Tony Award-winning musical based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, bringing the Roaring Twenties to life on stage with 1920s costumes, tap dancing, and vintage cars.
The Great Gatsby opens at the Academy of Music on Tuesday, October 20, and runs through November 1. It's a Tony Award-winning musical based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic American novel, billed as a 'Broadway extravaganza' that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage. The story follows the familiar arc of love, wealth, and tragedy, and the production leans into the glitz and grandiosity of New York's jazz age with 1920s costumes, tap dancing, fireworks, and vintage cars. Entertainment Weekly described it as a show that 'explodes with life and energy.'
Behind the scenes, the production is directed by Marc Bruni, with choreography by Dominique Kelley, a book by Kait Kerrigan, and an original score by Jason Howland and Nathan Tysen. The run is short—just under two weeks—so if you're planning to go, you'll want to pick your date sooner rather than later.
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On the practical side, the show runs 2 hours and 30 minutes including intermission, and it's recommended for ages 10 and older. The Academy of Music is at 240 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19102.
