Anais Mitchell's breathtaking musical wows at the Lyric Theatre London

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Hadestown

Anaïs Mitchell's multi-award-winning musical Hadestown, inspired by Greek mythology, opens in the West End following acclaimed seasons at the National Theatre and on Broadway. This breathtaking show tells the dual story of jaded spouses Hades and Persephone, and fledging lovers Orpheus and Eurydice, as a harsh winter descends in an industrial town. Will Eurydice be tricked into selling her soul to Hades? With folk-inspired songs such as “Way Down Hadestown” and the heart-stopping “Wait For Me”, Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin’s production has been a huge hit on both sides of the Atlantic. In New York, it won eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, and now, back in London at the Lyric Theatre, a hugely talented cast - Dónal Finn as Orpheus, Grace Hodgett-Young as Eurydice, Melanie La Barrie as Hermes, Gloria Onitiri as Persephone and Zachary James as Hades - make it one of the most unique musicals to see in the capital.

Show Times

Booking From: 16 February 2024
Booking Until: 22 December 2024
Running Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Age Restrictions: Recommended 8+

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About the Lyric Theatre

The Lyric Theatre has seen a steady stream of hit musicals and plays since it first opened in 1888. Located on Shaftesbury Avenue, in the heart of the West End, the Lyric Theatre has showcased some huge stars over its history including Vivien Leigh, Alec Guinness, Woody Harrelson, Ian McKellen, Dawn French and yes, even Peter Andre.

Notable productions at the Lyric Theatre include The Seagull starring Helen Mirren, Blood Brothers, Cabaret and Michael Jackson musical Thriller - Live, which ran for over 11 years. The Lyric Theatre now continues its tradition of hosting great musical theatre, with SIX the Musical playing through the first half of 2021 and new musical The Drifters Girl set to follow.

Lyric Theatre History and Timeline

Thriller Live plays its last performance

2020-03-15

Due to the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic, Thriller Live is forced to close earlier than planned. The hit musical played its final performance on 15th March 2020.

Get Up, Stand Up! opens at the Lyric Theatre

2021-10-20

The press night for Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical garners a 5 star review from The Telegraph, calling it "A brilliant show that gives Bob Marley back his bite."

Aspects of Love opens

2023-05-26

Michael Ball leads a revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Aspects of Love. Ball starred in the original 1989 production as Alex and plays Uncle George in the revival.

SIX transfers to the Lyric Theatre

2020-12-05

After its long run at the Arts Theatre, SIX the Musical transfers to the Lyric for socially distanced performances. Unfortunately it is closed abruptly on 15th December due to further COVID restrictions. It reopens at the Lyric on 21st May 2021.

Irma La Douce runs at the Lyric

1956-07-17

The long running French musical 'Irma La Douce' ran at the Lyric Theatre for 1,512 performances. Directed by Peter Brook, the show featured choreography by John Heawood. The cast included Keith Michell, Elizabeth Seal and Clive Revill. The musical follows the life of a successful prostitute in Paris and a law student who falls in love with her. The musical transferred to Broadway in 1960.

The Lyric Theatre Opens

1888-12-17

The second theatre to be built on Shaftesbury Avenue, and now the oldest surviving on the street opened in 1888. It was designed by C.J Phipps and was built by producer Henry Leslie. The theatre was largely funded by the profits of the comic opera 'Dorothy', which transferred from the Prince of Wales to the Lyric as the opening production.

The Edwardian musical Floradora ran at the Lyric

1899-11-11

Floradora' went on to be one of the most successful Broadway musicals of the 20th Century. Written by Jimmy Davis and Leslie Stuart, the West End production ran for 455 performances at the Lyric - more than any other show of the time. The cast included Evie Greene, Willie Edouin and Ada Reeve.

Lilac Time has its London premiere

1922-12-22

The London production of 'Das Dreimäderlhaus' was adapted as 'Lilac Time' by Adrian Ross and GH Clutsam. It ran for 626 performances at the Lyric, and starred Courtice Pounds and Clara Butterworth.

The Royal Family opens

1934-01-01

George S Kaufman and Edna Ferber's play 'The Royal Family' has its West End premiere at the Lyric Theatre. The production was directed by Noel Coward and starred Laurence Olivier as Tony Cavendish. The play was a parody of the Barrymore family of actors.

The Winslow Boy has its premiere at the Lyric

1946-01-01

Terence Rattigan's play 'The Winslow Boy' had its premiere at the Lyric Theatre in a production that starred Emlyn Williams, Mona Washbourne, Angela Baddeley, Kathleen Harrison, Clive Morton and Jack Watling. It was directed by Glen Byam Shaw. Inspired by an actual event, the play was seen as quite shocking at the time, and was soon made into a film in 1948 starring Anthony Asquith.

Robert and Elizabeth runs at the Lyric

1964-10-20

The original West End production of 'Robert and Elizabeth' opened at the Lyric Theatre, where it went on to run for 948 performances. The original cast starred Keith Michell as Robert Browning and June Bronhill as Elizabeth Barret.

The Lyric Theatre becomes a Stoll Moss Theatre

1974-01-01

The Stoll Moss Theatre Group purchased the Lyric Theatre, becoming part of the Stoll Moss Theatre Empire.

