“The 3 Musketeers…And D’Artagnan!” | Meet Topher Wagner

Hi, I am Topher Wagner and I am 15 years old in 10th grade at Yorktown High School. Outside of theatre I enjoy running cross country for my school and playing Recreational basketball with friends.

Encore: What is your role in The Three Musketeers and what was your reaction when you received the part? Topher: In The Three Musketeers I play the role of D’Artagnan, the young apprentice and friend of the three musketeers on their mission to escort the king’s dog to Spain. I was surprised and very excited when I received the role to be able to play a funny and interesting character like D’Artagnan and work with the rest of The Three Musketeers and the cast on a great ensemble production.

Encore: What other roles, productions, programs have you been involved in with Encore? What is your most memorable moment in this show or other Encore programs?
Topher: Before at Encore I started out as the gander in Charlotte’s Web in my first show and have also participated in Sleeping Beauty as Prince Alexander and Sherlock Holmes as Sherlock Holmes. During the shows at Encore I don’t have one specific favorite memory because every show is unique and a great experience. As you prepare for the shows the entire cast bonds so much together and that’s why all the shows are such good experiences.

Encore: What can our audiences look forward to in this show?
Topher: Along with some very comedic scenes and jokes and the [guest appearance of a furry friend] in the show, their are many entertaining fight scenes throughout the show. These realistic wooden swords provide some great fights between the musketeers and evil henchman alike.

Encore: What are some tips you can share to families about being in the audience?
Topher: In the audience, you participate as much in the show as the actors do so it is important to laugh and enjoy yourself while not disrupting the actors on stage either. After the show is over, be sure to get all the actors’ autographs in the lobby and ask questions to the actors once the play is over.

Thanks Topher for sharing your Encore journey and tips for the audience! Join us in this weekend for great laughs and an amazing adventure with an Encore twist! The Three Musketeers will be playing this weekend. Click here to buy your tickets today.