Fun fact! Lillias White also voiced the center/main muse in Disney's Hercules. Who is credited as being Calliope. AKA the mother of Orpheus. So with Hermes being Orpheus's parental figure in Hadestown, I found this to be a cool coincidence.
Okay, but the staging of Orpheus is hilarious when Hades comes into the picture, he does a little gazelle leap to get in front of his wife, then he literally has to put his hand in front of her to stop her from jumping in. Poor dude.
super late to this but when i first saw this a year ago what i couldn't stop thinking about is just how vastly matured that one gesture was. as reeve carney grows into the role so does orpheus and in that second of him looking at hades' arrival (in turn, persephone's departure). other performances simply have orpheus moving to eurydice's side to shield her, and this gesture is only orpheus' own first taste of suspicion, wariness, doubt. but when he JUMPS? the mere action is a desperate attempt to hide away eurydice from hades' view. like he understands just what kind of _something_ is going to happen next. the quick block and the small shake of the head as eurydice aims for a peek of the underworld, a plea. i can't put my finger on it but there's something so aware about the way this specific orpheus percieves the world around him, and something so nostalgic about the way he reacts.
@@ruzspruce9984because, as Hermes said, they sing this song again and again, and keep singing it anyway, to hope for a different outcome, maybe in his subconscious Orpheus knew how it would go
@@ruzspruce9984 Right? I love that idea that he had somewhat of a premonition of what was gonna happen but personally I don’t think it was a matter of trusting Eurydice. I love the myth, and to me it reflects human error derived from dread, I do think he trusted her just not enough to stop doubting himself which honestly is so sad 😭
I would seriously pay for it. Please, not too much because our salaries here in Uruguay aren't the same as in the USA, but I _would_ pay for a proshoot.
THIS PERSEPHONE IS SO CRAZILY TALENTED OMG THIS WOMAN IS A YOUNG PERSEPHONE, A YOUNG WOMAN WHO IS TIRED BUT NOT EXHAUSTED AND RESIGNED YET. I love it I can't believe it.
I was shocked when I saw a woman doing the hermes roll in such a good way! It's such a great thing about theater that the type cast is "flexible". I clearly need to watch more theater because I didn't expect the gender change and it works so well and she is amazing!!!
@Dr. Cat Likes Theater sometimes the fates are covered by a non-binary actor in the case of Alex Lugo on tour and YaYa Reich on broadway. Both actors have played non-binary eurydices too
Orpheus stepping in front of Eurydice after she says "Kinda makes you wonder how it feels!" just kills me. Like, "Don't you dare hurt her!" Honey, he's literally the King of Hell. You don't stand a chance.
Was able to see Lillias perform on Christmas Eve. She fubbed the alright part and said "I'm sorry I'm out of it today. Merry Christmas." I don't know why but that little mistake is what sold me on her. I feel like the roles of Hermes in particular really lends itself to being personalized by the actor. She really made it her own and I absolutely loved it. I think I'll always prefer André but I love seeing what other people do with this role.
"The role of Hermes lends itself to being personalized by the actor" The fact that the singer on the OG concept album, Chris Sullivan, Andre and Lillias' Hermes-es are all incredibly distinct from each other and yet all work within the context of the story basically confirms that sentiment
I saw her a few days after she started the role and she screwed up lyrics a grand total of 5 times. From what I've heard she is still making tons of mistakes, especially in the opening number. Hope she gets the hang of it :/
I was lucky enough to see this with the original cast in previews -- which was transcendent -- but honestly, this cast just makes it their own in the best way. Lillias White as Hermes is just plain INSPIRED -- and I adore this Persephone's voice.
She used to be one of the Fates! I’m always a fan of major roles for contraltos, there frankly aren’t enough of them on Broadway and I’m so happy that they made Persephone work for her because it sounds incredible.
@@sontaranmc2109 I always found Jewelle's voice such a beautiful and unique part of the original recording so I'm happy to see her playing a bigger role
Just saw this cast yesterday and it was stunning. I was up in the mezzanine so it was really cool to see all the turntables and levels from a high angle.