The original London production of Blood Brothers opens

1983-04-11

Following a production at the Liverpool Playhouse, Willy Russell transferred the musical to the Lyric Theatre starring Barbara Dickson and Andrew C. Wadsworth. The production won the 1983 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, along with Best Actress in a Musical for Dickson. Despite this success, it wasn't until the 1987 production produced by Bill Kenwright that the show's success took off, where it went on to play at the Phoenix Theatre for 24 years.

Five Guys Named Moe runs at the Lyric

1990-12-14

Producer Cameron Mackintosh transferred this Louis Jordan musical from the Theatre Royal Stratford East to the Lyric Theatre where it ran for over 4 years. The original cast included Kenny Andrews, Paul J. Medford, Peter Alex Newton, Omar F. Okai, and Dig Wayne. It went on to transfer to the Albery Theatre (now the Noel Coward) where it was filmed for commercial release.

Ain't Misbehavin' transfers to the Lyric

1995-09-01

The musical revue by Murray Horwitz and Richard Maltby Jr transferred from the Tricycle Theatre in Kilburn to the Lyric Theatre, starring Debby Bishop, Dawn Hope, Melanie Marshall, Sean Palmer and Ray Shell. It was directed by Gillian Gregory and Nicholas Kent.

The Lyric becomes a Really Useful Venue

2000-01-01

Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group purchased the theatre after taking over the Stoll Moss Theatres Ltd. Shows this year included 'Brief Encounter' with Jenny Seagrove and 'Long Day's Journey Into Night' in a new production starring Jessica Lange.

Beautiful and Damned opens at the Lyric

2004-05-10

Craig Revel Horwood directed and choreographed a new musical based on the lives of F Scott Fitzgerald and his wife Zelda during the Jazz Age. The show ran for just three months. The original cast included Michael Praed, Helen Ankler, David Bury and Susannah Fellows.

Festen transfers to the Lyric

2004-09-15

Rufus Norris's production of 'Festen' which initially opened at the Almeida Theatre in2004 transferred to the West End. Bill Kenwright and Marla Rubin produced the Lyric run, which later went on a UK tour. Adapted by David Eldridge, the play takes a satirical look at the events of a family reunion during a 60th birthday party.

The Lyric becomes a Nimax Theatre

2005-09-26

Producers Nica Burns and Max Weitzenhoffer bought the Lyric Theatre, completing their portfolio of venues which included the Duchess, Garrick and Vaudeville. The Nimax Theatre group was born.

Cabaret the Musical is Revived at the Lyric

2006-09-22

Kander and Ebb's musical 'Cabaret' was revived in the West End by Rufus Norris. Javier De Frutos provided the choreography for this dark production, which originally starred Anna Maxwell Martin as Sally Bowles, James Dreyfus as the emcee and Sheila Hancock as Fraulein Schneider. The production ran for almost 2 years, and enjoyed a successful UK tour.

Thriller Live opened at the Lyric Theatre

2009-01-21

This Michael Jackson tribute show originally opened at the Dominion Theatre, conceived by Adrian Grant and the Jackson family. The show was successful around the UK and finally settled into its new London home in 2009. It continues to play to packed houses at the Lyric Theatre, where it is about to enter its fifth successful year.

Room on the Broom

2014-11-26

Room on the Broom played at the Lyric Theatre during the afternoons before Thriller Live started in the evenings. It followed a witch and her faithful black cat as they flew through the air on her broomstick. But one day she drops her pointy hat, her hair ribbon and even her magic wand. She makes some new friends as she searches for her belongings, and gives them a ride on her broom in return for their help.

The Gruffalo

2015-07-07

The Gruffalo returns to the Lyric Theatre for summer. It's a live adaptation of the award winning children's story, starring Mouse, Fox, Snake, Owl and of course the infamous Gruffalo. The show is suitable for ages 3 and upwards.

The Tiger Who Came to Tea opens

2015-11-25

Judith Kerr's beloved children's tale returns to the West End for a run at the Lyric Theatre. Adapted for the stage and directed by David Wood OBE, the show tells the story of Sophie, her mother and a strangely striped guest!

Showstopper! The Improvised musical opens

2016-02-15

After 8 years of touring the UK, including a run at the West End's Apollo Theatre, Showstopper! The Improvised Musical is back in London for a limited run on Monday evenings only. These masters of improvisation will continue to create a brand new musical with every performance based on their interaction with the audience.

The Gruffalo's Child sneaks into the Lyric

2017-11-22

Julia Donaldson's beloved children's tale receives a magical stage adaptation at the Lyric Theatre, from the company behind The Gruffalo. Tall Stories bring to life the much-loved story The Gruffalo's Child!

Hit musical Thriller extends in the West End

2017-03-15

Hit Michael Jackson tribute musical Thriller! Live extends at London's Lyric Theatre. Playing in the West End for over 8 years, the incredible musical includes famous songs such as "Beat It", "Thriller", "Man in the Mirror" and so many more!

What the Ladybird Heard plays a summer season

2017-07-05

After a successful UK tour, children's show What the Ladybird Heard comes to the Lyric Theatre London for a strictly limited summer season! Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks' beloved book, the playful adaptation is sure to be a family favourite!