Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 2016 - Articles Page 3.4

Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 12+
Opened: November 14, 2016
Closing: September 03, 2017

Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 - 2016 - Broadway History , Info & More

Imperial Theatre (Broadway)
249 West 45th St. New York, NY

Inspired by a 70-page slice of War and Peace, this "vibrant, thrillingly imagined new musical" (The New York Times) is "stunning and blazingly original" (Entertainment Weekly) and brings us just inches from Tolstoy's brash young lovers as they light up Moscow in a "heaven-sent fireball" (The New York Times) of romance and passion.



NATASHA IS YOUNG, ANATOLE IS HOT, AND ANDREY ISN'T HERE... BUT WHAT ABOUT PIERRE? Natasha is a beautiful ingenue visiting Moscow while she waits for her beloved fiance Andrey to return from the war. In a moment of indiscretion, she is seduced by the dashing (but already married) Anatole and her position in society is ruined. Her only hope lies with Pierre (Groban), the lonely outsider whose love and compassion for Natasha may be the key to her redemption... and to the renewal of his own soul.



"One of the decade's best musicals" (Time Out New York), THE GREAT COMET has "rousing music and ravishing performances" (Daily News) with a groundbreaking score that mixes rock, pop, soul, folk and electronic dance music with classic Broadway. THE GREAT COMET arrives fresh off its sold-out run in Boston and its critically acclaimed Off-Broadway premiere. Its renowned creative team has reimagined the Imperial Theatre as an opulent Russian salon, where every seat provides a unique perspective and an unforgettable experience which is "thrilling, a feast for the senses" (Associated Press) and "inventive, ravishing and full-on romantic" (New York Post).

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Tony Awards Close-Up: The Great Storyteller of 2017, Rachel Chavkin, Explains How She Told the Tale of GREAT COMET
by Nicole Rosky - June 5, 2017


It takes a village to recreate the giant world of War and Peace in a supper club-style Broadway theatre. Chief of that village is Rachel Chavkin, who earned her first Tony nomination for Best Direction for her ingenious work on Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812. Below, watch as she explains why the show's long journey to the Imperial has been so rewarding. 

Dave Malloy Adds Additional Annotations for THE GREAT COMET Cast Recording
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2017


Composer Dave Malloy announced via Twitter today that he has added more annotations over on Genius for THE GREAT COMET Original Broadway Cast Recording. Check out the tweet below and see the changes on genius.com!

Andrey Wasn't There But Katie Couric Was, See Her Visit to GREAT COMET
by Julie Musbach - May 27, 2017


Renowned journalist Katie Couric stopped by Pierre's Russian salon this week when she saw Broadway's NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812. It seems she enjoyed shaking her egg, as she called it one of the most original and energetic shows she had ever seen. Check out her photo with the cast below!

THE GREAT COMET Wants You! The Season's Most Nominated Show Seeks Ensemble for Epic Tony Performance!
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2017


The season's most Tony-nominated show, Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 is gearing up for Tony's night. In order to re-create the immersive vibe of this slice of Tolstoy for Radio City Music Hall, the production is currently seeking performers to fill out their ensemble for Tony's night.

VIDEO: Which Musicals Inspired GREAT COMET? Stars Sing Dave Malloy's Favorites!
by Nicole Rosky - May 25, 2017


In a recent concert for SiriusXM, NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 creator Dave Malloy revealed the inspiration for the songs and characters of his twelve-time Tony-nominated musical. Below, check out a few of the performances from his cast, singing from musicals like The Music Man, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, and more!

BWW Interview: Show-Stopper Grace McLean Talks GREAT COMET, The Necessity of Art and the Importance of Being Weird
by Matthew Blank - May 19, 2017


We talk to Grace McLean, who dazzles audiences nightly in her show-stopping turn as Marya in NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812.

BWW Album Review: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 (Original Broadway Cast Recording) is Multifaceted and Riveting
by David Clarke - May 19, 2017


Inspired by a 70-page sliver of the sprawling 1215-page tome War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy, Dave Malloy's NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 is an all-encompassing feat of musical theater. Now, Reprise Records has released the sterling and elaborate NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 (Original Broadway Cast Recording).

THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Original Cast Recording Out 5/19; Pre-Order Now
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2017


The new Broadway musical NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 and Reprise Records will release an original Broadway cast recording, featuring Josh Groban as 'Pierre' and Denee Benton as 'Natasha', May 19, 2017.

'GREAT COMET' to Trail Across Broadway Into Winter 2018; New Block of Tickets Released!
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2017


NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, nominated for 12 Tony Awards including Best Musical, announced today that a new block of tickets is now on sale through January 8, 2018.

FIRST LISTEN: Complete Cast Recording of NATAHSA, PIERRE AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812
by Caryn Robbins - May 17, 2017


Vulture has today shared a first listen to the two-disc cast recording of Broadway's NATAHSA, PIERRE AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, starring Tony nominees Josh Groban and Denee Benton.

Tony Awards Close-Up: Mimi Lien Explains the Her Ever-Changing GREAT COMET Designs!
by Nicole Rosky - May 26, 2017


The brilliant Mimi Lien earned one of Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812's twelve Tony nominations, for her scenic design. Below, watch as she chats about transforming the Imperial Theatre, in additional to the show's other stops on the road to Broadway!

Tony Awards Close-Up: What About Pierre? Josh Groban Explains His Love for the Weird & Wonderful GREAT COMET!
by Nicole Rosky - May 27, 2017


In 2016 he made his Broadway debut. In 2017 he became a Tony nominee! Recording artist Josh Groban is now a bonafide stage star, with a nomination for his performance in Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812- the most Tony-nominated show of the season. Below, watch as he chats about his supportive Broadway family and why he couldn't be happier for his weird and wonderful show. 

TV Exclusive: Follow THE GREAT COMET Into the Recording Studio with Tony Nominee Lucas Steele!
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2017


BroadwayWorld is giving you and exclusive peek inside the cast recording sessions with the hosts of the podcast Jim & Tomic. Below, watch as they chat with Tony nominee Lucas Steele, who plays Anatole.

VIDEO: GREAT COMET Welcomes Arts Students for Q&A with the Cast
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2017


In March, 75 students from Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts attended The Great Comet and had a chance to connect with cast members following the show. Shortly after, cast members visited the school to encourage the students to follow their own comet! #CometGiving

Support Arts Education for a Chance to Go Backstage with Josh Groban at 'GREAT COMET'
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2017


Josh Groban is teaming with Prizeo in his final weeks on Broadway to benefit his arts education organization, the Find Your Light Foundation.

Photo: GREAT COMET's Lucas Steele Enjoys Visit from High School Chorus Teacher & Students
by Caryn Robbins - May 11, 2017


Last week, Lucas Steele's Wyalusing, PA high school chorus teacher, Carol Madill brought over 100 students from the school's current chorus to see him perform in the hit Broadway musical NATASHA PIERRE AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812.

NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812's Mimi Lien Wins 2017 Tony Award for Best Scenic Design of a Musical
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2017


Mimi Lien has won the 2017 Tony Award for Best Scenic Design of a Musical for NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812.

NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812's Bradley King Wins 2017 Tony Award for Best Lighting Design of a Musical
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2017


Bradley King has won the 2017 Tony Award for Best Lighting Design of a Musical for NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812.

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