‘The Great Gatsby’ Story and Characters | The BSB Podcast

April 16, 2026 Box Seat Babes Broadway, Musical, New York, NYC, The Great Gatsby 1 min read

Stepping into the world of The Great Gatsby is entering a dream of lavish parties that never seem to end, at least that’s how it seems on the surface. However, as you look a little deeper, it’s a story of two worlds colliding: those born into money (old money) and those who made a name for themselves (new money). At the center is the mysterious figure of Jay Gatsby, the illusion of the American Dream, and the complex relationships that drive this timeless novel. Why does Gatsby’s story still resonate today? And what does it reveal about ambition, love, and identity? Well, that just so happens to be what we’re going to explore in this first episode of The Great Gatsby discussion.

In this episode of the BSB Podcast, Hosts Brian Kitson and RJ Miller-Zelinko share their past experiences with the F. Scott Fitzgerald novel and the subsequent films, and how this piece of American Literature has translated to the stage. What about the story resonated with us, or are there parts of Broadway’s The Great Gatsby that fell flat for us? With it being Jeremy Jordan’s final performance (from his initial run), what was the energy like in the theater, and did it add anything of substance to the show? Tune in to this exciting episode to find out!

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