Jon Jon Briones, Isa Briones to join 'Hadestown' Broadway cast

Q: Who wrote Hadestown?

Anaïs Mitchell wrote both the script and the songs of Hadestown. She had been working on the musical since 2006, when an early version premiered in Vermont, and worked with director Rachel Chavkin to turn that show and its 2010 concept album into a full-fledged musical.

Q: Which songs are in Hadestown?

The songs in Hadestown include "Wait For Me," "Livin' It Up on Top," "We Raise Our Cups," and "When the Chips Are Down." Hadestown is mostly sung-through, so snippets of songs appear throughout the show in place of traditional scenes. Learn about all the songs in Hadestown on Broadway.

Q: Who directed Hadestown?

Rachel Chavkin is the director of Hadestown and won a 2019 Tony Award for her work. She is also a creative consultant on the musical, as she helped Anaïs Mitchell expand Hadestown from a concept album into a full-fledged musical.

Q: Which Greek myth is Hadestown based on?

Hadestown is primarily based on the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, but the musical also weaves in the myth of Hades and Persephone. Learn more about the Greek mythology that inspired Hadestown.

Q: When did Hadestown open on Broadway?

Hadestown began Broadway performances in March 2019 and won eight Tony Awards that year. The show is now the longest-running production to ever play the Walter Kerr Theatre.

The two actors are real-life father and daughter, and they will step into the roles of Hermes and Eurydice in the Tony Award-winning musical in March.

Gillian RussoFebruary 28, 2024, 05:00

Hadestown is a family affair! Jon Jon Briones and his daughter, Isa Briones, will join the cast of Hadestown on Broadway, becoming the first familial duo to do so, beginning March 19 at the Walter Kerr Theatre.

Jon Jon Briones is known for playing The Engineer in the most recent Miss Saigon revival on Broadway and in London's West End, as well as for his series regular roles on Ryan Murphy’s Ratched and Class of ’09. Isa Briones makes her Broadway debut after appearing on screen in Star Trek: Picard and Goosebumps.

They will step into the roles of Hermes and Eurydice, respectively replacing Lillias White and Lola Tung. The Brioneses join a cast that also includes Jordan Fisher as Orpheus, Ani DiFranco as Persephone, Phillip Boykin as Hades, and Belén Moyano, Kay Trinidad, and Brit West as the Fates.

Created by Anaïs Mitchell and directed by Rachel Chavkin, the eight-time Tony Award-winning Hadestown reimagines Greek mythology with a folk and jazz twist. The show centers on songwriter Orpheus, who takes a dangerous journey to save his lover, Eurydice, from the god Hades and his oppressive underworld.

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Photo credit: Jon Jon and Isa Briones in rehearsal for Hadestown. (Photo by Andy Henderson)

Frequently asked questions

What is Hadestown about?

This eight-time Tony-winning Best Musical puts a fresh spin on Greek myths, infusing them with jazz and folk music. Struggling to survive, Eurydice agrees to work at Hades's soulless factory, and Orpheus embarks on a dangerous quest to rescue her. Get tickets to the genre-defying Hadestown, which combines disparate histories and music styles into a groundbreaking story.

Where is Hadestown playing?

Hadestown is playing at Walter Kerr Theatre . The theatre is located at 219 West 48th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.

How long is Hadestown?

The running time of Hadestown is 2hr 30min. Incl. 15min intermission.

What's the age recommendation for Hadestown?

The recommended age for Hadestown is Ages 8+. Children under 5 are not permitted in the theater..

How do you book tickets for Hadestown?

Book tickets for Hadestown on New York Theatre Guide.

Who wrote Hadestown?

Anaïs Mitchell wrote both the script and the songs of Hadestown. She had been working on the musical since 2006, when an early version premiered in Vermont, and worked with director Rachel Chavkin to turn that show and its 2010 concept album into a full-fledged musical.

Which songs are in Hadestown?

The songs in Hadestown include "Wait For Me," "Livin' It Up on Top," "We Raise Our Cups," and "When the Chips Are Down." Hadestown is mostly sung-through, so snippets of songs appear throughout the show in place of traditional scenes. Learn about all the songs in Hadestown on Broadway.

Who directed Hadestown?

Rachel Chavkin is the director of Hadestown and won a 2019 Tony Award for her work. She is also a creative consultant on the musical, as she helped Anaïs Mitchell expand Hadestown from a concept album into a full-fledged musical.

Which Greek myth is Hadestown based on?

Hadestown is primarily based on the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, but the musical also weaves in the myth of Hades and Persephone. Learn more about the Greek mythology that inspired Hadestown.

When did Hadestown open on Broadway?

Hadestown began Broadway performances in March 2019 and won eight Tony Awards that year. The show is now the longest-running production to ever play the Walter Kerr Theatre.

Originally published on Feb 28, 202417:32