The Stage Debut Awards took place last night and we couldn’t be more pleased for all the incredible performers and creatives who won as well as all the nominees. The event, in association with Netflix, took place this weekend and it’s alway so special to see the hard work put in by everyone in the industry celebrated.

Rachel Zegler won Best West End Debut Performer for her performance in Evita whihc was a publicly voted category and Leesa Tulley (Six) won Best Performer in a Musical for Why Am I So Single? at the Garrick Theatre.

The ceremony took place at 8 Northumberland Avenue in London and was hosted by Julian Clary.

Here’s the full list of the winners and the nominees.

CREATIVES

Best Director (sponsored by Arts Council England):

● Winner: Richard Mylan for Mumfighter at Swansea Grand Theatre

● Aditya Chopra for Come Fall In Love at Opera House, Manchester

● Nathan Crossan-Smith for The Walrus Has a Right to Adventure at Liverpool Everyman

● Adam Karim for Guards at the Taj at Orange Tree Theatre, London

● Emily Susanne Lloyd for The Mad Ones at the Other Palace, London

Best Designer (sponsored by Preevue):

● Winner: Hannah Schmidt (set and costume) for The Passenger/Personal Values at Finborough Theatre/Hampstead Theatre, London

● Juliette Demoulin (set), various at Finborough Theatre, London

● Adam Jefferys (lighting) for Communion at Bush Theatre, London

● Chloe Wyn (set and costume) for The Walrus Has a Right to Adventure, at Liverpool Everyman

Best Composer, Lyricist or Book Writer (sponsored by Theatricals Rights Worldwide):

● Winner: Yve Blake for Fangirls at Lyric Hammersmith, London

● Martin Batchelar, James Cooper, Bryn Christopher for Lovestuck, at Theatre Royal Stratford East, London

● Nicola Dempsey and Rosie Dempsey for One Man Musical by Flo and Joan at Pleasance Dome, Edinburgh

Best Creative West End Debut (sponsored by Learn My Lines Productions):

● Winner: Mark Rosenblatt (playwright) for Giant at the Harold Pinter Theatre

● Eline Arbo (adapter/director) for The Years at Harold Pinter Theatre

● Tye Blue (writer/director), Marla Mindelle (writer) and Constantine Rousouli (writer) for Titanique at Criterion Theatre

● Darren Clark (music and lyrics) and Jethro Compton (book and lyrics) for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button at Ambassadors Theatre

● Justin Craig (musical director and orchestrator) for Stereophonic at the Duke of York’s Theatre

● Benedict Lombe (playwright) for Shifters at the Duke of York’s Theatre

● Amit Sharma (director) for Retrograde at Apollo Theatre

Best Writer (sponsored by Sonia Friedman Productions):

● Winner: Ava Pickett for 1536 at the Almeida Theatre, London

● Winner: Milly Sweeney for Water Colour at Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Byre Theatre, St Andrews

● Sarah Bond for Seagulls and Sad, Sad Stories at Laurels, Whitley Bay

● Nathan Englander for What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank at Marylebone Theatre, London

● Danny James King for Miss Myrtle’s Garden at Bush Theatre, London

● Nancy Netherwood for Radiant Boy: A Haunting at Southwark Playhouse, London

● Saana Sze for Belly of the Beast at Finborough Theatre, London

PERFORMERS

Best West End Debut Performer (Sponsored by Noël Coward Foundation):

● Winner: Rachel Zegler for Evita at The London Palladium

● Heather Agyepong for Shifters at the Duke of York’s Theatre

● Samuel Brewer for Oedipus at Wyndham’s Theatre

● Georgie Buckland for The Devil Wears Prada at Dominion Theatre

● Tosin Cole for Shifters at the Duke of York’s Theatre

● Emma Flynn for Clueless the Musical at Trafalgar Theatre

● Diego Andres Rodriguez for Evita at London Palladium

● Kat Ronney for Titanique at Criterion Theatre

Best Performer in a Musical (sponsored by Michael Harrison Entertainment):

