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Working on a Song: The Lyrics of Hadestown by Anaïs Mitchell

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Okay, so I saw the musical a few weeks ago. Sobbed. Ordered this book. Listened to “Wait For Me” on repeat.

Wow, so much went into bringing this “folk opera” to Broadway. Reading the lyrics closely and finding out what Mitchell wanted to convey and all the cuts and additions she made give me a new appreciation for the musical. I recommend listening to the songs as you go through the book for an even deeper experience.

I do wish that the book was longer and had more insight into blocking, lighting, costuming, etc. Kind of like Hamilton: The Revolution does. Regardless, it still seems well worth the read, particularly if you enjoyed the musical.