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BIO

Karl James Wilson played the role of Johnny Castle in the UK Tour of Dirty Dancing. Theatre credits also include the UK Tours of Jersey Boys and White Christmas. Karl appeared in Hollyoaks playing the role of Wardy.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
London Production, 2021
Nick Massi

[West End]
2021
Nick Massi [Replacement]

[West End]
2021
NICK MASSI

[West End]
2021
NICK MASSI [Replacement]


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JERSEY BOYS to Close in the West End After Three Years

The original Grammy, Tony and Olivier award-winning smash-hit musical, Jersey Boys, will close at the Trafalgar Theatre on 4 January 2024 after three hugely successful years in London’s West End.
Review: JERSEY BOYS, Trafalgar Theatre

Oh, what a Night! The new-cast of Jersey Boys take to the stage in this slick, pacy and comedic production.
JERSEY BOYS Celebrates 18 Years and Reveals New Cast Members

The original Grammy, Tony and Olivier award-winning smash-hit musical, Jersey Boys, celebrates its 18th birthday after opening on Broadway in 2005. Plus, find out who's joining the cast!
JERSEY BOYS Extends Booking at London's Trafalgar Theatre to 1 October 2023

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.
New Cast Announced For JERSEY BOYS in the West End; Luke Suri and More!

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. 
Photos: On the Red Carpet at the JERSEY BOYS Media Night

A  media night for the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical, JERSEY BOYS took place at the Trafalgar Theatre on Wednesday 11 May.
JERSEY BOYS Extends Booking in London

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.
VIDEO: West End Cast of JERSEY BOYS Performs on the Roof of the Trafalgar Theatre

The West End cast of Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical JERSEY BOYS sang the Tik Tok sensation and classic The Four Seasons track Beggin' on the roof of the Trafalgar Theatre in London, where it is currently running, booking until 1 May 2022. 
Photos: Inside Press Night For JERSEY BOYS at the Trafalgar Theatre

The press night of Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical JERSEY BOYS, took place at the new multi-million pound reinstated Trafalgar Theatre on Tuesday 17 August. Guests included Judy Murray, Bruno Tonioli, Jessica Hynes, Gizzi Erskine and Myleene Klass.
Photos: First Look at JERSEY BOYS at the Trafalgar Theatre

JERSEY BOYS began previews on 28 July at the new multi-million pound reinstated Trafalgar Theatre and officially opens tomorrow night, Tuesday 17 August.
BWW Review: JERSEY BOYS, Trafalgar Theatre

It’s been over four years since jukebox musical Jersey Boys was in the West End. The uplifting story of the rise of one of the most successful bands of the 1950s and 60s, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, now explodes back into London at the newly refurbished Trafalgar Theatre.
Photos: JERSEY BOYS Rehearses for the West End

The cast is led by Ben Joyce as Frankie Valli, Adam Bailey as Bob Gaudio, Karl James Wilson as Nick Massi and Benjamin Yates as Tommy De Vito.
VIDEO: JERSEY BOYS London Cast Performs 'My Eyes Adored You' in Rehearsal

Jersey Boys opens at London's Trafalgar Theatre on 10 August, with previews from 28 July. Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here!
VIDEO: JERSEY BOYS in Rehearsal; Returning to London Next Month!

The cast is led by Ben Joyce as Frankie Valli, Adam Bailey as Bob Gaudio, Benjamin Yates as Tommy De Vito and Karl James Wilson as Nick Massi. Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets here!
Lewis Griffiths, Katie Hartland and Carlie Milner Lead New DIRTY DANCING Tour

Casting has been announced for a new UK and Ireland touring production of DIRTY DANCING. Lewis Griffiths (Jersey Boys, Ghost and Legally Blonde tours, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Rent and Whistle Down the Wind in the West End) will star as Johnny Castle, while recent Central graduate Katie Hartland makes her professional musical theatre debut as Baby Houseman. Carlie Milner, who began as part of the Dirty Dancing ensemble in 2014 and subsequently took over the role of Penny, reprises her performance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Karl James Wilson been in?

Karl James Wilson has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Karl James Wilson been in?

Karl James Wilson has appeared on London's West End in 4 shows.

What was Karl James Wilson's first West End show?

Karl James Wilson's first West End show was Jersey Boys which opened in 2021

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