Reeve is so cute look at him do the little jump to go in front of Eva. Honestly my favorite thing to do in ensemble songs is to scour the background for Reeve and Eva and see what they're doing
I don’t think there was any way she could beat Andrè De Shields, at least in my mind, but Lillias is still incredible in that role! She brings an interesting element to the character that you really don’t see in contemporary shows. I like it.
Lillias White is fantastic I saw her live when I visited NYC and god damn that woman was pure talent and skill. I aspire to be like her and Eva one day. Hadestown has an amazing cast I actually want to be like all of them one day
Ooooh I kinda like how much more possessive/protective orpheus seems in this, wrapping his arms around euridice and all. Interesting parallel for hades later
1:49 sorry I have Orpheus and Eurydice brainrot but on stage right look at them sitting on the same barstool. AGH. I remember when I saw this cast that during that moment Orpheus kissed her cheek and Euridyice laughed and turned around and kissed his, it was really sweet
i would love to see when the chips are down with these fates. their voices blend together in such a unique way. also would love to see chant with this company
The lyrics were pretty easy to learn so I was singing along whenever the chorus came on. This is a fun song! Never watched the musical so I listened to this song without context like a few other musicals songs. And those musicals are my favorite ones, so I’m sure if I watch this one, it would be my favorite too!
I saw Hadestown in early March in NYC with Lillias White, and Soara-Joye Ross played Persephone. Also had Reeve Carney and Eva Noblezada as cast. They were all amazing. I've seen videos of the other people who played Hermes, and I think Lillias White is the best for that role. That woman can sing, and was amazing.
I saw this show just before New Years and it was incredible, Lillias has such a unique energy to her portrayal of Hermes. It changes the show in such subtle ways and it works so well.
I felt so lucky to be able to see the obc back in 2019 but honestly the cast is still top tier and I think ever iteration is so incredibly unique. I wish I could back and see this version.
My god, Jewelle! When I saw the show years ago, you were one of The Fates, and you stood out to me so much. Makes so much sense that you could so easily step into a lead role. Killed it! I still hold that no female voice can delve into the low register with such gorgeous tone the way you do.
I was thrilled to hear a woman (specially a woman of color) making the role of Hermes, but kinda sad that I'd never be able to watch her, I'm really glad I came across this video, thank you so much
I am diggging the woman playing Persephone- so glad she's performing when I go to see it in 2 weeks. Just found out she's an alternate- when I compare her to the OBC I prefer this one for the energy and movement. Hopefully her acting is also superior.
Different but good. I still prefer Andre performance but this still awesome. You could never go with some Lillias White. BTW, Her Don't Rain on My Parade is also different but *chefs kiss*
@@Ratchetonater if they could release an album with Lea Michele instead of Beanie Feldstein (the original) for Funny Girl I bet they can re-release this one
@@merivial8661 That's only because Beanie Feldstein left before they did the cast recording, they didn't re-record anything, the original just left really early because of backlash. I've never heard of two different broadway casts for the same show being recorded except for revivals of shows.
My friend the late Dan Eriksen committed suicide a few years ago and I got to see the song run through of this before it ever got close to coming to the stage - it was in its very early stages of planning Dan was a Lighting and Sound guy by profession - the name of his business was On location Productions - the funny thing is they told me Leonard Nimoy was sitting behind me at the run through and I didn't even realize it and never even saw him at all but I remember saying to myself at the performance I don't even like musicals or plays and all these songs are great and sure enough it's enjoying great success - if anybody was at that dry run through performance leave me a message or if you knew Dan Eriksen
Damn I need to see this and I knew a woman as Hermes would be amazing .. I actually imagined myself as Hermes since I tend to be cast as guide mother type roles
No denying Lillias White's talent at all. But I much prefer Andre's take on Hermes. He was magical, and I am so glad to have been able to see the entire OBC a week after their Tony win.
Does anyone know what the dance Persephone does with her head hanging down is called? I've seen other actors do the same dance at that part, but I don't know what it is!
It's always been apart of show at least since 2016, the dance from what one actress said, almost like death and possession, this whole song is meant to represent a funeral! (hence Hermes black umbrella)
So what this video is telling me is that they probably have the whole original show filmed, and at any time they could do the Hamilton treatment on Disney+ or something…interesting. 🤔
Fun fact! Lillias White also voiced the center/main muse in Disney's Hercules. Who is credited as being Calliope. AKA the mother of Orpheus. So with Hermes being Orpheus's parental figure in Hadestown, I found this to be a cool coincidence.
