“Journey to the Past” Christy Altomare Live Performance | ANASTASIA The Musical

ANASTASIA star, Christy Altomare, blows the roof off a live performance of “Journey to the Past” accompanied by the symphony at her alma mater, College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati!
ANASTASIA is now on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre.
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[@hnming]

The "Let it Go" of the 90s.

[@meemaw593]

hnming Except way better 😩💕

[@isobelduncan]

Not really, Journey to the Past is all about Anya reconnecting with her past and her identity, whereas 'Let It Go' is about Elsa turning her back on her past and disowning it. Defying Gravity is more of proto-'Let It Go'.

[@PixelDoodles]

hnming what's the let it go of the 00s?

[@elphieglinda2164]

Defying Gravity

[@stephpiano2908]

Yesssss

[@panchish]

i love how liz callaway’s version is more curious, doubtful that her life can’t possibly be Just That, just orphan anya with no past or future, and it’s what makes her step forward and actually seek her identity meanwhile christy’s version is hopeful, like she’s almost there! the one thing she longed for so long is by the edge of her fingertips and she’s moments from celebrating. it’s the same song but very different tonally and it’s amazing im OBSESSED!

[@areading12]

I saw the show last year and the tone shift makes even more sense! In the movie, Anya sings this at the beginning when she decides to go to St. Petersburg and when she is doubting whether it's the right choice. For the Broadway show, they shifted the order of the songs so that this one ends the first act (I cried my eyes out the entire time) Instead of her standing over St. Petersburg, she is overlooking Paris, hoping that her lost family will be waiting for her.

[@KeepCalmContemplateYourChoices]

Well, Journey To The Past is the Act I finale, where the trio had already reached Paris. So it makes sense. Anya's anticipating how her future could end up.

[@ArtleyDraws]

"Home, love, family" omg I started tearing right there.

[@abbyysingerlover5160]

I saw this show and I cried so much

[@AngelusAngel1100]

Same and I'm a person who is adopted and don't know my birth parents.

[@MrLee-qz3gy]

RIP Anastasia and The Romanov Family...

[@ipizzippy]

Christy is the perfect Anastasia. Saw her in Hartford and I can't wait to see her on Broadway. ❤❤❤❤

[@Jennaslense_]

Ipizzippy same!!!

[@ashleywetzel365]

Me too.

[@xosweet91kissesx]

Ipizzippy she was in Hartford? In ct? When?!!

[@ipizzippy]

cheyenne chen The preview for Anastasia was in Hartford. Last year.

[@Silver54ful]

And previews have now begun on Broadway. Opening night is less then a month away now. :)

[@RainRose8093]

she sounds just like her, this is amazing. IM SO SO EXCITED

[@tessaviolet]

Y E S. I AM READY

[@hannahthukral1600]

TESSA ++

[@shea2006]

OMG

[@thefatqueen_2428]

aye youre here

[@neurotica9417]

How are you here?

[@iamdestlol]

Hi

[@MarkoMarinkovic1989]

Now that's how you reboot a song! I wish I lived in US so I can see the show.

[@howverydareyou9668]

Marko Marinković It is amazing, she sounds so much like Liz Callaway 😮.

[@CherryGirl805]

They just announced they're going global! Ahhhhhhh

[@MarkoMarinkovic1989]

Well, it's a fat chance they'll arrive to Serbia anytime soon.

[@malumello17]

Sandy Jones seriouly? I hope they came to south america.

[@alematosmusic7498]

Same bro

[@catherinekubick298]

She's perfect for Anya ❤❤❤

[@sharonjones8921]

But why isn't her hair red?! She looks nothing like Anya without red hair!

[@PaolaRodriguez-nl2ss]

Sharon Jones they were wigs

[@psychicwhisk]

I keep saying "i'll watch this video one more time, then get back to work." yet here i am watching it for the 5th time in a row.

[@isobelduncan]

Look at her go! She's pouring her heart and soul into it! If that's not an artist dedicated to her art, I don't know what is!

