'The Great Gatsby' musical debuts in London

Finally, in the UK, author F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic 1925 novel The Great Gatsby has been brought to life on the musical stage in London's West End.

While an official opening is scheduled for April 24 and previews began on April 11, the show's launch event was held on Wednesday.

The production features Jamie Muscato as Gatsby, Frances Mayli McCann as Daisy Buchanan, and Corbin Bleu as Nick Carraway, the narrator.

After its Broadway run, the adaptation received praise for its vibrant energy and lavish production, allowing audiences to immerse themselves in Jay Gatsby's dazzling world through a theatrical experience.

The musical will run at The London Coliseum until September 7.