● Winner: Leesa Tulley for Why Am I So Single? at the Garrick Theatre, London

● Megan Ellis for Muriel’s Wedding the Musical at Curve, Leicester

● Dora Gee for The Mad Ones at the Other Palace, London

● Eve Shanu-Wilson for The Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre, London

Best Performer in a Play (sponsored by Encore):

● Winner: Hilson Agbangbe for Wonder Boy at Bristol Old Vic

● Winner: Lucy Karczewski for Stereophonic at the Duke of York’s Theatre, London

● Paula Clarke for The Tragedy of Richard III at the Lyric Theatre, Belfast

● Joseph Edwards for The Red Shoes at the Swan Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon

● Eva Morgan for The Glass Menagerie at the Yard Theatre, London

● Christopher Neenan for Blood Wedding at Omnibus Theatre, London

● Daisy Sequerra for Ballet Shoes at the National Theatre, London

● Jasper Talbot for Redlands at Chichester Festival Theatre

That’s it for this years The Stage Debut Awards! Congratulations again to all the winners and nominees and here’s to another amazing year of theatre. Book tickets to see the shows that were nominated as well as all the other incredible West End offerings on theatrebookings.com

Now that the summer season is over and we’ve sadly said goodbye to some of our favourite shows. The question is what will be filling the Evita-sized hole in our hearts. Thankfully the West End is still thriving and we have 5 new West End shows opening this month alone. In this blog I will be discussing all the new offerings and the best ways to catch them at good prices.

The Producers

The first on the list is the transfer of The Producers from the Menier Chocolate Factory now at the Garrick. This is the first major revival of Mel Brookes The Producers to open in London. At the Chocolate Factory it did very well and was praised with 5 star reviews and a sold-out run. The show tells the story of two theatrical producers who attempts to put on the worst musical Broadway has seen and oversell the interest in the film in order to get rich. Hilarity ensues when instead the show is a huge hit.

The Producers just had their press night and received a mix of 4-5 star reviews and was praised as a hilarious and outrageous comedy that touches on some serious topics. With a brilliant sense of humor. Read all about it in our review round-up here. It is booking until February 2026 and you can find tickets on theatrebookings. As well as for other new west end shows.

The Weir

The Weir starring Brendan Gleeson is making it’s long-awaited West End Transfer. This also marks Brendan Gleeson’s West End Debut. After a successful press night, the show has received 5 star reviews across the board. The Weir first premiered in 1997 and was written by Conor McPherson. It then played on Broadway as well as other locations in both Countries. The Weir is set in a County Leitrim pub where on a stormy night they swap stories, spooky and humorous alike to impress Valerie a beautiful but mysterious stranger. The Guardian describes the play as “an endlessly rewarding evening…” with five characters that stay with you. The show is starring Brendan Gleeson in his much anticipated West End debut as an Emmy, BIFA winner and Oscar nominee. Tickets are going quickly so make sure you book now to secure the best prices for The Weir.

The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest is a smash hit production from the National Theatre of Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy play. The show transferred to the West End this Autumn with Olly Alexander leading the show as Algernon Moncrieff. The play is lovingly described as a trivial comedy for serious people and was very well-recieved last year with the telegraph calling it a “glittering masterpiece”.

The show is about Jack (Nathan Stewart-Jarrett) and his friend Algy (Olly Alexandra), who decide to take on a false identity as being sensible is becoming a bit boring. Hilarity ensues when they become entangled in a web of lies while attempting to impress two eligible ladies. The Importance of Being Earnest is a “sparkling new production… that’s fiercely faithful to Wilde’s wickedly subversive spirit”(Daily Mail).