[@joelweisberg]

Ms. Altomare is a rare talent! Born to be on a Broadway stage. She is Julie Andrews, Mary Martin, and Bernadette Peters wrapped into one lovely young lady. Bless her heart!

[@TheAnastasiaLee]

I love all of them honestly.

[@victoriadeguzman6198]

This rising star deserves to win a Tony as well as the musical

[@tomgallowitz]

Victoria DeGuzman Don't know it's a tough race this year so much talent, thank God I'm not a voter

[@broadwaymike92]

911, I would like to report a crime. My friend Christy Altomare was robbed of a Tony nomination. :(

[@colestrashchannel208]

Michael I. Haber WAIT SHE WASN’T NOMINATED

[@Niqhtmusic]

Michael I. Haber IKR :(

[@christinaziccardi7448]

haha

[@nickvilla511]

Hi

[@hifza7051]

I have been waiting forever for this musical, I'm so excited!!!

[@annaorgeron5935]

Hifza Hussain I'm going to see it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@nursecharmieeng]

Please please pleeeeeaaaasssseee do an asian tour and perform in the Philippines too

[@dorinaroseb]

Charmie 25 yes please

[@RavenPH12]

Charmie 25 YES DEFINITELY. HER PERFORMANCE WAS WONDERFUL. I just watched the bootleg of the musical. I'm watching it again.

[@avengerwidow9]

+Rebecca Hernandez where did you find the bootleg??? I would love to watch it since I'll never get to see it on Broadway....

[@RavenPH12]

Corinne Primero it's on stagedork.com. The bootleg is better than some I watched. Enjoy! 😊

[@mrpotato6264]

YESSSs

[@beatanwangco5690]

The way she just said “love”... so much feels!!!

[@fangirlsalmosteverythingan9870]

Lyrics Heart, don't fail me now! Courage, don't desert me! Don't turn back now that we're here. People always say Life is full of choices. No one ever mentions fear! Or how the world can seem so vast On a journey ... to the past. Somewhere down this road I know someone's waiting Years of dreams just can't be wrong! Arms will open wide. I'll be safe and wanted Fin'lly home where I belong. Well, starting now, I'm learning fast On this journey to the past Home, Love, Family. There was once a time I must have had them, too. Home, Love, Family, I will never be complete Until I find you... One step at a time, One hope, then another, Who knows where this road may go Back to who I was, On to find my future. Things my heart still needs to know. Yes, let this be a sign! Let this road be mine! Let it lead me to my past And bring me home... At last!

[@user-mc1uj1dl6k]

Beautiful voice such a lovely talent and such a sweet girl you go Christy your such an inspiration to girls all over the planet we love you Christy keep singing .

[@grainnewithafada]

This may be the most perfect casting in the history of musical theatre. I didn't know who Christy was before this but I love her already. Big boots to fill after her contract expires, I'm sure of that!

[@zerjiozerjio]

She may not have the belting power of an Allison Luff, but she totally makes you for it with her emotional connection to the character and the lyrics. She has this purity about her that comes across so endearingly

[@RainyToaster]

*1 OUT OF 1 CHANCES, CAN THE ANASTASIA AD PLAY ON THIS VIDEO* *AND IT HAPPENED.*

[@Niqhtmusic]

Rainy Toaster NO WAY

[@maddiegorski3384]

I LOVE the amount of emotion put into this song! can't wait to see it in person 😊

[@Silver54ful]

Imagine how splendid and emotionally riveting she'll be in a full performance. :)

[@eliasapollo4131]

Maddie Gorski LAFAYETTE ehm I mean yes I agree

[@evangeliapappas541]

I'm so excited to see Christy Altomare be the role of Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanov/Anya in the upcoming Broadway musical Anastasia at the Broadhurst Theatre in 2 months and meet her in one day💙💙💙💙

[@user-mc1uj1dl6k]

So proud of you Christy you go we love you keep up the bright smile on your face keep up the great singing you do we love you you sing your heart out Christy we love you always know the Anastasia family loves you so does Derek klena you go Christy bring us home to family .