I KNEW I RECOGNISED HER VOICE
We've gone full circle, lol
now wait a minute
Awesome tidbit! Thank you for sharing
lillias white is destined to be orpheus' parental figure apparently!
Okay, but the staging of Orpheus is hilarious when Hades comes into the picture, he does a little gazelle leap to get in front of his wife, then he literally has to put his hand in front of her to stop her from jumping in. Poor dude.
It's so funny, bro literally just stepped out of the bedroom with eurydice
super late to this but when i first saw this a year ago what i couldn't stop thinking about is just how vastly matured that one gesture was. as reeve carney grows into the role so does orpheus and in that second of him looking at hades' arrival (in turn, persephone's departure). other performances simply have orpheus moving to eurydice's side to shield her, and this gesture is only orpheus' own first taste of suspicion, wariness, doubt. but when he JUMPS? the mere action is a desperate attempt to hide away eurydice from hades' view. like he understands just what kind of _something_ is going to happen next. the quick block and the small shake of the head as eurydice aims for a peek of the underworld, a plea. i can't put my finger on it but there's something so aware about the way this specific orpheus percieves the world around him, and something so nostalgic about the way he reacts.
@@ruzspruce9984because, as Hermes said, they sing this song again and again, and keep singing it anyway, to hope for a different outcome, maybe in his subconscious Orpheus knew how it would go
@@sup9441 how bitter. he knew somewhat how it would go this time and even then he could not trust her
@@ruzspruce9984 Right? I love that idea that he had somewhat of a premonition of what was gonna happen but personally I don’t think it was a matter of trusting Eurydice. I love the myth, and to me it reflects human error derived from dread, I do think he trusted her just not enough to stop doubting himself which honestly is so sad 😭
You go Lillias White! She is so badass. 71 years old and still killing it. Voice is phenomenal and dance moves on point.
SHES 71?!? I THOUGHT SHE WAS LIKE 45
@@negiposi good black don't crack ❤️ She looks amazing!
@@negiposi Had the exact same reaction. She really is a badass.
Our childhood Muse voice !
Wait what
give the crew member who pinned that wig in place a raise
4:53 I never realized that descending scale was sung by Eurydice! I always thought it was Persephone!
same
I really hope they do a pro-shot of Hadestown its so good.
I would seriously pay for it. Please, not too much because our salaries here in Uruguay aren't the same as in the USA, but I _would_ pay for a proshoot.
i would love that
Always have loved the thing Persephone does where she dances while bent over like it’s weird but in the best way, I love it sm
It’s a very 1920s flapper vibe, love it. Saw Betty Who last week, she was great in the role.
Also love that it's kinda similar to a train moving, it's super cool
@@Cursalock Too bad she doesn't have the vocal range or power the role requires.
this persephone is absolutely gorgeous, her eyes are literally sparkling
thanks
THIS PERSEPHONE IS SO CRAZILY TALENTED OMG THIS WOMAN IS A YOUNG PERSEPHONE, A YOUNG WOMAN WHO IS TIRED BUT NOT EXHAUSTED AND RESIGNED YET.
I love it I can't believe it.
Fun fact: she was one of the original Fates, I’m pretty sure she sang the lowest notes. You can hear her on some of the cast recordings!
i know persephone
@@thatoneperson1628
I was shocked when I saw a woman doing the hermes roll in such a good way! It's such a great thing about theater that the type cast is "flexible". I clearly need to watch more theater because I didn't expect the gender change and it works so well and she is amazing!!!
They have a male swing that covers one of the Fates too!
@@Astoldbysomeginger I'm hoping to make myself a gender neutral fate cosplay someday
@Dr. Cat Likes Theater sometimes the fates are covered by a non-binary actor in the case of Alex Lugo on tour and YaYa Reich on broadway. Both actors have played non-binary eurydices too
@@not_quite_clarinet That's cool
she was playing hermes when i went to see the show with my boyfriend and she was amazing!!!
