Anais Mitchell
Latest News on Anais Mitchell:
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2024 - Where to Watch MARIA, the BEETLEJUICE Sequel, & More (Nov 29, 2024)
Review: HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION at Bryant High School (Nov 26, 2024)
HADESTOWN - LIVE FROM LONDON West End Cast Recording Will Be Released Next Month (Nov 15, 2024)
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2024 - Where to Watch MARIA, the BEETLEJUICE Sequel, & More (Nov 29, 2024)
Review: HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION at Bryant High School (Nov 26, 2024)
HADESTOWN - LIVE FROM LONDON West End Cast Recording Will Be Released Next Month (Nov 15, 2024)
BIO
Anais Mitchell is a singer-songwriter whose recordings include the original studio album of Ha-destown (2010, featuring Justin Vernon and Ani Difranco) and Young Man in America (2012). Reinterpretations of traditional music include Child Ballads (2013, with Jefferson Hamer) and Bonny Light Horseman (2019, as Bonny Light Horseman). She has headlined worldwide and supported tours for Bon Iver, Josh Ritter and Punch Brothers. Awards include BBC Radio2 Folk Award and Folk Alliance International Spirit of Folk Award. Year-end best lists: NPR, Wall Street Journal, MOJO, Uncut, Guardian, Sunday Times, Observer. Hadestown is Anais's first musical.
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Amber Gray, Andre De Shields, Rachel Clavkin, Anais Mitchell, David Neumann, Eva Noblezada, Afra Hines and Timothy Hughes with cast during Broadway Opening Night Performance Curtain Call for 'Hadestown' at the Walter Kerr Theatre on April 17, 2019 in New York City.
Date:
12/28/2019
From: Photo Coverage: A Look Back on the Most Memorable Performances of 2019
Productions
Writing
Music, Lyrics
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Anais Mitchell, Hadestown
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding New Score
Anais Mitchell, Hadestown
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Book of a Musical
Anais Mitchell, Hadestown
winner
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Anais Mitchell, Hadestown
Videos
VIDEO: Tony Awards Tributes! HADESTOWN Takes the Tonys Way Down
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-06-01 16:35:49
TV: Stars from HADESTOWN, MOULIN ROUGE, JAGGED LITTLE PILL & More Pick Favorite Cast Albums!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-01-26 10:01:00
TV: Stars of MOULIN ROUGE! HADESTOWN & More Celebrate Grammy Nominations!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-01-14 13:34:29
TV: Livin' It Up with HADESTOWN Stars Eva Noblezada & Reeve Carney
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2019-09-29 12:01:00
VIDEO: Cast of HADESTOWN Performs Mashup on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-08-13 09:22:20
VIDEO: The Cast of HADESTOWN Performs 'Wait For Me' at the 2019 TONYS
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-06-10 08:50:09
Tony Awards Close-Up: The Great Storyteller of 2017, Rachel Chavkin, Explains How She Told the Tale of GREAT COMET
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-06-05 13:33:45
News
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2024 - Where to Watch MARIA, the BEETLEJUICE Sequel, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 29, 2024
December sees the streaming debut of the highly anticipated Maria Callas biopic featuring Angelina Jolie, the 60th anniversary Mary Poppins special, Tim Burton's Beetlejuice sequel, and more!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 29, 2024
December sees the streaming debut of the highly anticipated Maria Callas biopic featuring Angelina Jolie, the 60th anniversary Mary Poppins special, Tim Burton's Beetlejuice sequel, and more!
Review: HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION at Bryant High School
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 26, 2024
Directed by Jeremy Clay, the Bryant High School Thespian Troupe took on an ambitious challenge with their production of Hadestown: Teen Edition, presented November 14-17, and the result was nothing short of extraordinary. With a story as layered and emotionally rich as this Tony Award-winning musical, with Music, Lyrics, and Book by Anais Mitchell, the students poured their hearts into every moment, creating a show that was as visually stunning as it was emotionally resonant.
