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Jersey Boys

Why see Jersey Boys?

Oh, what a night!

How did a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks become one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time?

Jersey Boys is the smash-hit jukebox musical that gives us the true, sometimes gritty, and always spectacularly entertaining story of falsetto idol Franki Valli and The Four Seasons. The blue-collar boys in the shiny Lurex suits strode onto the scene in 1965, wowing the public for 20 years with hits such as "Big Girls Don't Cry","Oh What a Night", and "Walk Like a Man," "Beggin" and many more. But before fame and fortune, comes a difficult, and sometimes not entirely legal, journey to stardom.

Created by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, they wanted to create a traditional documentary-style story of the blue-collar stars and Jersey Boys came from interviews with the surviving members of the band, cemented by Tommy Devito's addition: "Don't listen to those guys. I'll tell you what really happened."

Since its debut in 2005, Jersey Boys has become a must-see, embedding itself in the American musical theater landscape, playing over 3,000 performances and winning 4 Tonys on Broadway and proving that the rags to riches, to rags again, story is an ever-enduring theme!

I'll tell you what really happened

Told in 4 parts, each member has an act to tell their side of the story, even if it clashes with the others. We get the real story of Franki Valli and the Four Seasons, from humble beginnings to the thrill superstardom and back again, via loan sharks, jail time, tense dealings with the Mob, and the strength of friendship, sound-tracked by the irresistibly recognizable hits that keep you coming back for more.

Did you know?

The Four Seasons sold over 175 million records worldwide, all before 30 years old!

Key Information

Audience

Jersey Boys may be inappropriate for children aged 12 and under (strong language).

Run Time

Two hours and 30 minutes with one 15 minute intermission.

Dates

Finished Mar 13, 2016

Cast


Matt Faucher as Nick Massi
Eric Chambliss as Bob Gaudio
Devon Goffman as Tommy DeVito
Jon Hacker as Franki Valli

With
Justin Albinder, Amy Coelho, Kenneth Quinney Francoeur, Samantha Marisol Gershman, Katie Goffman, Antonio King, Connor Lyon, Kevin Patrick Martin, Sean McGee, Hamilton Moore, Alex Michael Ryan and Bruno Vida. 


Creative

Directed by Des McAnuff
Written by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice
Music by Bob Gaudio
Lyrics by Bob Crewe
Choreographed by Sergio Trujillo

Awards

TONY AWARDS 2006

Best Musical

Best Lighting Design: Howell Binkley

Nominations:

Best Book of a Musical: Rick Elice and Marshall Brickman

Best Direction of a Musical: Des McAnuff

Best Orchestrations: Steve Orich

Best Scenic Design of a Musical: Klara Zieglerova

DRAMA DESK AWARDS 2006

Outstanding Sound Design

Nominations:

Outstanding Musical

Outstanding Book of a Musical

Outstanding Choreography

Outstanding Director of a Musical

OUTER CIRCLE CRITICS AWARD 2006

Outstanding Broadway musical

Oustanding Lighting Design: Howell Binkley

Nominations:

Outstanding Choreography

Outstanding Director of a Musical

DRAMA LEAGUE AWARDS 2006

Distinguished production of a musical

Julia Hansen award for excellence in directing (Des McAnuff)

GRAMMY AWARD

Best Show Album

Reviews

Customer reviews

76 reviews, average rating: (4.1 Stars)

sft

Incredible!!

My husband and I absolutely LOVED this show!! We had awesome front row seats. The singing and acting were excellent. If you closed your eyes, you could nearly believe the "real" Frankie Valli was up there on the stage. Some of the language is probably not suitable for children, but I would absolutely recommend this musical to any adult who enjoys great music from the 60's. ... Read more

CLINTON JESSEE

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Last Saturday, my best bud, Spencito Fairbanks and I embarked on a trek south to Kentridge High School. I think that we both have found diamond in the rough…in regards to AMAZING theatre! That night we were treated to a wonderful production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. I never thought that two discriminating theatre snobs, Like Spencer and myself would be SO starving for new theater, that we would be reduced to High School suburbia theatre… Well, nothing could be farther from the truth. In fact it was Spencer taking me out to Kentridge High School’s last production of “EVITA.” which completely won us over! Well, I am rambling..Ill get to the current show. After having seen this show on Broadway, and at Disneyland Park, I was once again surprised to hear that Kentridge was going to mount, yet again, a non typical, high school musical. The show was wonderful! From the start, the great set and costumes reel you right in! I was SO excited to see that Caelan Creaser, who rocked the lead role in “EVITA,” was back again, as Belle. Her characterization was perfect! Half Disney-fied princess, half vulnerable seeker…Caelan’s articulate, lyrical command of the Menken / Ashman score is solid, and really keeps the entire show moving forward. This girl WILL be on Broadway someday soon!! Most surprising, was the great performance of The Beast. This is a part that is often forgotten. But, I was completely captivated by the emotionally charged, dramatic interpretation of the role…not to mention, the great vocals from the baritone. The supporting cast complimented each other so well…Lumiere, Cogsworth, Babette, Wardrobe, and friends really steal the scenes with their great caricatures! Gaston really began strong…I just felt I wanted him to be more strong in his character…both physically and vocally. I know he has it in him. Just be more arrogantly confident! Lefou, was amazing! I thought ALL the chorus numbers were BRILLIANT! The staging and choreography made the numbers look twice a full and three times as big!! BRAVO!! The amazing talents and voices of the entire cast made this big show a WINNER! The real heroine here isn’t Belle…its Jennifer Grajewski! Director and source of magic that drives this AMAZING program at Kentridge. I am completely in awe of this woman! Her love of these kids, these shows, and the Theatre….completely has ME…not only…so PROUD that a local school and kids have such a wonderful resource, friend, and mentor….but that they are taking risks by picking challenging…non typical shows….and then….delivering AMAZING, professionally polished productions….not to mention turning out some very capable and experienced talents that will be well on their way to careers in the Theatre. Personally, I have never been so motivated. I want to be doing what Jennifer is doing. I love this lady and what a difference she is making! I look forward to getting to know her better. But, I can tell you one thing! I am want to do what ever I can to be a part of this great group…so get out to Kentridge and see what I’m talking about~! I feel like I have been given a great gift..by finding out what hidden treasure is thriving down south! GREAT JOB TO ALL INVOLVED!! PLEASE SUPPORT THIS WONDERFUL PROGRAM. ... Read more

Judy

Loved It!!!

The performance was amazing! Not only was their story one great story to tell, but the music was so spectacular and the performing was wonderful. The entire crowd felt the same, as everyone gave them a standing ovation at the end. Definitely a must-see performance!!! ... Read more
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