Anastasia
​Book by Terrence McNally
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
July 18-27, 2025
Bean-Brown Theatre

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Based on the 1997 animated film of the same name, Anastasia premiered on Broadway in 2016. From the same writing team that crafted Ragtime, this magical show transports audiences from the twilight of the Russian Empire and the end of the Romanov dynasty, to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s. Anya, a brave young woman with amnesia, sets out to solve 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 discover whether she might truly be the Grand Duchess Anastasia.

Performances & Tickets
​Tickets for this production go on sale on to the general public on Wed., June 18. Star Level Donors ($100) and above to our Annual Giving Campaign may purchase starting Thurs., June 12.​​
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​Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. - Pay-What-You-Can Preview
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Friday, July 18, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. - Opening Night
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Saturday, July 19, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.
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Sunday, July 20, 2025 - 2:00 p.m.
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Wednesday, July 23,2025 - 2:00 p.m.
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Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.
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Friday, July 25, 2025 - 7:30 p.m.
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Saturday, July 26, 2025 - 2:00 p.m.
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Sunday, July 27, 2025 - 2:00 p.m.​

Characters/Roles
Auditions:
Mon. & Tues., May 19 & 20, 6pm-10pm; Callbacks Wed., May 21, 6pm-10pm
Wilson Carr Rehearsal Hall
Click here to read our auditioning tips.
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​​Anya/Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanov - Range: G3-F5, Belt to D5. Disney-esque Soprano or Mezzo Playing age: 26 Anya is brave, fiery, witty, and above all determined. With no memory of her life before age 17 and having lived through the horrors of the Russian Revolution, Anya jumps at the sound of gunshots and is distrustful of strangers, but there is steel hiding just beneath the surface.
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Dmitry Sudayev - Range: A2-G4. “Baritenor” Playing age: 28 Dmitry is a scoundrel with a heart of gold. A street rat who grew into a conman, all he does is to get out of poverty, and he is not above lying, cheating, and stealing to do so–that is until he meets Anya.
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Vladimir “Vlad” Popov - Range: A2-F4. Playing age: Mid 40s-Early 50s (No age really specified) Comic Baritone Vlad is Dmitry’s partner in crime (literally) and surrogate father. Before the revolution he scammed his way through society pretending to be a count. Vlad is dramatic, crafty, and a big softie at heart, but calculating when he needs to be.
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Deputy Commissioner Gleb Vaganov - Range: A2-Gb4. Baritone with a strong upper extension. Playing age: Mid 30s Gleb is the villain of the show, though not a bad person. He fully believes in the Communist ideals he follows.
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Countess Lily Malevsky-Malevitch - Range: G3-C5 (Briefly sings a B5 at the end of "Land of Yesterday," but the rest of the role is very Mezzo) Jazzy Mezzo with an upper extension. Playing age: 40ish Lily is the lady in waiting to the Dowager Empress. She has been by the Dowager’s side since before the revolution. Lily is clever, dutiful, and above all fun.
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Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna Romanov - Range: F3-Bb4. A regal Mezzo Playing age: 80 She is icy, proud, and regal (not to mention intimidating) to all but her family. She does, though, have a very sharp wit. She is especially warm with Anastasia.
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Young Anastasia - (Doubles in Ensemble) - Range: C4-C5, a sweet child soprano Playing age: ~5. She is the willful, brave, proud, and precocious youngest daughter of the Tsar. She has a special bond with her grandmother (whom she calls Nana).
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Tsarina Alexandra – (Doubles in Ensemble) – playing age 40’s. She is wealthy, lavish, beautiful, and motherly. She is Anastasia’s mother.
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Tsar Nicholas II Romanov – (Doubles in Ensemble) playing age late 40’s/early 50’s. He is the Tsar of Russia. He loves his family to a fault. He adores Anastasia.
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Alexei Romanov - (Doubles in Ensemble) Chorus singing, Playing Age 12-13. He is the younger brother of Anastasia and suffers from hemophilia. Does some dancing before his character faints.
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Romanov Sisters – Olga (playing age 21) Tatiana (playing age 20), Maria (playing age 19) Teen Anastasia (playing age 16) requires strong ballet ability.
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One of these roles will double as the ballerina in the “Swan Lake” portion. Must
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Dance - en pointe.
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Cadets -(doubles in Ensemble, too) Playing age 20-30’s. Requires strong ballet ability. These characters dance with the Romanov Sisters in the opening sequence.
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One male will be in the “Swan Lake” portion.
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Ensemble – varying ages. Need all vocal parts male and female. plays Townsfolk, Royal Servants, Bolshevik Officers and Soldiers, Parisians, Reporters, and Aristocrats.

Production Credits
Director - Tina Turley
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Musical Director - Leslie Poss
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Choreographer - Lindsay Sockler Troha
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Stage Manager - Ashlyn Lambert
Scenic Design - Jameson Sanford
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Lighting Design - Therrin Eber
Costume Design - Jeanette Waterman
Sound Design - TBA
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the running time of the production?
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​Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes
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Will there be an intermission?
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​Yes, there will be one 15-minute intermission.
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Should I bring the kids?
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This show is appropriate for all ages.
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What themes are explored in the play?
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​Identity, the Romanov family and the Russian revolution, family, adventure, truth
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Does the play’s text contain offensive language?
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​No.
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Does the play contain violence?
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Yes, there are choreographed fight scenes and simulated gun shots.​
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Does the​ play contain the use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs?
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​Yes, there is a scene in a bar in Paris.​
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Does the play contain nudity or other adult situations?
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​No.
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