Hadestown tickets
About Hadestown
Get ready to go way down to Hadestown in this award-winning musical. Book Hadestown tickets on TodayTix.
The Evening Standard raves about Hadestown, saying, 'Musically it’s a feast — full of folksy melancholy and heartache, yet also packed with gospel, dirty funk and New Orleans jazz'.
Journey to the depths of the underworld in this modern retelling of the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice. Follow the musical prodigy Orpheus as he ventures into the dark realm of Hadestown to rescue his beloved Eurydice from the King of the Underworld himself. Their story intertwines with that of Hades and Persephone, whose tumultuous relationship mirrors the changing seasons.
Anaïs Mitchell, a celebrated singer-songwriter, and director Rachel Chavkin have collaborated to turn Mitchell's acclaimed concept album into an innovative musical. This genre-blending production combines modern American folk music with vintage New Orleans jazz to give a fresh perspective on an ancient epic story.
From 15th September, a new cast takes over the underworld. Joining the cast are Olivier Award winner Danielle de Niese as Persephone, Shaun Dooley (Mr Bates Vs The Post Office, It's a Sin, Saltburn, Hills of California) as Hades, Fayth Ifil (Tina – The Tina Turner Musical, Just For One Day) as Eurydice, Malinda Parris (The Greatest Showman, Hercules, & Juliet) as Hermes, and The Wanted's Nathan Sykes as Orpheus.
They join Melanie Bright, Spike Maxwell and Lauran Rae as the Fates; Femi Akinfolarin, Michelle Andrews, Gabriela Benedetti, Ollie Bingham and Sebastian Lim-Seet as the Workers, with Juan Jackson, Oisín Nolan-Power, Lindo Shinda, Jasmine Triadi and Milly Willows as Swings.
Don’t miss Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre. Visit the underworld today and book tickets on TodayTix.
BSL Interpreted:
- Thursday, 23rd July, 7:30pm
Audio Described:
- Thursday, 16th July, 7:30pm
Audio Described:
- Thursday, 30th July, 7:30pm
Run time
2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 8+. Children aged 14 and under must be accompanied by, and sat next to, an adult aged 18 or over.
Start date
10th February, 2024
“Soulful Greek myth retold with unforgettable vocals”
A Mesmerising Journey to the Underworld
Audiences are overwhelmingly captivated by Hadestown's unique blend of Greek mythology, New Orleans jazz, and folk storytelling, with the live on-stage band consistently praised as a standout element....
What It Feels Like
- Deeply moving
- Electrifying energy
- Hauntingly beautiful
You’ll Love This If…
- You adore jazz-infused folk music and powerful vocals
- You appreciate innovative staging with live musicians on stage
- You enjoy Greek mythology reimagined with emotional depth
An amazing night out, with brilliant music and acting!!
A creative interpretation of a classic story. Really talented cast vocally.
amazing show. great story. incredible theatre.
Hadestown cast and creative team
By: Anaïs Mitchell, developed with Rachel Chavkin
Songs by: Anaïs Mitchell
Director: Rachel Chavkin
Cast list: Desmonda Cathabel (Eurydice), Victorial Hamilton-Barritt (Persephone - until 14 September), Chris Jarman (Hades), Cedric Neal (Hermes), Nicola Roberts (Perspephone - from 16 Sep - 18 Jan), Dylan Wood (Orpheus)
Design: Rachel Hauck
Lighting: Bradley King
Costume: Michael Krass
Choreography: David Neumann
Sound: Nevin Steinberg and Jessica Paz
Other info: Arrangements and orchestrations by Michael Chorney and Todd Sickafoose, music supervision and vocal arrangements by Liam Robinson
Venue
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: Charing Cross
Bus numbers: (Shaftesbury Avenue) 12, 14, 19, 38; (Regent Street) 6, 13, 15, 23, 88, 94, 139, 159, 453
Night bus numbers: (Shaftesbury Avenue) 14, N19, N38; (Regent Street) 6, 12, 23, 88, 94, 139, 159, 453, N3, N13, N15, N109, N18, N136
Car park: Brewer Street (3mins)
Directions from tube: (3mins) Take Shaftesbury Avenue along the side where the famous illuminated signs are. The theatre will be on your left about 100 metres along.
More information about Hadestown
Hadestown originated as a concept album by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell in 2010, featuring a collection of songs that retold the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice set in a post-apocalyptic, Depression-era America. The concept album received critical acclaim and sparked interest in developing it into a fully-fledged theatrical production.
In 2016, Hadestown premiered in Canada and opened in London at the National’s Olivier Theatre in 2018, directed by Rachel Chavkin and featuring a score by Anaïs Mitchell that incorporates blues, jazz, and folk elements. It premiered on Broadway in April 2019 and won numerous Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Score.
What To Watch For
- Director Rachel Chavkin is no stranger to unconventional adaptations. She directed Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1912 in 2016 on Broadway, for which she received a Tony nomination for Best Direction of a Musical.
- Hadestown marked a reunion for original cast members Patrick Paige and Reeve Carney, who had previously collaborated in the Broadway production of Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark.
- Anaïs Mitchell first performed songs from Hadestown in community theatres across her home state of Vermont in 2006. It was a long road before Hadestown was ready to be performed in 2016 at New York Theatre Workshop Off-Broadway.
Audio Described:
Saturday 27 September 2.30pm
Captioned:
Wednesday 27 August 7.30pm
BSL:
Wednesday 15th October 7.30pm
Frequently asked questions
What is Hadestown about?
Follow Orpheus on a musical odyssey to rescue his love, Eurydice, from the depths of the underworld, where they confront trials, temptation, and the ultimate test of their love. This record-breaking, Tony-winning musical made its triumphant return to London's West End in 2024.
Which theatre is Hadestown at?
Hadestown is at London's Lyric Theatre, which is located at 29 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7ES.
What is the running time of Hadestown?
Hadestown runs for 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
How much are tickets for Hadestown?
Hadestown tickets start at £28.
What is the age recommendation for Hadestown?
Ages 8+. Children aged 14 and under must be accompanied by, and sat next to, an adult aged 18 or over.
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