Comments on: “The Plan” Becomes “The Party” and Oh, What A Night It Was!

By: Audrey

Audrey — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 05:27:31 +0000

First, thanks to Susie and Dale for your coverage and so much more. Itâ€™s hard to imagine what my experience as a Jersey Boys fan would be like without ‘the BloB’, oops… I mean ‘the Blog’. I certainly try to follow many of the cast sites, but your site is a living, breathing entity- just like the show. When people don’t understand going to the show multiple times, it’s because they don’t get how it seems to interact with life. I’m in the audience as a participant, not a spectator.

I’ve quoted FF Brian Estrada before: “[the cast] really inspired me to believe in myself. Although I never have directly talked to them about such issues, they have motivated me to do things I have never done before, and take chances. I will always owe something to them, even though all they did was sing, act, and dance their asses off.” My comment on that interview reflected my amazement that such a dynamic could be happening on both coasts and now- in multiple cities.

You just want to say thanks when something comes along that is so unique and powerful. Thanks to the CAST (!) and creative team (!) who have given us something personal and so special; thanks to Susie and Dale for handing us a â€˜microphoneâ€™ to express it. And now, thanks to Irene, and the powerful team she put together, for realizing there was something that needed sharing. We owe youâ€¦ for a night that was unparalleled; one that continues to make me smile- remembering so many wonderful people and moments.

I definitely have to say thanks to all my fellow FANS for being there when that â€˜Jersey Boys Addiction Distraction Disorderâ€™ kicks in. You know how it is- you come from a show, you get charged up, youâ€™re ten feet tall… and then itâ€™s midnight and whatâ€™re you supposed to do? Check out the Forum! Sure, we all have families. Families we rarely see (unless they wait in line with us); families we donâ€™t share the computer with, but nowâ€¦ we have a family that understands!

By: Mike B. Magbaleta

Mike B. Magbaleta — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 19:58:10 +0000

Hi Lulu: It definitely was a huge event of epic proportions!!!!! (oops….. Oscar speech, not Tony’s…..) It also was an honor meeting you and other fans as well! I’ve also talked co-worker’s ears off, as well as sharing my comments and news on the bulletin board and on this great forum on which to network with Jersey Boys fans from all walks of life!

It truly was a gift of unity that the fans, Original Four Seasons, Jersey Boys OBC Cast and BC/EFA shared that evening. I can’t stress it enough and even though I’ve already thanked them, Thanks again to all organizers, fellow fans, OBC cast and special guests for that special night!

By: LuluThompson

LuluThompson — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 04:07:41 +0000

Susie and Dale, What a pleasure to meet you both last week! (I can’t believe it has only been a week. I’ve talked non-stop to all who will listen about my adventures in NYC!) You are both gracious, warm, and welcoming people…much like the fans that the JB and the JBBlog has brought together. It was so much fun reconnecting with Audrey, Beverley and Howard…meeting the architects of the plan, Irene and Buz, and fans Wanda, and Jody & Jen, the two Dina’s, Courtney, Lauren, Arlene, Mike and so many others. The opportunity to meet and talk with this amazing cast and the creators of Jersey Boys, the Four Seasons, and authors Charles and David, was certainly never
anything that I thought would happen to me. The Plan, the setting, the event, the worthy cause, and the people present turned it into one amazing evening. Thanks to all who had a part in making the evening so memorable and magical!

By: Howard Tucker

Howard Tucker — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 03:24:46 +0000

Susie and Dale, thanks for the great summary and Charles for the gracious comment. I believe in all our cases, the contributions we’ve made pale in comparison to the sheer joy and wonderment we’ve experienced over the past two years.

I’ve told my story before…arriving from Germany, turning on the Tony’s to Christian’s powerful acceptance, empathizing and e-mailing him, and immediately receiving a very personal response from this magnificent and caring actor who just won the biggest award on Broadway. That led to Susie and Dale’s permitting me to post on the Blog and rekindle a passion for Broadway that had been dormant for 35 years. The Blog in turn led to recognition and friendships that will last a lifetime, culminating in Irene’s masterpiece of last Sunday night.

I couldn’t have dreamed this scenario a short two years ago. No one is keeping a scorecard, but giving back a little does as much if not more for me as for any recipient. Thanks for providing the opportunity.

By: Angel

Angel — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 01:22:41 +0000

Hello Susie & Dale,

Greetings from the OC! I’d like to express my appreciation as well – for your extraordinary efforts to bring your vision – on how to support this wonderful show called The Jersey Boys – to a realization. It has evolved to the “Ultimate” source of JB News & also, the Best JB Fan Site Ever.

The Oct 21 Charity Event is truly a milestone in your wondrous journey. And the JBBlog was the conduit that helped make it happen. And it all started with eight JB Fans at the Petrossian…

Congratulations!!

Your fan.