Orpheus stepping in front of Eurydice after she says "Kinda makes you wonder how it feels!" just kills me. Like, "Don't you dare hurt her!" Honey, he's literally the King of Hell. You don't stand a chance.
Good grief he was jealous and that was it. Nothing to do with thinking she would be hurt.
And yet he's beaten him with a song.
I’m in love with this Persephone… her voice gives me chills 💚
Fun fact, she was one of The Fates in the original Broadway cast!!
yes!!!!!! jewelle blackman appreciation!!!
@@wildfire7140 I thought so! I didn’t know for sure but I recognized her voice.
@@lizzzylavender Yeah, she’s definitely singing with an entirely different personality, I didn’t know it was her, too, until like a few weeks ago.
THAT'S WHO IT IS gosh she's FANTASTIC.
Was able to see Lillias perform on Christmas Eve. She fubbed the alright part and said "I'm sorry I'm out of it today. Merry Christmas." I don't know why but that little mistake is what sold me on her. I feel like the roles of Hermes in particular really lends itself to being personalized by the actor. She really made it her own and I absolutely loved it. I think I'll always prefer André but I love seeing what other people do with this role.
"The role of Hermes lends itself to being personalized by the actor"
The fact that the singer on the OG concept album, Chris Sullivan, Andre and Lillias' Hermes-es are all incredibly distinct from each other and yet all work within the context of the story basically confirms that sentiment
I saw her a few days after she started the role and she screwed up lyrics a grand total of 5 times. From what I've heard she is still making tons of mistakes, especially in the opening number. Hope she gets the hang of it :/
@@th3Invincible Damn, between that and that one incident, she's NOT making a good first impression, which sucks... :(
@@th3Invincible I saw her on October and she did not make a single mistake
@@th3Invincible She didn't make any mistakes in the actual show. It was just that beginning she fumbled. The rest of the show she was great.
I was lucky enough to see this with the original cast in previews -- which was transcendent -- but honestly, this cast just makes it their own in the best way. Lillias White as Hermes is just plain INSPIRED -- and I adore this Persephone's voice.
She used to be one of the Fates! I’m always a fan of major roles for contraltos, there frankly aren’t enough of them on Broadway and I’m so happy that they made Persephone work for her because it sounds incredible.
@@sontaranmc2109 I always found Jewelle's voice such a beautiful and unique part of the original recording so I'm happy to see her playing a bigger role
Jewelle's voice is absolutely gorgeous, I loved her when she played one of the Fates and she brings such a fun personality to Persephone!
Get you someone who loves you as much as that wig loves Persephone's head (1:26)
i’m sorry but this comment absolutely cracked me up at 3am 😂
Seriously I was so anxious thinking it was gonna fly off!!!
Just saw this cast yesterday and it was stunning. I was up in the mezzanine so it was really cool to see all the turntables and levels from a high angle.
Where does this cast play?
@@Cymopolia This is the Broadway cast!
@@Cymopolia yep, current Broadway cast. I believe Patrick Page (Hades) is leaving at the end of December.
I sat in the mezzanine too when I saw it in April!
@@lillianward2810 I saw it Friday and he's still performing. Such a great job!
Reeve is so cute look at him do the little jump to go in front of Eva. Honestly my favorite thing to do in ensemble songs is to scour the background for Reeve and Eva and see what they're doing
I wish they released a cast recording of this cast. I wanna hear Lillias White perform the rest of the musical.
I don’t think there was any way she could beat Andrè De Shields, at least in my mind, but Lillias is still incredible in that role! She brings an interesting element to the character that you really don’t see in contemporary shows. I like it.
She played one of the muses in Hercules. I think she was the head one Calliope. From a technical minor goddess to one of the big twelve. It’s amazing.
@@jamessirot854 - You are correct about Lillias White being the voice of Calliope. Aka: the mother of Orpheus.
