Get ready, Melbourne – the dazzling Broadway musical Anastasia is making its long-awaited Australian debut at the Regent Theatre this December. Inspired by the beloved 1997 animated film and the enduring legend of Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov, this lavish production brings to life a sweeping story of courage, love and self-discovery.
From the twilight of Imperial Russia to the glamour of 1920s Paris, Anastasia will whisk audiences away on a breathtaking adventure. With opulent sets, stunning costumes and an unforgettable score by Tony Award-winning team Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty, Lynn Ahrens and Darko Tresnja, it promises to be a spectacular experience for the whole family.
Leading the cast is Georgina Hopson as Anya, joined by Robert Tripolino as Dmitry, Joshua Robson as Gleb, Rodney Dobson as Vlad, Rhonda Burchmore as Countess Lily, and Australian theatre royalty Nancye Hayes AM as the Dowager Empress. Sharing the role of Little Anastasia are Melbourne’s own young stars Bibiana Brudan, Eleanor Flynn, Alyssa Fooks and Lillian Kinter – each just ten years young.
Directed by Tony Award winner Darko Tresnjak and produced by John Frost for Crossroads Live and Opera Australia, Anastasia promises to be an enchanting evening.
Anastasia is running from December 20 to February 20, 2026. Find out more and book your tickets here.
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