The Great Gatsby – Theatrical Production at Saenger Theatre

Great Gatsby Musical

Experience the luxurious world of the Roaring Twenties with "The Great Gatsby - Broadway show," a stunning Broadway adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's timeless novel. Coming to you LIVE this March at Saenger Theatre in New Orleans, Louisiana. This lush and dazzling show overflows with glamor. Featuring a jazz and pop-infused soundtrack that captures the era's lavishness and hardship. With stunning visuals, impressive showtunes, and stellar performances, it's a magnificent spectacle that transports viewers to a era of glamour and fantasy. Hailed as a Broadway's classic spectacle, this musical delivers classic themes of ambition mixed with love and the American Dream. Tickets for this this glittering masterpiece showing on Tuesday 24th March 2026 start at $20.

Plot

Set in 1922 Long Island, the story follows Midwesterner Nick Carraway moving into a humble cottage adjacent to the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby. Intrigued by Gatsby's extravagant parties and mysterious persona, Nick uncovers Gatsby's obsessive pursuit to reunite with his former sweetheart, Daisy Buchanan. As secrets unravel, including infidelities, betrayals and tragic confrontations - the story takes a turn into unrealistic aspirations amid social excess. Via uplifting songs like "Roaring On," the musical weaves a tale of desire, deception and unavoidable downfall.

Creative Team

This outstanding production is put together by a talented team led by Ryan McCartan as the charismatic Jay Gatsby, Aisha Jackson as the dreamy Daisy Buchanan, Michael Maliakel as narrator Nick Carraway, Samantha Pauly as the witty Jordan Baker, Austin Colby as the overbearing Tom Buchanan, Charlie Pollock as the downtrodden George Wilson, and Eric Anderson as the cunning Meyer Wolfsheim. Directed by Marc Bruni, with energetic movement by Dominique Kelley and an unique score by Jason Howland and Nathan Tysen.

Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 masterpiece, "The Great Gatsby - The Musical" premiered at Paper Mill Playhouse in 2023 prior to making its Broadway premiere in April 2024 at the Broadway Theatre. This adaptation respects the book's heritage while incorporating a contemporary musical flair, marking the first major Broadway staging of the story. It won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical, celebrating its lavish 1920s styles.

Saenger Theatre in New Orleans

Discover the timeless charm of "The Great Gatsby" at the historic Saenger Theatre, which can be found in the lively center of New Orleans, Louisiana. This iconic theater, with its graceful design and state-of-the-art amenities, perfectly reflects the production's splendor and refined nature. New Orleans buzzes with vitality reminiscent of the Jazz Age. Think bustling streets, premier dining, and historical sites that capture the spirit of excess and glamor. Turn your visit unforgettable by exploring the city's lively nightlife and historic locations, all while enjoying in the musical's roaring extravagance.

Click "Buy tickets" now to be part of the festivities for this Tuesday 24th March 2026 showing, with tickets starting at just $20 per person.