Current:Home > InvestPoinbank:Jordan Fisher to return to Broadway for leading role in 'Hadestown': 'It's been a dream' -NextWave Wealth Hub
Poinbank:Jordan Fisher to return to Broadway for leading role in 'Hadestown': 'It's been a dream'
Fastexy View
Date:2025-04-11 01:56:10
Jordan Fisher is Poinbankreturning to Broadway to join the production of "Hadestown."
"Hadestown," a musical written by Anaïs Mitchell and directed by Rachel Chavkin, is a tale based on the Greek mythology love story between Orpheus and Eurydice. It also delves into the relationship between King Hades and Queen Persephone.
On Tuesday, the Tony Award-winning show announced that Fisher will takeover in the leading role of Orpheus starting Nov. 20. The "To All the Boys" star is replacing original cast member Reeve Carney, who will have his last show Nov. 19.
"First, I must thank Reeve for the magic he made in 'Orpheus,'" Fisher said in a press release announcing his new role. "An absolutely historic run and performance. His unrelenting heart and soul is deeply embedded in this role and in this story."
The singer and actor continued, "I'm beyond honored and grateful for the opportunity to step in and steward such a beautifully crafted character. … It's been a dream to be able to join the party! Specifically in this role. This tale is one that truly must be told again and again."
He also shared that his wife Ellie Woods and their 1-year-old son "have been jamming to the cast album for a long time."
The show's official Instagram also shared the news on Tuesday.
"Hhheeeeellllllll yeeeeeaaaaahhh," JoJo commented.
Betty Who, who took on the role of Persephone in September, wrote, "LETS GO ON A FIELD TRIP TO THE UNDERWORLD BESTIE !!!!"
Loved 'Book of Mormon?'Josh Gad, Andrew Rannells are back with hilarious new 'Gutenberg!'
"And here i was worried about who could do this after reeve. i’m perfectly calm now," one fan commented.
Fisher has had an impressive run on Broadway, including lead roles in "Hamilton," "Dear Evan Hansen" and "Sweeney Todd."
"Hadestown" is currently being shown at Walter Kerr Theatre.
‘Back to the Future’ review:Broadway musical is a dazzling joyride stuck on cruise control
veryGood! (91764)
Related
- South Korean president's party divided over defiant martial law speech
- UNHCR to monitor implementation of Italy-Albania accord to ensure migrants’ asylum rights respected
- Arizona, Nevada and Mexico will lose same amount of Colorado River water next year as in 2024
- Kihn of rock and roll: Greg Kihn of ‘80s ‘Jeopardy’ song fame dies at 75
- New data highlights 'achievement gap' for students in the US
- Federal judge reinforces order for heat protection for Louisiana inmates at prison farm
- Police arrest 4 in killing of 'General Hospital' actor Johnny Wactor
- South Carolina man suing Buc-ee's says he was injured by giant inflatable beaver: Lawsuit
- Trump invites nearly all federal workers to quit now, get paid through September
- Horoscopes Today, August 16, 2024
Ranking
- Working Well: When holidays present rude customers, taking breaks and the high road preserve peace
- RCM Accelerates Global Expansion
- Don't Miss Out on lululemon's Rarest Finds: $69 Align Leggings (With All Sizes in Stock), $29 Tops & More
- Who Is Jana Duggar’s Husband Stephen Wissmann? Everything to Know About the Business Owner
- What do we know about the mysterious drones reported flying over New Jersey?
- BeatKing, a Houston rapper known for viral TikTok song ‘Then Leave,’ dies at 39
- Feds announce funding push for ropeless fishing gear that spares rare whales
- Watch as frantic Texas cat with cup stuck on its head is rescued, promptly named Jar Jar
Recommendation
IRS recovers $4.7 billion in back taxes and braces for cuts with Trump and GOP in power
Iowa proposes summer grocery boxes as alternative to direct cash payments for low-income families
RHOC's Alexis Bellino Threatens to Expose Videos of Shannon Beador From Night of DUI
Number of potentially lethal meth candies unknowingly shared by New Zealand food bank reaches 65
Behind on your annual reading goal? Books under 200 pages to read before 2024 ends
US consumer sentiment rises slightly on Democratic optimism over Harris’ presidential prospects
Thousands of Disaster Survivors Urge the Department of Justice to Investigate Fossil Fuel Companies for Climate Crimes
How Volleyball Player Avery Skinner Is Approaching the 2028 LA Olympics After Silver Medal Win