Swept Away Musical Extends Run to December 29

Broadway's musical 'Swept Away,' featuring music by The Avett Brothers, has extended its run through December 29 due to a surge in ticket sales after initially announcing a closing date of December 15. Actor Stark Sands announced the extension onstage, highlighting the unexpected resurgence in audience interest as performances sold out following the initial closure announcement. The show, which tells the story of a shipwreck and survival, has garnered mixed reviews but received a Critic’s Pick from the New York Times. The production will have played 48 regular performances and 20 previews by the new closing date, and a Broadway cast recording is scheduled for digital release on February 7, 2025. Despite previous struggles with ticket sales, the extension marks a hopeful turn for the show amidst high Broadway operating costs. The cast includes notable performers like John Gallagher Jr. and Stark Sands, reprising their roles from earlier productions.