Russian actress and singer Nastasya Samburskaya will star in the new season of Alexander Rosenbaum's musical Waltz-Boston in Moscow on September 6.
The news of her casting was reported by the online publication Gazeta.Ru, which cited ticket listings on the Yandex.Afisha entertainment platform. Show organizers stated that her role in the upcoming production will surprise the audience.
Samburskaya is best known for her role in Univer, a popular Russian comedy television series following the lives of university students. In recent years, she has actively pursued a career as a vocal performer, and this project will be her debut appearance in a theatrical musical.
Anniversary show at Moscow Variety Theatre
The major premiere is set to take place at the Moscow Variety Theatre, a historic performance space situated along the Bersenevskaya Embankment in central Moscow. The venue has long served as a prominent home for musical reviews, comedy acts, and concert performances in the city.
The production is specifically timed to coincide with the 75th birthday celebration of Rosenbaum. Organizers confirmed that the veteran musician and bard will appear on stage during the performance to present an unexpected number for attendees.
Rosenbaum is a celebrated Soviet and Russian singer, composer, and author who holds the title of People's Artist of Russia. He is famous for his acoustic guitar ballads and urban romance songs, including the classic hit Waltz-Boston from which the musical takes its name.
Anti-war address in Dubai
The announcement of the musical comes several months after Rosenbaum made headlines during an international concert appearance. In January 2026, the artist performed a show in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, where he addressed the audience on political matters.
According to reports of the event, the singer delivered an anti-war speech during his Dubai performance, in which he described peace as the primary value for humanity.
