Broadway’s production of Hadestown is set to introduce a fresh principal cast on March 3rd. The musical will feature notable figures including Joshua Colley, who will play the role of Orpheus. Colley is recognized for his work on the Disney Channel and Broadway. Joining him, Gary Dourdan will portray Hades, while J. Harrison Ghee takes on the character of Hermes. Gaby Moreno, a Grammy Award winner, will play Persephone, and Jordan Tyson will make her mark as Eurydice.
Hadestown’s Journey on Broadway
Hadestown is currently celebrating its seventh successful year on Broadway, presented at the Walter Kerr Theatre. The production is also gearing up for its third year in London’s West End, returning to the city six years after its initial run in 2018 at the National Theatre. The musical completed a record-breaking three-year North American tour in 2024 and has expanded globally with performances in cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Amsterdam, and South Korea. Notably, a new production is set to debut in Brazil by summer 2026.
Current Principal Cast and Upcoming Changes
As of now, the cast includes:
- Morgan Dudley as Eurydice
- Kurt Elling as Hermes
- Allison Russell as Persephone
- Paulo Szot as Hades
- Jack Wolfe as Orpheus
This talented ensemble will perform their final show on March 1st. Supporting them are Jessie Shelton, Kay Trinidad, and Brit West, who portray the Fates. The chorus of Workers features Emily Afton, Malcolm Armwood, Jeffrey Cornelius, Sydney Parra, and Alex Puette. Additional cast members include swings Sojourner Brown, Brandon Cameron, Ayla Ciccone-Burton, KC Dela Cruz, Tara Jackson, Max Kumangai, Gregory Treco, and Tanner Ray Wilson. Whitley Theatrical handles the casting.
The Creative Vision Behind Hadestown
Hadestown started as an indie theater project by artist Anaïs Mitchell. Her collaboration with director Rachel Chavkin transformed it into an acclaimed musical that combines modern American folk music and jazz influences from New Orleans. The narrative intricately weaves two love stories: that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of Hades and Persephone.
The production invites audiences on a captivating journey to the underworld, blending industry and nature, doubt and faith, and fear and love. With an outstanding cast of actors, dancers, and singers, Hadestown promises a resonant and uplifting theatrical experience.
