Nearing its second anniversary on Broadway, The Great Gatsby has brought F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless story to life on the stage at the Broadway Theatre. Since its Broadway premiere in April 2024, it has played over 700 performances, with several wonderful stars joining the roaring party.
Curious to know which talented individuals have played Jay Gatsby and where they are now? Find out below!
Jeremy Jordan (Original Broadway Cast)
April 2024–January 2025 and November 2025–March 2026
Jeremy Jordan originated the role of Jay Gatsby on Broadway while also starring in the world premiere of The Great Gatsby at Paper Mill Playhouse in late 2023. Jordan returned to the role in the fall of 2025 after his Tony-nominated run in Floyd Collins. Following his current run as Gatsby, he is set to take over from Jonathan Groff and star as the next Bobby Darin in Just in Time, with performances beginning in April.
Ryan McCartan
January 2025–November 2025 and returning in March 2026
Following Jordan, Ryan McCartan took over the role of Jay Gatsby on Broadway. While you may know him as J.D. in Heathers: The Musical or from his time on Disney Channel, McCartan has also been on Broadway in Frozen and Wicked. Soon he will be returning to the Broadway Theatre for a limited run, from March 8 through March 29.
Reeve Carney
Beginning March 30
Reeve Carney is set to join The Great Gatsby alongside his wife and original Daisy, Eva Noblezada, in March. This follows an exciting year in which the pair returned to Hadestown to record a proshot, then went on to play Sally Bowles and the Emcee in London’s West End production of Cabaret. The newlyweds will reunite on stage as the production celebrates its second anniversary on Broadway.
What is The Great Gatsby on Broadway about?
The Great Gatsby is a musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s beloved novel of wealth, class, and the American Dream during the Roaring Twenties. Set in the summer of 1922, the story follows Nick Carraway, a young man who moves to New York to work in the bonds business. Nick becomes neighbors with Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire known for throwing extravagant parties.
Gatsby throws these large parties as an attempt to win the affection of Daisy Buchanan, Nick’s married cousin who lives across the bay. With dazzling production numbers, lovely melodies, and an all-star Broadway cast, The Great Gatsby shines a light on the complexities of social class and the consequences of obsession.
Who is in the cast of The Great Gatsby on Broadway?
The current principal cast of The Great Gatsby includes Jeremy Jordan as Jay Gatsby, Michael Maliakel as Nick Carraway, Samantha Pauly as Jordan Baker, Linedy Genao as Myrtle Wilson, Austin Colby as Tom Buchanan, Charlie Pollock as George Wilson, and Eric Anderson as Meyer Wolfsheim.
Eva Noblezada is set to return as Daisy Buchanan starting March 5. To learn more about Noblezada’s postponement, see here.
Who is on the creative team of The Great Gatsby on Broadway?
Originally inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless novel, The Great Gatsby features an original score by Jason Howland (Little Women) and Nathan Tysen (Paradise Square) and a book by Kait Kerrigan (The Mad Ones). The musical is under the direction of Marc Bruni. Additional creative team members include Dominique Kelley (choreographer), Daniel Edmonds (music director), Paul Tate dePoo III (scenic and projection designer), Linda Cho (Tony Award–winning costume designer), Cory Pattak (lighting designer), Brian Ronan (sound designer), Charles G. LaPointe and Rachel Geier (hair and wig designers), and Ashley Ryan (makeup designer). Casting by C12 Casting.
Where can I buy tickets to The Great Gatsby on Broadway?
Tickets for The Great Gatsby are currently on sale now through November 22, including performances with the current and incoming cast. You can purchase your tickets here.
