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Hadestown special. Review plus interview with Hades himself, Zachary James...

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Hadestown special. Natalie reviews the 5 Star show plus she speaks exclusively to Broadway and West End star Zachary James, the actor portraying Hades.Welcome to the episode all about Hadestown! In this instalment, we dive into the acclaimed Broadway musical phenomenon, now making its long-awaited West End premiere at the Lyric Theatre. Hadestown, created by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and directed by Rachel Chavkin, has been celebrated for its epic celebration of music, togetherness, and hope, winning numerous awards, including 8 Tony Awards and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album.Described as "big, beautiful, and emotionally blasting" by The Guardian, Hadestown intertwines two mythic love stories — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone. The musical takes its audience on an unforgettable journey to the underworld and back, offering a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience.This episode also features an exclusive interview with Zachary James, the actor portraying Hades. Natalie takes you backstage into Zachary's luxurious dressing room for a conversation you won't want to miss.So, get ready to explore the enchanting world of Hadestown, where a song can change your fate. If you have any questions or if there's anything else you'd like to know, feel free to ask. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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