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Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre

Music, lyrics & book by Anais Mitchell
Developed with and directed by Rachel Chavkin
Produced in London by Mara Isaacs, Dale Franzen, Hunter Arnold, Tom Kirdahy and the National Theatre,
in association with JAS Theatricals.

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Lyric Theatre

Lyric Theatre, 29 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1 7ES

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Ticket prices range from Tickets from £20

Hadestown is currently booking through to 28 September 2025.

Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate.

The acclaimed Broadway musical phenomenon by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin, is now playing at the Lyric Theatre. 

‘An epic celebration of music, togetherness and hope’ (Forbes), Hadestown is the winner of 8 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theatre Album.

Take an unforgettable journey to the underworld and back, intertwining two mythic love stories – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone.

A deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience, the show invites you to imagine how the world could be.

Reviews

★★★★★

‘The best show in town. Glorious.’

The Times

★★★★★

‘Achingly beautiful. Boldly original. Flawless.’

Sunday Express

★★★★

‘Big, beautiful and emotionally blasting’

Guardian

★★★★

‘Unlike any musical I’ve seen before. Captivating’

The i

★★★★

‘Theatre magic. A triumph.’

Time Out

★★★★

‘The most exhilarating ride. Sensational.’

WhatsOnStage

6 reviews

Nominated for the Olivier Awards 2024:

  • Best Musical Revival

Video

Five dancers wearing dirty rough work clothes all leaping in the air, smiling. A man stands on stage amongst them, playing trombone and another man stands off to the side, playing guitar.
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Original West End company trailer

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Galleries

Two people stand closely, facing each other with their foreheads touching. They have their eyes closed and hands gently holding each other's arms. The background is dimly lit with a soft blue light casting a dramatic effect. One person has a guitar strapped on their back.
Two people stand closely, facing each other with their foreheads touching. They have their eyes closed and hands gently holding each other's arms. The background is dimly lit with a soft blue light casting a dramatic effect. One person has a guitar strapped on their back.
Two people stand closely, facing each other with their foreheads touching. They have their eyes closed and hands gently holding each other's arms. The background is dimly lit with a soft blue light casting a dramatic effect. One person has a guitar strapped on their back.
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A theatre performance featuring five actors energetically dancing on stage. Three musicians can be seen in the background, adding to the lively atmosphere. The set is designed to resemble a rustic, multi-level interior. A person with long curly hair, wearing a dark textured coat, holds a white candle while looking intently at another person with short curly hair, who is gesturing and dressed in a white shirt with braces and a red scarf. They are on a dimly lit stage. A theatrical performance on stage with a diverse cast. The scene features a dramatic confrontation between two characters, one in a coat and the other in an apron, with a coompere and band in the background. The setting is vibrant and lively. A performer stands center stage holding a guitar, wearing a white apron and red neckerchief. Three other performers watch him from different positions on stage, dressed in rustic costumes. The background features a dimly lit, multi-level set. A person with curly hair adorned with beads and braids stands confidently, looking upwards with a slight smile. They wear a dark textured coat and carry a backpack, with a soft, focused light illuminating them against a blurred, warm-toned background. Three performers on stage wear coordinated, patterned costumes and headbands, striking animated poses under warm lighting. A dramatic set featuring a tall, ornate backdrop is visible, enhancing the theatrical atmosphere. A dramatic stage scene with a central figure in a long coat, surrounded by dancers in industrial-themed costumes. Musicians are visible in the background on an upper level, and smoke creates a moody atmosphere. The scene is lit with warm, golden tones. A woman in a vibrant green dress energetically sings on a dimly lit stage, holding a bottle in each hand. She is surrounded by actors in casual attire and musicians, with a dramatic backdrop of stairs and instruments. A dramatic stage scene with performers in rugged costumes, illuminated by warm, smoky lighting. The central character stands on a raised platform, surrounded by others. The background features an ornate balcony and atmospheric fog. A woman in an elaborate dark dress sings into a vintage microphone on stage, with a warm, intimate lighting setup. Two blurred figures stand in the background, one playing a string instrument. A person in a dark, stylish coat raises their gloved hand, standing against a dramatic, dimly lit background. Their expression is intense and focused, complemented by a patterned tie and neatly groomed hair. A performer in a gray suit and white hair dances energetically on stage holding a black lace umbrella. Another dancer in a green dress joins in. The vibrant ensemble creates a lively scene with varied costumes and dramatic lighting. A person stands on stage, holding a red flower aloft, surrounded by others dressed in varied costumes. The background features a dimly lit set with cast members watching intently, suggesting a theatrical performance or musical scene.

