Global Creatures Join Gatsby: An American Myth, David Cromer Attached to Direct

Producers Amanda Ghost and Sir Len Blavatnik for Unigram/Access Entertainment announced today that Gatsby: An American Myth, the brand-new musical stage adaptation of the legendary F. Scott Fitzgerald novel, will be directed by Tony Award® winner David Cromer and that TonyAward® winner Carmen Pavlovic will join the team as producer and general partner on behalf of Global Creatures. This announcement comes during the centennial anniversary of the novel’s publication.

A reading of Gatsby: An American Myth is planned in London for this week, with further plans for the musical to be announced soon.

Cromer:

This is one of the most elemental stories of the American Dream and its dark underbelly. Gatsby  continues to resonate because it speaks to ambition, illusion and the cost of longing.

To build upon the extraordinary work of Florence Welch and Martyna Majok is both a privilege and a thrilling challenge. Their artistry has created a world that is haunting, poetic and deeply human. I’m honoured to collaborate with them to bring this next chapter to life.

In a statement the producers:

We are thrilled to welcome David Cromer to this very special work. David is one of the most sought-after directors working today. His artistry and visionary approach to storytelling are both distinctive and inspiring. Alongside the remarkable talents of Florence Welch and Martyna Majok, this team promises to be an exceptional creative force.

Gatsby: An American Myth features music and lyrics by Florence Welch, eight-time Grammy Award-nominated international rock star of Florence + the Machine and a book by Pulitzer Prize® winner Martyna Majok.

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