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Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In On ANASTASIA on Tour
by Alan Henry - Oct 30, 2019

The National Tour of Anastasia had its official opening night in Schenectady, New York last week! The production stars Lila Coogan as Anya, Stephen Brower as Dmitry, Jason Michael Evans as Gleb, Joy Franz as Dowager Empress, Tari Kelly as Countess Lily, Edward Staudenmayer as Vlad and Victoria Amelia Bingham as Little Anastasia. The ensemble includes Brianna Abruzzo, Ronnie S. Bowman Jr., Alison Ewing, Peter Garza, Jeremiah Ginn, Brett-Marco Glauser, Lucy Horton, Mary Illes, Fred Inkley, Kourtney Keitt, Beth Stafford Laird, Mark Mackillop, Kenneth Michael Murray, Taylor Quick, Claire Rathbun, Michael McCorry Rose, Matt Rosell, Sareen Tchekmedyian, and Addison Mackynzie Valentino.

ANASTASIA Tour Comes To Fox Cities PAC 1/8
by Alan Henry - Dec 26, 2018

The National Tour of ANASTASIA will come to FOX Cities P.A.C. beginning January 8th, 2019!

Constantine Germanacos and Penny Fuller Will Join the Company of ANASTASIA
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2018

Anastasia will welcome new cast members to the Broadhurst Theatre this winter. Beginning Tuesday, December 18, original company member Constantine Germanacos will rejoin the hit Broadway musical as "Gleb." Emmy Award Winner Penny Fuller will assume the role of the "Dowager Empress" the week of January 7.

Christy Altomare and Zach Adkins Will Perform 'At The Beginning' Following Thursday's Performance of ANASTASIA
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2018

Take a journey to the past with the stars of Anastasia this week! Following Thursday night's curtain call, the show's stars Christy Altomare and Zach Adkins will return onstage for a special performance of the beloved song 'At the Beginning' from the 1997 animated film.

Exclusive Photos: ANASTASIA on Tour Celebrates Opening Night
by Alan Henry - Oct 25, 2018

The National Tour of Anastasia had its official opening night in Schenectady, New York earlier this month and BroadwayWorld has an exclusive look inside their opening night cast party!

Broadway's ANASTASIA On Sale Today at the Hobby Center!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2018

Mischer Neurosciences at the Hobby Center announces that the individual tickets for the tour of the critically-acclaimed Broadway production of ANASTASIA will go on sale Friday, October 19 at 10:00 a.m.

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At ANASTASIA On Tour
by Alan Henry - Oct 17, 2018

The National Tour of Anastasia had its official opening night in Schenectady, New York last week!  Get a first look at the production in the photos below!

Breaking: Recording Artist Cody Simpson Will Make Broadway Debut in ANASTASIA This November!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 16, 2018

The producers of ANASTASIA have just announced that Cody Simpson will join the Broadway company as leading man 'Dmitry' beginning November 29, 2018. Original company member Zach Adkins will play his final performance on Sunday, November 25.

VIDEO: Watch the Music Video For Liz Callaway and Christy Altomare's 'Journey to the Past' Duet and Download the Track Now
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2018

From the hit Broadway musical and 1997 animated film ANASTASIA, the new duet of the Oscar-nominated song 'Journey to the Past' featuring Broadway star Christy Altomare with the original voice of Anastasia, Liz Callaway is now available for purchase on iTunes and Amazon and for streaming on Spotify and Apple Music. A special music video has also been released and can be watch below:

Mary Beth Peil Will Play Final Performance in ANASTASIA On September 23
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2018

Mary Beth Peil will play her final performance as the "Dowager Empress" in the hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA on September 23, 2018. Peil is an original member of the Broadway company and was nominated for the 2017 Tony and Drama Desk Awards for her performance. She is a celebrated singer and stage and screen veteran, well known for her work in The King and I (Tony nomination), "Dawson's Creek" and "The Good Wife". Next, she can be seen starring in the acclaimed film "The Song of Sway Lake" opening in cinemas September 21, 2018.

Lila Coogan, Stephen Brower, and More Cast in ANASTASIA First National Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2018

Take the journey! Casting has been announced for the North American tour of the critically-acclaimed Broadway production of ANASTASIA. This production features a book by celebrated playwright Terrence McNally, a lush, new score by Stephen Flaherty (music) and Lynn Ahrens (lyrics) and direction by Tony Award-winning director Darko Tresnjak. The tour will launch at Proctors in Schenectady, NY on October 9, 2018 and will go on to play 30 cities in its first season.

Tickets to ANASTASIA Now On Sale Through June 2, 2019
by Julie Musbach - Jun 15, 2018

Anastasia on Broadway announced today a new block of tickets through June 2, 2019. Tickets will go on sale to the general public starting today, Friday, June 15.

Zach Adkins Takes Over as Dmitry in ANASTASIA Tonight!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 27, 2018

Beginning tonight, March 27th, Zach Adkins will assume the role of 'Dmitry' in the hit Broadway musical Anastasia. Adkins is an original member of the Broadway company, currently appearing on stage at the Broadhurst Theatre in the ensemble.

VIDEO: Christy Altomare Shines in New Music Video for 'In My Dreams' from ANASTASIA
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2018

The team over at Anastasia have dropped a brand-new music video featuring their star, Christy Altomare performing a new number from the musical, titled 'In My Dreams.' Check out the video below!

Broadway's ANASTASIA To Journey Through North America On Tour This Fall!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2018

Celebrating ANASTASIA's first anniversary on Broadway, producers today announce the official North American tour will begin performances in Schenectady (Proctors Theatre) this October before visiting over 30 cities in its first year including Dallas, Denver, Philadelphia, San Francisco, with additional cities to be announced this spring. For more information, please visit www.anastasiabroadway.com.

Breaking: Have You Heard? Zach Adkins and Vicki Lewis Will Take Over as Dmitry and Countess Lily in ANASTASIA
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 6, 2018

Have you heard? Anastasia has found it's two newest stars! Beginning Tuesday, March 27th, Zach Adkins will assume the role of "Dmitry" and Vicki Lewis will join the company as "Countess Lily" in the hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA. Adkins is an original member of the Broadway company, currently appearing on stage at the Broadhurst Theatre in the ensemble. A perennial favorite, Lewis returns to the Broadway stage after starring in Chicago, Damn Yankees, and many more.

Derek Klena and Caroline O'Connor Will Play Final Performance in ANASTASIA March 25
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2018

Derek Klena and Caroline O'Connor will play their final performance as "Dmitry" and "Lily," respectively, in the hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA on March 25, 2018. Klena and O'Connor are original members of the Broadway company.

ANASTASIA to Waltz Through Next Winter on Broadway; New Block of Tickets on Sale Monday!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2017

Producers Stage Entertainment, Bill Taylor (Sister Act, Rocky), Tom Kirdahy (It's Only A Play, The Visit) and Hunter Arnold (Kinky Boots, Spring Awakening) today announce a new block of tickets through January 13, 2019 for Broadway's ANASTASIA.

Max von Essen Will Take Over as 'Gleb' in ANASTASIA This December
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 7, 2017

The producers of ANASTASIA announced that Tony Award nominee Max von Essen to return to Broadway to play Gleb in the hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA on December 5, 2017. Von Essen to take over for original company member Ramin Karimloo.

Dasvidaniya! Ramin Karimloo Will Depart ANASTASIA in December
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2017

Tony Award nominee Ramin Karimloo will play his final performance as Gleb in the hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA on December 3, 2017. Karimloo is an original member of the Broadway company. A casting announcement for Gleb will be made shortly.