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Performance Dates
10 February 2024 - 13 December 2026
Run time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Includes interval
239 reviews
Indem sie Elemente griechischer Mythologie mit einer von Folklor und Blues inspirierten Musik verbindet, erforscht Hadestown die komplexe Liebesgeschichte von Orpheus und Eurydike in einer postapokalyptischen Welt.
Orpheus, ein talentierter Musiker, verliebt sich in Eurydike, eine junge Frau, die ein besseres Leben sucht. Gemeinsam planen sie, die trostlose und industrialisierte Hadestown zugunsten der oberirdischen Welt zu verlassen, wo sie hoffen, Glück und Wohlstand zu finden. Als der Herrscher von Hadestown Eurydike jedoch einen Job anbietet und sie mit dem Versprechen von Sicherheit und Komfort verlockt, nimmt sie widerwillig sein Angebot an und bricht Orpheus das Herz. Am Boden zerstört von Eurydikes Entscheidung beschließt Orpheus, zu Hadestown zu gehen, um sie zu retten, aber wird er Erfolg haben oder wird seine Liebe und seine Fluchtchance für immer verloren sein?
Die Reise zum West End, über eine Reise in die Unterwelt, hat die Schöpferin Anaïs Mitchell und ihr Team über 17 Jahre in Anspruch genommen. Die Produktion entstand 2006 in Vermont und hatte seitdem viele Inkarnationen, unter anderem in Massachusetts, Off-Broadway, Edmonton, London und Broadway, bevor sie schließlich im West End landete.
Die Produktion hat überall, wo sie gespielt hat, eine Legion von Fans gewonnen und dabei Rekorde gebrochen. Aufgrund der überwältigenden Nachfrage des Publikums bei der Weltpremiere 2016 wurde das Musical schnell zur am längsten laufenden Show in der 40-jährigen Geschichte des New York Theatre Workshop.
Hadestown markiert das erste Mal seit über einem Jahrzehnt, dass eine Frau als Soloautorin eines Musicals: die Musik, die Liedtexte und das Buch schrieb, und es ist erst das vierte Mal in der Broadway-Geschichte, dass eine Frau diese kreative Leistung vollbrachte. Die vorherigen Produktionen unter der Leitung einer Frau waren The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin, Runaways und A Tale of Two Cities.
Hadestown ist für 8+ Jahre geeignet, Kinder unter 4 Jahren werden nicht zugelassen. In der Produktion gibt es einige erwachsene Themen.
Hadestown ist eine Volksoper-Nacherzählung der antiken griechischen Mythologie, in der die hungernde Eurydike, auf der Suche nach Sicherheit, von Hades in eine höllische industrielle Unterwelt gelockt wird. Ihr Geliebter, der Songwriter Orpheus, reist in die Unterwelt, um sie zu retten, Hades mit seiner Musik zu bezaubern und kurzzeitig ihre Freiheit zu gewinnen, doch Zweifel stören ihre Flucht. Das Musical hebt Themen wie Liebe, Gier und die Notwendigkeit der Hoffnung hervor und rahmt die Tragödie als eine Geschichte, die "immer und immer wieder" erzählt wird.
Die Rolle des Hermes im West End wird derzeit von Daniel Breaker gespielt. Daniel Breaker spielte zuvor in Hamilton die Hauptrolle und übernahm die Rolle des Esels in der Broadway-Produktion von Shrek the Musical.
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Hadestown at London’s Lyric Theatre has recently welcomed a fresh wave of talent as the celebrated production embarks on its third West End season.
Joining the cast, Rachel Adedeji takes on the role of Persephone. A finalist on The X Factor (Series 6), Rachel has starred in Thriller Live! (West End and UK Tour), Jesus Christ Superstar (UK Tour), and Passing Strange (The Young Vic). Her television work includes Hollyoaks, Dreaming Whilst Black, Alice & Jack, and Champions.
Bethany Antonia portrays Eurydice. Best known for Princess Baela Targaryen in HBO’s House of the Dragon, her credits also include Stay Close (Netflix), Get Even (BBC), and Pin Cushion.
26 Jan, 2026 | By Hay Brunsdon
Rachel Tucker is one of musical theatre’s most celebrated leading ladies, known for her powerhouse voice, emotional intensity, and commanding stage presence. Over her two-decade career, the Belfast-born star has captivated audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. Best known for playing Elphaba in Wicked in the West End and on Broadway, she’s also wowed audiences in runaway hits, including; Come From Away, Sunset Boulevard, Hadestown, and The Great Gatsby. Her performance as Beverley Bass in Come From Away earned her an Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical, cementing her reputation as the queen of the West End (and Newfoundland). .
