Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812

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

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

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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Josh Groban Makes Broadway Debut in Illuminating 'Great Comet'
9 / 10

"The Great Comet" team has managed something unusual for Broadway, an intimate and affecting musical that can't really be said to have populist appeal. I imagine you'd experience it differently depending on your seat, and possibly every time you might attend. Bravo.

Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 review on Broadway – ‘atmospheric and open-hearted’
8 / 10

The complicated narrative, with overwrought romantic plot, is kept in check by delightfully self-aware humour in the direction. Rousing ensemble numbers and delicate ballads sung by Groban and Benton are Malloy's strongest compositions, but many expository songs drag. Malloy's music often feels more coolly intellectual than gripping.

A New Life: Will Broadway's GREAT COMET Soar Over London's West End? by A.A. Cristi - September 21, 2017

Now that Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 has played its final performance on Broadway, plans for other productions could be in the works for the gleaming musical spectacle.

BWW Retrospective: And What About Pierre? Looking Back at GREAT COMET's Four Pierres by Kerry Breen - September 3, 2017

Four actors have taken to the Imperial Theater's stage as the titular Pierre Bezukhov during the Broadway run of NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 - read on for a comparison of their performances!

Happy Trails: THE GREAT COMET Shines Last Light on Broadway Today by Stephi Wild - September 3, 2017

Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 closes today, September 3. The twelve-time Tony nominated new musical concludes its run just weeks after the controversy of replacing Okieriete Onaodowan with Mandy Patinkin - who withdrew from the production following public outcry.

GREAT COMET Announces Sale of Final Rush Tickets by Julie Musbach - September 2, 2017

Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 will play its final performance tomorrow, Sunday September 3. The show has announced via Twitter that all rush tickets for the final performance have been sold.

Photo Coverage: THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Performs at Broadway at W by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - August 28, 2017

Cast members from the Broadway musical Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 celebrated their Broadway run with an encore performance at Broadway at W New York on Sunday, August 27th at 7:30 pm. Great Comet creator Dave Malloy joined the cast in celebrating their Tony Award nominated production. BroadwayWorld was there and brings you photos from the evening below!

THE GREAT COMET Cast Return to Broadway At W This Sunday by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2017

Cast members from the Broadway musical Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 will celebrate their Broadway run with an encore performance at Broadway at W New York on Sunday, August 27th at 7:30 pm. Great Comet creator Dave Malloy will join the cast in celebrating their Tony Award nominated production.

Oak Onaodowan Dedicates His Final GREAT COMET Performance to Charlottesville Victim by Julie Musbach - August 13, 2017

Okieriete 'Oak' Onaodowan plays his final performance as Pierre in Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 today, and in light of the tragic events taking place in Charlottesville, Virginia, he has dedicated his final performance to Heather Heyer who was killed when a car drove through the crowd.

Breaking: THE GREAT COMET Announces September Broadway Closing; Final Performers for Role of 'Pierre' by Nicole Rosky - August 8, 2017

This just in - NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 will play its final performance on Broadway Sunday, September 3rd at the Imperial Theatre.

What About the Swings? Celia Mei Rubin Reveals Her Main Challenge as Assistant Dance Captain for THE GREAT COMET by Danielle Ashley - August 3, 2017

In the latest episode of BroadwayWorld's DANCE CAPTAIN DANCE ATTACK, Broadway buddy Ben Cameron got a glimpse into the life of THE GREAT COMET's dance captain Celia Mei Rubin! As dance captain, one of Rubin's responsibilities is to handle split tracks and cut shows.

Sunday Update: THE GREAT COMET's Azudi Onyejekwe Addresses Casting Controversy by Robert Diamond - July 30, 2017

On social media, cast member Azudi Onyejekwe has weighed in with his take on the situation and it's a must-read. 

Mandy Patinkin Withdraws From Broadway's GREAT COMET Following Casting Controversy by Alan Henry - July 28, 2017

As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, Tony and Emmy Award winner Mandy Patinkin will make his long-awaited return to Broadway in NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, starring as 'Pierre' from August 15 - September 3 only. Okieriete 'Oak' Onaodowan, currently playing the role, will play his final performance as 'Pierre' on August 13.

