THE GUTHRIE THEATER PRESENTS A
WALKING SHADOW THEATRE COMPANY PRODUCTION OF
THE THREE MUSKETEERS

A new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas novel
by John Heimbuch
directed by Amy Rummenie

Preview Performance May 9; Opening Night May 10;
Playing through May 25, 2014
in the Dowling Studio at the Guthrie Theater

(Minneapolis/St. Paul) The Guthrie Theater today announced it will welcome the return of Walking Shadow Theatre Company to the Dowling Studio with its production of _THE THREE MUSKETEERS_, a crisp new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas popular romance novel. Written by JOHN HEIMBUCH and directed by AMY RUMMENIE (Walking Shadow Theatre Companys _reasons to be pretty_), this fast-paced, swashbuckling adventure for the stage will play May 9-25, 2014. Single tickets start at $18 and are now on sale through the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, toll-free 877.44.STAGE, 612.225.6244 (Group Sales) and online at www.guthrietheater.org.

I like to think of this adaptation as _The Three Musketeers: The Fun Parts_, says Rummenie. We love the intricacy of Dumas story -- the intrigue, romance, and of course, the fights -- so were working to keep the novels plot intact, with high energy and a quick pace. With our cast of 10 playing nearly 50 characters, were embracing the spirit of the musketeers: young and cocky enough to get into trouble, but brazen and clever enough to get back out of it.

In the famous story, DArtagnan yearns to join the Kings Musketeers. But will his sharp sword and quick wit let him survive Paris' treacherous labyrinth of gossip, slander, intrigue and duels? When a favor for the Queen's handmaiden brings dArtagnan afoul of the powerful Cardinal Richelieu, the daring youth befriends three Musketeers: Aramis, Porthos and Athos. Together, they fight to defend the Queen's honor and save the lady d'Artagnan loves -- but an intriguing woman known as "Milady" has other plans for him.

_The Three Musketeers__ _features_ _ROSS DESTICHE (Aramis), CASEY HOEKSTRA (Planchet), and AEYSHA KINNUNEN (Milady), three graduates of the Guthrie Theater/University of Minnesota/Guthrie Theater B.F.A. Actor Training Program, as well as TONY BROWN (Richelieu), SHAD COOPER (Athos), BRANDON EWALD (Porthos), MEREDITH LARSON (Anne of Austria), ANNA HICKEY (Constance Bonacieux), DAN HOPMAN (Treville), and BRYAN PORTER (dArtagnan).

The artistic team includes JOSEPH STANLEY (Set Designer), E. AMY HILL (Costume Designer), KARIN OLSON (Lighting Designer), MICHAEL CROSWELL (Sound Designer) and SEÁN MCARDLE (Properties Designer).

_The Three Musketeers _begins previews on Friday, May 9, opens Saturday, May 10, and continues through Sunday, May 25, 2014 in the Dowling Studio at the Guthrie Theater. Single tickets start at $18 and are now on sale through the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, toll-free 877.44.STAGE, 612.225.6244 (Group Sales) and online atwww.guthrietheater.org [http://www.guthrietheater.org].


WALKING SHADOW THEATRE COMPANY is a Minneapolis-based company with a reputation for producing well-staged and carefully researched work. Walking Shadow has been called a company that deserves attention by the _Star Tribune_ and praised by _Minnesota Monthly_ for its polished productions of incisive modern works.

The GUTHRIE THEATER (Joe Dowling, Director)_ _was founded by Sir Tyrone Guthrie in 1963 and is an American center for theater performance, production, education and professional training. The Tony Award-winning Guthrie Theater is dedicated to producing the great works of dramatic literature, developing the work of contemporary playwrights and cultivating the next generation of theater artists. With annual attendance of nearly 500,000 people, the Guthrie Theater presents a mix of classic plays and contemporary work on its three stages. Under the artistic leadership of Joe Dowling since 1995, the Guthrie continues to set a national standard for excellence in theatrical production and performance. In 2006, the Guthrie opened its new home on the banks of the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel, the Guthrie Theater houses three state-of-the-art stages, production facilities, classrooms and dramatic public lobbies. www.guthrietheater.org [http://www.guthrietheater.org/]

FACT SHEET

The Guthrie Theater presents
a Walking Shadow Theatre Company production of
_The Three Musketeers_
a new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' novel
by John Heimbuch
directed by Amy Rummenie

D'Artagnan yearns to join the King's Musketeers. But will his sharp sword and quick wit let him survive Paris' treacherous labyrinth of gossip, slander, intrigue and duels? When a favor for the Queen's handmaiden brings d'Artagnan afoul of the powerful Cardinal Richelieu, the daring youth befriends three Musketeers: Aramis, Porthos and Athos. Together, they fight to defend the Queen's honor and save the lady d'Artagnan loves -- but an intriguing woman known as "Milady" has other plans for him. This crisp new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' popular adventure novel is a fast-paced, swashbuckling adventure for the stage.

Artistic Team: The artistic team includes JOSEPH STANLEY (Set Designer), E. AMY HILL (Costume Designer), KARIN OLSON (Lighting Designer), MICHAEL CROSWELL (Sound Designer) and SEÁN MCARDLE (Properties Designer).


Performance Dates: May 9-25, 2014

Opening Night: Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m.

Performance Times: Wednesdays Sundays starting May 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Matinees on select Saturdays and Sundays at 1 p.m.
visit www.guthrietheater.org [http://www.guthrietheater.org] for the complete performance schedule

Location: Guthrie Theater Dowling Studio
818 South 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415

Pricing: Single tickets priced $18
(Discounts for students and seniors available)

Tickets: Tickets may be purchased online at www.guthrietheater.org [http://www.guthrietheater.org]
Guthrie Box Office: 612.377.2224 or 877.44.STAGE
Box Office hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on non-performance days)
Group Sales: 612.225.6244 or 877.225.6211

ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Learn more online at http://www.guthrietheater.org/accessibility [http://www.guthrietheater.org/accessibility]

ASL INTERPRETATION
_Interpreted by Claire Alexander and TBD _
Friday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m.

AUDIO DESCRIPTION
_described by Connie Fullmer_
Friday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m.

If you have specific program questions or need an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Office by phone at 612.225.6390 (voice) or 612.225.6391 (TTY) or email ataccessibility@guthrietheater.org