Hadestown recently hit the West End at London’s Lyric Theatre, following a successful run at the National Theatre and then Broadway, before it finally returned to London. The all-musical performance was written by singer and songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and directed by Rachel Chavkin. The plot loosely follows the classic Greek myth of Orpheus (Dónal Finn) and Eurydice (Grace Hodgett-Young), a tale of a talented musician who follows his love into the Underworld using his musical talents to the best of his abilities.
The plot loosely follows the classic Greek myth of Orpheus (Dónal Finn) and Eurydice (Grace Hodgett Young). (Image: Marc Brenner) The plot also follows the story of Hades, King of the Underworld (Zachary James) and his wife and Queen Persephone (Gloria Onitiri). It is set within old-world America, combining dapper suits, saloon settings and underworld souls such as miners and factory workers.
It is set within old-world America, combining dapper suits, saloon settings and underworld souls such as miners and factory workers. (Image: Marc Brenner) The story is told through the narrative of Hermes, God of Messages (Melanie La Barrie) who brings a charismatic and comedic side to the character with dialogue spoken in a rich and warm Caribbean twang. The story is told through the narrative of Hermes, God of Messages (Melanie La Barrie).
(Image: Marc Brenner) The music is a mix of modern American folk and jazz inspired by New Orleans, with a mix of power ballads, catc.
