The Great Gatsby – Theatrical Production at Saenger Theatre

Great Gatsby Musical

Experience the luxurious era of the Roaring Twenties with "The Great Gatsby - Broadway show," a breathtaking Broadway version of F. Scott Fitzgerald's timeless novel. Coming to you LIVE this March at Saenger Theatre in New Orleans, Louisiana. This lush and brilliant production bursts with glamor. Featuring a jazz and pop-infused score that captures the era's lavishness and hardship. With gorgeous visuals, impressive choreography, and top-notch performances, it's a magnificent spectacle that transports viewers to a time of glamour and fantasy. Hailed as a Broadway's classic extravaganza, this musical delivers timeless themes of ambition mixed with romance and the American Dream. Tickets for this this sparkling masterpiece showing on Wednesday 25th March 2026 start at $21.

Synopsis

Set in 1922 New York, the story follows Midwesterner Nick Carraway as he rents a modest cottage adjacent to the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby. Amazed by Gatsby's lavish parties and mysterious persona, Nick discovers Gatsby's obsessive pursuit to reunite with his former love, Daisy Buchanan. As secrets unravel, including infidelities, betrayals and devastating confrontations - the story takes a turn into unrealistic dreams amid social pressures. Via soaring songs like "Roaring On," the musical crafts a story of passion, 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 clever Jordan Baker, Linedy Genao as the passionate Myrtle Wilson, Austin Colby as the overbearing Tom Buchanan, and Eric Anderson as the shrewd Meyer Wolfsheim. Directed by Marc Bruni, with dynamic movement by Dominique Kelley and an unique score by Jason Howland and Nathan Tysen.

Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 classic, "The Great Gatsby - The Musical" debuted 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 modern musical style, marking the first major Broadway production of the story. It won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical, celebrating its opulent 1920s styles.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Discover the timeless charm of "The Great Gatsby - The Musical" at the legendary Saenger Theatre, which can be found in the lively heart of New Orleans, Louisiana. This iconic broadway venue, with its elegant architecture and state-of-the-art amenities, perfectly reflects the show's grandeur and refined nature. New Orleans buzzes with energy reminiscent of the Jazz Age. Think busy streets, premier restaurants, and cultural landmarks that capture the essence of extravagance and glamor. Make your trip unforgettable by exploring the city's lively nightlife and traditional locations, while indulging in the musical's booming extravagance.

Click "Buy tickets" today to join the festivities for this Wednesday 25th March 2026 showing, with tickets starting at just $21 per person.