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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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The Rumor Is True! ANASTASIA Will Open in UK, Germany, Russia, Japan & More; US Tour Plans Underway!
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2017


The producers of the new musical, ANASTASIA, are pleased to announce plans for international productions of the hit musical across Europe, Asia, United Kingdom, Australia and South America. The list of international markets with plans underway for ANASTASIA include Germany, Holland Spain, Russia, Korea, Japan, Mexico, China and more to be announced. Plans for a North American tour are also underway. A confirmed production timeline will be announced soon.

VIDEO: ANCESTRY Teams with ANASTASIA Cast, Finds Russian DNA Connections
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2017


The new Broadway musical Anastasia has teamed with the global leader in family history and consumer genomics: ANCESTRY. Every night, the title character in the new Broadway musical Anastasia, goes on a journey to discover her past and connect to the family and history she once had. For the launch of the collaboration, Anastasia & ANCESTRY completed AncestryDNA and family research history on the musical's authors, leading actors and producers. Watch the video below for a sneak peek at the results!

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Go Inside the ANASTASIA Gypsy Robe Ceremony
by Walter McBride - April 28, 2017


What started as a 1997 animated movie with music by composers Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens is now a full-blown Broadway musical that's been twenty years in the making. Earlier this week, Anastasia opened at the Broadhurst Theatre and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the sacred Gypsy Robe ceremony. Check out photos with recipient Shina Ann Morris below!

VIDEO: ANASTASIA Star Christy Altomare Performs 'Journey to the Past' on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - April 26, 2017


Christy Altomare, the star of the new Broadway musical ANASTASIA, stopped by NBC's 'Today' as part of the morning show's 'Best of Broadway Week.' Below, watch her dazzling performance of 'Journey to the Past.' 

TV: Once Upon an April... ANASTASIA Opened on Broadway!
by TV - Opening Night Special - April 25, 2017


What started as a 1997 animated movie with music by composers Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens is now a full-blown Broadway musical that's been twenty years in the making. Last night, Anastasia opened at the Broadhurst Theatre, and after the curtain came down, the company celebrated at the Marriott Marquis. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special night and we're taking you inside the after party below!

Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for ANASTASIA
by Walter McBride - April 25, 2017


The stage adaption of the animated classic, ANASTASIA opened on Broadway just last night at the Broadhurst Theatre. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and we're taking you to the red carpet below!

Photo Coverage: From St. Petersburg to Paris to New York City- ANASTASIA Arrives on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - April 25, 2017


What started as a 1997 animated movie with music by composers Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens is now a full-blown Broadway musical that's been twenty years in the making. Last night, Anastasia opened at the Broadhurst Theatre, and after the curtain came down, the company celebrated at the Marriott Marquis. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the special night and we're taking you inside the after party below!

Photo Coverage: ANASTASIA Gets a Royal Welcome on Broadway- Inside the Opening Night Bows!
by Walter McBride - April 25, 2017


The hotly anticipated stage adaption of the animated classic, ANASTASIA opened on Broadway just last night at the Broadhurst Theatre. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and we're taking you inside the curtain call below!

BWW Review: ANASTASIA Brings Romantic Golden Age Style Back To Broadway
by Michael Dale - April 25, 2017


No, that's not some forgotten Golden Age musical floating effervescently across the Broadhurst stage, but ANASTASIA sure has the old-fashioned romantic feel of one. The story of a young woman who may or may not be the presumed dead Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia has been told in many forms before - even as a short-lived 1965 Broadway musical called ANYA - but this new stage adaptation by Terrence McNally (book), Stephen Flaherty (music) and Lynn Ahrens (lyrics) is surely a welcome variation.

And Bring Me Home At Last! See the Cast of ANASTASIA Take Opening Night Bows
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2017


The hotly anticipated stage adaption of the animated classic, ANASTASIA opens on Broadway tonight. See the cast take their opening night bows in a video filmed live from the Broadhurst Theatre below!

