The Great Gatsby
This adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1920s novel is written with the concept of a chorus in mind which sings or plays arrangements of popular jazz tunes of the period between and during scenes. Gatsby is a young man in love in 1920s America. Having worked hard to make something of himself and win back the woman he loves, he finds himself in a world where money has replaced human values.
This adaptation is written with the conceot of chorus in mind, which sings or plays arrangements of popular Jazz tunes of the period between and during scenes.The musicians wear thick black-rimmed glasses and become observers, scenechangers, servants , commentaters, thge band at Gatsby's party, the music on the hramophone, and the judging eyes of T.J. Eckleberg.
| Publisher | Oberon Books Ltd |
| Category | Full Length Play |
| Type | Script |
| Author | Peter Joucla |
| ISBN | 9781849434812 |
| Music By | n/a |
| Adapted By | n/a |
| Based On | F Scott Fitzgerald Novel |
| Period Set In | 1920 |
| Set | Mansion Hotel, golf course |
| Male | 5 |
| Female | 3 |
| Extras | yes |
| Cast | Large ensemble possi |
| Type | Script |
| Royalty Play | Samuel French Ltd. |
| Sale Price | $29.95 (excl. GST and postage) |
| Our reference | 77810 |