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 26, 2024
Directed by Jeremy Clay, the Bryant High School Thespian Troupe took on an ambitious challenge with their production of Hadestown: Teen Edition, presented November 14-17, and the result was nothing short of extraordinary. With a story as layered and emotionally rich as this Tony Award-winning musical, with Music, Lyrics, and Book by Anais Mitchell, the students poured their hearts into every moment, creating a show that was as visually stunning as it was emotionally resonant.
HADESTOWN - LIVE FROM LONDON West End Cast Recording Will Be Released Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
HADESTOWN – LIVE FROM LONDON, the original West End cast album for Tony and Grammy Award-winning ‘Best Musical' Hadestown, recorded live at the Lyric Theatre in London, will be released on December.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
HADESTOWN – LIVE FROM LONDON, the original West End cast album for Tony and Grammy Award-winning ‘Best Musical' Hadestown, recorded live at the Lyric Theatre in London, will be released on December.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 14, 2024
by - Oct 14, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 14, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 14, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 14, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
HADESTOWN Will Open in Melbourne and Amsterdam Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024
Productions of Hadestown will open in Amsterdam, Netherlands at the Royal Theater Carré and in Melbourne, Australia at the Her Majesty’s Theatre in Spring 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024
Productions of Hadestown will open in Amsterdam, Netherlands at the Royal Theater Carré and in Melbourne, Australia at the Her Majesty’s Theatre in Spring 2025.
Highland Center For The Arts to Launch VT Tour Of Rob Mermin's ACT 39
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2024
Rob Mermin's ACT 39, a humor-filled story of friendship and facing mortality, will tour Vermont this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2024
Rob Mermin's ACT 39, a humor-filled story of friendship and facing mortality, will tour Vermont this fall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
HADESTOWN Returns to Seoul Next Month
by Oliver Oliveros - Jun 25, 2024
Like its hero, the bold Orpheus, 'Hadestown' made its international premiere in Seoul amid the persistent threats of COVID-19 in 2021. It ran for six months in the capital city, with additional performances in Daegu and Busan in 2022, which clocked in a total of 233 performances.
by Oliver Oliveros - Jun 25, 2024
Like its hero, the bold Orpheus, 'Hadestown' made its international premiere in Seoul amid the persistent threats of COVID-19 in 2021. It ran for six months in the capital city, with additional performances in Daegu and Busan in 2022, which clocked in a total of 233 performances.
Sarah Ruhl's EURYDICE is Coming to The Firehouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024
Experience the classic Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice from a new perspective in Sarah Ruhl's EURYDICE at the Firehouse. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2024
Experience the classic Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice from a new perspective in Sarah Ruhl's EURYDICE at the Firehouse. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside HADESTOWN's 5 Year Anniversary Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024
Check out photos from Hadestown's 5 year anniversary celebration! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024
Check out photos from Hadestown's 5 year anniversary celebration! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 16, 2024
by - Apr 16, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Apr 16, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of LEMPICKA
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 15, 2024
Lempicka celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld was there as some of the industry's biggest stars arrived for the special night. Check out photos of special guests, including: Shoshana Bean, J. Harrison Ghee, Kate Reinders, Dylan Mulvaney, Anais Mitchell and many more
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 15, 2024
Lempicka celebrated its opening night and BroadwayWorld was there as some of the industry's biggest stars arrived for the special night. Check out photos of special guests, including: Shoshana Bean, J. Harrison Ghee, Kate Reinders, Dylan Mulvaney, Anais Mitchell and many more
HADESTOWN's Ani DiFranco to Release 'Unprecedented Sh!t' Album in May
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2024
Produced by BJ Burton (Bon Iver), the title Unprecedented Sh!t not only reflects the significant departure in sound presented by Ani's latest 11-track album, but also serves as a poignant political and social commentary on the contemporary global landscape. DiFranco is currently starring as ‘Persephone' in the Tony-winning Best Musical, Hadestown.
