Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 (2022): Cast & Plot
Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 is a 2022 music drama directed by Patrick Dooley and Erin Mei-Ling Stuart, starring Jacqueline Dennis as Natasha, Albert Hodge and James Mayagoitia. It runs 2 hours 15 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 15m (135 min)
- Directors
- Patrick Dooley and Erin Mei-Ling Stuart
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 About?
The premise of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Inspired by a section of Tolstoy’s War and Peace, this immersive musical tells the story of Natasha, a young woman awaiting her fiancé's return, and Pierre, a man grappling with regret. The production transforms the theater into a vibrant cabaret setting, complete with Russian vodka and an unforgettable theatrical experience. It explores themes of love, longing, and self-discovery amidst the backdrop of early 19th-century Russia.
Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 Cast & Characters
Jacqueline Dennis leads the cast as Natasha, with Albert Hodge as Pierre and James Mayagoitia as Andrey/Old Prince Bolkonsky. Directed by Patrick Dooley and Erin Mei-Ling Stuart; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Patrick Dooley
- Co-director Erin Mei-Ling Stuart
- Jacqueline Dennis as Natasha
- Albert Hodge as Pierre
- James Mayagoitia as Andrey/Old Prince Bolkonsky
- Veronica Renner as Sonya
Also Starring in Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812
· 6 more- Michelle Ianiro Marya
- Danielle Cheiken Mary
- Nick Rodrigues Anatole
- Angel Adedokun Hélène
- Christian Arteaga Dolokhov
- Weston Scott Balaga
Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 Plot Summary
What happens in Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
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Set in 1812 Moscow, the story begins by introducing Pierre Bezukhov (Albert Hodge), a depressed man trapped in an unhappy marriage who feels his life is slipping away. Pierre is close friends with Andrey Bolkonsky (James Mayagoitia), a soldier currently fighting in the war and engaged to the spirited Natasha Rostova (Jacqueline Dennis).
While visiting Moscow with her cousin Sonya (Veronica Renner) and godmother Marya (Michelle Ianiro), Natasha attempts to bond with Andrey’s family. However, the meeting is a disaster; she clashes with Andrey’s sister, Mary (Danielle Cheiken), and is dismissed by the eccentric old Prince Bolkonsky (James Mayagoitia).
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Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812?
Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).
When was Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 released?
Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 was released on November 5, 2022.
Who directed Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812?
Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 was directed by Patrick Dooley and Erin Mei-Ling Stuart.
Who is in the cast of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812?
Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 stars Jacqueline Dennis as Natasha, Albert Hodge as Pierre and James Mayagoitia as Andrey/Old Prince Bolkonsky, among 10 credited actors.
Does Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 have a post-credit scene?
No. Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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