The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas

All for One – and One for All!  Alexandre Dumas wrote five Musketeers novels, the first appearing in 1844. They have enjoyed enormous popularity worldwide and are not just textbook examples of the Historical Romance but also hilarious pastiches of that genre. The first remains the greatest. Young D’Artagnan is desperate to join Athos, Porthos and Aramis as an elite Musketeer of the King’s Guard. To prove himself he plunges headlong into a thrilling adventure to retrieve the Queen’s jewels, race the clock to restore Her Majesty’s honour, survive the machinations of scheming Cardinal Richelieu, and cross swords with the deadly Milady de Winter.

Set against a sweeping panorama of 17th century France at war, it’s a whirlwind of excitement, comedy and ingenious storytelling. Romance! Intrigue! Murder! Betrayal! Revenge…!  It’s got the lot! With a reputation for the finest swordplay in the business Illyria promises more dazzling swashbuckling than ever!

Running time: 135-minutes (approx.), including a 20-minute interval.

Suitability: Play contains scenes of peril, politics and passion! Suitable for ages 8+, but younger children welcome – if they’re brave enough…