[@thespianpeacock]

Anastasia is one of my favorite characters- and Christy plays her so beautifully!!!! I love it- im so excited that this has finally become a stage musical. One day i might actually get to see it/perform in it! Wonderful job, Christy and band!!!

[@sleepyinnewyork822]

I don't know why but this song always makes me cry tears of joy. It's so hopeful.

[@yukiableful]

I love how she has not only emotion in her voice, but also genuine facial expression! That is something so many actors lack and she totally just is perfect ahh I love her!!

[@user-ot8bq5zt5e]

Heart don't fail me now 하트 돈트 페일 미 나우 courage don't deserve it 커리지 돈트 디설브 잇 don't turn back now that we're here 돈트 턴 백 나우 댓 위얼 히얼 People always say, 피플 어웨이즈 세이. life is full of choices 라이프 이스 풀 오브 초이스 no one ever mentions fear 노우 원 에벌 멘션스 피얼 or how the world can seem so fast 오얼 하우 더 월드 캔 씸 쏘우 페스트 on a journey to the past 온 어 저니 투 더 페스트 Somewhere down this road 썸웨어 다운 디스 로드 I know someone's waiting 아이 노우 썸원스 웨이팅 years, dreams, just can't be wrong 이얼스, 드림스. 저스트 캔트 비 웡 on to open one 온 투 오픈 원 I'll be seeing I wanted 아일 비 씽 아이 원티드 finally home where I belong 파이널리 홈 웨얼 아이 빙 what a starving I'm learning fast 왓 어 스탈빙 아임 러닝 페스트 on this journey to the past 온 디스 저니 투 더 페스트 Home love family 홈 러브 페밀리 there must once a time 데얼 머스트 원스 어 타임 I must had them too 아이 머스트 헤드 뎀 투 Home love family 홈 러브 페밀리 I'll never be complete 아일 네벌 비 컴플리트 until I find you 언틸 아이 파인드 유 One step at a time 원 스텝 엣 어 타임 one hope and another 원 호프 앤드 어나덜 who knows where this road would go 후 노우즈 웨얼 디스 로드 우드 고우 back to who I was 백 투 후 아이 워스 on to find my future 온 투 파인드 마이 퓨철 brings my heart still needs to know 브링스 마이 하트 스틸 니즈 투 노우 Yes, life is being a sign 예스, 라이프 이스 빙 어 사인 life is known be mine 라이프 이스 노운 비 마인 life is leading me to my past 라이프 이스 리딩 미 투 마이 페스트 and bring me home at last 앤드 브링 미 홈 앳 라스트

[@kayleekay4973]

I've probably listened to this 78921 times and I'm still tearing up at how powerfully she delivers the last note. All the chills, all the emotions

[@blairettevibes4507]

I never should have watched this video because now I'm going to rage knowing that I may never be able to see this musical! XD Frankly, I love hers voice! I hope for you that this show will receive the success it deserves! ^^ (and sorry If I did some english mistakes! >.

[@Elemiriel]

Hopefully they will put out a Blueray or something like they did with Love Never Dies

[@Silver54ful]

What I wouldn't give for that.

[@x3YassMinnaa]

I watched it (very illegally and yes I do feel kinda bad) on a file someone recorded on their go pro lol

[@lola8093]

this is my ultimate favorite song from my childhood, love it

[@galefxrce]

I'm so excited! Too bad I don't live in the US and I can't see this live.

[@alattefinn]

well i'm now sobbing. christy is beautiful. her voice is beautiful. the music will be beautiful. this show will be beautiful.

[@broadwaybabi91]

THIS SONG. I think I've seen this movie maybe twice, a very long time ago, and this melody still rattles around in head pretty regularly. At least now I know where the heck it's from.