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2024
Produced by BJ Burton (Bon Iver), the title Unprecedented Sh!t not only reflects the significant departure in sound presented by Ani's latest 11-track album, but also serves as a poignant political and social commentary on the contemporary global landscape. DiFranco is currently starring as ‘Persephone' in the Tony-winning Best Musical, Hadestown.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 26, 2024
by - Mar 26, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 26, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Mar 26, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 26, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Go Inside NYTW's 2024 Gala Honoring Liesl Tommy
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 19, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop hosted its 2024 Gala, honoring theater and film visionary Liesl Tommy. The evening’s program was hosted by Nicole Ari Parker, directed by Kevin Cahoon, and feature musical direction by Rick Hip-Flores.
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 19, 2024
New York Theatre Workshop hosted its 2024 Gala, honoring theater and film visionary Liesl Tommy. The evening’s program was hosted by Nicole Ari Parker, directed by Kevin Cahoon, and feature musical direction by Rick Hip-Flores.
Listen: HADESTOWN's Ani DiFranco Drops New Single 'Baby Roe'
by Michael Major - Feb 27, 2024
Get a first listen to Hadestown star Ani DiFranco's new track “Baby Roe.” DiFranco is currently starring as ‘Persephone' in the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical, Hadestown. DiFranco's history with Hadestown began in 2010 when she invited Anais Mitchell to release the original studio album of Hadestown on DiFranco's label.
by Michael Major - Feb 27, 2024
Get a first listen to Hadestown star Ani DiFranco's new track “Baby Roe.” DiFranco is currently starring as ‘Persephone' in the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical, Hadestown. DiFranco's history with Hadestown began in 2010 when she invited Anais Mitchell to release the original studio album of Hadestown on DiFranco's label.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 23, 2024
by - Feb 23, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 23, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: HADESTOWN in London's West End
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 22, 2024
Hadestown, the acclaimed Broadway musical phenomenon by singer-songwriter Anais Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin has made its long-awaited West End premiere at the Lyric Theatre.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 22, 2024
Hadestown, the acclaimed Broadway musical phenomenon by singer-songwriter Anais Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin has made its long-awaited West End premiere at the Lyric Theatre.
Town Hall Theater's Wintertide Concert Series Continues With Reed Foehl and His Band
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2024
On Friday, March 8th at 7:30pm, Town Hall Theater’s Wintertide Concert Series continues with Reed Foehl and His Band for an inspired show of Americana music, blending roots-rock, folk, and bluegrass.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2024
On Friday, March 8th at 7:30pm, Town Hall Theater’s Wintertide Concert Series continues with Reed Foehl and His Band for an inspired show of Americana music, blending roots-rock, folk, and bluegrass.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of RUSSIAN TROLL FARM at Vineyard Theatre
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 12, 2024
Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy by Obie Award winner Sarah Gancher, directed by Tony Award winner Darko Tresnjak, officially opened at Vineyard Theatre last week. Check out photos from opening night here!
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 12, 2024
Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy by Obie Award winner Sarah Gancher, directed by Tony Award winner Darko Tresnjak, officially opened at Vineyard Theatre last week. Check out photos from opening night here!
Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks The Top Toronto Theatre of 2023
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 2, 2024
It’s been a strong year for Toronto theatre. I saw 145 shows this year in Toronto and beyond, and am happy to report that theatre is alive and well. I’ve laughed, sobbed, coughed (discreetly into a mask), and cheered my way through our stages in 2023. Here are some local highlights.
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 2, 2024
It’s been a strong year for Toronto theatre. I saw 145 shows this year in Toronto and beyond, and am happy to report that theatre is alive and well. I’ve laughed, sobbed, coughed (discreetly into a mask), and cheered my way through our stages in 2023. Here are some local highlights.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Anais Mitchell written?
Anais Mitchell has written 1 shows including Hadestown (Music, Lyrics).
What awards has Anais Mitchell been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hadestown, Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hadestown, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hadestown and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Hadestown.
What awards has Anais Mitchell won?
Anais Mitchell has won the Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Hadestown, as well as the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards, also for Hadestown.
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