Hadestown Added New Principal Cast in New York
The Broadway production at the Walter Kerr Theatre has welcomed several new stars to its lead roles.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Children’s Theater
The Broadway musical Hadestown has introduced a fresh group of principal performers to its long-running production at the Walter Kerr Theatre. The show continues its run in New York City as it enters its eighth year on Broadway.
Why it matters
Updating principal casts is a standard strategy in long-running theater productions to maintain freshness and draw return audiences to established hits. This transition reflects the ongoing evolution of the show as it sustains its presence in the New York City market.
Hadestown is currently in its 8th year on Broadway and its 3rd year in London's West End. The production previously concluded a 3-year North American tour in 2024.
The players
Jasmin Savoy Brown
She is an actor who has joined the Broadway company to perform the role of Eurydice.
Norbert Leo Butz
He is a stage performer who has stepped into the role of Hermes for the current Broadway run.
Ben Davis
He is an actor who has taken on the character of Hades in the long-running production.
Amber Iman
She is an actress who joined the cast to play the role of Persephone.
Kayko
He is a performer who has assumed the role of Orpheus within the current Broadway production.
The details
The newly announced cast includes Jasmin Savoy Brown as Eurydice, Norbert Leo Butz as Hermes, Ben Davis as Hades, Amber Iman as Persephone, and Kayko as Orpheus. Kelly Belarmino, KC Dela Cruz, and Khori Michelle Petinaud have also joined the production as the Fates.
Timeline
The musical played at the National Theatre in London in 2018.
The North American tour completed its run in 2024.
New principal cast images were released on September 23, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The production follows a trajectory set by its foundational 2018 run at the National Theatre in London. This cast update highlights the continued professional evolution of a show that has successfully transitioned from regional theater to long-running international status.
Theatergoers can see the new principal cast perform live at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Tickets for the current Broadway run are available through standard box office and online ticketing platforms.
The takeaway
Frequent casting changes are essential for keeping long-running Broadway shows vibrant for returning fans. Audiences interested in specific performers should verify current schedules before booking tickets to ensure their preferred cast is on stage.
Further reading
For more information on the current state of productions in the city, visit Children’s Theater.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