Clarkston

Clarkston is a new play by Samuel D. Hunter premiering in the West End for a strictly limited 9 week run. The play follows Jake (Locke) who has an unexpected meeting with Chris(Samuel D. Hunter) at his night shift in Costco. The two bond and rediscover their sense of adventure and how to give life new meaning by chasing something more. The play is a modern frontier story that tackles the topics of friendship, acceptance love and hope. Early audience reactions have been very positive with the general buzz online being that Hunter is a new playwright to watch and the performances are especially strong by all three leads. On stage seating is also available for this play which is always exciting is you want to be up close to the action.

Punch

This play is a powerful true story from Olivier Award-winning writer James Graham about Jacob Dunne, who one evening years ago punched someone fatally. On this fateful evening James Hodginson became caught in a street-fight after attending a cricket match. Jacob then joined his friends at the scene and threw a single punch before running off. Tragically this resulted in James losing his life 9 days later in hospital due to brain related injuries. Jacob was sentenced to 14 months in prison and after his release built a relationship with Jame’s parents through the restorative justice campaign. The play focuses on this relationship and the profound transformation the meeting has on Jacob’s life. It was originally written and produced by Nottingham Playhouse.

Book tickets now to see these exciting new West End shows!

The Mel Brooks musical has finally made it’s triumphant return to the West End after a sold out run at the Menier Chocolate Factory. The Producers was in previews at the Garrick and now after it’s press night the review are in. In this review round-up we will go over what the different publications are saying and how the show was received. Spoiler alert, it’s glowing reviews across the board.

The Standard

“At 99 years old, and amid countless other achievements. Mel Brooks can congratulate himself on having the funniest show in London.”

“In a time of polarisation and performative outrage, this show is a hymn to tolerance and the ability to laugh with others and at oneself.”

“…has grown in swagger and finesse since it premiered at the Menier last December.Now, I honestly can’t find fault with it.”

“Truly we are not worthy. The line Bialystok quotes from a review of Springtime for Hitler also sums up The Producers. “It was shocking, outrageous and insulting – and I loved every minute of it.”

Nick Curtis

The Telegraph – ★★★★

“A carnival of wisecracks and witty tunes, the show is all about a Broadway producer’s outrageous bid to engineer a dead-cert flop. By mounting a worst-taste extravaganza in praise of Hitler.”

“It’s still a winningly funny proposition for a new generation – and Marber pulls out all the stops to raise the Garrick roof.”

“The verbal wit is matched with visual élan. Choreographer Lorin Latarro honours the Fiddler-ish pastiche of Bialystock’s opening number with preposterously prancing shtetl figures”

Dominic Cavendish

London Theatre – ★★★★★

“…it delivers one belly laugh after another. And still, there is so much more to this production than good, old-fashioned tomfoolery.”

“Cheekily played by Nyman, he is packed full of shameless tricks and bravado.”

“Joanna Woodward is scene-stealing as the Swedish secretary Ulla in what otherwise is very much a boys’ show. But its humour never falters.”

“It is in these big, boisterous chorus numbers that The Producers is at its best. But there are countless small delights, too”

“What a joy it is to revel in Marber’s never-ending silliness. If you want non-stop giggles, gloriously provocative jokes and an easy escape from everyday misery, there’s no better place to be right now than the Garrick. This is an absolute hoot.”

Anya Ryan

The Stage – ★★★★

“He saturates this slick musical comedy with a wealth of physical gags, exquisitely timed double takes and an expertly judged sense of the absurd that enhances the show’s momentum.”

“Add to this Scott Pask’s clever composite set and Paul Farnsworth’s inventive, colourful costume designs, and the production seems to have found its natural home in the West End.”

“Its success relies in no small part on the hugely entertaining double act at its heart.”

“There isn’t a moment where the pace drops in Marber’s production, and there’s even time for a love story”

Paul Vale

Whatsonstage – ★★★★★

“After all, the genius of Mel Brooks’ comedy musical lies as much in its skewering of the ludicrousness of fascist ideology as its satire of showbiz.”