Rachel Tucker is an acclaimed Northern Irish actress and singer, best known for her powerhouse vocals and commanding stage presence. Born in Belfast, Tucker began performing at the age of 9, singing on the cabaret circuit with her father, Tommy (Tucker) Kelly and sister Margaret Kelly in the band: Tucker Kelly and the Kelstar. No stranger to a talent show, Tucker went on to compete in Popstars: Ireland, Michael Barrymore's My Kind of Music, Star for a Night and I’d Do Anything. Later, she trained at the renowned Royal Academy of Music.
Tucker is perhaps most famous for portraying Elphaba in the hit musical Wicked, a role she played to great acclaim in both the West End and on Broadway. Her performance cemented her status as one of musical theatre’s defining gravity voices. She also originated the role of Beverley Bass in the West End production of Come From Away, earning an Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical. Beyond these, she’s appeared in Sunset Boulevard (alternating the role of Norma Desmond with Olivier award-winner Nicole Scherzinger), Hadestown, The Great Gatsby, The Last Ship, and countless others - each showcasing her remarkable vocal range and dramatic depth.
22 Oct, 2025 | By Sian McBride
“It’s the look of the Underground.”
The first production shots have been released of Nicola Roberts as Persephone in the West End production of Hadestown, following her debut performance on 16th September at the Lyric Theatre.
Roberts first rose to prominence with Girls Aloud, one of the UK’s most successful pop groups. The band, who shot to fame after winning Popstars the Rivals in 2002, went on to record four No.1 singles and bag a Brit Award. Roberts went on to establish herself as a solo artist and stage performer, recently winning The Masked Singer UK and earning acclaim for her performance in City of Angels in the West End.
1 Oct, 2025 | By Sian McBride
Theatre has a unique ability to inspire and uplift, and musical theatre is particularly rich with lines and moments that motivate, reassure, and spark hope. Here are 13 quotes from beloved shows that remind us why the stage can be a source of joy.
“Everyone deserves the chance to fly.” – Wicked
From Defying Gravity, sung by Elphaba, this line marks her choice to defy the Wizard and Oz society’s expectations. It’s a declaration of freedom and self-discovery, encouraging audiences to embrace their potential and live authentically. The sentiment echoes an earlier idea expressed by the Wizard, emphasizing the universal desire for opportunity.
“I’m through accepting limits, ’cause someone says they’re so.” – also from Wicked
Elphaba’s declaration is a rallying cry for breaking barriers and defying expectations. It encourages courage and self-determination, inspiring audiences to question who sets their limits. Also from Defying Gravity, one of THE most uplifting songs in Wicked, but we couldn’t pick just one!
“It isn’t finished yet. But when it’s done and when I sing it, spring will come again.” – Hadestown
A quietly hopeful line from Come Home With Me, capturing renewal, patience, and resilience. It reassures us that even after darkness, life and joy return.
18 Sep, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
The first rehearsal images of Nicola Roberts in Hadestown have been released, giving fans a glimpse of the singer and songwriter stepping into the role of Persephone at London’s Lyric Theatre. Roberts, best known as a member of the BRIT Award-winning pop group Girls Aloud, will appear in the West End production from 16 September 2025 until 18 January 2026.
Some of the rehearsal images show Roberts in solo moments, while others capture her with Chris Jarman as Hades. The production also features Dylan Wood as Orpheus, Desmonda Cathabel as Eurydice, and Melanie Bright, Allie Daniel, and Lauran Rae as the Fates, alongside the ensemble of Workers and Swings who help bring the world of Hadestown to life.
4 Sep, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
In no particular order, these are the ten musicals that have left the biggest mark on me—some unforgettable spectacles, some quietly touching, all utterly memorable.
Miss Saigon
I saw this incredible spectacle about ten years ago, and I was completely captivated by the scale, emotion, and heart-stopping songs that have stayed with me ever since.
Once
There’s something quietly magical about this stripped-back show, where the intimate musicianship, touching love story, and beautiful songs made me fall in love with it instantly.
Jersey Boys
Walking out of this show I felt absolutely exhilarated, knowing every single song, loving the story from start to finish, and still humming Frankie Valli’s falsetto days later.
1 Sep, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
From “Sound of the Underground” to the Queen of the Underworld — Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts is heading way down to Hadestown. The multi-award-winning singer will join the West End cast as Persephone from 16 September 2025 to 18 January 2026, bringing her unmistakable voice to Anaïs Mitchell’s Tony and Olivier Award-winning folk-opera.
Roberts first shot to fame in 2002 on reality TV series Popstars: The Rivals, forming Girls Aloud and topping the UK charts with their debut single “Sound of the Underground” — a title that now feels suspiciously like career foreshadowing! Over the next decade, the group became the UK’s most successful reality TV music act, achieving 20 consecutive top ten singles and earning a Guinness World Record.
