Naturi Naughton-Lewis to join 'The Great Gatsby' Broadway cast
The singer and actress will return to the Broadway stage to succeed original cast member Samantha Pauly in the role of Jordan Baker.
Summary
- R&B singer and "Power" actress Naturi Naughton-Lewis will join the cast of 'The Great Gatsby' on Broadway as Jordan Baker on July 31
- Original Broadway cast member Samantha Pauly departs July 26
- The musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel is currently playing at the Broadway Theatre
Naturi Naughton-Lewis will join the cast of The Great Gatsby on Broadway at the Broadway Theatre beginning July 31.
Naughton-Lewis (“Power”, Fame, ABC’s “Queens”) will return to the Broadway stage for the first time in 20 years, where she debuted as Little Inez in Hairspray following her time in R&B group 3LW. She succeeds original Broadway cast member Samantha Pauly, who ends her run as Jordan Baker on July 26.
“20 years ago, I made my Broadway debut in Hairspray and now I get to come back to the theater as a new woman with new money as the fabulous Jordan Baker!” said Naughton-Lewis in a statement. “The Great Gatsby is a classic and I can’t wait to party with a live audience!”
The production currently stars Reeve Carney as the Jay Gatsby, Eva Noblezada as Daisy Buchanan, Corbin Bleu as Nick Carraway, John Behlmann as Tom Buchanan, Linedy Genao as Myrtle Wilson, Charlie Pollock as George Wilson, and Matthew Saldívar as Meyer Wolfsheim.
This musical adaptation of f. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel follows the wealthy, yet eccentric and mysterious Jay Gatsby in his quest to find Daisy Buchanan, his first great love. This epic tale of romance and extravagance introduces us to other complex characters with their own competing challenges. This story is now on stage with a grand presence and Tony award-winning production design.
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Photo credit: Naturi Naughton-Lewis (photo by Keith Major)
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 recommendation 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.
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