“But it’s not all about the set pieces. It’s anchored by a pair of outstanding performances from Andy Nymn and Marc Antolin…”

“It’s a treat for the ears too, with the band, situated atop a platform at the back of the stage, equally luxurious under the baton of Matthew Samer.”

“The Producers has come back to the West End just at the right time, offering a giant slab of feel-good escapism and genuine hilarity when such things feel in short supply.”

“Whether you’re a fan of the 1967 screen original or a newcomer, it’s got plenty of pleasures to flaunt.”

Theo Bosanquet

What did reviewers think of The Producers

The Producers review round-up shows the musical was very well-received and has garnered praise from critics on all corners. In general the show was praised for how it adapted into the bigger space at the Garrick and how it handled/tackled more senstive topics regarding fascism and showbiz. The cast were highly acclaimed for both the lead performancew as well as the supporting.

The show is currently playing until february 2026, don’t miss your chance to see this hilarious musical at the Garrick Theatre. Book tickets to The Producers now!

The complete company for ELF the Musical has been announced for it’s 10-week run at the Aldwych Theatre. The show is the first to take over the Aldwych after Tina closes this weekend after 7 years. And starts on the 28th October and will run until the 3rd of January. The show will be lead by three main leads. Joel Montague, Carrie Hope Fletcher and Aled Jones as Buddy, Jovie and Waltar Hobbs. This is excitingly the first time real life theatre couple Carrie Hope Fletcher and Joel Montague will star in a show together. Joel has just finished his run as George Wilson in The Great Gatsby at the London Coliseum. While Fletcher is most well-known for her roles in Heathers and Les Miserable. The entire Elf complete cast has also been listed.

Entire Company

Aled Jones will also star as Walter Hobbs and the rest of the cast has also been announced. They will be joined by Rosanna Hyland , Martyn Ellis, Lucinda Lawrence, Dermot Canavan as Emily Hobbs, Santa/Mr Greenway, Deb and Store Manager respectively. The Elf complete cast further consists of Mollie Cleere, Farirayi Garaba, Sophie Pourret, Lucy Rice, Biancha Szynal, Kyle Cox, Zack Guest, Ryan Jupp, Dominic Lamb and Danny Nattrass. The swings will be Sophie Camble, Amy Punter, Samuel John Humphreys and Michael Tyler.

Elf the Musical has had quite a history on the West End. With the last production running at the Dominion Theatre in 2022 and 2023 during the festive season. Each time the show has broken box office records and been a resounding success. While this will be the same production due to the new space new sets have been designed to fit the Aldwych Theatre. The production is presented by Temple Live Entertainment.

Book your tickets now to see Elf this Christmas!

With the London Tube Strikes set to go ahead from the 7th – 11th Sep, West End shows have sent out warnings to theatre goers that their journey to the show might face delays and disruptions.

London Underground staff will be striking all next week. Due to talks breaking down between the RMT union and Transport for London. The dispute is in regards to pay, fatigue and the long working week.

As of today all West End shows are going ahead as normal at their usual times. Most theatres are in the Central London area near Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Station where the Elizabeth Line should continue to run unaffected. There’s also a good network of buses in the area. However with the extra traffic and stress on the bus system theater-goers are advised to leave plenty of buffer time for their journey.

We normally advise aiming to arrive 30mins early in order to relax and enjoy the facilities, merch etc. For this week an hour early will be safest as West End Shows do typically start very on time. Some productions won’t let late-comers in till the interval. The three shows that could prove more difficult to attend are Starlight Express as Wembley Troubadour Theatre. Hamilton at Victoria Palace and Wicked at Apollo Victoria. As all other theatres are in the West End zone in Central London.

Stadium concerts have been postponed due to the strikes with Coldplay and Post Malone rescheduling their shows. Stage shows should be proceeding as scheduled.

Despite the London Tube Strikes at theatrebookings we still offer great prices to all shows on the West End. Book to see a show this week and take advantage of the cheaper pricing now that summer is over.

