Step into the roaring 1920s, where the champagne flows, the jazz trumpet blows, and the American Dream gleams with irresistible allure. This electrifying stage adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless novel brings Jay Gatsby’s glittering world to life — a place of opulence, obsession, and heartbreak.

Thursday 27 August at 7pm, tickets from £14

As Nick Carraway is drawn into the orbit of his mysterious neighbour, the secrets behind Gatsby’s lavish parties begin to unravel, revealing a story of love lost and illusion pursued.

Featuring live music and a dynamic ensemble in the courtyard outside at Severndroog Castle, This Is My Theatre’s adaptation invites audiences to experience one of literature’s best-loved stories like never before — glamorous, grandiose and undeniably… Great.

Written by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Directed by Sarah Slator 

Adapted by Ethan Taylor  

Assistant Direction by Chloe Bond

Music by Simon Stallard

We loved their family shows Five Children & It and Three Musketeers, now This is my Theatre are back at the Castle for a grown up evening of glamour and suspense. 

This is an outdoor event in the courtyard, a full bar featuring fabulous cocktails will operate before the performance and during the interval. We operate a Challenge 25 policy so if you are lucky enough to look 25 or under, please be ready to show ID.

Ticket does not include viewing platform, food or drinks; available for purchase on site. Only food and drink purchased on site may be consumed during the event

Free parking facilities available at The Castle Wood Car Park; it will remain open for the duration of this event. Use SE18 3RU or What3Words drop.kicked.less to locate the car park from Shooters Hill A207

This is an outdoor event and will go ahead in almost all weathers, so please dress for the weather – but dress fabulously!

Dogs are not permitted at ticketed events at Severndroog Castle, assistance dogs excepted. Please get in touch if you are bringing an assistance dog to the performance, so we can support your visit.

By supporting events like this, you are personally helping to keep our castle open for the community to enjoy. Severndroog Castle is a small, independent charity which receives no regular funding, these events and your generosity mean we can continue to maintain and conserve the Castle for the generations to come.

Critics have said of This is My Theatre shows:

“Warm and welcoming, clever and creative – a wonderful afternoon of entertainment!” – Grapevine Live (The Wind in the Willows) 

“A fun-filled family adventure, thoroughly entertaining and enjoyable!” – Visit Dean Wye (Treasure Island)

“Rich in detail and a joy to experience!” – Ingenue Magazine (Pride & Prejudice)