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."
"The cast of this show was absolutely phenomenal!! Their ability to story tell is captivating and the singing is near perfection! The principle cast were the embodiments of the roles that they played and I could not imagine a better cast to see in Hadestown! I 100000% recommend it to anyone who likes a) Greek mythology and/or b) jazz music, or just anyone that wants to see a really good show! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 15, 2025
Nothing short of breathtaking
"The show was magnificent. I didn’t feel like I was watching a musical; I felt like I was living in it. My heart was racing the entire time, and I never wanted it to stop. Everyone was incredible and amazing, especially Jack Wolfe. He was breathtakingly ethereal. It was my first Broadway show ever, and I think it’s going to be hard to top."
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Megan B from WINTER GARDEN on Dec 15, 2025
Lived up to the hype
"Have been looking forward to the show for months, knew the story, knew the sound track, but was still excited to see how it played out live. Absolutely amazing from beginning to end. I plan on seeing it again"
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Daniel R from Braintree on Dec 14, 2025
Dazzling Spectacle!
"Amazing performances, dancing and singing. It made me cry and swell with happiness! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 10, 2025
Great music, great set, great actors
"Every actor and musician was amazing. Alex was played Hades and he was amazing. Such a cool set, you have to see this show on Broadway. "
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Katherine B from Maple Grove on Dec 7, 2025
A Perfect Night
"Hadestown is such an iconic show. My daughter asked to come for her 17th birthday to see Jack Wolf and it did not disappoint. It is such a beautiful story and every member of the cast was a sheer delight. We saw the understudy for Hades and he was brilliant! Thanks to this incredible cast and crew!"
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Carla S from Los Gatos on Dec 7, 2025
Amazing
"Absolutely loved it, 10/10 would recommend to everyone I know and don't know"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 7, 2025
INSANE
"Absolutely spectacular. Best show EVER! Must watch. Every character has immense talent. Life changing"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 5, 2025
Best Time of My Life
"This was the best experience I’ve ever had and I want to see the show again soon! The cast and the overall experience were absolutely incredible! "
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Morgan S from Rochester on Nov 30, 2025
JACK WOLFE
"I flew from Wisconsin to see Jack Wolfe and I have never been so happy about a purchase. The show was phenomenal and the perfect casting only made it better."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 29, 2025
Amazing!
"Hands down, the best musical I've ever seen. From the story (which will tear at your heartstrings), to the music (I've never before seen such a complete ensemble of top-level performers and musicians), to the set - this production has it all!"
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Steven K from Livonia on Nov 25, 2025
Amazing show
"I will truly never forget this musical. Jack and Morgan were amazing and I already miss everything about my show so much."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 24, 2025
This cast is must see!
"I saw Hadestown for the first time in early October. It was such a great show, I had to go back for an encore performance in mid-November! The entire cast was sensational, and I hate doing this, but I have to give a particular shout-out to Jack Wolfe. His voice and interpretation of Orpheus was stunning. I am already making plans to see the show for a third time! The show and cast are must see!"
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Allan G from Raleigh on Nov 20, 2025
If i would be staying one more day in nyc I would be buying tickets
"The voices tge set design the everything was amazing!
If I would be staying in New York City for one more day I would pay tickets for Hadestown to watch it again it was that amazing and I’m so sad having to go back to Germany knowing I probably won’t see this amazing cast again!!"
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Sariana H from München on Nov 20, 2025
Just Go!
"I loved everything about this show and really loved our seats, which gave us an incredible bird 's-eye view of the entire stage. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 17, 2025
pure magic
"Hadestown is an absolute triumph an electrifying swirl of poetry, passion, and soul-shaking music. Anaïs Mitchell’s score is a hypnotic blend of folk, jazz, and blues that wraps around you like warm smoke, while the story mythic, aching, and timeless—hits with unexpected emotional force. Every character bursts with fire, wit, and vulnerability, and the staging is so stylish and immersive it feels like stepping into an underworld speakeasy. It’s rare for a show to be this inventive and this moving; Hadestown is pure theatrical magic."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 17, 2025
Layered story telling brought to ebullient life
"Greek lore brought to life through memorable and lively music and songs and an animated and talented cast. Mesmerized from the first note to the last exhale; this is why you go to the theatre!"
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Roberto d from Smith's on Nov 16, 2025
I Absolutely Loved It!!!
"It was a spectacular show! I loved every aspect of the show! Each actor was unique and brought great performances to their characters! I love Greek Mythology! I have already recommended this wonderful play to my family,friends and neighbors!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 16, 2025
LOVED IT
"The actors did an absolutely wonderful job! I took a 3 hour train ride there and back in one day just to see this show with Jack Wolfe in it. I thought ALL of the actors did amazing! Jack and Morgans stage chemistry was incredible. Would definitely come back to see it again!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 16, 2025
chills at every turn
"the music live was INCREDIBLE. and I knew the how it ended but still teared up. "
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Karen S from Kinsman on Nov 10, 2025
A wonderful and touching show
"Beautiful music, scenery, cast and orchestra. A strong story and a message we need to hear over and over again.
Thank you !!
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Antoine L from Paris on Nov 8, 2025
This cast!!!
"I was fortunate enough to see the original cast a few years ago and last night went back to see it again….. it was fantastic!!! The voices and acting will haunt me—- wish I could get a recording of this current cast "
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Sara B from Tallahassee on Nov 8, 2025
Outstanding
"Jack Wolf was at his best. Everyone was better than anticipated. We even had an understudy and could not imagine anyone else in that roll. We would love to see it again. But it t was so good we felt the otter time with different actors would be a let down. We going home with great memories "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 28, 2025
Get on board!
"I've seen it 4 times now, twice on Broadway and twice on tour. I loved each cast, such talented singers. I know I will be back!"
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James B from North Wilkesboro on Oct 27, 2025
SIMPLY AMAZING
"The storyline, the quality of each cast member’s performance, the emotions this show invoked …I felt like I shared SO MUCH with every other person in the theater. Gods having regular “people problems”, how far love can reach and overcome, the beauty and emotion each individual portrayed…all created a beautiful memory that I will never forget."
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Maximina B from Newburyport on Oct 26, 2025
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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.