Disney’s Hercules has announced a Halloween special on 31st October at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

This Halloween, it’s a Hades takeover! The show will start at the later time of 8pm. Also, guests are invited to dress in their best spooky seasonal clothes or costumes. Why not dress to honour one of his fellow Disney villains? That will make Hades extra impressed .

The Hercules Halloween, Hades takeover begins with music, mayhem and photo opportunities, before the shows begins. What’s more, this special performance includes a surprise third-act of the show. The details of this bonus act are yet to be unveiled.

Lastly, the bar will have a selection of Hades’ favourite, Halloween-themed cocktails. This is alongside the trading card game company Lorcana running giveaways and special prizes.

Hercules is the latest Disney musical to open in the West End. Stephen Carlile (The Lion King) plays Hades, The King of the Underworld. Luke Brady plays his arch nemesis, Hercules. Craig Gallivan and Lee Zarrett play the bumbling idiots who never cease to disappoint Hades, Bob and Charles respectively. Also, Mae Ann Jorolan plays Meg with Trevor Dion Nicholas as Phil. The muses are  Candace Furbert (Thalia), Sharlene Hector (Clio), Brianna Ogunbawo (Melpomene), Malinda Parris (Calliope), and Robyn Rose-Li (Terpsichore).

Book tickets now for Disney’s Hercules playing at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Book tickets on 31st October to enjoy the Hercules Halloween special and prepare for an evening that would make Hades proud!

For more discounted tickets and theatre news, head to Theatre Bookings.

Hamilton have just celebrated their 10 year anniversary and it has officially been in the West End for almost 8 years. Although many love to joke about how the idea of Hamilton playing in London is ironic and funny. The show remains one of the most successful and hottest tickets in the West End. The Hamilton musical is one of the few that has never needed stunt casting and has still filled the Victoria Palace Theatre night after night.

History

Although stunt casting was never needed this doesn’t mean the show hasn’t produced famous people. The original Broadway cast of Hamilton is particulary acclaimed with Lin himself playing the titular role of Hamilton. Leslie Odom Jr. who is actually returning to the role for a limited run starred as Aaron Burr. And many other members went on to become stars in the theatre and acting world. Such as Jonathon Groff, Ariana Debose and Anthony Ramos. The original cast also reunited for a speical performace at this years Tony’s to celebrate Hamilton turning 10.

Hamilton was written by Lin Manuel Miranda back in 2015 and it quickly went on to become a global phenomenon. The show blends a unique mix of rap and singing with Lin’s signature word-play and quick wit. The story is one we should theoretically all be familiar with. As we learn of the life of Alexander Hamilton one of the USA founding fathers. Hamilton is characterized as the underdog “rag-tag” immigrant who through his wit and knowledge went on to help lay the foundation of the USA as we know it today. The story also highlights his wife Eliza Schuyler Hamilton. And her and her sister Angelica’s roles in Hamilton’s life and his legacy. The show has grown a very dedicated fan base. But beyond that has cemented itself as one of the most popular, awarded and well-known musicals of the modern era.

Why is Hamilton so Popular?

The show won the Pulitzer prize for best drama and racked up a record-breaking 16 Tony nominations. Of which it won 11. The score was critically acclaimed and was called a “eye-popping debut” by Billboard. Who also gave it a perfect 5-out-of-5 review. The show is unique in it’s concept and execution standing out from the traditional musicals we were seeing. Although it could seem like a difficult show to get into with the complicated history of America’s independence. And the founding fathers. Hamilton manages to give a condensed engaging history lesson by following his journey. And his interactions with other important figures like George Washington, Aaron Burr etc.. By telling the journey to independence in a modern, hip and fascinating way the show manages to connect with young audiences. As well as non-American audiences who might not have known the history prior.

