Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812 — Darlinghurst Theatre Company

Overview

The Australian premiere of a Tony-winning musical is gracing the Sydney stage, with the Darlinghurst Theatre Company presenting Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812. The show is playing for a limited season until Sunday, August 27. Be sure to secure your tickets now to avoid missing out.

The production, from composer and lyricist Dave Malloy, takes inspiration from Tolstoy's War and Peace. It focuses on the scandalous story of young, impulsive Natasha and her affair with her lover, Anatole, alongside the journey of her lonely friend, Pierre, and his ongoing search for his life's purpose.

This is the first show produced under Suzanne Pereira, the Darlinghurst Theatre Company's new executive director, working with artistic director Amylia Harris. An exceptional back-of-house team includes Dean Drieberg (Hamilton, resident director), Claire Healy (SIX, musical director) and Brendan Yeates (Hamilton, resident dance supervisor). All bring their exciting pedigree to this Australia-first production.

Costumes play an important part of the story. Demi-couture designers Nicol & Ford have adapted their renowned 'Comet' collection, which debuted at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week. Nicol & Ford have tailored their designs to represent each character, so expect ethereal high-fashion with a touch of the avant-garde.

The cast includes Grace Driscoll as Natasha, Zoy Frangos as Pierre and Jules Pendrith taking on the role of Anatole. This quadruple-threat ensemble effortlessly doubles as an on-stage orchestra, playing an array of instruments from bass clarinet to the keytar. All celebrate the musical's diverse mix of sonic inspiration, covering folk, indie-rock, electro-pop and techno. This is one show you won't want to miss.

Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812 is currently taking up residence at Eternity Playhouse until Sunday, August 27, on Tuesdays through Sundays. For more information and to get tickets, visit the website.

(Photo credit: Brett Boardman and Robert Catto.)