A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
"Utterly fabulous. Rachel Chavkin is fearlessly innovative. Her wildly inventive production arrives on Broadway with a furnace-like blast of creativity."
The Hollywood Reporter
David Rooney
"Sumptuous. Gorgeous. As good as it gets. You wish you could live in the glowy moment forever."
"Hadestown is an incredible modern adaption of the classic Orpheus & Eurydice story. As someone who LOVES the original story, watched the film Black Orpheus which was a Brazilian adaption to an overall lover of myth, theater & literature — Hadestown accomplished something many others failed.
It ADDED new perspective to a classic story providing a modern twist that is resonate with our current economic landscape while retaining 100% of the essence of a classic. It is an incredible show end to end, the vocal performances, songwriting, stage & set design, musical ensemble & arrangement all were 10/10.
I had a first fow seat-center orchestra just so I can experience every detail and nuance as far as visual motifs goes. I loved the show and will be seeing it again this time from the balcony so now I’ll get a full Birds Eye view of all the polyrhythmic background elements I may have missed,
If you into greek mythology this is a must see. If your into musicals this is a must see, if you into lyrical storytelling this is a must see, if you into simply having a great time and being transported into a different world this is must see. However you we slice it, Hadestown is a must see!
I stand by this message hence why I exposed my name 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Enjoy. All the best to the team "
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Olivier L from Brooklyn on Oct 5, 2026
Loved it
"As a Greek mythology nerd I loved it. The songs were perfect and pretty and the costumes were amazing. Persephone was beautiful. And the red one the back of Hades vest to show his double nature was amazing."
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Joseph M from Akron on Oct 4, 2026
Unbelievable
"Thoroughly impressed with the cast, music, dancing and choreography."
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Amanda F from Courtenay on Oct 4, 2026
A Beautifully Tragic Love Story
"I loved the entire show! Actors were cast well and very fitting for each role. All voices were amazing and brought me to tears! I would def recommend this show!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 29, 2026
The talent was fantastic!
"The entire cast was amazing! The energy, the heart, the voices, the dancing and the music beautifully told this story that made you feel all the feels. We highly recommend this show!"
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Elizabeth E from Winfield on Sep 26, 2026
What a great show!
"We went to a mid-week matinee and really enjoyed the show. Wonderful singing and music, a great set, an engaging story, what's not to love? The theater was remarkably intimate; I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. We strongly recommend this show."
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Spencer M from Portland on Sep 26, 2026
Enjoyable
"My family and I (all adults) greatly enjoyed the show. The singing was very strong."
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Gaylin V from St. Thomas on Sep 23, 2026
This show rocks!
"The music, the energy, the storyline. All 10/10. Well worth the trip!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 21, 2026
Amazing show!
"Wonderful stage, wonderful cast and a beautiful story! We really liked it!"
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wim v from Drongen on Sep 15, 2026
Great music
"The singing was fantastic, even if sometimes the music was louder than the words. The staging was very imaginative. Very enjoyable even if you don't know anything about the story."
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 14, 2026
Hadestown- AMAZING
"Took my 17 year old daughter to see Hadestown. It was absolutely fantastic. Literally crying at the end. Sooooo good and the music is amazing!!!! Would definitely see it again. "
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Jessica L from Middletown on Sep 13, 2026
Loved this show and theatre!
"Truly not a bad seat in the house! Would see Hadestown again and my husband and 12 year old loved it also!!"
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Melissa C from New Oxford on Sep 13, 2026
Super
"Whole production was great. Amount of talent is amazing.
Great story, teary moments… "
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Liubov M from Palm Beach on Sep 10, 2026
WONDERFUL
"I used to hate this musical. Listened to it, watched bootlegs, did not get the hype. I decided to see it live and see if that would change anything. It did. It's amaizing. Not made for the screen, made to be seen live, to be experienced. So incredible. Kayko was great as Orpheus and Jasmin made me dream as Eurydice. Perfect voices. Great dances and stage, musicians are incredible live."
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 9, 2026
Great show
"Reviews can’t do it justice. The show is even better than expected. "
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Tai L from Lafayette on Sep 7, 2026
Insanely good!
"Beautiful story, beautiful performances. I want to see them sing it again and again and again :-)"
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 6, 2026
One Of The Best Shows I Have Seen!
"My friend chose this play. I didn’t know much about it, other than every person I told I was seeing it said it was fantastic. I was blown away from the opening number!
The story, the talent, including the musicians on stage, the simple set, but it fit. I highly recommend this play! It’s now one of my favorite shows."
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Laura L from Miramar on Sep 5, 2026
Great show
"Wonderful performances, amazing vocal harmonies, great instrumentation."
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 3, 2026
Amazing Show!!!
"The talent in this performance was amazing!! Seriously one of the best shows I’ve ever seen. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 3, 2026
Outstanding!
"This is my daughter’s favorite musical so we took her to see it. We were all blown away at the talent! 10/10 would recommend seeing! We would see this again in a heartbeat. This show is next level! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 30, 2026
Sitting up close is key
"The show was amazing, overwhelming. We sat in Row D, Center, where you could see the actors' facial expressions and their every move. The three Fates were my favorites, the harmony of their songs, their costumes, their facial expressions. The movement of the stage floor, up, down, around, kept your rapt attention and interest. All the actors and musicians were wonderful, so talented. Afterwards, several appeared at the stage door, signed Playbills, and were so friendly and willing to stand for selfies. They thanked us for coming! The man next to us wore a Hadestown tee shirt, said he had seen the show 6 times. I know why. One day later, it is still running through my thoughts."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 30, 2026
Worth the entrance fee!!
"Be sure to be at the theater on time, you don't want to miss anything, great show"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 30, 2026
Genius production!
"The show keeps you fully captivated for a full 2 hours. Absolutely wonderful cast (Hermes was our favotite), awesome songs accompanied by talented musicians. The entire cast was amazing! Worth every $,"
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Ramesh S from Madison on Aug 28, 2026
Cannot believe this was my first time seeing this show
"The musical score and performance are unparalleled. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 26, 2026
Exceptional
"Exceptional production. Talented and believable performers. Kept you moving, thinking, wondering and clapping. Not a dull moment. Extraordinary musical. Didn't want it to end. "
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Tyrone P from Baltimore on Aug 24, 2026
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About
Hadestown
Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate. This acclaimed new musical by celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today… and always.
Hadestown intertwines two mythic tales—that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone—as it invites you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, singers, dancers, and musicians, Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.
