Anastasia: Musical Information & Synopsis

Synopsis

Anastasia follows the journey of Anya, a young woman who embarks on a quest to uncover her past and true identity. With a bit of assistance, Anya sets out to prove that she is the long-lost Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov, the sole surviving member of the Russian royal family. Anastasia weaves together themes of love, identity, and the inspiring power of hope.

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Musical Information

Musical Type: Contemporary (2016)

Cast Size: 21

Genre: Comedy / Drama / Romance

Setting: 1900s, 1910s, 1920s / France (Paris), Russia

Creative Team

Music: Stephen Flaherty

Lyrics: Lynn Ahrens

Book: Terrence McNally

Based On: Anastasia➝ (1997 film)

Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast (2017)➝

Licensing

Anastasia is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

UK Licensing Options

USA/Canada Licensing Options

Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip

Sheet Music: Amazon➝

Tags

2010s, Based on a Movie, Child Role, Comedic, Dramatic, Family, Family-Friendly, Female Lead, Memories, One-Word, Popular, Rags to Riches, Romantic, Royalty, Teen Roles

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Last Reviewed: March 4, 2026