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Anastasia 2017

Run Time:
Two hours and 25 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 8+
Opened: April 24, 2017
Closing: March 31, 2019

Anastasia - 2017 Broadway History , Info & More

Broadhurst Theatre (Broadway)
235 W. 44th St. New York, NY

Inspired by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical Anastasia comes to Broadway.



From the Tony Award-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family.



Anastasia features a book by celebrated playwright Terrence McNally and a lush, new score by Stephen Flaherty (music) and Lynn Ahrens (lyrics). Tony Award-winning director Darko Tresnjak directs.


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‘Anastasia’ review: A vapid journey to the past on Broadway
7 / 10

Now 'Anastasia,' inspired by the 1956 Ingrid Bergman film but mostly the 1997 animation, does have plenty of snow - lovely fat snowflakes that flit like fireflies behind the semicircle of graceful windows (designed by Alexander Dodge) that twirl and reveal scenes from St. Petersburg to Paris. This one also has a score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, who wrote the music for the cartoon that catapulted the song, 'Journey to the Past,' to pop stardom. For the Broadway version, they have teamed up with playwright Terrence McNally, their collaborator for the far superior 'Ragtime.' More power ballads have been added to the pretty but dispiritingly predictable story of Anastasia, the princess who, as rumor once had it, may have escaped the revolution's firing squad as a child in 1918.

Review: ‘Anastasia,’ a Russian Princess With an Identity Crisis
6 / 10

Those mid-20th-century musicals that must've sounded like a good idea at the time, but tend to be remembered today only by hard-core aficionados of the genre. They were frothy but earnest shows, set in distant times and foreign lands, with titles like 'Mata Hari' and 'Pleasures and Palaces.' Such shows had a hard time squeezing their epic-size selves into the corsets of book-musical conventions, and they usually died young. I don't foresee a similar fate for 'Anastasia,' which originated at Hartford Stage in Connecticut and is directed by Darko Tresnjak (a Tony winner for his ingenious staging of 'A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder'), with choreography both stately and antic by Peggy Hickey. The cartoon version from 1997 is very fondly remembered by people who saw it as tweens, especially girls. Its Ahrens-Flaherty score included the breakout hit 'Journey to the Past,' which is repurposed here and sung ardently by Ms. Altomare. So 'Anastasia' may well tap into the dewy-eyed demographic that made 'Wicked' such an indestructible favorite of female adolescents. Those without such nostalgic insulation are likely to find this 'Anastasia' a chore.

BWW Flashback: ANASTASIA Concludes Broadway Run Today- Relive the Home, Love & Family!
by Nicole Rosky - March 31, 2019


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, after two successful years on Broadway, the musical adaptation of the hit animated film, Anastasia will play its final performance on today, March 31, 2019. Upon closing, Anastasia will have played 808 regular and 34 preview performances at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street).

BWW Interview: Constantine Germanacos Gets Ready to Say 'Dasvidaniya' to Three Years of ANASTASIA
by Nicole Rosky - March 9, 2019


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, on Sunday, March 31, after 808 performances on Broadway, Anastasia will take its final journey to the past- a journey that has lasted for three years. Even before it started winning the hearts of audiences at the Broadhurst Theatre in 2017, the musical made its world premiere in a sold-out, record breaking run at Hartford Stage in Connecticut.

BWW Interview: Actor Jason Michael Evans Talks ANASTASIA's North American Tour
by Katricia Lang - March 5, 2019


Stalin, Lenin, mass executions. Who knew that war and civil unrest would make a good backdrop for a love story? Well, a lot of people. Margaret Mitchell, Victor Hugo, the Hollywood execs behind THE NOTEBOOK. But that doesn't make ANASTASIA, a romantic musical from librettist Terrence McNally, and composers Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, any less impressive.

Up on the Marquee: ANASTASIA Gets a Makeover with Christy Altomare and Cody Simpson
by Walter McBride - February 18, 2019


Before the holidays, the cast welcomed Australian pop star Cody Simpson in the role of Dmitry.He joined Christy Altomare as Anastasia, and John Bolton, Judy Kaye, Vicki Lewis and Max von Essen. Below, check out the new marquee at the Broadhurst, featuring the show's new leading duo- Altomare and Simpson!

VIDEO: Get A First Look At The German Cast of ANASTASIA Singing 'In A Crowd of Thousands'
by Alan Henry - February 11, 2019


In the video below, watch as Judith Caspari (Anya) Milan van Waardenburg (Dimitri) sing 'In A Crowd Of Thousands' from the upcoming Germany debut of ANASTASIA!

#TBT: Taking a Journey to ANASTASIA's Past!
by Linnae Medeiros - February 7, 2019


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the musical adaptation of the hit animated film, Anastasia will play its final performance on Sunday, March 31, 2019 after two successful years on Broadway. In honor of the show's incredible two-year run, we're living in the land of yesterday and taking a look back at the show's Broadway opening night in April 2017.

BWW Interview: Catching Up With Stephen Brower, One Of the Stars Of ANASTASIA On Tour
by Kathy Strain - January 30, 2019


Stephen Brower made his Broadway debut in the Broadway company of Anastasia. Beginning as a vacation cover, he soon joined the ensemble as a 'Dmitry' understudy and had the opportunity to go on in the role several times. Now he's back out on the road with Anastasia and has stepped into the role of the young con man full-time.

