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Alexandre Dumas’ classic tale comes to life in this delightful new adaptation by Ken Ludwig, who brings some formidable ladies into the fray. Join D’Artagnan and his sister Sabine as they journey to Paris to seek their fame and fortune in the world of the muske- teers, King Louis VIII, and the pow- erful Cardinal Richelieu. Witness dazzling swordplay, daring deeds, heroics, and true love in this be- loved epic. Artistic Director, Bonnie J. Mon- te, said, “We are so thrilled to be presenting this exuberant stage version of Dumas’ great classic adventure for our audience. Ken Ludwig’s adaptation is sure to please people of all ages!” The cast features mélange of STNJ veterans and new faces and includes John Keabler as Athos, Paul Molnar as Porthos, Alexan- der Sovronsky as Aramis, Cooper Jennings as D’Artagnan, Andrea Morales as Sabine, Bruce Cromer NJ STAGE - ISSUE 59 as Cardinal Richelieu, Anasta- siya Le Gendre as Milady, Jeffrey M. Bender as Rochefort, Patrick Toon as Ravanche, Michael Stew- art Allen as King Louis VIII, Fiona Robberson as Queen Anne, Billie Wyatt as Constance, Clark Scott Carmichael as Duke of Bucking- ham, and David DeBesse as Trev- ille. Rounding out the cast are Lèna Chilingerian and Austin Lu- cas and other ensemble members. The design team for the produc- tion includes set design by Brian Prather; costume design by Brian Russman; lighting design by Mat- thew E. Adelson; fight direction by Christian Kelly-Sordelet; original music, sound design, and music direction by Alexander Sovronsky. The Production Stage Manager is Jackie Mariani. Tickets are available for purchase online or at the Theatre’s Box Of- fice 36 Madison Avenue, Madison or by calling the Box Office at 973-408-5600. w INDEX NEXT ARTICLE 62