HADESTOWN Returns to Nashville in 2025
Nashville, get ready to roll those eyes and tap your toes because HADESTOWN is making a comeback! This incredible musical, which won a whopping eight Tony Awards in 2019, including the coveted title of Best New Musical, is returning to the Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s Jackson Hall from March 7-9, 2025. If you missed it last time, you definitely don’t want to miss this opportunity!
Get Your Tickets Now!
Tickets are already on sale, and with the buzz surrounding HADESTOWN‘s return, you’ll want to grab yours quickly! You can purchase tickets online at TPAC.ORG, over the phone at 615-782-4040, or in person at the TPAC Box Office located at 505 Deaderick St. in downtown Nashville. If you’re part of a big group of ten or more, special arrangements can be made; just call 615-782-4060 for more info. Oh, and don’t forget to use the TPAC Concierge App for a hassle-free ticket delivery experience!
A Little Bit About HADESTOWN
For those who might not be familiar, HADESTOWN is not just any musical; it’s a groundbreaking piece created by celebrated singer-songwriter and Tony winner Anaïs Mitchell. Working alongside her artistic collaborator, original director, and another Tony winner, Rachel Chavkin, this show has made waves in the theater world. What’s really impressive is that it marks the first time in over ten years that a woman has been the solo author of a Broadway musical, meaning she wrote the music, lyrics, and book all by herself. How cool is that?
Since its Broadway debut at the Walter Kerr Theatre on April 17, 2019, HADESTOWN has captivated audiences night after night. The show features two intertwining love stories—the romantic journey of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice and the complex partnership between King Hades and his wife, Persephone. This inventive take on an ancient tale invites audiences to join their hell-raising journey to the underworld and back!
A Musical Journey Like No Other
Musically, HADESTOWN is a delightful blend of modern American folk music and New Orleans-inspired jazz. Mitchell’s entrancing melodies and Chavkin’s poetic storytelling pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love, creating an emotionally charged experience for everyone in the theater. With a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers, and singers, this show truly delivers an unforgettable and hopeful theatrical experience.
Record-Breaking Success
Before its return to Nashville, HADESTOWN had a journey that started with a world premiere in 2016 at the New York Theatre Workshop, claiming the record for the longest-running show in its celebrated 40-year history. It also made its way to Canada with a successful premiere at Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre in 2017 and sold out performances at London’s National Theatre in 2018.
Community Support
All of this success wouldn’t have been possible without support from various organizations, including funding from the Eli and Edythe Broad Stage at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center and further development by Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Co-conceived by Ben t. Matchstick, HADESTOWN has become a show that is not only popular among theatrical fans but also a testament to what exceptional storytelling and creativity can achieve.
So, Nashville, mark your calendars for March 7-9, 2025, as HADESTOWN is set to return, and it’s bound to be a performance you won’t want to miss!
