The Great Gatsby – Theatrical Production at Kansas City Music Hall

Great Gatsby Live on Broadway

Transport yourself back to the luxurious world 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 Music Hall Kansas City in Kansas City, Missouri. This rich and brilliant musical explodes with glamor. Showcasing a jazz and pop-infused score that captures the era's extravagance and hardship. With gorgeous designs, impressive choreography, and stellar performances, it's a grand extravaganza that whisks audiences to a time of splendor and fantasy. Acclaimed as a Broadway's classic spectacle, this musical offers timeless themes of aspiration mixed with romance and the American Dream. Tickets for this this glittering gem showing on Friday 20th March 2026 start at $33.

Synopsis

Set in 1922 Long Island, the story follows Midwesterner Nick Carraway as he rents a humble cottage adjacent to the extravagant millionaire Jay Gatsby. Amazed by Gatsby's extravagant parties and mysterious persona, Nick discovers Gatsby's intense quest to reunite with his former sweetheart, Daisy Buchanan, now wedded to the wealthy but unfaithful Tom. The story dives into unrealistic dreams amidst societal pressures. Through uplifting songs like "Roaring On," the musical crafts a story of passion, betrayal and inevitable downfall.

Creative Team

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

Adapted on F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 masterpiece, "The Great Gatsby" premiered at Paper Mill Playhouse in 2023 prior to making its Broadway debut in April 2024 at the Broadway Theatre. This version honors the novel's legacy while incorporating a contemporary musical style, marking the first major Broadway production of the story. It won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical, honoring its opulent 1920s styles.

Great Gatsby Musical Comes to Kansas City

Experience the timeless charm of "The Great Gatsby" at the legendary Music Hall Kansas City, can be found in the lively heart of Kansas City, Missouri. This iconic theater, with its elegant design and state-of-the-art facilities, perfectly reflects the production's grandeur and refined nature. Kansas City vibrates with vitality reminiscent of the Jazz Age. Think busy streets, premier dining, and historical landmarks that capture the spirit of extravagance and glamor. Turn your trip memorable by discovering the city's lively nightlife and historic locations, all while enjoying in the musical's booming extravagance.

Click "Buy tickets" today to join the party for this Friday 20th March 2026 showing, with tickets starting at just $33 per person.