The Great Gatsby Tickets

The Story Unfolds: Origins and Evolution

The Great Gatsby new musical transports audiences into the opulent and turbulent world of the 1920s. Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic novel, the story follows Jay Gatsby, a wealthy and mysterious millionaire who throws extravagant parties in hopes of reuniting with his lost love, Daisy Buchanan. Narrated by Nick Carraway, a newcomer to Long Island, the tale unravels with themes of love, obsession, wealth, and the elusive American Dream.

The musical adaptation of The Great Gatsby made its highly anticipated debut at the Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey, shattering box office records and earning rave reviews. After this sold-out run, the show arrived on Broadway, where it continues to dazzle audiences before it transferred to London in April 2025.

Behind the Scenes: Crafting the Spectacle

Jamie Muscato and Frances Mayli McCann will lead The Great Gatsby musical in the West End!

The creative forces behind The Great Gatsby new musical include some of Broadway’s finest talents. Directed by Marc Bruni (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), this production features stunning choreography by Dominique Kelley (So You Think You Can Dance) that brings the energy of the Jazz Age to life. The book, written by Kait Kerrigan (The Mad Ones), stays true to the novel's heart, exploring the characters’ complex motivations and emotional struggles.

A fun fact about this production is its elaborate party scenes, which feature over 100 costumes inspired by 1920s fashion. The visual spectacle and attention to detail have earned the show widespread acclaim, with The New York Times praising it as “lush, bewitching, and dazzling.”

Keep in Mind

Brace yourself to be swept away by the Tony Award®-winning musical, The Great Gatsby.