'Hadestown' news

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.

Hadestown has been taking West End audiences on a journey to the underworld since 2019, with complex characters, gorgeous folk-rock score, and emotionally evocative lyricism. Meet the cast bringing the mythic story to life at the Lyric Theatre!

Who plays Eurydice in Hadestown?

Desmonda Cathabel stars as the strong-willed Eurydice. Cathabel made it to the quarter-finals of ITV’s Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream, before going on to play Princess Jasmine in Disney’s Aladdin (UK & Ireland Tour).

Who plays Orpheus in Hadestown?

Dylan Wood returns to the role of Orpheus following a run in 2024. His previous credits include Casualty and King Lear.

Who plays Hermes in Hadestown?

Hermes is played by Cedric Neal, whose previous West End credits include Goldie in Back to the Future and Nicely-Nicely Johnson in Guys and Dolls at the Bridge Theatre.

Who plays Persephone in Hadestown?

Victoria Hamilton-Barritt plays Persephone, the free-spirited goddess of spring. Her previous credits include the Stepmother in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cinderella, and Anita in West Side Story on Broadway.

Who plays Hades in Hadestown?

Chris Jarman plays Hades, the ruler of the underworld. His previous West End credits include Doctor Dillamond in Wicked and Rubeus Hagrid / The Sorting Hat in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Who are the Hadestown characters? 

Hadestown is an eight-time Tony Award-winning musical exploring legendary characters in Greek mythology. The musical interweaves two mythic tales - that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the characters undergo a journey exploring love, sacrifice, and the eternal struggle between faith and doubt. 

Who are the Hadestown characters?  

The Broadway and West End smash-hit musical, Hadestown, delves into Greek mythological characters and their relationships through the lens of sacrifice. Set to mesmerise and tug at the heartstrings, the show takes you onto a musical journey to the underworld: here are the characters you will meet along the way. 

Orpheus 

A passionate and idealistic musician, Orpheus believes in the transformative power of his music. He is after all the Son of Apollo, God of Music. His unwavering, arguably naive, optimism leads him on a perilous journey to the underworld to rescue his beloved Eurydice who he falls in love with at first sight. His character embodies the theme of love's enduring power and the role that artists play in society. 

Eurydice 

Eurydice is a pragmatic and resilient young woman, shaped by the harsh realities of her upbringing that’s been riddled by poverty and hardship. Facing destitution, she makes a fateful decision to seek solace in Hadestown, setting the stage for Orpheus's quest. Eurydice's character highlights the struggles between survival and love, and the sacrifices we make in the face of adversity.  

Hermes 

Hades is the powerful ruler of the underworld. He oversees Hadestown, an industrial fortress where the dead reside. His authoritative demeanour however masks a deep vulnerability that captivates audiences, especially when it comes to his relationship with his wife, Persephone.  

Persephone 

The vivacious and free-spirited goddess of spring, Persephone divides her time between the vibrant world above and the rather depressing realm below. Her annual descent into Hadestown marks the change of the seasons. 

Hadestown is set to welcome some fresh and familiar faces to the Lyric Theatre, and they’re hella good.

Leading the lineup from the 11th March 2025 will be Desmonda Cathabel (Aladdin) as Eurydice. Olivier Award-nominee Victoria Hamilton-Barritt (Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cinderella) as Persephone, Chris Jarman, who originated the role of Hagrid in the West End's Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, as Hades. Olivier Award nominee Cedric Neal (Guys & Dolls) as Hermes, and Dylan Wood, who made his West End debut in Hadestown last year, returns as Orpheus.

The all-seeing, all-singing trio of doom, the Fates, will be played by current star Allie Daniel and new faces Melanie Bright and Lauran Rae. The Workers—who provide Hadestown’s signature ensemble power—will be played by Femi Akinfolarin, Michelle Andrews, Ollie Bingham, Laura Delany, and Sebastian Lim-Seet. Serving as Swings are Lucinda Buckley, Juan Jackson, Oisín Nolan-Power, Lindo Shinda, and Jasmine Triadi.

Original cast members of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Broadway production of Hadestown will continue their journeys to the underworld as they reprise their critically acclaimed roles for a limited run at the Lyric Theatre! From 11 February until 9 March 2025, Reeve Carney (Orpheus), André De Shields (Hermes), Amber Gray (Persephone), Eva Noblezada (Eurydice) and Patrick Page (Hades) will tread the boards in the West End. 

Producer Mara Issacs said: It is nothing short of divine magic to be able to welcome Reeve, Andre, Amber, Eva, and Patrick back to London. This transatlantic collaboration, which began with the National Theatre production in 2018, is baked into Hadestown's DNA. We couldn't be more thrilled to bring them 'home' as Hadestown continues its love affair with the West End.

The production opened to huge critical acclaim at the Lyric Theatre this year, five years after a sold-out engagement at the National Theatre. The musical has been one hell of a hit, and is now booking in the West End until 28 September 2025.