Jersey Boys 2008 - Articles Page 7

Ages: 12+
Opened: August 21, 2008
Closing: August 22, 2010

Jersey Boys - 2008 - Toronto History , Info & More

How did four blue-collar kids become one of the greatest successes in pop music history? Find out at Broadway’s runaway smash-hit, Jersey Boys. The Tony Award-winning Best Musical of the 2006 takes you up the charts, across the country and behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. As Clive Barnes in the New York Post says, "It’s just too good to be true." Discover the secret of a 40-year friendship: four blue-collar kids working their way from the streets of Newark to the heights of stardom. And experience electrifying performances of the golden greats that took these guys all the way to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: "Sherry," "Big Girls Don’t Cry," "Can’t Take My Eyes Off You," "Dawn," "My Eyes Adored You," and more. The New York Times says, "The crowd goes wild!"

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Joseph Morales, John Herrera & More Set for Pioneer Theatre Company's IN THE HEIGHTS, 9/14-29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2012


Pioneer Theatre Company presents the Regional Premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical In the Heights, September 14 through September 29, 2012, at Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre. In the Heights, winner of the 2008 Tonys for Best Musical and Best Score, was also a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

Hackmatack Playhouse Presents BOEING-BOEING, 8/22-9/1
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2012


"Boeing - Boeing" is a classic farce written by French playwright Marc Camoletti. The movie version was a hit for Jerry Lewis in the 1960's. The stage version was a 2008 Tony Award winner. The Hackmatack Playhouse version is in its final days and is being lauded as a fun show to end Hackmatack's 41st season.

JERSEY BOYS Comes to Denver, Now thru 8/11
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2012


JERSEY BOYS made its sell-out premiere in Denver in 2008. The Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, is "working its way back" to the Buell Theatre tonight, July 17-August 11. Tickets are on sale at www.denvercenter.org or by calling 303.893.4100.

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of Marriott Theatre's HERO World Premiere
by Stage Tube - Jul 9, 2012


The Marriott Theatre presents HERO, a new musical written by Aaron Thielen with music and lyrics by Michael Mahler, running now through August 19, 2012. Eleven-time Jeff award-winner David H. Bell directs and choreographs. Erich Bergen (JERSEY BOYS, Nat'l Tour) stars as Hero Batowski. Click below to watch a behind-the-scenes video about the production!

The Marriott Theatre's HERO, Starring Erich Bergen, Begins Previews Tonight, 6/20
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2012


The Marriott Theatre (10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire) presents HERO, a new musical written by Aaron Thielen with music and lyrics by Michael Mahler, previewing tonight, June 20, opening June 27 at 8 p.m. and running through August 19, 2012. Eleven-time Jeff award-winner David H. Bell directs and choreographs. Erich Bergen (JERSEY BOYS, Nat'l Tour) stars as Hero Batowski.

BWW Reviews: JERSEY BOYS Spans Generations with Energetic Music
by Lauren Smart - Jun 16, 2012


With every element of a well-made musical, JERSEY BOYS might just be the best of the past decade's jukebox musical trend.

The Marriott Theatre to Premiere HERO, Starring Erich Bergen, Beginning 6/20
by Kelsey Denette - May 10, 2012


The Marriott Theatre (10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire) presents HERO, a new musical written by Aaron Thielen with music and lyrics by Michael Mahler, previewing June 20, opening June 27 at 8 p.m. and running through August 19, 2012. Eleven-time Jeff award-winner David H. Bell directs and choreographs. Erich Bergen (JERSEY BOYS, Nat'l Tour) stars as Hero Batowski.

Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Play the State Theatre, 9/22
by Kelsey Denette - May 1, 2012


Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time and the inspiration for the Broadway blockbuster Jersey Boys, returns to Minneapolis by popular demand to play Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012. To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit www.HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.

BWW Breaking News: After 5 Years, Toronto Based Dancap Productions Says Farewell
by Kelly Cameron - Apr 28, 2012


It was announced today in a story by The Star's Richard Ouzounian that Aubrey Dan was no longer involved as producer in the upcoming Prince of Broadway, and that there were not plans for future Toronto shows beyond the 2012 Season. Dancap Productions has been producing commercial theatre in Toronto since 2007, when it exploded onto the scene with a strong freshman season. Shortly thereafter the company produced the Canadian production of Jersey Boys, which ran for two years and played to over two million people. Since Jersey Boys closed Dan has faced an uphill battle, and has made the decision that 2012 will be the company's final season.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for April 11th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson - Apr 11, 2012


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Jersey Boys,' three musicals that start with 'Pi,' Cromer's 'Rent' leads a Larson fest, JRB in Indiana, 'Street Scene' and much more....

JERSEY BOYS Comes to Denver, 7/17-8/11
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 30, 2012


JERSEY BOYS made its sell-out premiere in Denver in 2008. The Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, is "working its way back" to the Buell Theatre July 17-August 11. Tickets are on sale at www.denvercenter.org or by calling 303.893.4100.

