The Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical Hadestown will come to Oxford’s New Theatre from Tuesday 19 to Saturday 23 October 2027 as part of its first UK and Ireland tour.
Written by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and developed with director Rachel Chavkin, the show brings together two Greek myths in a journey to the underworld, with a score drawing on folk, blues, pop and New Orleans-inspired jazz.
The George Street run includes evening performances and three matinees, giving Oxfordshire audiences the opportunity to see the musical locally. Casting for the tour and the full creative team are still to be announced.
At a glance: Hadestown in Oxford
| Dates | Tuesday 19 to Saturday 23 October 2027 |
| Venue | New Theatre Oxford, George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AG |
| Running time | Approximately two hours and 30 minutes, including an interval |
| Age guidance | Recommended for ages eight and over |
| Lighting warning | The production contains strobe-like effects |
| General sale | Advertised from 10am on Friday 2 October 2026 |
| Prices and booking | Check available seats and current prices on the official Oxford booking page. |
What is Hadestown about?
Hadestown intertwines the love story of Orpheus and Eurydice with that of Hades, king of the underworld, and his wife Persephone.
The musical explores love, faith, doubt and the struggle to hold on to hope. Rather than approaching the myths as a conventional period drama, it tells them through a blend of American songwriting traditions, moving between folk, blues, pop and jazz.
Mitchell describes it as a sung-through musical, with the narrative carried through song. Its musical identity grew out of her work as a singer-songwriter, years before the production reached Broadway.
Speaking in the tour announcement, Mitchell said the team was “thrilled to bring this story and music to folks all over and see what new resonances will be found”.
From a community production to Broadway and the West End
Mitchell wrote the music, lyrics and book for Hadestown. It began as a community theatre project in Vermont in 2006–07, with local performers and artists, before becoming a studio album in 2010.
She subsequently worked with Chavkin and other collaborators to expand it into a full-length professional production. Its development included performances at New York Theatre Workshop in 2016 and London’s National Theatre in 2018, before its Broadway opening in April 2019.
On Broadway, Hadestown won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Original Score and Best Direction of a Musical. Its original Broadway cast recording then won the Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album in 2020.
The West End production opened at the Lyric Theatre in February 2024 and continues to play there. The forthcoming tour takes the musical to audiences beyond its London home.
Who will be in the Hadestown tour cast?
The touring cast has not yet been announced. Names associated with the Broadway or West End productions should not be taken as confirmation of who will perform in Oxford.
The full touring creative team is also still to be confirmed. The UK and Ireland tour is produced by Mara Isaacs, Dale Franzen, Hunter Arnold and Tom Kirdahy.
Future casting announcements will be published through the official Hadestown tour website.
Oxford performance times and tickets
ATG’s current Oxford listing gives the following performance schedule:
| Date | Matinee | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 19 October 2027 | No matinee listed | 7.30pm |
| Wednesday 20 October 2027 | 2.30pm | 7.30pm |
| Thursday 21 October 2027 | 2.30pm | 7.30pm |
| Friday 22 October 2027 | No matinee listed | 7.30pm |
| Saturday 23 October 2027 | 2.30pm | 7.30pm |
With an advertised running time of approximately two hours and 30 minutes, evening performances should finish around 10pm and matinees around 5pm. Allow some flexibility when arranging return travel.
Select a performance through the venue’s booking calendar to see available seats, ticket prices and any applicable charges or concessions.
The eight-plus age guidance is a recommendation. Families should also check the venue’s admission conditions, and anyone sensitive to flashing lighting should note the production’s warning about strobe-like effects.
Accessibility at the New Theatre Oxford
The theatre has level access to its main foyer and Box Office from George Street. A wheelchair-accessible lift serves the Stalls, where four wheelchair positions are available at the rear, each with space for a companion alongside.
Accessible toilets are provided in the main foyer and Stalls. The venue uses a Mobile Connect hearing-support system.
ATG’s free Access Membership Scheme allows eligible customers to book accessible seating and essential companion tickets online. Its venue information states that the theatre is not accessible for mobility scooter users, so discuss suitable arrangements before booking.
For help with seating, access requirements or information about audio-described, captioned and signed performances, contact the accessibility team on 0333 009 5399 or consult the New Theatre accessibility page.
Getting to the New Theatre
The New Theatre is on George Street in Oxford city centre. The venue estimates a walk of approximately ten minutes from Oxford railway station.
Visitors travelling by car should check parking and Park & Ride options before setting off. Because the performances are in October 2027, check transport timetables and driving arrangements closer to the visit rather than relying on current road information.
The theatre asks audiences to allow time for possible bag checks and avoid bringing suitcases, rucksacks and large bags. Its Box Office normally opens 90 minutes before a performance, although this is not confirmation of when the auditorium doors will open.
Further information is available in the New Theatre visitor guide.
Hadestown: full announced UK and Ireland tour dates
The published schedule begins in Leicester and currently extends to Wimbledon in November. Milton Keynes and Northampton are among the other stops that may be useful for Oxfordshire audiences considering an alternative venue.
All dates below are in 2027. The Dublin dates are listed, but the venue has not yet been named on the official tour website.
| Dates | Town or city | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 19 February–6 March | Leicester | Curve |
| 9–20 March | Salford | Lowry |
| 23–27 March | Leeds | Grand Theatre |
| 30 March–10 April | Nottingham | Theatre Royal |
| 13–17 April | Birmingham | Hippodrome |
| 20–24 April | Milton Keynes | Milton Keynes Theatre |
| 27 April–1 May | Southampton | Mayflower Theatre |
| 11–15 May | Norwich | Theatre Royal |
| 18–22 May | Canterbury | Marlowe Theatre |
| 25–29 May | Southend-on-Sea | Cliffs Pavilion |
| 1–5 June | Newcastle | Theatre Royal |
| 8–12 June | Glasgow | King’s Theatre |
| 15–19 June | Edinburgh | Festival Theatre |
| 22–26 June | Aberdeen | His Majesty’s Theatre |
| 29 June–3 July | Cardiff | Wales Millennium Centre |
| 6–10 July | Liverpool | Empire Theatre |
| 13–24 July | Dublin | Venue to be announced |
| 27 July–7 August | Belfast | Grand Opera House |
| 9–18 September | Sheffield | Lyceum Theatre |
| 21–25 September | Hull | New Theatre |
| 28 September–2 October | Northampton | Royal & Derngate |
| 5–9 October | Plymouth | Theatre Royal |
| 12–16 October | Woking | New Victoria Theatre |
| 19–23 October | Oxford | New Theatre |
| 26–30 October | Wolverhampton | Grand Theatre |
| 2–6 November | Chester | Storyhouse |
| 9–13 November | Sunderland | Empire Theatre |
| 16–20 November | Wimbledon | New Wimbledon Theatre |
Use the official tour schedule for individual venue links and updates. Prices, performance times and booking availability vary between venues.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hadestown coming to Oxford in 2026 or 2027?
The Oxford performances are from 19 to 23 October 2027. The announcement and initial ticket sales are taking place in 2026.
Are there afternoon performances?
Yes. The current Oxford schedule includes 2.30pm matinees on Wednesday 20, Thursday 21 and Saturday 23 October 2027.
Is this the West End cast?
The tour cast has not yet been announced. The London production’s cast list does not establish who will appear in Oxford.
For bookings and other New Theatre productions, visit ATG’s Oxford listings. Further tour announcements are available at tour.hadestown.com.
Programme and visitor information checked on 2 October 2026. Confirm performance details, ticket availability and access arrangements before booking or travelling.
