The Three Musketeers at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Chicago Tribune - Somewhat Recommended

"...To its great credit, Peter Raby's smart, articulate book is committed to the full Dumas Monty, sans melodramatic concessions. And David H. Bell's earnest, full-throated production has integrity -- this is a long, Broadway-size show with a huge, frequently impressive cast and high-class production values that must have stretched Chicago Shakespeare to its limits."

Chicago Sun Times - Recommended

"...there is much to admire and build on. To the demanding role of D'Artagnan, Massey (who understudied the title role in Broadway's "Tarzan") brings a fleet, boyish quality and an angelic face that makes him both comic and touching."

Daily Herald - Recommended

"...This entertaining new musical faithfully adapted from Alexandre Dumas' classic romance novel and coming-of-age tale (and certainly deserving of life beyond Navy Pier, did anybody say Broadway?) boasts a clever book by Peter Raby; an impressive, suitably heroic score by composer George Stiles and lyricist Paul Leigh; and fine work by a talented cast."

EpochTimes - Highly Recommended

"...The cast that has been assembled is sterling! Kevin Massey sparkles as young D'Artagnan who sets out to become a Musketeer by joining Athos (a solid performance by Juan Chioran), Porthos (Steven Jeffrey Ross brings out the comical character with eases) and Aramis (Aaron Ramey). They are joined on this stage by Chicago favorite Greg Vinkler (who can take any role and make it stand out), Brian Sills, Neil Friedman, the dynamic Abby Mueller, Johanna McKenzie Miller and an outstanding performance by Blythe Wilson."

ChicagoCritic - Highly Recommended

"...With show stopping numbers like “Count Me In” and “A Good old-Fashion War,” together with segues like “Paris By Night,” the musical is a complete epic that engages and carries its story in an eye-popping sweepingly romantic journey. This is a show that begs to be seen. It contains strong voices, charm to share and nicely developed characters. The score and lyrics are Broadway caliber. See this spectacle now before it becomes a smash on Broadway."

Chicago Stage and Screen - Highly Recommended

"...Three cheers for Chicago Shakespeare Theater! Over the years, there have been so many different versions of Alexandre Dumas' classic "The Three Musketeers" that finding a fresh way of re-telling it requires a great deal of courage and craftsmanship. No problem here it seems when you have expert artists at the top of their form, as the CST certainly does."