New Cast and Extended Run for Hadestown in the West End
Hadestown, the Grammy-winning, award-winning musical by Anaïs Mitchell, continues to captivate audiences in the West End. The genre-defying show has extended its stay at the Lyric Theatre and now offers Hadestown: Teen Edition for licensing in the UK and Ireland, making it even more accessible to young performers.
New Cast for Hadestown in the West End
The latest cast for Hadestown features an exciting lineup of talent, including:
Desmonda Cathabel as Eurydice
Victoria Hamilton-Barritt as Persephone
Chris Jarman as Hades
Cedric Neal as Hermes
Dylan Wood returns as Orpheus
Joining the ensemble are Melanie Bright, Lauran Rae, and Allie Daniel as the Fates, with Femi Akinfolarin, Michelle Andrews, Ollie Bingham, Laura Delany, and Sebastian Lim-Seet portraying the Workers. Lucinda Buckley, Juan Jackson, Oisín Nolan-Power, Lindo Shinda, and Jasmine Triadi will perform as swings.
Desmonda Cathabel and Dylan Wood - Photography by Marc Brenner
A Look at Hadestown and Its Mythic Love Stories
Hadestown tells two mythic love stories – the tragic journey of Orpheus and Eurydice, and the complicated relationship of Hades and Persephone. Both couples embark on journeys to the underworld and back, offering a unique and unforgettable theatrical experience. The musical’s powerful blend of folk, jazz, and blues music has made it a hit, and it has received numerous accolades, including nominations for three WhatsOnStage Awards. Melanie La Barrie won for her exceptional performance.
Hadestown: Teen Edition Now Available for Licensing
In an exciting move, Hadestown: Teen Edition is now available for licensing in the UK and Ireland, opening up the production to young performers and schools. This special edition brings the magic of Hadestown to a new generation of theatre lovers.
Creative Team Behind Hadestown
The creative team behind Hadestown in the West End includes:
Rachel Chavkin – Director (Tony Award-winning)
David Neumann – Choreography
Rachel Hauck – Scenic Design
Michael Krass – Costume Design
Bradley King – Lighting Design
Nevin Steinberg and Jessica Paz – Sound Design
Liam Robinson – Music Supervision and Vocal Arrangements
Michael Chorney and Todd Sickafoose – Arrangements and Orchestrations
Ken Cerniglia – Dramaturgy
Maria Crocker – UK Associate Director
Tarek Merchant – Musical Director and Associate Music Supervisor
Jacob Sparrow – Casting
Hadestown Extended in the West End
Hadestown continues its successful run in London at the Lyric Theatre until 15 February 2026. After a limited (and sold-out) season featuring the original Broadway cast, the production now has a new company and continues to captivate audiences with its unforgettable music and storytelling.
