Amelia, you were FATED to land this role! We’re so proud of you! Mom, Dad, Xavier, Domenic and Oliver

Amelia, so proud of your talent and effort!! Break a leg!! Love, Memere

Break a leg, Amelia! So enjoy watching you out on that stage. Beyond proud of you!! Love you to the moon and back!💕 Grammy and Grampy

ACT ONE

The Greek god Hermes welcomes the audience to the show, introducing the story, characters, ensemble, and band (“Road to Hell”). This is followed by Eurydice and the Fates describing the harsh weather and famine of the setting (“Any Way the Wind Blows”). Orpheus, Hermes’ ward, introduces himself to Eurydice and asks her to marry him (“Come Home With Me”). Eurydice is doubtful as they both live in poverty. Orpheus tells her that he is writing a song to make spring come again, and they will no longer have to struggle (“Wedding Song”).

Orpheus tells the story of Hades and Persephone (“Epic I”). Persephone arrives in the world above and celebrates summertime (“Livin’ it Up on Top”), while Eurydice begins to truly fall in love with Orpheus (“All I’ve Ever Known”). Hades comes early to collect Persephone, and she voices her misery of having to return to Hadestown, Hades’ underground factory. Despite hearing about the never-ending labor endured by the factory workers, Eurydice is intrigued by the rich praises sung by the Fates as well as the promise of protection that Hadestown offers (“Way Down Hadestown”). The cold weather returns and Eurydice searches for food and firewood, urging Orpheus to finish his song (“A Gathering Storm”). Orpheus continues working on his song (“Epic II”), as Eurydice becomes more desperate as times grow harder.

After Persephone and Hades argue (“Chant”), Hades leaves Hadestown to find someone who will appreciate its safety and security. He comes across a desperate Eurydice and invites her to come to Hadestown (“Hey, Little Songbird”) and the Fates urge Eurydice to join him (“When the Chips Are Down”). With the cold surging and an empty stomach, Eurydice sees no other choice except following Hades. She bids goodbye to Orpheus before heading to Hadestown as the Fates chastise the audience for judging her for choosing self-interest over love (“Gone, I’m Gone”). Orpheus discovers Eurydice’s disappearance, and decides to rescue her from Hadestown. He sets off on his journey using Hermes’ instructions on how to get to Hadestown without the use of the train (“Wait for Me”). Eurydice arrives in Hadestown and signs the contract, officially becoming a worker as Hades revels in his power and dominion over the denizens of his city (“Why We Build the Wall”).

ACT TWO

In an entr’acte, Persephone sings to the patrons of a speakeasy that she runs behind Hades’s back (“Our Lady of the Underground”). Eurydice begins to realize the consequences of her choice to go to Hadestown: she will soon become a forgotten laborer and can never leave unless Hades consents to let her go (“Way Down Hadestown (Reprise)”). She forgets her memories of the world above (“Flowers”).

Orpheus arrives in Hadestown and promises Eurydice that he will take her home with him (“Come Home with Me (Reprise)”). Hades appears and reveals to him that Eurydice willingly signed the contract, which Eurydice regretfully confirms (“Papers”). Hades orders the workers to attack Orpheus and the Fates tell him to give up hope (“Nothing Changes”). Orpheus vows to find a way to free Eurydice, rallying the workers and catching Persephone’s attention in the process (“If It’s True”).

Persephone is inspired by Orpheus’s determination and pleads with Hades to let Eurydice go (“How Long?”). While the workers begin to truly question the freedom they were promised, Hades bitterly offers Orpheus a chance to sing his completed song, threatening to kill him afterwards (“Chant (Reprise)”). Orpheus sings his song, reminding Hades of his love for Persephone (“Epic III”). Hades and Persephone reconcile with a dance, after which Orpheus and Eurydice promise to stay together no matter how hard (“Promises”). Orpheus asks Hades if they may leave, and Hades tells him that he has not reached a decision. The Fates taunt Hades for his dilemma: If he kills Orpheus and keeps Eurydice captive, they become martyrs, but if he lets them go, he loses control over his workers as they have begun to agitate for their freedom (“Word to the Wise”). Hades decides to let Orpheus and Eurydice go on one condition: Orpheus must lead them out. If he turns around to confirm that Eurydice is following him, she will return to Hadestown and remain there forever (“His Kiss, the Riot”).

Hermes explains the condition to Orpheus and Eurydice, and they begin heading out with the workers looking to them for hope. Persephone and Hades decide to give their relationship another chance (“Wait for Me (Reprise)”). Just as Orpheus makes it up to the end, he is overcome by doubt and turns around, condemning Eurydice to return to Hadestown (“Doubt Comes In”). Hermes reflects on the somber tale and why it must be told, as the story resets to the beginning and the company begins to tell it again (“Road to Hell (Reprise)”). After the bows at curtain call, the cast honors Orpheus for his optimism and bravery (“We Raise Our Cups”).

Lily – Best wishes for you and the entire cast of Hadestown! We are so excited for you. Break a leg! From Bev Krajec and Tom Johnson-Willman

Lily….We have loved watching you grow and blossom into the person you are today on stage and beyond! Continue to strive to new heights and look forward to the years to come. Love Mom, Dad, Katie, Abby (Tom & Jerry too!)

Iris, congrats on your first show with Peacock getting to be a favorite show of all ours! Break a leg!

Congratulations, Elyse! We can’t wait to see you perform! We know you’ll be killin’ it! Love – Mom, Dad and Phillip

Congrats, Izzy!! We are so excited to see you shine! Love Mom, Dad and Owen

PRODUCTION DIRECTOR
Elle Millar

PRODUCTION MUSIC DIRECTOR
Karina Allayne

CHOREOGRAPHER
Carli Hamilton

THE BAND
Karina Allayne (Keys), Dave Brown (Violin), Bill Curtis (Guitar), Nate Lamy (Drums), Justin McLean (Bass), Zachary Wiesch (Trombone)

PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER
Olive Gunnis

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER
Gianna Caputo, Sophia Scribner

STAGE CREW
Raylyn Despres, Kellen Rebelo

SCENIC DESIGN LEADS
Will English, Elle Millar

SCENIC CREATION VOLUNTEERS
Lily Azevedo, Eric Charest, Elyse Holmes, Gavin McCullough, Maeve McNeal, Curtis Newton, Caitlyn Rowe, Lucas Wright, Holmes Family, The Lien-Hurley Family, The Rowe Famile

COSTUME DESIGN
Allison Szklarz

LIGHTING DESIGN
Amelia English, James Yavarow

LIGHTING BOARD OPERATOR
Kayla DiGennaro

SOUND DESIGN
Eric Charest

HOUSE MANAGER
Michelle Bedy

DIGITAL PLAYBILL & GRAPHICS DESIGN
Elle Millar

WEBSITE DESIGN
CleverLight Media

PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
Amelia English

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Elle Millar

Congratulations, Maeve! Always so fun to watch you on stage. Watch out NYC here she comes!

Way to go, Maeve! We love you and are always so amazed by what you do. Love Mom, Dad

Caitlyn, we’re proud of you for being such a hard WORKER, both on stage & off. We hope being in Hadestown this summer was fun & rewarding! Love, Mom, Dad, & Conor

Congrats, Tessa! We are so proud of you for trying something new and exciting! We can’t wait to see you shine! Love, Mom, Dad, & Maeve

Congratulations, Jacoby!! You are so talented, keep chasing your dreams! Love you, Mom <3

Lucas, watching you take the stage fills our hearts with pride. Your growth and passion inspire us every day. Keep shining and reaching for the stars! <3 mom and dad