also, Greg lives up to his two-timin' and Evelyn takes a look at the news before the gang finds a familiar face in an unfamiliar place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our troupe of once-great performers set off on their newest adventure: an audition! Join Evelyn Forte (Emily Clark), D'syraeah the Magnificent (Christi Esterle) Graygory Highland (Jesse McAnally) on this brand new, musical theatre themed adventure! Tommy Nolan (Musical Mash) Dungeon Masters in this first episode of Once More, with Dragons! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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