Swept Away Will Be Licensed by Theatrical Rights Worldwide
The work follows four survivors of an 1888 shipwreck off the coast of New Bedford, Massachusetts. As they struggle to stay alive, they must question whether or not they can live with the consequences of their actions, and discover how tragedy can lead to forgiveness.
Swept Away Broadway Cast Album Releases Digitally February 7
The ensemble includes Josh Breckenridge, Hunter Brown, Matt DeAngelis, Cameron Johnson, Brandon Kalm, Rico LeBron, Michael J. Mainwaring, Orville Mendoza, Chase Peacock, Tyrone L. Robinson, David Rowen, and John Sygar. Swings John Michael Finley and Robert Pendilla round out the company.
This Visionary Entertainment Company Is Devoted To Sharing Stories From Voices That Are Not Often Heard
One of the great forces behind Swept Away are lead producers Madison Wells Live. Founded by producer Gigi Pritzker as the theatrical arm of her entertainment company, Madison Wells, Madison Wells Live is devoted to nurturing storytellers who push boundaries.
'Swept Away' Review: Lost at Sea, How Far Would You Sink?
A dark musical about a shipwreck and its aftermath, with songs by the Avett Brothers, anchors on Broadway.
Avett Brothers musical 'Swept Away' makes for a spellbinding tale
The Arena Stage show about a 19th-century shipwreck ultimately proves itself worthy of a Broadway voyage.
Go Inside Opening Night of The Avett Brothers Musical SWEPT AWAY at Arena Stage
The Arena Stage production of John Logan and The Avett Brothers’ electrifying new musical—directed by Michael Mayer in arrangement with producers Matthew Masten, Sean Hudock, and Madison Wells Live.
Interview: Chris Miller and Brian Usifer On Orchestrating The Avett Brothers For The Stage
Swept Away presents a bit of a challenge for its music department because Chris and Brian needed to transcribe the songs from the Avett Brothers’ recording first before being able to make them sound theatrical.
An Avett Brothers musical is testing the waters. Next stop: Broadway?
The brothers' folk-rock songbook is featured in "Swept Away," an Arena Stage production telling the story of a 19th-century shipwreck.
Avett Brothers Musical Swept Away Unveils Key Art From Rock Poster Artist Ken Taylor
New key art has been revealed for the Avett Brothers musical Swept Away, set to play Arena Stage in Washington, D.C..
See Who's Starring in Avett Brothers Musical Swept Away at Arena Stage
The complete cast and creative team has been revealed for Swept Away at Arena Stage, featuring music and lyrics by Grammy-nominated folk-rock band The Avett Brothers.
The stakes are high this fall as theaters seek to lure audiences back
More than ever, it seems, entertainment consumers are looking for a sure thing. They want a live experience that absolutely, positively will justify the time and effort…
Broadway-Aimed Avett Brothers Musical ‘Swept Away’ Sets Washington D.C. Cast: John Gallagher, Jr., Stark Sands, Others Reprise Roles
Swept Away, the Broadway-aimed musical with music and lyrics by roots rock band The Avett Brothers, has announced principal cast for its fall-winter 2023 production at Arena Stage in Washington, D.C..
SWEPT AWAY, UNKNOWN SOLDIER, POTUS & More Set for Arena Stage
The season will kick off in July with the North American tour of New York’s Signature Theatre’s production of Lauren Yee’s Cambodian Rock Band.