Hadestown (Broadway)

See it if You want to see a truly original take on this classic story with some great moments in what I would call a mixed bag.

Don't see it if You’re expecting something revolutionary or deserving of 14 Tony Award nominations.

Also Maybe my expectations were too high but this just didn’t live up to what I was hoping for. That being said...it was good... I was surprised at how emotional I was at the end so obviously it effected me on some level. Loved the choreography and costumes in particular.... Read more Read less

See it if Nonstop musical orgasm takes us to the land of the dead. The timeless myth is rendered current with feeling & urgency. Creative staging.

Don't see it if You don't like romantic tragedies or folk-pop-blues music. Plus a political statement on the darkness of Trump's America.

See it if u want to see Chavkin at her creative best, directing a not-quite-heavenly but inventive & ambitious retelling of a Greek underworld romance

Don't see it if u don't have some basic knowledge of Greek mythology; you seek sexual chemistry, character development, rich narrative &/or a classic score.

Also A first-rate cast (except for a woefully miscast Reeve Carney as Orpheus) deliver alternately thrilling New Orleans-inspired songs and ridiculous power ballads with conviction & earnestness as they maneuver through Chavkin & Hauck's inventive, evocative set. But at the heart of the play, there's just no heart. There are few sparks between the two pairs of lovers, rendering the "romance" a rather hollow affair. There's much to admire here, and it may well have been the best musical of an otherwise mediocre season, but this is more of a triumph of style over substance than anything else.... Read more Read less

See it if Greek drama with a New Orleans flavor catches your fancy. Big talented cast including the on stage musicians. Interesting retelling of myths

Don't see it if your taste runs to sparkly upbeat musicals. Ending suggests we will spend more time on hopes and prayers than realizing possibilities.

See it if Deep dive down South to Dixie and beneath with doomed love; and the shadow is king. Onstage folk opera band. Gray is otherworldly talented.

Don't see it if Similar to "Once" albeit a Greek "Once" with memorable sumptious folk opera concert elements and extremely well cast. Enough wall plotpoints

Also Uptown Experimental Broadway.

See it if you are curious to see the show that won best musical in 2019. Amazing stars and ensemble, wonderful singing, great costumes, lighting.

Don't see it if you want something cheerful and if you'd prefer to see something where the actors speak (this is all sung). Long (2 1/2 hours w/intermission

Also I think this is one of those shows that will grow on me after having seen it. I'm enjoying some of the music more today than I did at the theater. But having seen it makes it more accessible and interesting. I find that is often the case for certain shows.... Read more Read less

See it if Absolutely phenomenal singing (the song "Wait for me" was soooo beautiful). Andre de Shields & Reeve Carney are superstars!

Don't see it if May help to quickly read a brief synopsis via Wikipedia if you're not familiar with the story. Such a wonderful musical overall!

See it if a brilliant marriage of contemporary flare with legendary myths; hot & sexy bluesy music; great direction, acting, singing & choreography.

Don't see it if Orpheus could use a stronger actor but Carney is sweet & innocent; you don't like jazz/blues; prefer your stories above ground; must see.

See it if Andre De Shields is a national treasure. He glides across the stage as our guide to the Orpheus & Eurydice myth. Wonderful staging.

Don't see it if Also loved Patrick Page as Hades. His deep voice is just perfect for the part. I liked the music but couldn't understand some of the lyrics

See it if you enjoy a dark story told well, a bit jazzier than the orig NYTW prod. but much higher in energy with a set that tells the story.

Don't see it if classic dark stories are not your thing

See it if you like good musicals with characters you care about.

Don't see it if you don't like dark stories.

See it if you were (or were not) a fan of the NYTW version. That had some kinks to be worked out (miscasting, etc.) that have been remedied here.

Don't see it if you are not a fan of mythology-based musicals & are not willing to set that aside to see a vibrant, beautiful production.

