Hadestown

Hadestown is a musical reworking of the Orpheus and Eurydice myth, staged at the Lyric Theatre in London. Its score began as a concept album by Anaïs Mitchell, blending New Orleans jazz with American folk.

Anaïs Mitchell first released the material as a concept album, combining the rhythms of New Orleans jazz with American folk melodies. The stage version was directed by Rachel Chavkin and opened at London's National Olivier Theatre before reaching Broadway, where it won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Score.

The story follows Eurydice, who accepts work in Hades'grim underground factory to escape poverty and a bitter winter. Separated from her, Orpheus sets out on a perilous search to win her back. Their journey runs alongside the myths of Hades and Persephone, while Hermes and the Fates appear throughout, all within a Depression-era setting.

The creative team is shared by Chavkin and Mitchell with set designer Rachel Hauck, costume designer Michael Krass, lighting designer Bradley King, choreographer David Neumann, and sound designers Nevin Steinberg and Jessica Paz. The production is staged at the Lyric Theatre, which hosts concerts and shows in London.