The image features six performers on a whimsical pink inflatable stage resembling a castle. They are dressed in various colorful costumes, posing playfully, with props like stuffed animals scattered around. The atmosphere is vibrant and theatrical, suggesting a lively performance.

Musketiere!
Sebastian Schwab

Musketiere!

Children's Opera

from 6

24 Performances

2025

December

03. 04. 06. 07. 08. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 20. 21.

2026

May

17. 18. 20. 21. 22. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.
Musketiere!

More performances

Wed
03 Dec
10:30 — 11:40
Thu
04 Dec
10:30 — 11:40
Sat
06 Dec
11:00 — 12:10
Sun
07 Dec
14:00 — 15:10
Mon
08 Dec
11:00 — 12:10
Thu
11 Dec
10:30 — 11:40
Fri
12 Dec
10:30 — 11:40
Sat
13 Dec
11:00 — 12:10
Sun
14 Dec
11:00 — 12:10
Mon
15 Dec
10:30 — 11:40
Tue
16 Dec
10:30 — 11:40
Wed
17 Dec
10:30 — 11:40
Sat
20 Dec
11:00 — 12:10
Sun
21 Dec
11:00 — 12:10
Sun
17 May
11:00 — 12:10
Mon
18 May
10:30 — 11:40
Wed
20 May
10:30 — 11:40
Thu
21 May
10:30 — 11:40
Fri
22 May
10:30 — 11:40
Tue
26 May
10:30 — 11:40
Wed
27 May
10:30 — 11:40
Thu
28 May
10:30 — 11:40
Fri
29 May
10:30 — 11:40
Sat
30 May
11:00 — 12:10

About the production

D'Artagnan is a fearless girl with one goal: to become a musketeer and free the country from the oppression of the self-absorbed king and his power-hungry advisor, the cardinal.

The two possess a mysterious instrument of power: a golden croissant that magically makes people selfish and divides them. In order to restore friendship and cohesion among the people, the power of this sinister pastry must be broken. Together with the cheeky horse Holgär and the somewhat clumsy but amiable Portos (a student of the mysterious Master Wu), d'Artagnan sets off for Paris to face the dangerous task.

World premiere commissioned by the Salzburg Festival in co-production with the Vienna State Opera.

»Musketier, nicht drei, sondern hundert, zusammen mit euch für das Wahre, Gute und das Gerechte!«

D’Artagnan
Two actors perform on stage. One, wearing a flowing gray robe, extends a hand as if using a power, while the other, in casual attire with a lightsaber, appears ready for combat. The background is dark, enhancing the dramatic scene.
A performer in a purple outfit sits on a large, inflatable bed decorated like a castle, holding a fluffy white dog. The backdrop is dimly lit with purple hues, and there are stuffed animals and string lights adding to the whimsical atmosphere.
Three performers stand dramatically on stage. One holds a glowing purple sword, another has a sword in hand and wears a leather jacket, while the third brandishes a carrot and wears a unique costume. The background is dark with a smoky atmosphere, enhancing the theatrical scene.
The image depicts three men in gray suits sitting inside a large filing cabinet, each holding a sign that reads "NO." A woman stands nearby, looking distressed and holding a phone, suggesting a conversation or confrontation. The scene conveys a sense of disagreement or rejection.
A young woman with pink hair, wearing a leather jacket, looks apprehensive as she stands in a smoky environment. Behind her looms a large, menacing figure with a skeletal face and outstretched claws, suggesting a dramatic and eerie scene from a performance.
A performer stands confidently, holding a sword in a dramatic pose. Behind them, a backdrop features two swords crossed against a blue gradient. The stage has a stacked arrangement of books, enhancing the theatrical setting. The overall scene conveys a sense of adventure and action.
A person with short hair and a leather jacket stands confidently on stage, holding a rolled-up document. The background is filled with swirling blue smoke, enhancing the dramatic atmosphere. The ground is littered with pieces of paper, suggesting a recent event or performance.
Two actors in flowing robes perform in a dramatic scene, surrounded by a misty atmosphere. One actor crouches while holding a device, appearing focused or surprised, while the other leans in from behind, expressing concern or curiosity. A prop weapon lies on the ground nearby.
A dramatic scene on stage featuring five characters: a woman with pink hair holding a pen, flanked by four individuals in gray suits. A large stack of files is seen behind them, along with a cartoonish drawing labeled "Muskeltiers." The atmosphere suggests tension and conflict.
Three performers stand on a dimly lit stage surrounded by fog. The first person holds a glowing sword, the second has a playful expression with a light object, and the third wields an unconventional weapon made from a carrot. They each embody a distinct character.
A theatrical scene features two characters: a woman in a black outfit and red knee-high boots holding a fan, and a man in purple pajamas, wearing a crown and cradling a fluffy white creature. They stand in front of a large inflatable backdrop decorated with plush toys.
A theatrical scene showcases four characters in a dramatic standoff. One holds a glowing weapon, while the others appear engaged in a tense discussion. Two large, ghostly figures loom in the background, adding to the sense of conflict and intrigue in the performance.

For his first opera libretto, director David Bösch has given the classic story of D'Artagnan and the musketeers a good shake-up. The role of the horse Holgär is played by an entertaining emcee who guides the audience through the story in a child-friendly and humorous way, while at the same time being part of the story and the musketeer society himself.

Sebastian Schwab has composed rousing music to accompany the libretto, transforming the adventures and turbulent confrontations into lively music theater for children.

For his first opera libretto, director David Bösch has given the classic story of D'Artagnan and the musketeers a good shake-up. The role of the horse Holgär is an entertaining emcee who guides us through the story in a child-friendly and humorous way, while at the same time being part of the story and the musketeer society himself. For one character, the author and director drew inspiration from a completely different universe: The character of Master Wu, who supports and confuses Porthos with enigmatic advice, is based on the animated series Ninjago.