When a violent storm sinks their whaling ship off the coast of New Bedford, Mass., the four survivors face a reckoning: how far will they go to stay alive? And can they live with the consequences?
"Swept Away tells a tragic tale of a shipwreck and four survivors of the wreck who are haunted by the circumstances. The music is by folk Americana artists The Avett Brothers. The score comes from songs across their catalog - energetic, poignant, and just lovely. "
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Richard T from Burlington on Dec 23, 2024
"My family and I thoroughly enjoyed the show. The set design, music and performers were fantastic. The lighting truly changed the moods accordingly. Would highly recommend seeing this show. It takes a dark turn but overall walked out feeling good. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 22, 2024
"The performers have been described as stellar, stunning, a revelation, man eye candy and just dang captivating! The brilliant set and fabulous score by the Avett Bros. just adds to the "marvelousness". I loved everything about this show except that I'm too far away to see it a second time... unless everyone gets tickets now and it gets extended! "
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Cindy M from Madison on Dec 17, 2024
"Great story! We laughed, we cried! Vocal performances amazing!! I would highly recommend seeing this show before its run ends. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 16, 2024
"The NYTimes’ “masculine eye candy” quote is spot on. The music is stellar and performed by stellar actors. The harmonies are out of this world. The imagery is beautiful. The shipwreck scene is just stunning. And it leaves you with strong emotions that keep turning in your head. The darkness of it, set to contemporary/rock-ish music, calls to mind Spring Awakening. Different themes and subject matter, but similar impact. I wish I could see it 80 more times "
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Jessica C from Washington on Dec 16, 2024
"Wonderful acting, in a very human and emotional story. Great music by the Avett Brothers. And the shipwreck is sopectacular! I hope many more people get a chance to see it."
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Nancy Q from Brooklyn on Dec 15, 2024
"Love the Avett Brothers, so of course the music was incredible. The acting from everyone was superb as was the singing. I know the Avett Brotgers are so proud of this excellent production."
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 15, 2024
"this experience was an emotional journey of pain and hope, and it couldn't have been perfected any more flawlessly. GO SEE IT! "
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April W from Raleigh on Dec 15, 2024
"Not your typical jukebox musical. The actors were amazing and did a fantastic job with the heavy subject matter. The set was also so well done. Definitely see it before it closes! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 15, 2024
"The shipwreck scene…WOW! Great music, captivating story, amazing special effects and acting. Would definitely recommend seeing it while you can!!!"
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Bill F from Winnabow on Dec 14, 2024
"Even before the lights went down there was something different, curious, even electric, about this Broadway production; every emotion elicited and your imagination was triggered leaving you wanting more... a Broadway Play as it should be!"
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Karen F S from Whitestone on Dec 13, 2024
"I really liked Swept Away. I thought the music was really good and the cast was amazing. It is definitely dark and not for kids, but worth seeing. I hope it stays open!"
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Vicki G from Brooklyn on Dec 11, 2024
"This show was beautifully crafted. I am so sad that it will not breathe much more life as its closing date is soon. The emotion and passion in this production is just touching. Many messages of love, sacrifice, belief, life, death. everything. in additional, set, costumes, lighting was spectacular. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 9, 2024
"From the moment we were seated to the finale, we were swept away. The set, the music, the cast, the atmosphere, the mood, the actors' energy, commitment and delivery, the story - all superb. Even the artwork outside the Longacre Theater was well conceived and executed. The story was the right mix of dark and hopeful. Wonderful production, really."
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Joyce E from Clifton on Dec 9, 2024
"Saw “Swept Away” yesterday and feel so honored to have had the opportunity to see it due to the devastating announcement that it is closing next week. Acting truly drew us in, incredible voices, and the set transported us to each of the intense moments. Such a cohesive cast and so sorry it didn’t have the chance to flourish on Broadway."
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Patricia H from Fairfield on Dec 8, 2024
"The music, acting, set design and choreography were all superb! The story is difficult, but gives one lots of food for thought. I highly recommend it! I can't imagine why it would close after such a short time. The talent is unbelievable!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 8, 2024
"Exceptional show. The cast was brilliant. The music was incredible. One of my top 10 broadway experiences. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 7, 2024
"The show was very good! Very stylized, emotional, and the music really brought it to life. If you want to see a harrowing tale of looking within to fight adversity and understanding and learning from the mistakes of your past, then this show is for you!"
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Bradley R from Elmont on Dec 1, 2024
"We were so impressed with this show! The cast did the Avett Brothers' music proud! We travel the states to see the Avett Brothers in concert, and honestly worried about others singing their songs! They were phenomenal....the dancing, the choreography, the story-telling ALL top-notch!! After the show, the actors came out, signed our playbill and genuinely thanked us for coming! There was a young boy, maybe 10 or 11, waiting for autographs and one cat member wanted to make sure he knew that there was fake blood in the knife and no one was really hurt so not to be worried or afraid! Well above and beyond a simple signature. If I lived in NYC, I would definitely go again and again!"
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Melody J from New Port Richey on Nov 28, 2024
"A classic shipwreck survival story told with a very tight narrative and excellent stagecraft. As an added benefit, the music of the Avett Brothers is woven in throughout the story. Superb acting in helping to bring this story to life. Highly recommend this production!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 22, 2024
"Excellent music, acting, story arc and production. A must see story about choices, redemption, family and loyalty. "
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Shari A from HAMDEN on Nov 18, 2024
"This musical was an amazing production that allowed for a concise performance of some of Avett Brothers’ classics. The story was fascinating, the acting superb, the singing was astounding and the show kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. Dark and desperate, at times funny and lighthearted, with a few twists I really didn’t see coming. Great show. "
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Ivana P from Millbury on Nov 14, 2024
"Avett fans are in for a treat. Songs we love have been arranged and lyrics changed to fit the story. The actors are amazing and the design of the whole show is fantastic. Harmonies are amazing. We enjoyed it very much. We also enjoyed the runtime.
I’d be interested to know how people who are unfamiliar with The Avett Brothers connected with the music and how it helped tell the story. "
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Rachael B from Martinez on Nov 11, 2024
"What a terrific show built around the amazing music of the Avett Brothers. It is at once playful, tragic, excruciating and existential. It really helps to be a lover of the Avett Brothers catalog, as I am, but I don’t think it’s necessary to feel the impact of this story. The cast is fantastic and while the stage may look one-dimensional, wait until the back half of the show! I think this one is going to get some hard Tony looks. "
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Sam M from Naperville on Nov 9, 2024
"The talented singing from the casts were breather taking. The entire props and storyline make me appreciate broadway shows on another level. I left smiling as I am ending the year with a great musical."
