Swept Away: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Swept Away tells the story of four survivors from a tragic shipwreck. As their lives become intertwined in the struggle for survival, each is forced to confront the consequences of their past actions. Against the backdrop of the stormy sea, their harrowing journey transforms tragedy into a quest for redemption and forgiveness, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Contemporary (2022)
Cast: Medium (12+ Roles)
Genre: Drama
Format: Jukebox
Setting: 1880s, 1900s / USA (Massachusetts), At Sea
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: The Avett Brothers
Book: John Logan
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (2025)➝
Licensing
Swept Away is not currently available for licensing.
Tags
2020s, Bluegrass, Dark, Dramatic, Folk, Jukebox Musical, Non-Linear, Religion, Tragedy, Two-Word
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Last Reviewed: April 18, 2026