Phillyist.com’s Pamela Charles notes that when it comes to musical theater, Jersey Boys sits in a class of its own. Here’s a preview to her fabulous review: As for our quartet of leading men—these guys are amazing, every single one of them. If we didn’t know any better, we would be looking for their Delorean [...]
(more...)Another rave review for the JB national tour in Philadelphia. This one is from Toby Zinman for The Inquirer: You’ll have a good time. My hand to God. My lips should fall off my face if I’m telling you wrong. Frankie Valli (Joseph Leo Bwarie) is just a teenager with a killer falsetto and melting [...]
(more...)The first review of the JERSEY BOYS national tour production at the Forrest Theatre in Philadelphia has been posted by Myra Yellin Outwater in The Morning Call and it’s a winner! Her’s a preview: “Jersey Boys,” now electrifying audiences at Philadelphia’s Forrest Theatre, is an extraordinarily polished production. From its opening moments, this musical about [...]
(more...)Joseph Leo Bwarie (Photo by: Joan Marcus) Joseph Leo Bwarie paid a visit to the WOGL studios and the Breakfast Club got a sneak peek into the life of a “Jersey Boy.†Visit WOGL to listen!
(more...)Myra Yellin Outwater has a terrific interview with JERSEY BOYS director Des McAnuff and production supervisor Richard Hester, who have both been with the hit show since its beginnings at La Jolla Playhouse. Here’s a preview: But from McAnuff’s enthusiastic tone, it is obvious that there is always time to talk about his role in [...]
(more...)Bob Gaudio & Frankie Valli (Photo Credit: Philly.com) Amy S. Rosenberg’s interview with Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio offers some amazing insight into the success of JERSEY BOYS. Here’s a sneak peek to the legendary pop stars’ reflections: “It’s very successful, honey,” he says of Jersey Boys. “Beyond that, how would you feel if someone [...]
(more...)Chuck Darrow of the Philadelphia Daily News has a terrific in-depth interview with JERSEY BOYS co-writer Marshall Brickman. Here’s a preview: As co-author of “Jersey Boys,” the Tony-winning musical about 1960s pop-rock princes Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, he’s partly responsible for one of the biggest musical-theater hits of the early 21st century. But [...]
(more...)Joseph Leo Bwarie (Photo by: Joan Marcus) The JERSEY BOYS national tour is opening this Thursday at Philadelphia’s Forrest Theatre for a run through December 12. Sally Friedman of the Courier Post has a marvelous feature interview with Joseph Leo Bwarie! Below is a preview: If ever there were a dream role for an actor, [...]
(more...)Quinn VanAntwerp (Photo Credit: Joan Marcus) Two great features have been posted on JERSEY BOYS national tour (and former JB Toronto) Bob Gaudio, Quinn VanAntwerp, who talks about his beginnings and reflects on playing the legendary Bob Gaudio. Here’s a preview: NJ.com: Quinn VanAntwerp grew up in a musical family outside of San Francisco. His [...]
(more...)The JERSE BOYS national tour production is rocking San Antonio audiences at the Majestic Theatre! Below are previews to the latest reviews: San Antonio Current: Thomas Jenkins states. “JERSEY BOYS is undeniably entertaining — with some dynamite performances — as well as almost eerily cinematic in its fluidity. As Frankie Valli, Joseph Leo Bwarie indeed [...]
(more...)Deborah Martin states that JERSEY BOYS is irresistible in San Antonio! Here’s a preview to her rave review: It’s a colorful story, no matter who’s telling it, including the mob, jail time, gambling, affairs and all sorts of betrayals within the group and of the women who orbit them. All of the actors are solid, [...]
(more...)JERSEY BOYS national tour production stage manager Larry Baker and cast members Matt Bailey & Steve Gouveia take “Great Day SA” behind the scenes!
(more...)“Great Day SA” has a three-part feature on the JERSEY BOYS national tour production! The hit musical will be playing at the Majestic Theatre through September 26.
(more...)Photo by: Joan Marcus Joseph Leo Bwarie recently spoke to AustinOnStage.com’s Olin Meadows about becoming the icon Frankie Valli, the intensity of the show, and keeping the show fresh after three years of performing six shows a week. Here’s a sneak peek to the in-depth interview: OM: What is it like being in a show [...]
(more...)Reviewer Olin Meadows gives the Austin production of JERSEY BOYS an “unprecedented 6 out 5 stars.†Here’s a preview: Writers Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice create a relatable retelling of the story of the iconic singing group, The Four Seasons – and the legend that came out of those four very different men. All of [...]
(more...)Todd Razor reports that the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines posted big numbers with its run of “Jersey Boys,†and the nonprofit organization’s leader said even more money spilled over into the economy of the broader community. The touring Broadway musical, which ended its three-week run in Des Moines last month, portrays the life [...]
(more...)Meet the amazing women who play many roles in the JERSEY BOYS national tour: Alayna Gallo, Denise Payne, and Kara Tremel! Thursday afternoon the women gave KXAN behind-the-scenes tour, and talked about the frenetic pace of costume changes, wig switch-overs and the fun they have being part of “Jersey Boys.†According to Tremel, even their [...]
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