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Hadestown: Patrick Page’s Injury Changed Hades | Set Stories
Collider has published a video feature in which Hadestown film stars Reeve Carney and Eva Noblezada discuss the making of the musical's screen adaptation. The pair explain that the production was designed to feel like a genuine feature film rather than a simple recording of a stage show, despite being set within a theatrical staging.
The brief clip forms part of Collider's "Set Stories" video series, published on 27 July 2026. Little further detail is given in the accompanying text, with the headline also referencing co-star Patrick Page and how an injury he sustained affected his portrayal of the character Hades, though this point is not elaborated on beyond the video itself.
In short
- Hadestown film stars discuss making it feel cinematic, not stage-bound
- Video is part of Collider's "Set Stories" series
- Headline notes Patrick Page's injury reportedly changed his take on Hades
Explained simply
Hadestown is a musical based on the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, reimagined in a depression-era setting. The theatrical production has achieved major success, particularly on Broadway. A film adaptation of the musical is now in production, bringing the stage show to the screen.
Converting a stage musical into a feature film presents creative challenges about how to balance theatrical performance with cinematic storytelling. The filmmakers have opted to create a genuine film rather than simply recording a stage production, whilst maintaining the theatrical qualities that made the show successful. The cast includes established performers like Reeve Carney and Eva Noblezada.
Patrick Page, who plays the character Hades in the film, sustained an injury during production that affected his performance. Production difficulties of this nature can influence how scenes are staged and shot during major film projects.
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