Shakespeare in the Parks brings two plays to St. Ignatius

Montana Shakespeare in the Parks nears the end of its 51st summer tour this week when the traveling troupe performs “The Three Musketeers” Sept. 2 and “Measure for Measure” Sept. 3 at Good Old Days Park in St. Ignatius.

A swashbuckling tale filled with action and adventure, “The Three Musketeers” by Alexander Dumas sweeps the audience to 17th century France, following a young hero’s journey as he embarks to fulfill his lifelong dream of becoming a Musketeer. This is the company’s first year producing the action-filled classic.

This also marks the company’s first time performing "Measure for Measure" since 2000. Categorized by scholars as one of Shakespeare’s “problem plays,” neither neat comedy nor tragedy, the play explores themes of power, class dynamics, and justice through a modern and inclusive lens.

This summer, the company performs in 63 communities across five states including Montana, Idaho, North Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming. Ushering Shakespeare’s immortal stories of life, love, and tragedy into a modern era, MSIP is dedicated to preserving the cultural traditions of theatre and literature through live, free performances every summer across the Rocky Mountain West.

Picnic dinners and beverages, catered by Allentown Restaurant, are available prior to both St. Ignatius performances, which begin at 5 p.m. Admission, as always, is free.

For the most up-to-date tour schedule, visit www.ShakespeareInTheParks.org.