Journey To The Past – Anastasia Pin

Anastasia the Musical

‘Anastasia’ is a stunning stage adaptation that brings the beloved animated film to life on stage. Inspired by the legend of the lost Russian princess, Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia, the show blends mysterious real historical events with romance, wonder and a touch of fairytale magic. With a gorgeous Tony-nominated score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens (the song-writing team behind Ragtime), and a powerful book by Terrence McNally, the show features beloved songs like ‘Journey to the Past’ and ‘Once Upon a December’, along with new music created exclusively for the stage. Premiering on Broadway in 2017, the original Broadway production starred Christy Altomare as Anya, the courageous young woman with a hidden past; Derek Klena as Dmitry, a charming con artist turned hero; Ramin Karimloo as Gleb, a conflicted Soviet officer; and Caroline O’Connor and John Bolton in scene-stealing supporting roles. The OBC (Original Broadway Cast) brought heart, humour, and vocal brilliance to every performance, helping to launch Anastasia as a fan-favourite musical worldwide.

Set in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution, Anastasia: The Musical follows Anya, a young woman with amnesia who may be the long-lost Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov. With the help of two con men, Dmitry and Vlad, she travels from Soviet Russia to Paris in search of answers, identity, and family—while being pursued by a Soviet officer determined to silence the legend. As memories resurface and secrets unfold, Anya’s journey becomes one of self-discovery, love, hope and identity.

Journey To The Past

‘On a journey to the past’ is a central lyric and theme from ‘Anastasia’ the Musical, capturing the heart of the show’s story. Sung in the powerful solo ‘Journey to the Past’, this quote reflects Anya’s emotional quest to uncover her true identity and reconnect with her lost family. It’s a metaphor for hope, memory, and the courage to move forward by facing the truth of one’s past.

This pin design combines features this famous quote with the iconic music box that reoccurs throughout the show in an arch meant to reference the set design of the official productions. It’s the perfect pin to fully encapsulate this fantastic musical!