The show has also been praised for it’s blind casting. Despite the real life figures being predominately white Hamilton has historically cast people of colour in almost all roles. This highlights minority communities and immigrants in America and in the acting space where people of color are notoriously underrepresented. This is also an empowering concept as it allows minorities to reclaim and be recognized for their part in the beginning of America.

The enduring success

Beyond this Hamilton’s success does boil down to one very simple thing. It’s just very entertaining. The songs are catchy and meaningful with clever lyrics that are impossible to process in one viewing. So you’re incentivized to listen to the soundtrack. The actors are amazing and deliver powerhouse vocals and show-stopping performances. The choreography is interesting and fully utilities the ensemble. And it’s an exciting story that encompasses all the themes that make great stories. Friendship, love, rebellion, war, rivalries and death. There’s comedic moments and dramatic moments and nothing overshadows the other. With the central rivalry of Hamilton and Burr who are both fleshed out and complex characters. Alongside Eliza and Angelic Schuyler who are given new voices to reclaim their part of history. It’s no wonder this show has hit levels of popularity rarely seen in the musical world.

How to get tickets!

Tickets for Hamilton musical are hard to come by. The best way to ensure fair prices and good availability is to book in advance. It plays every week from Monday – Saturday and the week day performances will normally be cheaper. The theatre has a decent rake and even seats on the top floor(upper circle) doesn’t feel too far away from the action. Booking online with theatrebookings will ensure you get the seats you want at a reasonable price.

It’s the royal reunion we’ve all been waiting for!! The Six Queens reunite for the first time this year.

The original queens of Six will be reuniting at the Arts Theatre. Which was the original West End home for Six when it first transferred. It has now found a more permanent home in the Vaudeville Theatre. Arts is currently home to the Choir of Man. Another musical that started out at the Edinburgh Fringe.

The OG cast includes Aimiee Atkinson(Katherine Howard), Millie O’Connell(Anne Boleyn), Maiya Quansah-Breed(Catherine Parr), Jarneia Richard-Noel(Catherine Aragon), Natalie Paris(Jane Seymour), Alexia McIntosh(Anne of Cleeves) and Grace Mouat(Swing, Dance Captain).

The concert will feature songs from the different productions the 7 women have been in. That have shaped their careers as well as stories and original songs. The actresses have gone on to appear in shows like Saving Mozart, Mean Girls, Death Note, & Juliet, 13 going on 30, The Cher Show, 42nd Street and more.

Six queens reunite on the 1st of December. This will also celebrate the rerelease of Six in UK cinemas following it’s record breaking run in April.

Book tickets to see the concert on the Arts Theatre website and book tickets to see the current extraordinary cast of Six with us!

The residents of the Windsor Gardens are here! The Paddington cast is finally out!

The new Musical Paddington has just announced their principle cast. For when they open at the start of November in the Savoy Theatre. The show has been massively anticipated and is expected to be the next big hit in the West End. The initial casting news means rehearsals are officially beginning and we couldn’t be more excited for this talent filled cast.

The musical will star Adrian Der Gregorian as Mr Brown and Amy Ellen Richardson as Mrs Brown. Timi Akinyosade as Tony, Amy Booth-Steel as Lady Sloane. Tarinn Callender as Grant, Delilah Bennett-Cardy as Judy Brown, Tom Edden as Mr Curry. Furthermore Victoria Hamilton-Barritt as Millicent Clyde, Teddy Kempner as Mr Gruber and Bonnie Langford as Mrs Bird. The role of Jonathon Brown will be shared by Joseph Bramley, Leo Collon, Stevie Hare and Jaspar Rowse.

Although the casting plans and designer for Paddington Bear himself has not yet been announced.

The production will be based on the 2014 film Paddington. With new choreography, songs and all the classsic hallmarks of the iconic character.

Book tickets to see Paddington the Musical now, booking until 25 May 2026 at the Savoy Theatre.

Hadestown London is quickly turning into a staple in the West End as they near their second anniversary. If you’ve considered taking the trip to the underworld before and haven’t yet. Maybe this blog post will change your mind. We will discuss the history of the show beyond the West End. And why it has captured London’s heart as well.