Cody Simpson Extends in ANASTASIA Through April 14
by Stephi Wild - January 29, 2019


The producers of Anastasia have announced that Cody Simpson has extended his engagement in the hit musical for eight additional weeks. Simpson made his Broadway debut as "Dmitry" on November 29, 2018 and will continue to star in the Broadway production through April 14, 2019.

Christy Altomare & Cody Simpson to Perform Post-Show Duet Jan. 17
by Julie Musbach - January 8, 2019


Following the evening performance on Thursday, January 17, ANASTASIA stars Christy Altomare and Cody Simpson will return onstage for a special acoustic performance of the beloved song "Once Upon a December." Simpson will accompany the duet on guitar.

VIDEO: Watch ANASTASIA's Christy Altomare and Cody Simpson Duet on Acoustic 'Once Upon a December'
by Nicole Rosky - December 17, 2018


Earlier this month, Australian recording artist Cody Simpson made his Broadway debut in Anastasia as leading man 'Dmitry.' Below, watch as Simpson duets with Christy Altomare on a never-before-heard acoustic arrangement of "Once Upon a December'!

TV: It's His Petersburg Now! Cody Simpson Talks Stepping In as ANASTASIA's New Dmitry
by Nicole Rosky - December 11, 2018


Earlier this month, Australian recording artist Cody Simpson made his Broadway debut in Anastasia as leading man 'Dmitry.' 

Photo Flash: First Look At Cody Simpson In ANASTASIA On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - December 10, 2018


Australian recording artist Cody Simpson made his Broadway debut in Anastasia last  as leading man 'Dmitry.' See all-new photos of Cody in the production below!

Constantine Germanacos and Penny Fuller Will Join the Company of ANASTASIA
by Stephi Wild - December 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.

Photo Coverage: Cody Simpson Takes His First Bows in ANASTASIA
by Walter McBride - November 30, 2018


Australian recording artist Cody Simpson made his Broadway debut in Anastasia last night, November 29, as leading man 'Dmitry.' BroadwayWorld was there for the big night, and you can check out the photos below!

Photo: First Look at Cody Simpson Debuting as Dmitry in ANASTASIA
by Julie Musbach - November 27, 2018


Check out the first photo of new Anastasia cast member Cody Simpson as "Dmitry." Simpson will make his Broadway debut this Thursday, November 29.

VIDEO: Watch the Music Video For ANASTASIA's Carols For a Cure Track 'It's Just Like Christmas'
by Stephi Wild - November 25, 2018


Anastasia recently recorded the song 'It's Just Like Christmas,' featuring Christy Altomare and Zach Adkins. Altomare wrote the track, which will appear on the 2018 edition of the annual Carols for a Cure album. Watch the music video below!

Max von Essen Will Play Final Performance in ANASTASIA on December 16
by Julie Musbach - November 20, 2018


Max von Essen will play his final performance as "Gleb" in the hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA on December 16, 2018. Max joined the production in December 2017, having taken over for original company member Ramin Karimloo

VIDEO: Christy Altomare and Zach Adkins Perform 'At the Beginning' On Stage at ANASTASIA
by Julie Musbach - November 9, 2018


After Thursday night's performance of ANASTASIA, stars Christy Altomare and Zach Adkins gave a special performance of the beloved song 'At the Beginning' from the 1997 animated film. Check out the video below!

Christy Altomare and Zach Adkins Will Perform 'At The Beginning' Following Thursday's Performance of ANASTASIA
by Stephi Wild - November 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.

Breaking: Recording Artist Cody Simpson Will Make Broadway Debut in ANASTASIA This November!
by Nicole Rosky - October 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.

Photo Flash: Russia Has a New Dowager! First Look at Judy Kaye in ANASTASIA
by Nicole Rosky - October 10, 2018


Two-time Tony Award winner Judy Kaye returned to Broadway to play the 'Dowager Empress' in the hit Broadway musical Anastasia on September 28, 2018. Check out a first look at Kaye in action below!

ANASTASIA Cast Recording to Be Released on Vinyl
by Julie Musbach - October 9, 2018


Broadway Records announces that Anastasia (Original Broadway Cast Recording) will be released on vinyl on December 14, 2018. The special edition vinyl set will be available in the US with a retail exclusive at Barnes & Noble and bn.com. It will also be available via BroadwayRecords.com, and to audience members at the merchandise stands of Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre. The vinyl is now available for pre-order at bn.com and BroadwayRecords.com.

Anastasia History

Other Productions of Anastasia

2016   Regional (US) Hartford Stage World Premiere Production
Regional (US)
2017   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2018   US Tour US Tour
US Tour

Anastasia - 2017 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Christy Altomare
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Terrence McNally
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical Linda Cho
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Mary Beth Peil
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Stephen Flaherty
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Anastasia
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Doug Besterman
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Projection Design Aaron Rhyne
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Peter Hylenski
2017 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Caroline O'Connor
2017 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway of Off-Broadway Musical Anastasia
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Christy Altomare
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Terrence McNally
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design (Play or Musical) Linda Cho
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Darko Tresnjak
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical John Bolton
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Caroline O'Connor
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Mary Beth Peil
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) Donald Holder
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical Anastasia
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Stephen Flaherty
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Doug Besterman
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Projection Design (Play or Musical) Aaron Rhyne
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design (Play or Musical) Alexander Dodge
2017 Theatre World Awards Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance Christy Altomare
2017 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Linda Cho
2017 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Mary Beth Peil

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