Production photography

A woman joyfully raises two wine bottles above her head, while a man behind her sits reading a newspaper. The room has white walls, blue chairs, and various items on shelves. The scene appears lighthearted and casual.
A woman joyfully raises two wine bottles above her head, while a man behind her sits reading a newspaper. The room has white walls, blue chairs, and various items on shelves. The scene appears lighthearted and casual.
A woman joyfully raises two wine bottles above her head, while a man behind her sits reading a newspaper. The room has white walls, blue chairs, and various items on shelves. The scene appears lighthearted and casual.
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Two people are smiling and embracing in a dance studio with a bright orange wall. They stand close to one another, with the person behind holding the hands of the person in front. Other people in various dance poses are visible in the blurred background. A man in a camouflage cap and dark hoodie stands next to a woman in a white fur coat holding a woven bag with a floral design. They appear to be having a serious conversation in a room with a gray door and light walls. In a brightly lit room, six people are dancing and jumping in a circular stage area. Other people stand on raised platforms behind them, one of them is holding a guitar. In a brightly lit room, a man stands in the foreground at a microphone on a stand. To his side and behind him stand nine people, some on a raised platform. In a brightly lit room, a group of people are enjoying going through a dance routine. Behind them some people are standing on a raised platform. A woman holding a bouquet of flowers stands with a woven tote bag adorned with floral embroidery. She is wearing a black top and gray trousers, looking to the side with a soft expression in a bright indoor setting. Three women in athletic wear practice a dance routine in a brightly lit studio, pointing forward in unison. Behind them, large windows and wall-mounted ballet barres are visible. Three fans are placed on the floor in the background. A man with curly hair and a beard is playing an electric guitar. He is wearing a white shirt and a guitar strap over his shoulder. The background is a bright orange wall with some furniture partially visible. The man appears to be speaking or explaining something. A man wearing a camouflage cap and black hoodie is standing in front of a microphone. He gestures with both hands, and is in a room with white walls and a pair of closed doors in the background. In a brightly lit room, five people are dancing in a line. A number of other people sit on a raised platform behindf them.

West End rehearsal images

Suitability

Age recommendation: 8+

Please note: This production contains strobe-like effects throughout.

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Cast

Lauren Azania
Lauren Azania photo portrait

Lauren Azania

Worker

Bella Brown
Bella Brown photo portrait

Bella Brown

Fate

Lucinda Buckley
Lucinda Buckley photo portrait

Lucinda Buckley

Swing

Madeline Charlemagne
Madeline Charlemagne photo portrait

Madeline Charlemagne

Eurydice

Allie Daniel
Allie-Daniel photo portrait

Allie Daniel

Fate

Francessca Daniella-Baker
Francessca Daniella-Baker photo portrait

Francessca Daniella-Baker

Fate

Tiago Dhondt Bamberger
Tiago Dhondt-Bamberger photo portrait

Tiago Dhondt Bamberger

Worker

Winny Herbert
Winny Herbert photo portrait

Winny Herbert

Swing

Ryesha Higgs
Ryesha Higgs photo portrait

Ryesha Higgs

Swing / Resident Choreographer

Beth Hinton-Lever
Beth Hinton-Lever photo portrait

Beth Hinton-Lever

Worker

Waylon Jacobs
Waylon Jacobs photo portrait

Waylon Jacobs

Worker

Melanie La Barrie
Melanie La Barrie photo portrait

Melanie La Barrie

Hermes

Trevor Dion Nicholas
Trevor Dion Nicholas photo portrait

Trevor Dion Nicholas

Hades

Miriam Nyarko
Miriam-Nyarko photo portrait

Miriam Nyarko

Swing

Simon Oskarsson
Simon Oskarrson photo portrait

Simon Oskarsson

Swing

Christopher Short
Christopher Short photo portrait

Christopher Short

Worker

Rachel Tucker
Rachel Tucker photo portrait

Rachel Tucker

Persephone

Dylan Wood
Dylan Wood photo portrait

Dylan Wood

Orpheus

Cast subject to change. The appearance of any cast member is not be guaranteed.

Artistic team

Music, lyrics & book

Anaïs Mitchell

Developed with & Directed by

Rachel Chavkin

Choreographer

David Neumann

Scenic Designer

Rachel Hauck

Costume Designer

Michael Krass

Lighting Designer

Bradley King

Co-Sound Designer

Nevin Steinberg

Co-Sound Designer

Jessica Paz

Musical Supervisor and Vocal Arrangements

Liam Robinson

Arrangements & Orchestrations

Michael Chorney

Arrangements & Orchestrations

Todd Sickafoose

Dramaturg

Ken Cerniglia

Casting

Jacob Sparrow

Jacob Sparrow

UK Associate Director

Maria Crocker

Maria Crocker

Music Director

Tarek Merchant

Tarek Merchant

Resident Director

Jasmine Teo

Jasmine Teo

Associate Music Director

George Francis

George Francis

Orchestral Manager

David Gallagher

David Gallagher

UK Associate Scenic Designer

Emma Pile

Emma Pile

US Associate Lighting Designer

Alexandra Mannix

Alexandra Mannix

UK Associate Lighting Designer

Michael Odam

Michael Odam

UK Associate Sound Designer

Kelsh B-D

Kelsh B-D

Costume Supervisor

Rachel Woodhouse

Rachel Woodhouse

Wigs, Hair & Make-Up Supervisor

Helen Keane for Campbell Young Associates

Helen Keane for Campbell Young Associates

Props Supervisor

Lily Mollgaard

Hadestown ticket prices

Tickets from £20

Groups rate

Groups of 10+ – £49.50
Valid for Tuesday – Thursday performances on Band A & Band B seats.

Schools rate

Groups of 10+ – £25
Valid for Tuesday – Thursday performances on Band A, B & C seats.

Email: groups@nimaxtheatres.com

Call: 0330 333 4817 (Open Monday – Friday 10am – 6pm)

Assisted performances

  • BSL Interpreted Performance: Friday 8 November 2024, 7.30pm
  • Captioned Performance: Wednesday 13 November 2024, 7.30pm
  • Audio Described Performance: Saturday 30 November 2024, 2.30pm

Access booking line:
Tel: 0330 333 4815
Email: access@nimaxtheatres.com