The Great Gatsby – Theatrical Production at Cadillac Palace Theatre

Great Gatsby Musical

Transport yourself back to the luxurious era of the Roaring Twenties with "The Great Gatsby - Broadway Production," a breathtaking Broadway adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's timeless novel. Coming to you LIVE this April at Cadillac Palace in Chicago, Illinois. This lush and dazzling musical overflows with glamor. Showcasing a jazz and pop-infused score that captures the era's lavishness and hardship. With stunning visuals, impressive showtunes, and stellar performances, it's a magnificent spectacle that whisks viewers to a era of glamour and fantasy. Hailed as a Broadway's classic spectacle, this musical delivers classic themes of aspiration mixed with love and the American Dream in a bold new way. Tickets for this this glittering gem showing on Wednesday 22nd April 2026 start at $80.

The Story

Set in 1922 New York, the tale follows Midwesterner Nick Carraway as he rents a humble cottage adjacent to the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby. Intrigued by Gatsby's extravagant lifestyle and mysterious persona, Nick uncovers 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 aspirations amidst social excess. Through uplifting songs like "Roaring On," the musical weaves a story of passion, betrayal and unavoidable demise.

The Production

This stellar show is put together by a gifted 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 domineering Tom Buchanan, Charlie Pollock as the downtrodden George Wilson, 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 masterpiece, "The Great Gatsby" premiered at Paper Mill Playhouse in 2023 prior to making its Broadway premiere in April 2024 at the Broadway Theatre. It won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical, celebrating its opulent 1920s aesthetics.

Great Gatsby Musical Comes to Chicago

Discover the timeless charm of "The Great Gatsby" at the historic Cadillac Palace, which can be found in the vibrant heart of Chicago, Illinois. This famous theater, with its graceful design and modern facilities, perfectly reflects the show's splendor and refined nature. Chicago vibrates with vitality reminiscent of the Jazz Age. Imagine bustling streets, world-class restaurants, and cultural sites that capture the spirit of excess and glamor. Make your trip unforgettable by exploring the city's lively nightlife and historic locations, while indulging in the musical's booming extravagance.

Click "Buy tickets" today to be part of the festivities for this Wednesday 22nd April 2026 showing, with tickets starting at just $80 per person.