John Rochette Will Play Tommy DeVito in JERSEY BOYS Beginning Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 18, 2019
The producers of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award winning musical Jersey Boys announced that John Rochette will play the role of Tommy DeVito beginning tonight, Monday, November 18, at New York City's New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) Stage 1. John has previously appeared in the Jersey Boys ensemble on Broadway, on tour and at New World Stages.
BWW Flashback: Celebrate JERSEY BOYS' 14th Anniversary With a Look Back at the Show's Journey!
by Linnae Medeiros - November 6, 2019
It's just too good to be true! Today marks fourteen years since Jersey first came to the Great White Way with Jersey Boys! To celebrate the anniversary of The Four Seasons walking like a man, we're looking back at the show's journey, from its first Broadway rehearsals all the way through its final performance at the August Wilson Theatre. Check out the show's memorable moments, including some of its standout performances, along with photos from BroadwayWorld's archives!
BWW Exclusive: JERSEY BOYS Cast Travels to Staten Island to Deliver Sing for Hope Piano to Local School
by Nicole Rosky - October 7, 2019
Jersey Boys just participated in the program, when a red piano (equipped with Jersey Boys-era microphones and quotes from the show) was delivered to its final home at Port Richmond High School on Staten Island. Sing for Hope director Lester Vrtiak led a Citizen Artist Assembly, explaining to the students the story of this piano and explaining how they can be citizen artists in their community. Four cast members were on hand for the event, where they performed a few songs at the new piano and signed autographs for the students (who came to see the show earlier in the month). Check out photos from inside the big day below!
Nicolas Dromard Rejoins the Cast of JERSEY BOYS
by Julie Musbach - September 23, 2019
Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award winning musical Jersey Boys welcomes back Nicolas Dromard as Tommy DeVito tonight, Monday, September 23, at New York City's New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) Stage 1.
Keith Hines and CJ Pawlikowski Join The Cast Of JERSEY BOYS
by Stephi Wild - August 19, 2019
Keith Hines and CJ Pawlikowski join the cast of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award winning musical Jersey Boys, tonight, Monday, August 19, at New York City's New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) Stage 1.
BWW REVIEW: “Oh, What a Night!” with JERSEY BOYS!
by Katie Becker - May 22, 2019
JERSEY BOYS follows the true story of 1960s group The Four Seasons; Tommy DeVito (Corey Greenan), Bob Gaudio (Eric Chambliss), Nick Massie (Johnathan Cable), and Frankie Valli (Jonny Wexler). This jukebox musical, with music by Bob Gaudio and lyrics by Bob Crewe, utilizes some of the bands biggest hits to tell the rise and fall of the iconic group of boys from New Jersey; including "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Sherry," "December 1963 (Oh, What a Night)," and "Can't Take My Eyes Off You."
Walk Like A Woman! Olivia Valli, Granddaughter of Frankie Valli, Joins JERSEY BOYS
by Paul Smith - May 14, 2019
Oh what a night May 20 will be! Olivia Valli, the granddaughter of Four Seasons frontman and leading character in Jersey Boys Frankie Valli, is set to join the company of Jersey Boys on May 20. Valli, in what is considered a first in stage history, will portray Frankie Valli's first wife and her own grandmother, Mary Mandel.
BWW Interview: Johnny Wexler on being Frankie Valli in JERSEY BOYS' US Tour
by Josephine Tuso-Key - March 29, 2019
JERSEY BOYS has been a Broadway favorite since the jukebox musical premiered in 2005. It can still be seen Off-Broadway at New World Stages, but in case you're not traveling to Manhattan any time soon, you can catch the show as it travels across America to a city near you.
The story of the Four Seasons wouldn't be complete without the character of the incomparable Frankie Valli, whose perfect falsettos gave the group its iconic sound. I caught up with Jonny Wexler in Atlanta, who's been playing Frankie on tour for his second season. He's been with the production for 5 years total, having played Joe Pesci for 3 seasons. Here's what he had to say:
Austin Colby Will Join the Cast of JERSEY BOYS Tonight
by Julie Musbach - November 19, 2018
Austin Colby joins the cast of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award winning musical Jersey Boys, tonight, Monday, November 19, at New York City's New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) Stage 1.
Photo Flash: Sam Wolf Joins the Cast of JERSEY BOYS
by Julie Musbach - September 21, 2018
Jersey Boys is written by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, with music by Bob Gaudio, lyrics by Bob Crewe, directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff and choreographed by Sergio Trujillo. The production includes Music Supervision, Vocal/Dance Arrangements & Incidental Music by Ron Melrose and Orchestrations by Steve Orich.
VIDEO: Get A First Look at JERSEY BOYS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Alan Henry - September 19, 2018
The multi-Tony Award-winning, international sensation that took Broadway and the world by storm, makes its Northeast premiere at the Ogunquit Playhouse, on stage through October 28. Get a first look at the cast in action below!
Review Roundup: JERSEY BOYS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Alan Henry - September 11, 2018
The multi-Tony Award-winning, international sensation that took Broadway and the world by storm, makes its Northeast premiere at the Ogunquit Playhouse, on stage through October 28. Get a first look at the cast in action below!
Cast And Dates Announced For 13th Touring Season of JERSEY BOYS
by Alan Henry - September 10, 2018
Casting and tour dates have been announced for the 2018-19 touring season of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. The cast will be led by Jonathan Cable (Nick Massi), Eric Chambliss (Bob Gaudio), Corey Greenan (Tommy DeVito) and Jonny Wexler (Frankie Valli) as The Four Seasons.
Sam Wolf Joins The Cast Of JERSEY BOYS Tonight
by Stephi Wild - June 25, 2018
Sam Wolf joins the cast of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award winning musical Jersey Boys, tonight, Monday, June 25, at New York City's New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) Stage 1.
Cast Members From JERSEY BOYS Come To Broadway Sessions Tomorrow Night
by Stephi Wild - February 21, 2018
BROADWAY SESSIONS is described as an evening of musical performances, games and open mic featuring a new Broadway guest each week. The show is created and hosted by Ben Cameron (Bway Wicked, Aida and Footloose) and features musical director Joshua Stephen Kartes on piano. This Thursday night, February 22nd, Broadway Sessions welcomes cast members from the new Off Broadway production of Jersey Boys and more.
BWW Review: Oh, What a Night! JERSEY BOYS Returns to California Musical Theatre
by Courtney Symes - January 31, 2018
Fresh off of the 12th longest run in Broadway history, Jersey Boys returns to Sacramento after a four year absence. Jersey Boys is the Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Award winning biographical account of the rise and fall of the musical powerhouse, The Four Seasons. Baby boomers arrived en masse to the Community Center Theatre to be entertained by music from their youth and were not disappointed with the dynamic performance of this touring cast.