The Great Gatsby – Theatrical Production at Bass Concert Hall

Great Gatsby Live on Broadway

Transport yourself back to the luxurious era of the Roaring Twenties with "The Great Gatsby - The Musical," a stunning Broadway version of F. Scott Fitzgerald's iconic novel. Coming to you LIVE this March at Bass Concert Hall in Austin, Texas. This lush and brilliant musical bursts with glamor. Showcasing a jazz and pop-infused soundtrack that captures the era's lavishness and heartache. With stunning visuals, impressive choreography, and top-notch performances, it's a magnificent extravaganza that transports audiences 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 in a bold new way. Tickets for this this sparkling masterpiece showing on Wednesday 11th March 2026 start at $44.

The Story

Set in 1922 Long Island, the story follows Midwesterner Nick Carraway moving into a modest cottage next to the extravagant millionaire Jay Gatsby. Amazed by Gatsby's lavish parties and mysterious persona, Nick discovers Gatsby's obsessive pursuit to reunite with his lost sweetheart, Daisy Buchanan. As secrets unravel, including infidelities, betrayals and devastating confrontations - the story takes a turn into unrealistic aspirations amid social excess. Through soaring songs like "Roaring On," the musical crafts a tale of desire, betrayal and unavoidable demise.

The Production

This outstanding show 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, Austin Colby as the overbearing Tom Buchanan, Charlie Pollock as the beaten-down George Wilson, and Eric Anderson as the cunning 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 masterpiece, "The Great Gatsby - The Musical" debuted at Paper Mill Playhouse in 2023 prior to making its Broadway debut in April 2024 at the Broadway Theatre. This version respects the novel's heritage while incorporating a modern musical flair, representing 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 aesthetics.

Great Gatsby Musical Comes to Austin

Discover the timeless charm of "The Great Gatsby" at the legendary Bass Concert Hall, can be found in the vibrant heart of Austin, Texas. This iconic broadway venue, with its elegant architecture and state-of-the-art amenities, perfectly reflects the production's grandeur and refined nature. Austin buzzes with vitality reminiscent of the Jazz Age. Imagine busy streets, world-class dining, and historical sites that capture the spirit of excess and glamor. Turn your visit memorable by exploring the city's lively nightlife and historic locations, all while enjoying in the musical's booming extravagance.

Click "Buy tickets" now to join the festivities for this Wednesday 11th March 2026 showing, with tickets starting at just $44 per person.