Nord-Ost is a Russian musical theater production that premiered in 2001. It is based on the novel "The Three Musketeers" by Alexandre Dumas and features a blend of music, drama, and action. The show gained popularity for its engaging storyline and memorable songs. Tragically, Nord-Ost is also known for the 2002 Moscow theater hostage crisis, where armed terrorists took over the theater during a performance. The standoff lasted for three days, resulting in a significant loss of life and raising concerns about security and terrorism in Russia.