'Swept Away' to close on Broadway
The survival adventure musical, featuring folk rock songs by The Avett Brothers, will play its final performance at the Longacre Theatre later this month.
UPDATE: Swept Away on Broadway has announced a two-week extension and will now close on December 29.
The voyage is coming to an end. Swept Away will play its final Broadway performance at the Longacre Theatre on December 15.
Swept Away follows four men's quest for survival after their whaling ship wrecks, forcing them to confront just how far they'll go to stay alive. The show has an original script by Tony Award winner John Logan, inspired by the 2004 concept album Mignonette by The Avett Brothers. It also features additional music from the folk rock band's catalog.
Before coming to Broadway, Swept Away played at Berkeley Rep in California and Arena Stage in Washington, D.C. The same main cast has led all three productions: Tony winner John Gallagher Jr. as Mate, Tony nominee Stark Sands as Big Brother, Adrian Blake Enscoe as Little Brother, and Wayne Duvall as Captain.
"The Avetts' musical style — rich with banjos, acoustic guitars, and harmonies — is akin to the rhythmic energy of a toe-tapping sea shanty," New York Theatre Guide's Swept Away review reads. "Their songs' themes of brotherhood, faith, and redemption align with the camaraderie and high hopes of sailors at sea."
At the time of closing, Swept Away will have played 52 Broadway performances.
“We are deeply proud of this beautiful production and the years of work that it took to get to Broadway," the Swept Away producers said in a joint statement. "We will forever be indebted to our fantastic creative team, our loyal actors and all of our co-producers and in turn their investors, for believing in this production and taking a risk on new work.”
Learn more about Swept Away on Broadway.
Photo credit: Swept Away on Broadway. (Photo by Emilio Madrid)
Frequently asked questions
Where is Swept Away on Broadway located?
Longacre Theatre. The address is New York, NY, USA, 10036.
How long is Swept Away on Broadway?
1hr 30min. No intermission.
What is Swept Away on Broadway about?
See Swept Away, the musical created by the Avett Brothers. Catch Swept Away in New York to experience a seafaring odyssey of “mythic proportions” (San Francisco Chronicle).
How do you book tickets for Swept Away on Broadway?
Book tickets for Swept Away on Broadway on New York Theatre Guide.
What's the age requirement for Swept Away on Broadway?
The recommended age for Swept Away on Broadway is Ages 12+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theater..
What are the songs in Swept Away?
While the official song list has not been announced, several fan-favorite Avett Brothers’ tunes will be included in the show that features a soft-rock, folksy score.
Who wrote Swept Away?
The Avett Brothers, Grammy nominees, wrote the music and lyrics and Oscar nominee and Broadway vet John Logan contributes the libretto.
Who directed Swept Away?
Tony Award winner Michael Mayer, known for his work on rock-infused shows, directs this new musical about a legendary shipwreck.
Is Swept Away appropriate for kids?
An age recommendation has yet to be finalized, but all Broadway audiences regardless of show must be four and over.
Is Swept Away good?
Playing two sold-out, out-of-town tryouts, Swept Away garnered critical acclaim: The Washington Post called the musical a “spellbinding tale” and the San Francisco Chronicle said it’s a story of “mythic proportions.”
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