Fascinating insights from JB London’s Robin Malloy about becoming “Frankie Valli,” the genius of Bob Gaudio, and the “pure magic” of Valli’s voice!
(more...)JERSEY BOYS will make its Asian debut in Singapore on TONIGHT at MasterCard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands and reporter Hetty Musfirah has a great preview that includes an interview with associate director West Hyler! “The thing that always surprises me is that the audience comes in talking about the songs, and they leave (talking) [...]
(more...)JERSEY BOYS Las Vegas is sending support to New Jersey, the birthplace of The Four Seasons and backdrop of the hit show, by donating a portion of ticket sales to the Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. Beginning today, for select full-price tickets sold for performances between Nov. 27 and Dec. 22 using code JERSEY, JERSEY BOYS [...]
(more...)Fans all over Twitter are linking to this performance of CTMEOY! What do you guys think of James Arthur’s rendition of the 1967 monster solo hit by Frankie Valli, written by Bob Gaudio & Bob Crewe?
(more...)John Przybys, “Show and Tell” columnist of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, is spotlighting JERSEY BOYS cast member Nikka Wahl, who plays Francine and so many other roles in the company. Here’s a preview: Q: How long have you been in “Jersey Boys”? A: I’ve been here since December 2009. Q: But it’s not your first [...]
(more...)For the week ending November 11, 2012, JERSEY BOYS grossed $892,540 and had an 87.1% attendance rate. The 32 shows on the board grossed $19,598,834, up nearly 31% from last week’s low totals, due to Superstorm Sandy. Below are the Top 10 Grosses from BroadwayWorld.com for the week ending November 11, 2012. The Book Of [...]
(more...)We’re still on cloud nine over here following last night’s first appearance of The Midtown Men in Las Vegas at the Eastside Cannery Casino! Stay tuned for photos and details from this absolutely amazing evening of ’60s hits with the quartet’s stunning vocals and harmonies, along with the wonderful storytelling from these showmen! Christmas definitely [...]
(more...)Although JBB was unable to make it to NYC to catch legendary pop icon Frankie Valli’s performances at the Broadway Theatre last month, Four Seasons & JERSEY BOYS fan Jim Simmons was kind enough to send us this marvelous Playbill! Thanks, Jim!!
(more...)Bob Gaudio We wish original Four Seasons member, the pianist who plays like a madman, Songwriters Hall of Fame member, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, Grammy-winner, Tony-winner, record producer extraordinaire, and of course–musical genius in general–Bob Gaudio a very Happy 70th Birthday today!! Thank you for sharing your amazing musical gifts with the [...]
(more...)Rick Elice at his caricature unveiling at Sardi’s November 17 is an extra special day for JERSEY BOYS fans around the globe! Not only is it the anniversary of The Four Seasons second hit, “Big Girls Don’t Cry” topping the chart, but we also are celebrating the births of TWO JB geniuses: Rick Elice & [...]
(more...)Fifty years ago today, November 17, 1962, The Four Seasons scored their second chart-topping hit on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Big Girls Don’t Cry”! This song, written by Bob Crewe and Bob Gaudio, remained in the Number One position on the chart for five consecutive weeks and also spent three weeks atop Billboard’s R&B [...]
(more...)In honor of Royal Teens’ co-founder & “Short Shorts” co-writer Tom Austin’s birthday today, let’s go back to the song that peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1958! For a close-up on Tom on drums, it begins around 1:18 on the video! Please join us in wishing Tom Austin a very Happy [...]
(more...)Even sharks seem less intimidating when they’re paired with the song that almost never saw the light of day (that sold three million copies), don’t they?
(more...)The JERSEY BOYS first national tour company is playing Madison, Wisconsin through November 25! Check out snapshots from the critics’ praises: Philip Balistriere, The Badger Herald: The musical, penned in part by University of Wisconsin alum Marshall Brickman and based on the career of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, brought depth and reality to [...]
(more...)Broadway.com has a fun backstage video with Jeremy Kushnier in his dressing room! Check out his five favorite things and the story behind the items!
(more...)The stars were definitely in alignment on November 12, 1931 when Songwriters Hall of Fame member and phenomenal record producer Bob Crewe was born in Belleville, New Jersey! Please join us in wishing Mr. Crewe a very Happy 81st Birthday today and thank him for his fantastic contributions to the world of pop music! For [...]
(more...)Kristofer McNeeley A marvelous treat for Jersey Boys Blog readers–a JBB Exclusive Interview with Kristofer McNeeley, who is playing “Hank Majewski” (and other roles) on Broadway through early next year! Jersey Boys Blog: Great to catch up with you, Kristofer! How’s life on Broadway? Is this your Broadway debut? Kristofer McNeeley: Hi Susie & Dale [...]
(more...)Great interview with JERSEY BOYS second national tour cast members Brandon Andrus (Nick Massi) & Jason Kappus (Bob Gaudio) on MIX 101.5 WRAL-FM with Bill & Lynda.
(more...)With the obvious devastation of Superstorm Sandy, Broadway shows did not play their normal eight-show schedule last week. JERSEY BOYS Broadway remained in the Top 10 at the Broadway box office, grossing $651,908 and had an 85.3% attendance rate for the week ending 11/4/12 (playing 6 shows). The 28 shows on the boards grossed $13,578,727, [...]
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