The Great Gatsby (Broadway)
$50+A lavish Jazz Age musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel of love and excess.
254 West 54th Street · New York, NY
Directed by Sam Pinkleton and starring Luke Evans as Frank-N-Furter, this revival opened at Studio 54 in April 2026 and earned nine Tony nominations including Best Revival of a Musical. The show follows straitlaced Brad and Janet after their car breaks down near a mysterious castle. Audience participation and campy spectacle are part of the tradition.
General theatre & events guidance
Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.
Curtain time is firm
Latecomers are commonly held at the back until a scene break, so build in a buffer.
Study the seating chart
Price and sightline vary a lot within the same house. A few rows back can be the better seat.
Rush and lottery seats exist
Many venues release same-day tickets at a discount if you are flexible about where you sit.
Arrive with time to spare
Parking, bag check, and finding your row all take longer than you think on a full house.
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