Lillias White is fantastic I saw her live when I visited NYC and god damn that woman was pure talent and skill. I aspire to be like her and Eva one day. Hadestown has an amazing cast I actually want to be like all of them one day
Ooooh I kinda like how much more possessive/protective orpheus seems in this, wrapping his arms around euridice and all. Interesting parallel for hades later
1:49 sorry I have Orpheus and Eurydice brainrot but on stage right look at them sitting on the same barstool. AGH. I remember when I saw this cast that during that moment Orpheus kissed her cheek and Euridyice laughed and turned around and kissed his, it was really sweet
what great casting idea. Never imagined that role played by a woman. And then they put the QUEEN!!!🥰 Bravo
i would love to see when the chips are down with these fates. their voices blend together in such a unique way. also would love to see chant with this company
Oh my lawd she’s so stunning
I saw this cast when we went to Broadway for my sister's sweet 16. Best Birthday ever and it wasn't even my own!
The lyrics were pretty easy to learn so I was singing along whenever the chorus came on. This is a fun song! Never watched the musical so I listened to this song without context like a few other musicals songs. And those musicals are my favorite ones, so I’m sure if I watch this one, it would be my favorite too!
today I got to see Lillias White's last hadestown performance, truly incredible.
I loved jewele Blackman as a fate but I think I love her more as persephone
1:23 - I'm speechless at that absolutely ILLEGAL griddy
That’s not the griddy
Wow she is incredible! I saw the show back in August with T Oliver Reid as Hermes, but I definitely need to go again to see Ms White in person!
how was he?? I havent heard much about his performance
@@lucasquires7511 He was really good! He had incredible energy and his line delivery is where he really shines
I can not put into words how much i respect and adore this musical. I watched it live last night and OH MY GOD it's spectacular!
Thanks for the upload - reels on instagram take so goddamn long to buffer long videos
I want someone who will hold me the way Orpheus holds Eurydice🥺🥺
Same!! 😩
Everyone is this cast is exceptional!
I saw Hadestown in early March in NYC with Lillias White, and Soara-Joye Ross played Persephone. Also had Reeve Carney and Eva Noblezada as cast. They were all amazing. I've seen videos of the other people who played Hermes, and I think Lillias White is the best for that role. That woman can sing, and was amazing.
OMG SAME
Fun fact: Way Down Hadestown was my 4th most listened to song on Spotify in 2022...
I saw this show just before New Years and it was incredible, Lillias has such a unique energy to her portrayal of Hermes. It changes the show in such subtle ways and it works so well.
That's my girl! I hope I get to catch whatever show(s) she's in next year!
i love this, makes me feel like im in the theater again
This is a wild mix of cast members
Even though I miss the Original Broadway cast (Saw it 6 Times on Broadway) This is incredible
I felt so lucky to be able to see the obc back in 2019 but honestly the cast is still top tier and I think ever iteration is so incredibly unique. I wish I could back and see this version.
My god, Jewelle! When I saw the show years ago, you were one of The Fates, and you stood out to me so much. Makes so much sense that you could so easily step into a lead role. Killed it! I still hold that no female voice can delve into the low register with such gorgeous tone the way you do.
They’re so brilliant 🥹
eva slays as always
Ayy just saw them live, they were phenomenal ❤️
God I loved seeing this live with these two
This was a freaking amazing program & I would go see it again I’m a second!!! Some amazing voices, especially these ladies & Hades
Lillias White is such an inspired casting choice omgggggg
I was thrilled to hear a woman (specially a woman of color) making the role of Hermes, but kinda sad that I'd never be able to watch her, I'm really glad I came across this video, thank you so much
i love her in this role it’s so amazing to see a woman doing it especially because it’s a role i connect to
I love this show
This is the cast I saw in Broadway, incredible!
Watched this on Sunday 15 Jan; oh, my it was beautiful. The talent displayed is phenomenal. congrats team. I love Lilias.
I am diggging the woman playing Persephone- so glad she's performing when I go to see it in 2 weeks. Just found out she's an alternate- when I compare her to the OBC I prefer this one for the energy and movement. Hopefully her acting is also superior.
Not the alternate… this is Jewelle Blackman and has been playing the part since April 2022
Jewelle was also one of the original Fates and used to be understudy of Persephone before she took over the role full-time
I just saw this cast a few days ago and they are fantastic
Different but good. I still prefer Andre performance but this still awesome. You could never go with some Lillias White. BTW, Her Don't Rain on My Parade is also different but *chefs kiss*
hermes is my dream role this now givee me hope 😭💖
I hope they re-release the soundtrack with this cast
Do they ever do re-releases?
