Hadestown
Walter Kerr Theatre
A journey to the underworld, carried by music and the possibility of hope.
Book Tickets→BROADWAY · MUSICAL
Two retired helper robots discover how much a connection can change.
1 / 9Production images and artwork.
Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes, with no intermission
Recommended for ages 8 and older; children under 4 are not admitted.
Broadway, New York
LIVE PERFORMANCE CALENDAR
Choose a date. All times are New York local time.
Checking the latest performance dates…
Book TicketsChoose from the seating options available for your performance. Review the available seats, total price, and ticket details before confirming your booking.
Maybe Happy Ending follows Oliver and Claire, retired helper robots whose separate routines are interrupted by an unexpected encounter. The musical by Will Aronson and Hue Park, directed by Michael Arden, plays at the Belasco Theatre. Its premise makes room for questions about companionship, change, and what gives a life meaning. Put it on the shortlist when you want an original musical with a relationship at its center and are happy to enter a world you do not already know.
Worth knowing: No intermission; A quieter premise than a familiar pop-song musical
Choosing an unfamiliar title can feel harder than choosing a film adaptation or a famous album. Start instead with the question the story raises: what might two people, or two beings, discover by letting someone else interrupt a settled routine? If that interests you, the lack of a familiar brand can become part of the attraction. Our recommendation is to keep advance reading brief. A basic understanding of Oliver and Claire provides enough context without turning their developing relationship into something you have already summarized.
For a couple, the premise offers an easy way to discuss what each person wants from the evening. Are you looking for a loud celebration, a familiar soundtrack, or a story about connection that leaves room for reflection? We would shortlist this for the third preference. That recommendation is about the subject and format, not a promise of how anyone will feel. Friends and solo theatergoers can use the same question; a relationship-centered story does not require attending as a pair.
The production lists 1 hour and 40 minutes without intermission. That can simplify a dinner plan, but it also means taking care of practical needs before the show begins. Choose a seat with a clear description, check any view restriction, and resolve stairs or access needs before you buy. Avoid assuming a higher level is reachable by elevator. For children, consider whether an uninterrupted performance suits their attention and comfort. Leave enough time to arrive calmly rather than using the shorter running time to squeeze in another activity.
CHOOSE YOUR PERSPECTIVE
The official venue page includes a chart for Orchestra, Mezzanine, Balcony, and boxes. These recommendations are editorial guidance for comparing tickets, not a certification of specific seats or views.
Compare centered Orchestra and Mezzanine positions if both routes suit you. Decide whether closer detail or an elevated perspective is your priority.
Consider Balcony offers alongside another date in a lower section. Account for stairs and any stated restriction as well as price.
THEATER LOCATION & ACCESS
Belasco Theatre
111 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036
The main entrance has two small steps; a side entrance is step-free with staff assistance to identify the route. The Orchestra has no steps. Mezzanine and Balcony seating require stairs, with no elevator or escalator. The operator lists a wheelchair-accessible restroom and designated transfer locations.
Check the performance date and time before traveling. Admission rules and accessibility arrangements are specific to the production and theater. Contact the venue for requirements that affect your visit.
Explore the theater ↗YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
It concerns Oliver and Claire, retired helper robots whose meeting changes their solitary routines. The premise uses an unfamiliar kind of character to explore companionship and the possibilities opened by an unexpected connection.
The Broadway production is presented as an original musical by Will Aronson and Hue Park. You do not need to watch a film or read a source novel before attending.
The current official FAQ lists 1 hour and 40 minutes with no intermission. Some older ticket listings give a different estimate, so use the production’s current guidance for your planning.
The production recommends ages 8 and older and does not admit children under 4. Think about the uninterrupted running time and your child’s interest in a relationship-centered story when deciding.
The Broadway production is at the Belasco Theatre. The show also has a touring engagement, so check the venue and city carefully when searching for dates or comparing listings.
Our recommendation is to avoid it. The premise and a brief musical sample are enough to judge whether the show interests you, while leaving the characters’ discoveries to happen during the performance.
KEEP YOUR OPTIONS OPEN
Walter Kerr Theatre
A journey to the underworld, carried by music and the possibility of hope.
Book Tickets→Longacre Theatre
Two very different people find common ground in New York.
Book Tickets→