[@AnthonyH0395]

I'm listening to this on repeat since I couldn't make it to the first preview on Broadway, but at least I got to see it at the Hartford Stage which was such an experience. I can now officially say that this is my favorite Broadway show

[@miamarquez6008]

She did did a wonderful job This song has always resonated with me since I always loved the movie and then my favorite singer AALIYAH did the song Still listening to every version 2021 ❤️

[@maxinemedina7151]

I love Anya more than I love Disney princesses. Hope you'll have a tour in the Philippines.

[@sopaesapos]

this woman vocals always kills me

[@TheAnastasiaLee]

SAME.

[@09honest]

Heart, don't fail me now! Courage, don't desert me! Don't turn back now that we're here. People always say Life is full of choices. No one ever mentions fear! Or how the world can seem so vast On a journey ... to the past. Somewhere down this road I know someone's waiting Years of dreams just can't be wrong! Arms will open wide. I'll be safe and wanted Fin'lly home where I belong. Well, starting now, I'm learning fast On this journey to the past Home, Love, Family. There was once a time I must have had them, too. Home, Love, Family, I will never be complete Until I find you... One step at a time, One hope, then another, Who knows where this road may go Back to who I was, On to find my future. Things my heart still needs to know. Yes, let this be a sign! Let this road be mine! Let it lead me to my past And bring me home... At last! Put this so so I could sing along. Lol!!!

[@t3hsis324]

Thank you! I was gonna do it if you hadn't cause this is one of those songs that's hard not to...

[@broadwaymike92]

Love this and so proud to have Christy as a mentor. Have chills from this music video

[@miroine3896]

Anastasia

[@Silver54ful]

Took the words right out of my mouth. Everybody who will be seeing it on Broadway needs to cherish it. A lot of people would give a great deal to be in their shoes.

[@manuelorozco7760]

I'm a California boy and never been to NYC. Someday I will and see a show that both me and my mom would enjoy together.

[@Silver54ful]

I have been to New York once. Back in the late 90's when I was only nine. And the family explored Lower Manhattan under the guidance of a relative. Which was really cool. But we never made it to the theatre district sadly. One day I am going back and making it my own trip. And the plan is to catch at least three Broadway shows. I have no idea what they will be. Whatever they are, I will savor every second of them. As a massive theatre nerd, it is only fitting. If Anastasia is still playing when I can finally take my trip. I would happily go see it. It looks and sounds superb. :)

[@manuelorozco7760]

That's nice if I were to pick three shows currently on Broadway I want to see it would be Aladdin, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Hello Dolly.

[@yurushiko2721]

Miroine actually anastasia is not that expensive. However I have even bigger problem, i dont live in USA ...

[@akiakashi4717]

BEAUTIFUL PERFORMANCE

[@thethrowawaythatstayed7055]

Oh I got chills as soon as the piano started

[@moviefreak316]

I just saw this in NYC last night. Christy was phenomenal. the show itself has a few technical issues before it officially opens, bit that's what previews are for. and Christy is amazingly nice at the stage door.

[@daliborburanda9626]

I listen to it almost every day. I really like it. I don´t know anything about Anastasia. But it will be the big hit on Broadway I think. And Christy is really good...:)

[@JoyStar]

If you haven't already, watch the movie! It was always one of my favorites!

[@daliborburanda9626]

I definitely should!!! :)

[@foxinthenight]

CHILLS AND TEARS!!! This is so beautiful ♥♥♥

[@momluvs4kidz464]

I haven’t watched this in a long time; oh my heart, how Christy takes you on that journey.

[@angieakeroyd9077]

Christy:You have a beautiful Voice❤.I love this song❤.

[@zackstark24601]

Fun Fact: this is the Act One Finale!

