The singer and West End performer will take audiences on a journey to the underworld in the acclaimed musical that blends American folk, pop, blues and New Orleans-inspired jazz.
Nicola Roberts, who starred in Girls Aloud alongside Cheryl, Nadine Coyle, Sarah Harding and Kimberley Walsh, will join the West End production of Hadestown at London’s Lyric Theatre from 16th September until 18th January 2026.
She will join a cast that includes Desmonda Cathabel as Eurydice; Chris Jarman as Hades; Cedric Neal as Hermes; and Dylan Wood as Orpheus.
The singer said: “I am beyond thrilled to be joining the cast of Hadestown in London. This show is a true masterpiece, and I am honoured to be a part of such a talented and inspiring team.
“The role of Persephone has such depth and complexity, she feels light and sorrow, joy and darkness. Her songs are rich with emotion and an absolute joy to sing, and I’m excited to explore every facet of her character on stage. I am grateful for this incredible opportunity, and I can’t wait to share this journey with audiences in London. Let’s take a trip to the underworld together!”
From indie project to West End hit: about Hadestown
Blending American songwriting traditions, from indie folk, to pop, blues, and New Orleans-inspired jazz, Hadestown has music, lyrics, and book by acclaimed Tony and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell who created Hadestown as an indie theatre project and album, before transforming the show into a musical alongside artistic collaborator and Tony Award-winning director Rachel Chavkin.
The story of Hadestown
The show takes audiences on an unforgettable journey to the underworld and back, intertwining two mythic love stories – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and of King Hades and his wife Persephone.
A deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience, Hadestown invites you to imagine how the world could be.
Nicola Roberts’ career highlights
Nicola Roberts first rose to prominence in 2002 as a member of the BRIT Award-winning group Girls Aloud, formed on ITV’s Popstars: The Rivals. The group went on to achieve 20 consecutive UK Top 10 singles, including four number ones, and released five hit studio albums. In 2013 Nicola released her debut solo album, Cinderella’s Eyes, before going on to enjoy success as a songwriter for other artists.
In 2020, she won the inaugural season of The Masked Singer UK as ‘Queen Bee’. Later that year, she made her West End debut in Josie Rourke’s revival of City of Angels at the Garrick Theatre, playing the roles of Avril and Mallory.
Ticket information and group bookings
Hadestown is currently booking at the Lyric Theatre until February 2026. Groups can obtain reduced rates on tickets when booking together for Tuesday to Friday performances and Sunday evenings in September.
For more information about Hadestown visit uk.hadestown.com.
We took Group Leisure & Travel readers to see the show in January after Hadestown arranged a special ticket offer. Read what they thought about the show here.
