The Great Gatsby Musical Announces Lead Casting for West End Premiere

The highly anticipated West End production of The Great Gatsby has announced its lead casting, ahead of its run at the London Coliseum from 11 April to 7 September 2025.

Following its successful Broadway premiere, the musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic novel will finally debut in London, bringing audiences a tale of wealth, longing, and the American Dream.

Lead Cast

  • Jay GatsbyJamie Muscato (Moulin Rouge!, Heathers)

  • Daisy BuchananFrances Mayli McCann (Bonnie & Clyde, Heathers)

Muscato shared his excitement, stating:

"Gatsby is a character so full of mystery, passion, and longing. Bringing this iconic role to life on the West End is an incredible honour, and I can’t wait to share this production with audiences."

McCann added:

"Daisy is a complex, captivating character, and I can't wait to dive into her world and share this timeless story with audiences in the heart of the West End."

Further casting will be announced soon.

Creative Team

  • Book by Kait Kerrigan (The Mad Ones)

  • Music & Lyrics by Jason Howland and Nathan Tysen (Paradise Square)

  • Directed by Marc Bruni (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical)

  • Choreographed by Dominique Kelley

Design & Production

  • Costume Design: Linda Cho (Tony Award winner)

  • Scenic & Projection Design: Paul Tate de Poo III (Outer Critics Circle Award winner)

  • Lighting Design: Cory Pattak

  • Sound Design: Brian Ronan

  • Hair & Wig Design: Charles G LaPointe (Drama Desk Award winner) & Rachael Geier

  • Arrangements: Jason Howland

  • Orchestrations: Jason Howland & Kim Scharnberg

  • Music Producer: Billy Jay Stein (Grammy Award winner) for Strike Audio

  • UK Casting: Jill Green Casting

Performance Dates & Booking

  • Venue: London Coliseum

  • Previews Begin: 11 April 2025

  • Closing Night: 7 September 2025

  • Tickets: Now on sale

A Must-See West End Premiere

With its lavish set designs, powerful score, and stellar cast, The Great Gatsby musical is set to be one of the biggest theatrical events of 2025.

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