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10:00 AM (90 minutes including pre and pos show discussion)Grades 9-12
$7.00 per ticket
Considered one of the greatest American novels, The Great Gatsby explores the glittering promises—and devastating illusions—of the American Dream.
Set on Long Island and in New York City during the Roaring Twenties, the story follows WWI veteran Nick Carraway as he is drawn into the world of his wealthy cousin Daisy, her domineering husband Tom, and their mysterious neighbor, Jay Gatsby. Beneath the dazzling parties and lavish lifestyles, Nick uncovers a story of obsession, betrayal, and longing that reveals the fragility of love and the cost of chasing wealth.
In this dynamic adaptation, actor Simon Rabatin embodies multiple characters, bringing each perspective to life. The performance highlight's themes of social class, gender, race, and the enduring question of what it truly means to achieve the American Dream.
This adaptation offers a compelling entry point for classroom discussions around literature, history, and social themes.
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1 University Plaza, MS PAC 397, 62703, 1 University Plz, Springfield, IL 62703-5497, United States
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