[@Silver54ful]

The audiences will be roaring. ;)

[@manuelorozco7760]

I was actually surprised when I first heard it was going to be an Act One finale. Rumor has it Let It Go will be the Act One finale when Frozen enters Broadway next year

[@zackstark24601]

Manuel Orozco you are right it’s true

[@user-br2wn4bh4i]

Christy's voice is so beautiful♥

[@10sunshinerainbow]

Absolutely beautiful!!! The moment she hit the bridge and on was breathless. Not only is this one of my favorite movies but its now a musical that is on my bucket list.

[@TimothyRobert93]

She is great, no debating that, and I think she's a perfect Anastasia, but I personally, when I hear this song, want a little more volume and strength. She was putting all she could into the song, and i don't blame her, I just want to hear more, especially on that last verse after the bridge.

[@JimmyZoole]

I totally agree with you. I saw her in Hartford in the tryout. She's absolutely perfect for the role acting-wise, and she does a perfectly serviceable job with the singing, but I do wish she was a bit more powerful of a belter to really build this number to a chill-inducing first act finale. It doesn't help that before I saw the show, I had watched Alison Luff's rendition on KZbin like 7,000 times and she blows the roof off the joint singing this.

[@grayk7455]

Dennis G oh my gosh I completely agree with you! Alison spoiled us! I swear half the views are you and me!

[@TimothyRobert93]

Just watched Allison Luffs rendition, and OH MY GOSH! It was so powerful and full, really stunning job. I wish there was a person in between Allison and Christy, they would be the absolute perfect Anastasia.

[@grayk7455]

Timothy Robert me too. here's hoping that the musical stays around long enough so Alison can be Anya too at least.

[@SamanthaGirlScout]

I agree. This is pretty underwhelming.

[@teresacarmona]

What-a-voice. She really reminds me of Liz Callaway. Never thought anyone could do that.

[@shaneclaire2154]

she is the manifestation of my favourite childhood character. oh how I love this song again

[@adalyssahinojosa7926]

I seriously can't wait 😊 for Anastasia such a beautiful story. Maybe just maybe one day I will get to see this beautiful broadway 🎭 production.

[@RoseSnitch]

Christy was so beautiful, i love her so much!!

[@carlosalejandroalvarenga4913]

I come here after months, and her voice still amazes me!

[@joshbray5036]

The quality in this musical is so majestic! It's so good & pleasing. I also love how they kept some of the songs while making a vast majority of new songs. This musical is so deserving a Tony.

[@LdeV26]

Anastasia has been one of my favorite animated movies of all time, and I've always kind of predicted that one day it would be made into a musical. I'm dying to see this, although I'm not from the States myself.

[@chryssasanford6187]

We saw her yesterday - and she was spectacular! One of the most sincere and pure performances that we have seen! (and we have seen a lot!) :)

[@CaptainQuirky]

HOLY CRAP! I had a musical theatre playlist going in another tab that I wasn't looking at, just as background music, and this came on. I listened to the whole thing then finally switched to the tab- I had no idea it was live!! She sounds so amazing live!

[@servo33]

This is going to be great!! They kept all of the original music just the way it was in the movie and that is all I could have asked for. THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@bellz8785]

Can't help but fall in love with the song because she rendered it amazingly. And I saw Leah Salonga's spirited performance in hers.

[@jackie2494]

Can't wait!! I will definitely be singing along in my seat😊

[@user-mc1uj1dl6k]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Christy alomare you go sing your heart out .

[@abigailseltzer3274]

I saw it over the weekend with a friend and Christy Altomare was so sweet at the stage door. My friend and I wanted a picture with her but she had already moved on to the next group of people but she heard us, turned around, took pictures with us and hugged us.

[@evamariamaier1068]

Christy Altomare ist einfach sympathisch und eine perfekte Musical dastellerin ❤❤

[@samuelpi1670]

Finally this movie gets the justice it deserves,im sure that this musical will be a success.

[@jordanpearson9883]

OMG TEARS! She is perfect, I am so excited!

