December 29, 2008

Andrew Rannells Headed to Broadway!

December 29th, 2008

Andrew Rannells

Playbill.com reports that Andrew Rannells, who has been playing Bob Gaudio in the Jersey Boys national tour, will step into the Gaudio role in the Tony-winning New York production of Jersey Boys at the August Wilson Theatre January 13, 2009.

In addition to playing Gaudio in the national tour of JB, Rannells has been seen on Broadway as Link in Hairspray. His regional credits include roles in Miss Saigon, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The 60′s Project and Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

Rannells succeeds Happiness-bound Sebastian Arcelus, who will play his final performance Jan. 11, 2009.
(Photo: Joan Marcus)

7 Comments »

  1. I saw Andrew in Denver tonight in the touring cast and I have to say I loved him. His voice was so pure and rich, I had chills. He deserves to be on Broadway. Bravo!!!!
    Susan Ritter

    Comment by Susan Ritter — December 30, 2008 @ 2:14 am

  2. I am so happy for Andrew. I saw him 8 times as Bob here in Texas and he is absolutely wonderful and a joy to meet and chat with. The NY audiences are in for a real treat. Congrats to Andrew!

    Comment by GLADYS MARLIN — December 30, 2008 @ 7:10 am

  3. Congratulations, Andrew. I was privileged to see you in two venues, Tampa was one. I can’t remember if I also saw you in San Francisco or Vegas. Maybe one of my Jersey Boys friends can refresh my memory. You play a fantastic Bob Gaudio. See you on Broadway! IE

    Comment by irene eizen — December 30, 2008 @ 10:35 am

  4. Congratulations Andrew!!! Love, love, love your portrayal of Bob Gaudio. High energy and talent combined with awesome voice. Have fun on Broadway.

    Comment by LindaL — December 30, 2008 @ 11:43 am

  5. Congratulations!!! Andrew is an amazing talent and I was lucky enough to see him perform as Bob Gaudio twice in Tampa. For those of you who have not seen him in this role, get ready for a big treat!

    Comment by Helen — December 31, 2008 @ 7:58 am

  6. Welcome back to Broadway. Now we can see you more often!

    Comment by Gary — December 31, 2008 @ 10:19 am

  7. I got to see you a few weeks ago and your voice gave me CHILLS when I heard “Cry for Me”!!! I wish I could hear it on the Jersey Boys CD!

    Comment by Mindy — March 30, 2009 @ 2:35 pm

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