The Midtown Men Will Play the State Theatre, 1/25
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 11, 2013
The Midtown Men features Tony Award Winner Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard, and Tony nominee J. Robert Spencer. This jump-to-your-feet show features top hits from a who's who of the ‘60s including The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Temptations, The Jackson 5, and The Four Seasons, whose story they brought to life every night as Stars in the Original Cast of Jersey Boys.
John Michael Coppola Releases Digital Single for Sandy Relief
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 30, 2012
Former JERSEY BOYS cast member, John Michael Coppola, has announced his digital release of the Billy Joel hit single, 'New York State Of Mind'. 100% of proceeds from the sale of the single will equally benefit the Community FoodBank of New Jersey and The American Red Cross. The single can be purchased at http://cdbaby.com/cd/johnmichaelcoppola.
John Michael Coppola to Present JERSEY BOYS Tribute Show, 11/3
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 1, 2012
Former JERSEY BOYS cast member, John Michael Coppola, will be returning to the material that brought him to Chicago with the debut of a new JERSEY BOYS tribute performance to benefit the Chicago JCC. The one night only event takes place on Saturday, November 3rd, 2012 at 7:30 pm at the Drake Hotel in downtown Chicago, IL. Dancing to the TVK Orchestra will follow the special tribute performance.
Under The Streetlamp Remembers Romance, Romp and Radio in BEST CABARET Tonight, 10/27
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2012
Under the Streetlamp, which sprung up among four lead singers who toured nationally with the Tony-winning JERSEY BOYS, is all about a single, simple shared experience of popular music on the radio. You can experience that pure form of entertainment yourself when the quartet comes to Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on the UConn campus tonight, October 27th at 8 pm.
JERSEY BOYS' Jeff Leibow Produces 2nd Annual NF Hope Concert at Harrah's Las Vegas, 10/21
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2012
Jeff Leibow of JERSEY BOYS announced the 2nd Annual NF Hope Concert set to take place today, October 21 at 1 p.m. at Harrah's Las Vegas. Proceeds from the concert will be donated to NF Network, a non-profit organization that serves families and individuals with neurofibromatosis, more commonly known as NF. The second rendition of the NF Hope Concert will include performances by some of the biggest names in Las Vegas as well as an impressive live and silent auction.
Under The Streetlamp To Remember Romance, Romp and Radio in BEST CABARET, 10/27
by Patrick Nugent - Oct 17, 2012
Under the Streetlamp, which sprung up among four lead singers who toured nationally with the Tony-winning JERSEY BOYS, is all about a single, simple shared experience of popular music on the radio. You can experience that pure form of entertainment yourself when the quartet comes to Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on the UConn campus Saturday, October 27th at 8 pm.
JERSEY BOYS' Jeff Leibow Produces 2nd Annual NF Hope Concert at Harrah's Las Vegas, 10/21
by BWW News Desk - Oct 5, 2012
Jeff Leibow of JERSEY BOYS announced the 2nd Annual NF Hope Concert set to take place on Sunday, October 21 at 1 p.m. at Harrah's Las Vegas. Proceeds from the concert will be donated to NF Network, a non-profit organization that serves families and individuals with neurofibromatosis, more commonly known as NF. The second rendition of the NF Hope Concert will include performances by some of the biggest names in Las Vegas as well as an impressive live and silent auction.
JERSEY BOYS Returns to Benedum Center, Now thru 9/23
by BWW News Desk - Sep 4, 2012
Dates have been announced for the Pittsburgh return engagement of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. The musical will make its much-anticipated return to the Benedum Center for the Performing Arts tonight, September 4, through Sunday, September 23, 2012.
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.
JERSEY BOYS' John Michael Coppola Set for A JERSEY VOICE: SINATRA TO SPRINGSTEEN 7/16+27
by James T Harding - Jun 19, 2012
Former Jersey Boys Chicago cast member, John Michael Coppola, will be "workin' his way back" to the New York tri-state area this July with his solo concert, A JERSEY VOICE: Sinatra to Springsteen...And Everyone In Between. Featuring song selections from the 1940s through present day, the set list includes songs made popular by such artists as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen and of course, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Brandon Andrus, Colby Foytik, et al. Lead JERSEY BOYS' in Atlanta, Now thru 6/10
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2012
Casting has been announced for the Atlanta return engagement of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, playing the Fox Theatre tonight, May 22-June 10 as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2011-12 season. The cast of JERSEY BOYS will be led by Brandon Andrus (Nick Massi), Colby Foytik (Tommy DeVito), Jason Kappus (Bob Gaudio) and Brad Weinstock (Frankie Valli) as The Four Seasons, with Barry Anderson and Thomas Fiscella.
STAGE TUBE: Preview John Michael Coppola's 'A JERSEY VOICE', Coming to NY, CT & NJ
by Stage Tube - May 17, 2012
John Michael Coppola, from Chicago's long running production of JERSEY BOYS, will bring his solo concert, A JERSEY VOICE: Sinatra to Springsteen...And Everyone In Between to three states. Featuring song selections from the 1940s through present day, the set list includes songs made popular by such artists as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen and of course, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Coppola understudied and performed the role of Frankie Valli in the Chicago production of the Broadway hit.
JERSEY BOYS' John Michael Coppola to Bring A JERSEY VOICE to NJ, CT and NY
by Kelsey Denette - May 17, 2012
John Michael Coppola, from Chicago's long running production of JERSEY BOYS, will bring his solo concert, A JERSEY VOICE: Sinatra to Springsteen...And Everyone In Between. Featuring song selections from the 1940s through present day, the set list includes songs made popular by such artists as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen and of course, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Coppola understudied and performed the role of Frankie Valli in the Chicago production of the Broadway hit.
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.
Atlanta's JERSEY BOYS to Offer $53 Tickets in Celebration of Frankie Valli’s Birthday
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 30, 2012
Four Seasons front man Frankie Valli will celebrate his birthday on May 3, and Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta is marking the occasion by offering audiences a 72-hour ticket sale. From May 3-6, JERSEY BOYS fans can access $53 tickets to select performances of the show's highly anticipated return engagement at the Fox Theatre, playing May 22-June 10 as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2011-12 season.
JERSEY BOYS Celebrates 1000 Performances in New Zealand, 4/26
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 25, 2012
JERSEY BOYS has smashed the all-time box office record for a second week of sales by taking more than $NZ 1.9 million gross, beating previous records by over $NZ 500,000. JERSEY BOYS also notches up its 1,000th performance in Australasia on Thursday, April 26.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit,' for April 25th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson - Apr 25, 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. The non-Equity Jeff Award nominations, a 'Jersey Boys' benefit, 'Cats' now and forever, the market for 'Motherhood,' Roosevelt lands 'Lysistrata Jones,' and much, much more....
JERSEY BOYS Breaks NZ Box Office Records With $NZ1.9 Million Gross
by James T Harding - Apr 24, 2012
It was announced today that JERSEY BOYS - The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons - has smashed the all-time box office record for a second week of trading by taking in excess of $NZ1.9 million gross, beating previous records by over $NZ500,000. This phenomenal demonstration of support by New Zealanders for this internationally acclaimed musical falls at the same time that JERSEY BOYS notches up its 1,000th performance in Australasia on Thursday 26 April.
Brandon Andrus, Colby Foytik, et al. to Lead JERSEY BOYS' Atlanta Engagement
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 23, 2012
Casting has been announced for the Atlanta return engagement of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, playing the Fox Theatre May 22-June 10 as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2011-12 season. The cast of JERSEY BOYS will be led by Brandon Andrus (Nick Massi), Colby Foytik (Tommy DeVito), Jason Kappus (Bob Gaudio) and Brad Weinstock (Frankie Valli) as The Four Seasons, with Barry Anderson and Thomas Fiscella.