Dear BeyondTheNest readers:

From the Tony Award-nominated team behind Ragtime comes Anastasia, a spectacular musical inspired by the beloved 1997 film.

On stage now through June 28 at Geva Theatre, this dazzling production transports audiences from post-revolutionary Russia to the opulence of Paris in the 1920s. Featuring unforgettable songs like “Journey to the Past” and “Once Upon a December,” Anastasia is a breathtaking adventure filled with romance, mystery, and heart.

The plot:

Anya has no memory of her past — only a hope that somewhere, a home and family are waiting for her. With the help of a charming conman named Dmitry and the lovable ex-aristocrat Vlad, she embarks on an unforgettable journey to uncover the truth: Could she really be the lost Grand Duchess Anastasia?

What audiences are Saying:

“That was so good! From the script to the orchestra! Triumphant!”

“Anastasia’s voice was just magnificent!”

“I have no words...breathtaking”

“Wow! What a refreshing production, the set, the costumes, and the vocals, I left Geva Theatre inspired!”

"Songs like “Once Upon a December” and “Journey to the Past” are performed so beautifully and with such skill that they embed themselves deeply into your brain as if they’ve always belonged there." - City Magazine 

Preparing for the show:

I saw Anastasia with my 25-year-old daughter Ella last weekend, and it is gorgeous: beautifully acted, deeply moving, and so musically memorable that I’m still humming “Once Upon a December” a week later. But if, like Ella, you know and love the animated movie, it helps to arrive with a little orientation. The stage version keeps the romance, mystery, and sweep, but trades green magic and talking bats for deeper history and bigger emotions. So I wrote a quick guide to help movie fans—young and grown—step into Geva’s dazzling production ready to meet it on its own terms.

Watch the video for a preview of your experience:

Anastasia is onstage at Geva through June 28th. The show’s run time is approximately 2 hours, including a 15-minute intermission; it is recommended for audiences ages 10 and older. Don’t miss your chance to see this musical journey to home, love, and family!

Get tickets now by calling (585) 232-4382 or by purchasing online at GevaTheatre.org.

Enjoy!

Debra Ross
Publisher, BeyondTheNest.com and KidsOutAndAbout.com

*Photos by Ron Heerkens Jr of Goat Factory Media

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