Corbin Bleu, John Behlmann to join 'The Great Gatsby' Broadway cast
The actors will star opposite the previously announced Reeve Carney and Eva Noblezada in the musical adaptation of the classic novel beginning in late March.
Summary
- Corbin Bleu and John Behlmann will star in The Great Gatsby on Broadway from March 30
- They will perform opposite Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney
- The musical is adapted from the classic 1920s novel about a millionaire trying to win back his old love
Welcome, old sports! Corbin Bleu and John Behlmann will join the cast of The Great Gatsby on Broadway starting March 30 at the Broadway Theatre.
Bleu, the High School Musical star previously seen on Broadway in Holiday Inn and Kiss Me, Kate, will star as Nick Carraway after playing in the role in London's West End in 2025. Behlmann, recently seen on Broadway in Smash, Shucked, and Tootsie, will assume the role of Tom Buchanan.
Current cast members Michael Maliakel and Austin Colby will play their final performances as Nick and Tom on March 29.
As previously announced, Tony Award nominee Eva Noblezada will join the cast as Daisy Buchanan on March 4 opposite her real-life spouse, Reeve Carney, who joins the cast as Jay Gatsby on March 30 alongside Bleu and Behlmann. Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan plays his final performance as Jay Gatsby on March 7, and Ryan McCartan returns to the role from March 8-29.
Through March 2, the role of Daisy will be shared by Traci Elaine Lee, Elena Ricardo, and Kyla Stone.
The musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel follows mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby as he attempts to win back his former flame, married socialite Daisy Buchanan. Learn more about The Great Gatsby on Broadway.
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Photo credit: Corbin Bleu and John Behlmann. (Bleu photo by Allan Amato; Behlmann photo by Jenny Anderson)
Frequently asked questions
What is The Great Gatsby about?
Set during the Roaring Twenties, the glitzy party of a musical adaptation of the classic F. Scott Fitzgerald novel follows a millionaire named Jay Gatsby who's determined to win back his former love, Daisy Buchanan.
Where is The Great Gatsby playing?
The Great Gatsby is playing at Broadway Theatre. The theatre is located at 1681 Broadway, New York, 10019.
How long is The Great Gatsby?
The running time of The Great Gatsby is 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 intermission.
What's the age requirement for The Great Gatsby?
The recommended age for The Great Gatsby is Ages 10+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre..
How do you book tickets for The Great Gatsby?
Book tickets for The Great Gatsby on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote The Great Gatsby on Broadway?
Jason Howland (Little Women) and Nathan Tysen (Ámelie) wrote the original score for The Great Gatsby on Broadway. Book writer Kait Kerrigan (The Unauthorized Autobiography of Samantha Brown) adapted the script from F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 book.
Who directed The Great Gatsby on Broadway?
The Great Gatsby is directed by Marc Bruni, best known for staging the Tony Award-winning Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
Is The Great Gatsby appropriate for kids?
The Great Gatsby has some mature elements and themes, so this musical is recommended for ages 13 and older. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Is The Great Gatsby good?
With time-honored source material, a top-tier cast of Broadway favorites, and lavish production design that captures the splendor of the 1920s, audiences are sure to feel like they're at one of Gatsby's vibrant parties at The Great Gatsby.
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