12 Aug, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
Step into the underworld with Hadestown, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical that brings ancient myth to life through a genre-blending score of folk, blues, and New Orleans jazz. Created by Anaïs Mitchell and directed by Rachel Chavkin, Hadestown takes the tragic tale of Orpheus and Eurydice and turns it into a soulful journey of love, sacrifice, and the power of music.
The show’s score is as unforgettable as its story, with showstopping anthems, haunting ballads, and foot-stomping ensemble numbers. Whether you’re a new listener or a longtime fan, here’s your complete guide to the songs in Hadestown. But be warned, some of the songs may contain spoilers!
The most iconic and widely recognised song from Hadestown is “Wait for Me.” This emotionally charged number captures Orpheus’s desperate journey into the underworld to rescue Eurydice, underscored by pulsing rhythms, soaring vocals, and the unforgettable image of swinging lamps and shifting shadows on stage. It's both a musical and visual highlight of the show - and one of the main reasons audiences keep coming back.
The final song in Hadestown is “Road to Hell (Reprise),” a powerful and poignant conclusion narrated by Hermes. The reprise bookends the show, reminding us that the story of Orpheus and Eurydice is a cycle we’re destined to repeat - not because it changes, but because “somebody’s gotta sing it again.” It’s an emotional farewell that ties the myth, music, and message together in one unforgettable finale.
Road to Hell
Hermes introduces the characters and world of Hadestown in this lively and rhythm-driven prologue, setting the tone for the mythic tale to follow.
Any Way the Wind Blows
Eurydice laments her uncertain future and the harsh realities of the world above, revealing her deep desire for safety and stability.
Come Home with Me
Despite his mentor’s warnings, Orpheus approaches Eurydice with charm and hope, inviting her into his life. When his idea of marriage is rebuffed, he reveals his dream of writing a song to heal the world. Eurydice is enchanted by the idea, and, quickly, by Orpheus himself.
Wedding Song
The couple imagines a life together free of hardship, expressing hope for love in spite of their circumstances. Orpheus tells her that when he finally sings his unfinished song, spring will come and they’ll have everything they need. She urges him to complete it.
Epic I
Orpheus begins composing his masterpiece—an epic so moving it might change the course of fate.
Livin’ It Up on Top
Persephone arrives in a whirlwind of sunshine and wine, bringing summer with her and singing of the joy found during her brief time above ground.
All I’ve Ever Known
Eurydice opens her heart to Orpheus in this tender ballad, allowing herself to believe in love despite her doubts.
Way Down Hadestown
A jazzy, brassy celebration of the mysterious underworld, where Eurydice is lured by the promise of security and warmth.
A Gathering Storm
Hermes and the Fates warn that trouble is brewing, as doubt and desperation begin to cloud the lovers’ dreams.
Epic II
Orpheus’s song takes deeper shape as he continues to craft a melody that can soften even the hardest hearts.
Chant
A gripping ensemble piece in which Hades, Persephone, and the young lovers all wrestle with desire, control, and resistance.
Hey, Little Songbird
Hades tempts Eurydice with comfort and protection in a seductive number that contrasts starkly with Orpheus’s fragile dreams.
When the Chips Are Down
The Fates step in with cynicism, urging Eurydice to make practical choices rather than romantic ones.
Gone, I’m Gone
Eurydice makes her fateful decision, turning her back on the world above and entering Hadestown.
Wait for Me
Orpheus begins his descent into the underworld in one of the show’s most stirring and visually iconic numbers. The haunting melody and driving rhythm underscore his resolve and vulnerability.
Why We Build the Wall
A chilling anthem led by Hades which lays bare his ideology of control and division, he sings of building a wall around Hadestown. It’s a stark reflection of authoritarianism, division and fear.
8 Apr, 2025 | By Sian McBride
The journey continues! In a testament to its enduring allure, the West End production of Hadestown has extended its run. The critically acclaimed musical will continue down the tracks at the Lyric Theatre, now booking until 15 February 2026.
Hadestown offers a contemporary retelling of the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. Set against a backdrop that fuses modern American folk music with New Orleans-inspired jazz, the narrative intertwines the love stories of the idealistic musician Orpheus and his muse Eurydice, alongside the tumultuous relationship of King Hades and his wife Persephone. The musical delves into themes of love, hope, and the eternal struggle between doubt and faith, inviting audiences on a journey to the underworld and back.
20 Mar, 2025 | By Sian McBride
Celebrate the arrival of spring with this fun quiz! Discover which Hadestown character you are based on your ideal spring day. Whether you're basking in the sun or enjoying a cosy moment indoors, your answer will reveal which character’s vibe matches your seasonal spirit!
20 Mar, 2025 | By Hay Brunsdon
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