Fresh Hadestown Cast Captured in New Stage Photos
Broadway's Hadestown has welcomed a new principal cast, including Norbert Leo Butz as Hermes, Amber Iman as Persephone, Ben Davis as Hades, Jasmin Savoy Brown as Eurydice, and Kayko as Orpheus. A new trio of Fates—Kelly Belarmino, KC Dela Cruz, and Khori Michelle Petinaud—also joins the production. Recent photos show the ensemble performing at the Walter Kerr Theatre.
The new principal cast at the Walter Kerr Theatre brings together several seasoned Broadway performers. Norbert Leo Butz, a two-time Tony winner, steps into the role of Hermes, while Amber Iman, a Tony nominee, takes on Persephone. Ben Davis, previously honored with a Tony citation, portrays Hades. Jasmin Savoy Brown and Kayko round out the leads as Eurydice and Orpheus, respectively. The production also introduces a fresh trio of Fates—Kelly Belarmino, KC Dela Cruz, and Khori Michelle Petinaud—who join the ensemble for the Tony-winning musical’s ongoing run.
The newly released stage photographs, taken by Matthew Murphy, capture the cast in performance, including scenes with the Fates alongside Hades and a moment featuring Orpheus with the full company. These images offer audiences a first look at the dynamic energy of this new company, which continues the show’s celebrated run at the intimate Walter Kerr Theatre. Ticket availability and related star files for the performers are already listed on the production’s official page.
This casting refresh could sustain audience interest in a long-running Broadway production, drawing both fans of the individual actors and newcomers curious about fresh interpretations. The mix of established names and rising talents may broaden the show’s appeal across different theatergoing demographics. Such changes often generate renewed media coverage and social buzz, potentially influencing ticket sales and extending the musical’s commercial viability. For the actors, this visibility may boost their careers, while for the industry, it underscores the importance of periodic recasting to keep classic material vibrant.