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The Bushnell is committed to making theater accessible to all. We offer ASL interpreted performances, audio description, large-format prompters, sensory-friendly performances, and more. Explore our upcoming accessible performances today!

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Beyond private events, The Bushnell is home to two world-class theaters – The historic Mortensen Hall (2,799 seats) and the modern Belding Theater (908 seats). Both are fully equipped to handle the most lavish modern touring productions and feature state-of-the-art sound, lighting and production systems.

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Local Arts Stage

The Local Arts Stage is a groundbreaking, multichannel video and projection installation that gives local artists and new voices a digital stage at The Bushnell. New performances are added every season, providing a unique intersection of theater, arts, and digital production.

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2026-2027 Broadway Season

The Great Gatsby

2026-2027 Broadway Season

The Great Gatsby

On Sale Soon

Date
Sep. 29 - Oct. 4, 2026
Venue
Mortensen Hall
On Sale
July 24 at 10:00 AM

Event Details

THE PARTY’S ROARING IN HARTFORD!

THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Tony Award®-winning new musical is an unforgettable journey of love, wealth and tragedy that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage.

Directed by Marc Bruni (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), this story of extravagance and longing features choreography by Dominique Kelley (So You Think You Can Dance), a book by Kait Kerrigan (The Mad Ones) and a jazz- and pop-influenced original score by Jason Howland (Little Women) and Nathan Tysen (Paradise Square).

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Personal Responsibility Statement

The Bushnell prides itself on offering a diverse selection of arts entertainment. Not all productions may appeal to or be appropriate for every person or for all ages. Patrons are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the shows we offer in order to make informed decisions prior to purchasing tickets. Performance run times are an estimate only. Most performances are live in nature and therefore run times are subject to change without notice.

Accessibility

The Sunday, October 4 evening performance of THE GREAT GATSBY will be American Sign Language interpreted and audio described. For all accessibility inquiries, please contact our Accessibility Coordinator at (860) 987-5900 or info@bushnell.org.

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