Myths and Hymns

Myths and Hymns (originally known as Saturn Returns) is a song cycle by musical theater composer Adam Guettel, based on Greek myth and lyrics found in an antique hymnal. Performed in concert format, Guettel demonstrates the span of reflection to a god, friend, or oneself. The songs range from electronic jazz and piano ballad to gospel and musical theater.

The original cast included:

Songs found on the CD in its final form:

Children of the Heavenly King
At the Sounding
Saturn Returns
Icarus
Migratory V
Pegasus
Link
Hero & Leander
Sisyphus
Come to Jesus
How Can I Lose You?
There's a Shout
Awaiting You
The Great Highway
There's a Land
Saturn Returns (Reprise)

Performers on this disc include: Adam Guettel, Audra McDonald, Mandy Patinkin, Kristin Chenoweth, Vivian Cherry,Billy Porter and Theresa McCarthy.

European Premiere

The show received its European premiere on the 22nd April and was scheduled to run a further two performances on the 29th April, 2007 and the 6th of May at the Finborough theatre. Due to popular demand the show was scheduled for two further performances on the 30th of April and 7th of May.

"... This is musical theatre that is challenging, compelling and compulsive... there is an astonishing intelligence and physicality throughout... bring yourself to it - as the fiercely committed cast of Tom Cooper’s production do - and it one of the most rewarding experiences you can have..." Mark Shenton, THE STAGE

The cast consisted of –

Directed by Tom Cooper. Musical Supervisor Mark Collins. Musical Director Joe Hood.

Guitar & Percussion Tim Yates

The show's order followed that of the score rather than the CD: