Jersey Boys 2008 - Articles Page 2.6

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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Shoshana Bean to Perform at A.R.T. Gala in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2023


Broadway star and recording artist Shoshana Bean (Waitress, Wicked, and Mr. Saturday Night) will perform at American Repertory Theater's 2023 Gala.

Mandy Patinkin to Bring BEING ALIVE to Barrington Stage Company for One Night Only
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2023


Broadway’s master songman, Mandy Patinkin, accompanied by Adam Ben-David on piano, will bring his newest theatre concert Mandy Patinkin in Concert: BEING ALIVE, to Barrington Stage Company’s Boyd-Quinson Stage for one performance only on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at 8:00 PM.

Edinburgh Playhouse Releases Statement Addressing Audience Behaviour Following Fights at JERSEY BOYS
by Team BWW - Feb 8, 2023


Following a performance of Jersey Boys where a fight erupted at the Edinburgh Playhouse, reulsting in the police being called, the venue has released a statement.

JERSEY BOYS Extends Booking at London's Trafalgar Theatre to 1 October 2023
by Stephi Wild - Nov 28, 2022


Jersey Boys has announced that its run at London's Trafalgar Theatre has been extended, and is now booking until 1st October 2023. This musical extravaganza goes behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the multi award-winning, true-life phenomenon, Jersey Boys.

Theatre Raleigh Announces 2023 Main Stage Schedule
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2022


​​​​​​​Theatre Raleigh announces its 2023 main stage season, including such award-winning musicals as 'Jersey Boys,' and 'The Prom' and the world premiere of N.C. playwright Allan Maule's 'The Weight of Everything We Know.'

New Cast Announced For The UK and Ireland Tour of JERSEY BOYS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2022


New cast members have been announced joining the highly successful UK and Ireland tour of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS, which is currently on the road and running simultaneously with the smash-hit West End production, playing to packed houses at the newly refurbished Trafalgar Theatre.

New Cast Announced For JERSEY BOYS in the West End; Luke Suri and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2022


Luke Suri, who is currently playing alternate Frankie Valli on the UK and Ireland tour, will make his West End debut as Frankie Valli in the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical JERSEY BOYS on 27 July 2022.  The show is now booking to 30 April 2023. 

New Dates Announced For the UK and Ireland Tour of JERSEY BOYS
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2022


New dates have been announced for the highly successful UK and Ireland tour of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS, which is currently on the road and running simultaneously with the smash-hit West End production, playing to packed houses at the newly refurbished Trafalgar Theatre. See the full schedule!

BWW Review: JERSEY BOYS, King's Theatre, Glasgow
by Fiona Scott - Apr 21, 2022


Oh, what a night! The UK tour of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Balli & The Four Seasons returns to Glasgow. Read our critic's review.

JERSEY BOYS Returns to Milton Keynes Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2022


The Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS UK and Ireland tour is stopping by Milton Keynes Theatre from Wednesday 23 February.

JERSEY BOYS Extends Booking in London
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2022


A new booking period has been announced for the West End production of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical JERSEY BOYS.  Patrons will be able to book performances through to 2 October 2022. Tickets are now on sale.

JERSEY BOYS Comes To Milton Keynes Theatre in February 2022
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2021


The producers and creative team are delighted to announce that in addition to the smash-hit West End production currently playing to packed houses at the newly refurbished Trafalgar Theatre, a second company of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS will head out on a new tour of the UK and Ireland.

Full Casting Announced For The UK and Ireland Tour Of JERSEY BOYS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2021


Previous tour alumni Michael Pickering and Lewis Griffiths return as Frankie Valli and Nick Massi respectively, with Blair Gibson as Bob Gaudio and Dalton Wood as Tommy DeVito. Luke Suri will play Frankie Valli at certain performances.

Where Are They Now? Catch Up on the Careers of the Original Cast of JERSEY BOYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2021


In our new series, 'Where Are They Now?' we're taking a look back at some of our favorite original Broadway casts, and catching up with their careers! Next up, the original cast of Jersey Boys!

Adam Pascal and Olivia Valli Will Lead the North American Tour of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2021


Broadway superstar and Tony Award-nominee Adam Pascal (Rent, AIDA, Something Rotten) will once again step into the well-heeled shoes of Edward Lewis after thrilling audiences on Broadway for a limited set of performances in 2019. He will be joined by rising star Olivia Valli (Jersey Boys, Wicked) as the charming and charismatic Vivian Ward.

Casting Announced For JERSEY BOYS in London's West End; Returning 28 July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2021


Learn more about the production and how to buy tickets. The production opens at the Trafalgar Theatre on 10 August 2021, following previews from 28 July.

JERSEY BOYS Will Tour UK and Ireland This Fall
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2021


The beloved Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS will once again tour the UK and Ireland, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre on 25 November 2021 booking through to 12 November 2022, with further dates to be announced.

BWW Blog: It Can't Be True! Broadway's 13: The Musical is Being Adapted for Netflix - Original Broadway Cast Weighs In
by Student Blogger: Kyle Morales - Nov 14, 2020


Although the show only ran for 105 performances at the Bernard B. Jacobs theater in 2008, the legacy of the show still lives on today. Enough so, that Netflix is in the process of adapting the show for the screen.

JERSEY BOYS Returns to London, Opening at the New Trafalgar Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2020


JERSEY BOYS is returning to London's West End, opening at the new multi-million pound reinstated Trafalgar Theatre, with a new, larger auditorium and stage (formerly known as Trafalgar Studios), on Wednesday 21 April 2021, following previews from 14 April. Tickets are now on sale.

130+ Musicals That You Can Stream Now!
by Team BWW - Apr 4, 2021


Visit our list of the best musicals & shows you can watch from home! We've got you covered with all the must-sees on streaming sites including Tony-award winners, favorite stars and top performances.

Samantha Barks, Camilla Kerslake Among First Guest Stars Announced For The Barricade Boys Christmas Cabaret
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2019


It's (almost) the most wonderful time of the year! Back by public demand, The Barricade Boys today announce the first confirmed line-up of special guest stars who will be joining them during their Christmas residency from 10-28 December at The Other Palace in London's West End.

Mainstage Theatre Company's DREAM BIG Cabaret Comes to Lula Lounge
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2019


You have seen them in huge current musical shows like Come From Away and Dear Evan Hansen or in the past in shows like Kinky Boots and Jersey Boys. Now you have an opportunity to see some of the city's biggest musical theatre stars perform in the intimate setting of the Lula Lounge (Dundas Street W), one night only, on Monday June 24. As Jeff Madden star of Jersey Boys and Come From Away puts it, 'The audience is going to see and hear some of this country's finest singing actors sharing their talent in a more intimate setting than usual. That in of itself makes it worthwhile. You can add the extra joy of knowing that your money will be going towards top-notch musical theatre programming for youth. It's a huge win.'

Fun Facts About All 41 Broadway Theatres
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2019


What makes a Broadway theatre? Technically any venue with 500 seats or more, located along Broadway in New York City's Theatre District is a Broadway theatre, and the art that is produced in these special places is widely considered the highest form of theatrical entertainment in the world. Today, forty-one theatres are technically Broadway houses, each with their own rich history. Below, we're giving you the scoop on the life of every one of them!

5th Avenue Theatre Announces 2019/2020 Season; SISTER ACT, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, EVITA and More!
by Alan Henry - Mar 11, 2019


 The 5th Avenue Theatre has announced an incredible six-show lineup for its 201920 season. First, The 5th will stage a lavish production of Austen's Pride, A New Musical of Pride and Prejudice. For the holidays, The 5th will create a brand new staging of Shrek The Musical, which premiered at The 5th in 2008. The New Year kicks off with Stu for Silverton, which continues its developmental journey as a part of The 5th's New Musical Development Program. Next comes a joyful 5th Avenue Theatre original production of Sister Act, followed by an exclusive, limited two-week engagement of Once On This Island. The season will close with an original staging of the epic masterpiece, Evita. Additionally, The 5th will host a one-week run of the national tour of Jersey Boys.

BWW Review: MAMMA MIA Showcases Star-Studded Talent at Axelrod Performing Arts Center in Deal
by Erica Handel - Mar 12, 2019


The jukebox musical Mamma Mia comes to the Axelrod Performing Arts Center this March as 'the Jersey Shore's First Professional Production' of this smash-hit show.

Other Productions of Jersey Boys

2004   San Diego, CA (Regional) Regional Premiere
San Diego, CA (Regional)
2005   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2006   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
2007   Chicago Chicago Production
Chicago
2008   West End Original London Production
West End
2008   Las Vegas Las Vegas Production
Las Vegas
2008   Toronto Toronto Production
Toronto
2021   West End
West End
2021   West End
West End
2021   West End
West End
2021   West End London Production
West End
2021   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2021   US Tour U.S. Tour
US Tour
2024   US Tour US Tour
US Tour

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