‘Swept Away’ on Broadway Gets Critic’s Pick from New York Times

“Swept Away,” a beloved song from The Avett Brothers’ 2004 album Mignonette has been incorporated into the music of the new Broadway play of the same name, along with other songs from the canon of The Avett Brothers. It opened on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at the Longacre Theatre with great fanfare, and a host of celebrities, including Brooke Shields and Clive Davis, as well as Scott Avett, Seth Avett, and Bob Crawford, were in attendance.

Not your typical Broadway fare, and described as dark and harrowing at times, the theme embraced issues of humanity and morality. It brought many a sniffle and tear to the Opening Night audience, and ultimately an enthusiastic standing ovation. Writing for Deadline Hollywood, Greg Evans said: "As enthralling as it is disquieting, Swept Away... is a taut and captivating new folk musical featuring the gorgeous songs of the roots-rock group The Avett Brothers and an impeccable cast."

In a surprise “encore” that followed introductions and thanks to the cast, crew and creators, Scott, Seth and Bob rose from beneath the stage in a wooden lifeboat, and accompanied by the fantastic pit band, performed their version of the song “Swept Away.”

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For a full review by the New York Times, click here: 'Swept Away' Review