Dave Malloy Reveals GREAT COMET Was 'On Brink of Closing' and Apologizes for 'Racial Optics' by Alan Henry - July 28, 2017

As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, Tony and Emmy Award winner Mandy Patinkin will make his long-awaited return to Broadway in NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, starring as 'Pierre' from August 15 - September 3 only. Okieriete 'Oak' Onaodowan, currently playing the role, will play his final performance as 'Pierre' on August 13.

Okieriete 'Oak' Onaodowan Opens Up About GREAT COMET Exit - 'I Will Not Be Returning' by Nicole Rosky - July 28, 2017

As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, Tony and Emmy Award winner Mandy Patinkin will make his long-awaited return to Broadway in NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, starring as 'Pierre' from August 15 - September 3 only. Okieriete 'Oak' Onaodowan, currently playing the role, will play his final performance as 'Pierre' on August 13.

VIDEO: Mandy Patinkin Reveals What Lured Him Back to Broadway by Caryn Robbins - July 27, 2017

Actor Mandy Patinkin is taking over the role of Pierre in the critically acclaimed Broadway musical NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812. The actor stopped by this morning's TODAY to share that he felt the show was “so infectious” he had to be part of it.

What About Oak? GREAT COMET Producer Explains Okieriete Onaodowan's Exit by Nicole Rosky - July 26, 2017

So what happened to Oak? Producer Howard Kagan explains: 'This continues our show's remarkable history of having great actors and singers see the show as audience members, only to tell us they are inspired to join the cast! Whenever possible we will accommodate them as we did here with Mandy and his Homeland TV schedule. Oak, who was scheduled to appear as Pierre for this period graciously agreed to make room for Mandy, and we sincerely hope that Oak will return to us in the fall or winter. He is a terrific Pierre.'

BWW Flashback: We're Thinkin' Patinkin- The Best of THE GREAT COMET's New Star! by Nicole Rosky - July 26, 2017

We've got Mandy on the brain. As BroadwayWorld reported earlier today, Tony and Emmy Award winner Mandy Patinkin will make his long-awaited return to Broadway in NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, starring as 'Pierre' from August 15 - September 3 only.

Mandy Patinkin to Return to Broadway as 'Pierre' in THE GREAT COMET by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2017

Tony and Emmy Award winner Mandy Patinkin will make his long-awaited return to Broadway in NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, starring as 'Pierre' from August 15 - September 3 only.

Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2013 and Broadway which opened in 2016.
Best Book of a Musical for Dave Malloy, Best Choreography for Sam Pinkleton, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Paloma Young, Best Direction of a Musical for Rachel Chavkin, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Bradley King, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Bradley King, Best Orchestrations for Dave MalloyBest Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Dave Malloy and Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Mimi Lien.
Best Book of a Musical for Dave Malloy and Best Choreography for Sam Pinkleton Best Costume Design of a Musical for Paloma Young Best Direction of a Musical for Rachel Chavkin Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Bradley King Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Bradley King Best Orchestrations for Dave Malloy Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Dave Malloy Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Mimi Lien.
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Rachel Chavkin, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bradley King, Outstanding Set Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Mimi Lien, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Nicholas Pope, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Denee Benton, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Josh Groban, Outstanding Production of a Broadway of Off-Broadway Musical (Drama League Awards) for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Bradley King, Outstanding Set Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mimi Lien, Outstanding Sound Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nicholas Pope, Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Denée Benton, Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Amber GrayOutstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Josh Groban and Special Theatre World Honoree (Theatre World Awards) for Dave Malloy.
Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Rachel Chavkin, Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bradley King, Outstanding Set Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Mimi Lien, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Nicholas Pope, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Denee Benton, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Josh Groban, Outstanding Production of a Broadway of Off-Broadway Musical (Drama League Awards) for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Bradley King Outstanding Set Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mimi Lien and Outstanding Sound Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nicholas Pope Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Denée Benton Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Amber Gray Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Josh Groban Special Theatre World Honoree (Theatre World Awards) for Dave Malloy.

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