Aisha Jackson to star in 'The Great Gatsby' on Broadway; Sarah Hyland to depart
The Broadway veteran will play Daisy Buchanan in the Tony-winning musical, replacing Modern Family star Sarah Hyland after she departs the show next month.
She's got the green light! Aisha Jackson will star in The Great Gatsby on Broadway, beginning performances on June 16 at the Broadway Theatre.
Jackson most recently starred opposite Anika Noni Rose in an Off-Broadway revival of Wonderful Town at New York City Center. On Broadway, she has starred as Middle Allie in The Notebook, Snow White in Once Upon a One More Time, and Anna in Frozen, making history as the first Black woman to play Anna on Broadway.
In The Great Gatsby, she will replace current star Sarah Hyland as Daisy Buchanan. Hyland plays her final performance on June 15.
Continuing cast members include Ryan McCartan as Jay Gatsby, Michael Maliakel as Nick Carraway, Linedy Genao as Myrtle Wilson, Austin Colby as Tom Buchanan, Samantha Pauly as Jordan Baker, Charlie Pollock as George Wilson, and Eric Anderson as Meyer Wolfsheim.
Adapted from F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, which turned 100 in April, The Great Gatsby follows the mysterious millionaire of the title as he pursues his obsessive love for his former flame, the married socialite Daisy. The musical premiered on Broadway in 2024 and earned the Tony Award for Best Costume Design.
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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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