ARTHYR: The Boy Who Would Be King • A Musical

ARTHYR: THE BOY WHO WOULD BE KING a musical

by C. Michael Perry and Coni Koepfinger

It presents a unique take on the King Arthur legend where Merlyn is a boy from the 21st Century living backwards in time. Act One focuses on Merlyn teaching Arthyr, revealing his true parentage as the son of King Uther Pendragon and Igrayne, and guiding him towards his destiny. Key plot points include Arthyr’s apprenticeship to Sir Lionel, his mistreatment by Kay, finding the sword in the stone, and being proclaimed King of Britain at age 12. Act Two covers Arthyr’s reign, training under his father Uther, his first battle victory, and challenges involving Nimue, Morgan LeFay, Morguse, and saving Merlyn. The act culminates with Arthyr and Uther taking up residence at Caerleon, preparing to unite Britain. There are numerous musical numbers, prophecies delivered by Anna, and details about Keepers and Protectors who manipulate the details of the story to ensure Arthyr’s destiny and prevent others from discovering who Merlyn really is.

Set around 500 AD in various locations in Britain.

About 90 minutes.

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