Red Carpet Roundup: BWW Hits the Festivities at Opening Night of ANASTASIA on Broadway
by TV - Red Carpets - April 24, 2017


From the Tony Award-winning creators of the Broadway musical RAGTIME, the dazzling new musical ANASTASIA transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920's, 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 con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Review Roundup: Have You Heard? ANASTASIA Opens on Broadway Tonight!
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2017


From the Tony Award-winning creators of the Broadway musical RAGTIME, the dazzling new musical ANASTASIA transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920's, 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 con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

TV: ANASTASIA Journeys to Broadway- Watch Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - April 24, 2017


The new musical, ANASTASIA, opens tonight on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street), produced by Stage Entertainment, Bill Taylor (Sister Act, Rocky), Tom Kirdahy (It's Only A Play, The Visit) and Hunter Arnold (Kinky Boots, Spring Awakening). The company is led by Christy Altomare, Derek Klena, John Bolton, Ramin Karimloo, Caroline O'Connor and Mary Beth Peil.

ANASTASIA to Audio Livestream 'In a Crowd of Thousands' During Tonight's Opening Performance
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2017


The new musical, ANASTASIA, opens tonight on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street), produced by Stage Entertainment, Bill Taylor (Sister Act, Rocky), Tom Kirdahy (It's Only A Play, The Visit) and Hunter Arnold (Kinky Boots, Spring Awakening). The company is led by Christy Altomare, Derek Klena, John Bolton, Ramin Karimloo, Caroline O'Connor and Mary Beth Peil.

In a Crowd of Thousands! Meet the Full Company of ANASTASIA, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast - April 24, 2017


The new musical, ANASTASIA, dances into Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) tonight, April 24, 2017, produced by Stage Entertainment, Bill Taylor (Sister Act, Rocky), Tom Kirdahy (It's Only A Play, The Visit) and Hunter Arnold (Kinky Boots, Spring Awakening). The company is led by Christy Altomare, Derek Klena, John Bolton, Ramin Karimloo, Caroline O'Connor and Mary Beth Peil. Scroll down to get to know the company before they take their opening bows!

Photo Flash: First Look - Christy Altomare, Derek Klena and More Bring the Romanovs to Broadway in ANASTASIA!
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2017


The new musical, ANASTASIA, will open on Broadway on April 24, 2017 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street), produced by Stage Entertainment, Bill Taylor (Sister Act, Rocky), Tom Kirdahy (It's Only A Play, The Visit) and Hunter Arnold (Kinky Boots, Spring Awakening). The company is led by Christy Altomare, Derek Klena, John Bolton, Ramin Karimloo, Caroline O'Connor and Mary Beth Peil. BroadwayWorld has a first look at their 'journey to the past' onstage below!

VIDEO: On This Day, April 13: Happy Birthday, Liz Callaway!
by A.A. Cristi - April 13, 2017


Broadway's Liz Callaway recently hit Chicago for a concert series focused around her album 'The Essential Liz Callaway.' Prior to her performances, she made a stop at Chicago Tonight  where she chatted about her career, family, and things she learned along the way. Then she treated audiences with a performance of ANASTASIA's 'Journey to the Past.' Check out the original voice of the animated Anastasia perform the number below!

Photo Flash: Journey to St. Petersburg with a First Look at ANASTASIA on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - April 10, 2017


ANASTASIA began previews on March 23 and will open on Broadway on April 24 at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street). The company is led by Christy Altomare, Derek Klena, John Bolton, Ramin Karimloo, Caroline O'Connor, and Mary Beth Peil.

BWW Interview: Choreographer Peggy Hickey on Designing the Dances for Broadway's ANASTASIA
by Bob Rizzo - April 5, 2017


ANASTASIA choreographer Peggy Hickey talks all things dance on her journey with the romantic and adventure-filled new musical......

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

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
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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