100 Years of Gatsby with Leopold Benedict

After adapting, directing, and starring in a 246-performance international tour of The Great Gatsby, Leopold Benedict brings his signature flair to Crazy Coqs, Piccadilly for an unforgettable evening of 1920s glamour.

100 Years of Gatsby is a one-night-only soirée of live jazz, vintage cocktails, and sparkling 1920s style — celebrating a century of Fitzgerald’s novel and the timeless allure of the Jazz Age. Spoken excerpts from The Great Gatsby are seamlessly woven into the evening, echoing its themes of romance, illusion, and longing.

Joined by a five-piece band, Benedict — known for his magnetic stage presence and fresh, elegant jazz stylings — leads a bold musical homage to the world he brought to life on stage and on the road. Expect a joyful fusion of golden age sophistication and contemporary charm in a celebration worthy of Gatsby himself.

“Benedict, who also directs, plays the title role with a flawless mix of swagger and longing. This sense of a deeper, wilder impetus underlying the character’s polished veneer haunts and illuminates Benedict’s charismatic interpretation.”
— The Reviews Hub

“Leopold Benedict playing the role of Gatsby had a particularly practised cadence, both confident and pleasing to the ear.”
— London Pub Theatres

“He frequently interacted with the audience, […] significantly enhanced the performance’s enjoyment and relatability.”
— Chongqing Culture

«Il respire la classe brittanique, le charme américain, et il a le cœur français. Il est fait pour chanter sur les planches.»
[“He oozes British class, American charm, and a French heart. He is made for singing on stage.”]
– Director of The National Hall for French Song, Paris.

“Leopold Benedict delights visitors with his youthful, innocent charm and his remarkable singing voice.”
— Die Bildschirmzeitung

“It transports the audience back to the roaring jazz age.”
— Kat Masterson