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Orpheus turned too soon, leaving Eurydice behind in the darkness. But even in darkness, songs are sung, and Hermes offers a choice and a box of matches. Based on the Edmonton version of Hadestown.
Once upon a time there was a railroad line, don't ask where, brother, don't ask when It was the road to hell, it was hard times, it was a world of gods and men It's an old song, an old tale from way back when It's an old song, but we're gonna sing it again See, someone's got to tell the tale, whether or not it turns out well... Maybe it will turn out this time
Orpheus grew up with a love of nature and music and a distrust of the industries of Hadestown, but he didn't know the complexities of Persephone's love for Hades until he felt love at first sight himself-and the desire to share your home with someone you loved. Based on the Edmonton version of Hadestown.
Orpheus honed his musical talents from an early age, and soon found a dear friend in Chibueze, who learned from him and gave advice when he could. With winter coming on and Hermes having a lot of work ahead, Orpheus feels it's time for Chibueze's turn in the spotlight. Based on the National Tour of Hadestown.
Just as there will always be a Persephone, so too will there be a Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos to determine her fate. This time, however, one will become the other. Based on Jewelle Blackman's performances as both Atropos and Persephone.
Spring has come again as the story resets once more, but the weight of tragedy runs deep. When Eurydice enters the bar with a red carnation in hand and a candle in need of a match, she finds Hermes needs hope for the future as much as she does.
Orpheus spends his days singing and working on a project that seems eternally stuck, but when the windswept girl enters the train station, she makes him feel alive in ways he never has before. Based on the London version of Hadestown.
Persephone built her speakeasy to give the shades of Hadestown some respite from unending work, but that wasn't the only reason. The other reason, she reflects, is guilt in Hadestown's creation.