Hadestown Origin

The show was a conceptual album by Anaïs Mitchell and was staged in Vermont all the way back in 2006. The album then came out in 2010. The first larger scale production was Off-Broadway in 2016 where 15 additional songs were written. It then premiered at the New York Theatre Workshop. It then ran for a year at the National Theatre in London before making its official Broadway debut in 2019. Where it picked up 8 Tony’s including the Tony for Best Musical.

It continues to play successfully in the Walter Kerr Theatre and recently celebrated 2000 performances and is moving it’s way up the long-running Broadway show list. The show then returned to London, this time at the Lyric Theatre, in the West End spring of 2024. The show has been widely praised by critics and has grown a devoted fan base due it’s music, casts and meaning. Although the first song let’s you know the show ill be a tragedy it has a uplifting and positive message and theme.

Why is it a Phenomenon?

Although musicals based on ancient Greek myths isn’t uncommon with Disney’s Hercules just landing in the West End and Percy Jackson closing a few months ago. Hadestown stands out as being an original musical not based on a film/book about a lesser known myth. The show conceptualizes the Underworld as Hadestown a play on the corporate capitalist playground where Hades rules as the overbearing boss. The visuals are striking with the red carnation as a ever [resent symbol of love and grief. You don’t need to be familiar with Greek mythology or Orpheus’s story to understand and empathize with the show. If anything it can be even more impactful. The show cleverly uses lighting and a turntable to create show stopping moments such as Wait for Me the penultimate song of Act 1 and one we’ve seen staged at the Olivier’s, Tony’s and West End Live.

In the West End

The West End run featured a diverse talented cast led by Dónal Finn as Orpheus, Grace Hodgett-Young as Eurydice, Melanie La Barrie as Hermes, Zachary James as Hades and Gloria Ontiri (Saving Mozart) as Persephone. Other notable cast members include Bella Brown (EVITA) and Allie Daniels as Fate 1 and 3. The cast was very well-received with high priase for how the show allowed actors to use their natural accents. Which made each iteration of the character feel wholly original. This resulted in fans often going back multiple times to see different covers in the role. As well as creating nicknames such as “Corkeus” for Finn’s Irish Orpheus. The final performance of Hodgett-Young and Finn was recorded and a selection of songs were released in a live album.

Broadway OBC takeover

Earlier this year it was announced that the 5 principles of the original Broadway Cast would be returning for 1 month to the West End production in order to eventually film a pro shot. This included Eva Noblezada, Reeve Carney, Andre de Shields, Amber Gray and Patrick Page. The presale for the month began a few days after the announcement and every seat was sold in a matter of hours. Unfortunately when it was due to start Patrick Page was unable to perform due to a leg injury. Phillip Boykin from the Broadway show stepped up and reprise his Hades. Page did still perform on the days they filmed the pro-shot and changes were made to the show to fit his walking aid.

How to book tickets to Hadestown?

Although the OBC cast definitely sold out tickets faster than West End shows are used to. The current cast are also doing extremely well performing to packed theatres every night. The show often will only have a few seats left on the day so for the cheaper prices in the balcony and Upper Circle, booking in advance is your best bet. Hadestown will also have better availability on weekday evenings and the mid week matinee which is normally the Thursday.

Hadestown London is on at the Lyric Theatre which is one of the older theatres at a capacity of 915. As it’s quite a small theatre even the seats higher up offer a good view of the stage. There are some pillars towards the back of dress and upper circle so be sure to watch out for those when booking! Apparently for one of the seats the pillar is actually right in the leg room space so you have to watch the show completely leaning over!

At Theatre bookings we offer competitive prices and exclusive discounted seats for evening performances of Hadestown. These are available only in-person at our box office in Leicester Square. For normal tickets and to book in advance at good prices check out our website. The show is now booking until Feb 15th 2026.