@@Ratchetonater if they could release an album with Lea Michele instead of Beanie Feldstein (the original) for Funny Girl I bet they can re-release this one
@@Ratchetonater if a certain celebrity joins the cast and/or popular demand
@@Ratchetonater If it’s worth it they will but recording cost money if anything they will likely just do just one song
@@merivial8661 That's only because Beanie Feldstein left before they did the cast recording, they didn't re-record anything, the original just left really early because of backlash. I've never heard of two different broadway casts for the same show being recorded except for revivals of shows.
Never saw this show, but it looks great, and i love this song.
I would have l loved to see Ms. White in this show.
i was surprised when i went to hadestown for my second time to see a girl for hat part there but she was still amazing
Damn I love that song and the staging is incredible!
I’m so glad I was able to see the original cast.
4:40 when Orpheus sticks his arm out in front of her and looks at her like what are you doing ??
Ive never see this, but I love this so much omg
I wish there was a professional recording of the full show!
It's a detail you could easily miss but i just love how Persephone fans herself like it's so mesmerizing to me
This. This cast. This is my dream cast. Wow!! 🫶🏽🫶🏽
2:24 orpheus tapping his foot along with the beat 😭😭
I NEED TO SEE THIS WOMAN PERFORM IMMEDIATELY
Wow Lillais did amazing on this song!!
I saw national tour and man did it through me off when Hades and Persephone went down. In the tour, they had like a mock train tunnel
Not every theater can supply 2 turn table rings/elevator so they did have to change it!
Her Voice! Her moves!!! Let's go Lillias White!!!
I still wish they kept the ambrosia wine verse.
My friend the late Dan Eriksen committed suicide a few years ago and I got to see the song run through of this before it ever got close to coming to the stage - it was in its very early stages of planning Dan was a Lighting and Sound guy by profession - the name of his business was On location Productions - the funny thing is they told me Leonard Nimoy was sitting behind me at the run through and I didn't even realize it and never even saw him at all but I remember saying to myself at the performance I don't even like musicals or plays and all these songs are great and sure enough it's enjoying great success - if anybody was at that dry run through performance leave me a message or if you knew Dan Eriksen
Jewelle is having too mush fun with that fan lol
god i love jewelle 😭😭😭💞💖
i plan to see
New fav Hermes
Fun fact I saw this in July, it was awesome! You should def check it out
I need a pro shot of the guy playing the drums at the end
1:18 amazing save
i’ll die for miss jewelle
I actually like this better than the original.
4:23
orpheus's lil gazelle leap
Gorgeous cast, phenomenal band ❤️ Does anyone know who's playing trombone in this version?
Lillas white, she’s alright. But this Persephone is fantastic!
i know her
Where is the full version of this musical? I would love to see it.
There isn't a full proshot but there are boots here on CZcams
Damn I need to see this and I knew a woman as Hermes would be amazing .. I actually imagined myself as Hermes since I tend to be cast as guide mother type roles
The sound mixing on this recording is not doing her performance justice
No denying Lillias White's talent at all. But I much prefer Andre's take on Hermes. He was magical, and I am so glad to have been able to see the entire OBC a week after their Tony win.
Does anyone know what the dance Persephone does with her head hanging down is called? I've seen other actors do the same dance at that part, but I don't know what it is!
It's always been apart of show at least since 2016, the dance from what one actress said, almost like death and possession, this whole song is meant to represent a funeral! (hence Hermes black umbrella)
Go watch some videos of people dancing like the “flappers” in the 20s, definitely inspired by that.
My head would hurt so bad every night.. superior!!!
I would kill to see her do this role. As soon as I see her my brain goes….we are the muses 😅
Wow its rare that they would also a gender swap of a character- but she serves as Hermes v well. I also am enjoying this Persephone
So what this video is telling me is that they probably have the whole original show filmed, and at any time they could do the Hamilton treatment on Disney+ or something…interesting. 🤔
no bc I would kill for a proshot of this cast
Tell me everyone recognizes Lillia White from Hercules