Also The additions of André De Shields & Reeve Carney were definite upgrades from the NYTW cast, and Eva Noblezada is as engaging as her wonderful NYTW counterpart. Patrick Page and Amber Gray are still perfection, and the staging here is beautifully realized.

I didn’t connect with the story as much as most of the audience, because I don’t tend to connect with mythology tales. That said there is certainly relevance along with an appealing score in this one. Well worth seeing!... Read more Read less

See it if you're looking for a show that doesn't feel like a traditional old fashioned musical.

Don't see it if you'd prefer a big, splashy musical.

See it if you value smart, strong, strangely-beautiful storytelling; you don’t want to be left out of the hype; are a fan of Amber Gray and company.

Don't see it if intertwining love stories in an Underworld setting and rooted in mythological stories won’t appeal to you; you prefer lighthearted fare.

Also Inventive, innovative, illuminating of human and mythic tropes of love, power, distrust, creativity, and decision-making: this is Hadestown. Catchy music, storytelling, choreography, staging, lighting, and acting combine masterfully as alchemy. Don’t be dissuaded if unfamiliar with Greek Mythology: the major themes are familiar enough (pay attention to the opening number, too). While I didn’t find it a sob-fest, other audience members left crying. And while I enjoy Reeve Carney elsewhere, I’m undecided about his high, reedy voice, but perhaps that’s more due to the music writing than his sound. He has some lovely moments—I just wish he’d more lines and presence overall. Alas, sometimes, when an ensemble cast is this good, someone gets lost in the undertow. This is the best new-musical I’ve seen since The Great Comet of 1812. Rachel Chavkin is behind both works; Amber Gray is, deliciously, a scene-stealing firecracker in both, too. Lightning keeps striking, lighting the imagination.... Read more Read less

See it if Musical with great staging and set.

Don't see it if This Greek tragedy

See it if You want to see a masterpiece in all ways. I want to see it again. So relevant to today’s times.

Don't see it if You want to see an old school musical. This one is so original. I’d say go

See it if You want to see a show that is wonderfully different, that makes you rethink what musical theater can be.

Don't see it if You want to see something that's all sing song and smiles.

See it if you want inventively-staged, poetic-style musical with bluesy/jazzy/rock score telling intertwined Greek myths re love, marriage, & climate.

Don't see it if you're not willing to indulge poetic-type storytelling, or want/expect a more conventional B'way musical.

See it if you want to be completely mesmerized by a theatrical experience. Everything about this show was brilliant and captivating.

Don't see it if I can't think of a reason not to see this show. It blew me away

Also Believe all the hype about Hadestown. It was phenomenal! Every aspect, from the music to the movement/choreogrpahy, the scenic design, the lighting design, and of course, the performances were wonderful.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see the best musical of the year! It deserves everything!

Don't see it if NOTHING, just run and see it.

See it if Perfectly conceived and produced show. Mesmerizing in energy and performance. Knock out cast.

Don't see it if See it.

See it if you like a musical that not only entertains, but makes you think this brilliant show is for you!

Don't see it if You only like musicals that make you smile.

See it if you want to see the show that is absolutely going to win best musical at this year's Tony Awards.

Don't see it if you want to see a traditional Broadway Musical.

See it if you want to see the most hyped up show of the season. The acting was great across the board and the production value was off the charts.

Don't see it if you are expecting the next Hamilton. The hype is a little over the top for this show but it is still very good and worth seeing.

See it if You want something different. The leads are good (it’s Eva Noblezada!), but it’s about Patrick Page and Amber Gray, which is weird, but good

Don't see it if You need light comedy, don’t like mythology, need catchy pop tunes, or I JUST DON’T KNOW. The music, story, and staging are gorgeous.

Also We were lucky enough to have seen this at the NYTW, on a freaky night where Hermès (Toby on This is Us) had laryngitis, and couldn’t sing, so Anais Mitchell came out and sang his part, while he mouthed the lyrics and acted the part. Truly crazy! We loved it then, but we’re amazed at how far it’s come.... Read more Read less