Hadestown received a nomination for Best Musical Revival at the Olivier Awards 2024, and with good reason. The Greek myth musical follows the touching story of Eurydice, a sweet young girl trapped in Hell by Hades, being saved by her poor singer-songwriter boyfriend Orpheus. While hugely popular now, it originally hit stages back in 2006 … Read more
On paper, Hadestown really shouldn’t work. A broodingly melancholy musical based on Greek myth via modern industrial and socioeconomic concerns, with a fusion steampunk and New Orleans setting, a meandering plot and distinct lack of catchy show tunes? And yet… The packed crowd exuberantly cheered as each character came on, and their delirious delight sustained … Read more
It might just be the hottest show in heaven or hell right now as the Broadway production of Hadestown prepares to transfer to London. The show will start previews on February 10 ahead of the official opening on February 21. This week, excited fans and total newbies saw the show debut the track Wait For … Read more