[@zackstark24601]

If I Gave it tony Nominations they Would Be Best Musical, Best Book,Best Original Score, Best Actress, Best Actor , Best Featured Actor for Both John Bolton and Ramin Karimloo, Best Featured Actress for Mary Beth Peil and Caroline O Connor, Best Director, Best Scenic Design, Best Lighting Design, Best Orchestrations Best Costume Design and Best Choreography.

[@GrigioBoy]

Liz Calloway would be so impressed. Brava Christy! 👏😍👸🏼

[@MegaMelodytime]

Those two did a duet of this song once.

[@singforjoy7123]

Oh my goodness this actually gave me goosebumps! It was incredible!

[@angelesbarreiro]

I NEED TO GO SEE THIS MUSICAL! My favorite princess 😭

[@marthab4556]

This JUST GAVE ME FEELINGS AND CHILLS I CANNOT WAIT

[@danielladahoui888]

SPECTACULAR! About time they made that into a musical!!! Next step: LIVE-ACTION FILM BASED ON MUSICAL!!!! :D :D :D

[@AliseIam]

This is beautiful...

[@nightwingman666]

Every time I hear this I get teary.

[@Genkuro]

*She did more than justice to the iconic song. I LOVE IT!*

[@sargeamigo123]

I was already looking forward to watching this but the fact that they recorded this at the University of Cincinnati made it even cooler!

[@verterovnaart8479]

This song was my childhood. Christy's performance is amazing. She's perfect for this role. I was cried when I heard Broadway - journey to the past. I still love this song 😭❤

[@inspiredtobeinspired]

Seeing the success of your classmates is so inspiring. CCM 2008! Get some!

[@shannon982]

I've probably watched this like ten times already... I LOVE IT AND HER SO MUCH 😭😭😭😍😍😍 I'm so excited for this to be the next big thing!!

[@azariaoglesby3148]

That ending !!!!!!! ❤❤❤

[@gabiponce2321]

i saw this show on broadway and it was AMAZING!!!! i met some of the cast afterwards, and christy is the sweetest person ever! she has such an amazing voice!

[@ariellemoreno6856]

Please film the production! i would buy a copy so quickly!

[@manuelorozco7760]

Or see it at the movie theatre like Newsies was? In fact, I'm petitioning for Aladdin to be next.

[@christophepilaire7868]

A fantastic voice, for a fantastic part, in a fantastic show. Loved every minute recently in Broadway

[@Yazmarohma42]

Gosh she give me chills! She sounds very like the original. One of my fave musical animated film.

[@sorryimaleesia]

I'M SO FREAKIN EXCITED!!! HOLY CRAP!

[@sapertinny6029]

I' can't stop watching

[@quillinkparchment4343]

Omg chills EVERYWHERE

[@KaterinaV]

I loved Anastasia as a kid(still do) and I love this song!!

[@sparklefairy814]

im so excited for this show i wanna see it so bad!

[@drimaz85]

Beautiful!

[@fionnaadeline7525]

OMFGGGg????!!!!!! AAAAHHHH THERE'S AN ANASTASIA MUSICAL ON BROADWAY NOW?!?! 😲😲😵😵😍😍😩😩 omg they better do the movie justice! 💖

[@joyholmes254]

Fionna Adeline it's a lot different from the movie. Anya, Dimitry, and Vlad are all still the major characters, but the backstory of how Anya lost her memory and her family are more rooted in reality than the fantasy of the movie. There is no Rasputin as the villain.

[@manuelorozco7760]

Well Joy. The movie did scare me as a kid but the historically accurate twist on the story is why I'm seeing this new version whenever it goes on tour.

[@happyreadingwatching1597]

what I'm not crying. so beautiful

[@jairouxtv]

I love Anastasia💖💖💖

[@flerkencat]

watching this on repeat as I draw Anastasia, I wish I could see it live. She's a perfect Anastasia.

[@judythatsme86]

fantastic voice

[@abms1219]

Stirring. Always loved this song.

[@jadeyrah]

Wow, I wasn't expecting her to sound just like her!!! That was great!