Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812

Mimi Lien’s stunning set design transforms the Imperial Theatre into an ornate Russian nightclub for Dave Malloy’s brilliantly unconventional musical, which breathes modern life into a section of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace. Director Rachel Chavkin and her excellent ensemble cast keep the show spectacular yet personal. It’s a wonderful, soul-stirring escape. Malloy returns to the role of Pierre for the show's final weeks, starting August 22. Read the full review.