BWW Reviews: JERSEY BOYS in Vegas - Same Terrific Show In A Beautiful New Home
by Ellen Sterling - Mar 26, 2012


The Jersey Boys have moved south - at least in Las Vegas, that is. The show has moved from the Palazzo Resort Hotel in Las Vegas a few blocks south to Paris Las Vegas, taking up residence in the theater the hotel refurbished when Barry Manilow opened there in March 2010.

The Oak Ridge Boys to Perform at The Orleans Showroom 2/26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2012


Country music group The Oak Ridge Boys will bring their decades of hits to The Orleans Showroom, February 26, each evening at 8 p.m.

Dion Bilios, Declan Egan, et al. Set for Auckland's JERSEY BOYS
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 24, 2012


JERSEY BOYS - The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, is soon to open at the Civic Theatre, Auckland, New Zealand, with performances from 10 April, for a strictly limited season.

The Oak Ridge Boys to Perform at The Orleans Showroom 2/25-26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2012


Country music group The Oak Ridge Boys will bring their decades of hits to The Orleans Showroom, February 25 and 26, each evening at 8 p.m.

Dancap Productions' IN THE HEIGHTS Closes
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2012


Dancap Productions will present IN THE HEIGHTS, winner of four 2008 Tony Awards® - Best Musical, Best Music and Lyrics, Best Choreography and Best Orchestrations, as well the 2008 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album - at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, through February 19, 2012.

JERSEY BOYS Announces Adelaide Run from October
by James T Harding - Feb 17, 2012


JERSEY BOYS - The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons will open at the Festival Theatre, Adelaide, from October 26, 2012.

Molloy And Boydon Continue To Lead Cast Of London JERSEY BOYS In 2012
by Carrie Dunn - Feb 13, 2012


The smash hit musical JERSEY BOYS will be celebrating its fourth London birthday at the Prince Edward Theatre on Sunday 18 March, having opened in London in 2008. This musical has now been seen by almost 2 million people and is firmly established as one of the West End's longest running and most popular shows.

Dancap Productions Presents IN THE HEIGHTS, 2/7-19
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2012


Dancap Productions will present IN THE HEIGHTS, winner of four 2008 Tony Awards® - Best Musical, Best Music and Lyrics, Best Choreography and Best Orchestrations, as well the 2008 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album - at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, February 7-19, 2012.

Dancap Productions Presents IN THE HEIGHTS, 2/7-19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 30, 2012


Dancap Productions will present IN THE HEIGHTS, winner of four 2008 Tony Awards® - Best Musical, Best Music and Lyrics, Best Choreography and Best Orchestrations, as well the 2008 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album - at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, February 7-19, 2012.

The Oak Ridge Boys to Perform at The Orleans Showroom 2/25-26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 20, 2012


Country music group The Oak Ridge Boys will bring their decades of hits to The Orleans Showroom, February 25 and 26, each evening at 8 p.m.

Dancap Productions Presents IN THE HEIGHTS, 2/7-19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 12, 2012


Dancap Productions will present IN THE HEIGHTS, winner of four 2008 Tony Awards® - Best Musical, Best Music and Lyrics, Best Choreography and Best Orchestrations, as well the 2008 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album - at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, February 7-19, 2012.

STAGE TUBE: JERSEY BOYS UK Celebrates 1500 Performances!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 21, 2011


In London, the cast of JERSEY BOYS is led by Ryan Molloy as Frankie Valli, Matthew Wycliffe as Bob Gaudio, Jon Boydon as Tommy DeVito and Eugene McCoy as Nick Massi. Jon Lee plays the role of Frankie Valli at certain performances. The cast also includes Carl Au, Charlie Bull, Mark Carroll, Michael Conway, Chris Gardner, Lucinda Gill, Lauren Hall, Trina Hill, Mark Isherwood, Paul Iveson, Stuart Milligan, Tom Oakley, Jake Samuels, Jo Servi, Wayne Smith, Ben Wheeler and Rachael Wooding. THe show just celebrated 1500 performances, and you can go behind the scenes of the celebration below!

BOOK OF MORMON, AMERICAN IDIOT, et al. Featured in Broadway in Chicago's 2011-12 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2011


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the complete 2012 Spring Season Series. The upcoming spring season will include THE BOOK OF MORMON, AMERICAN IDIOT, SOUTH PACIFIC, BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL, FELA! and JERSEY BOYS. Off-season specials include IN THE HEIGHTS, MAMMA MIA, RIVERDANCE and CATS.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for August 24th, 2011
by Paul W. Thompson - Aug 24, 2011


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. The return of 'Mary Poppins' and 'Jersey Boys,' the premiere of 'For The Boys,' Mandy Patinkin, Nathan Gunn, Laura Benanti, 'Oprah! A Comedy!,' more....

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