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Jersey Boys 2005 - Articles Page 2

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 12+
Opened: November 6, 2005
Closing: January 15, 2017

Jersey Boys - 2005 Broadway 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!'

Now a Major Motion Picture! Jersey Boys is directed by Des McAnuff, with book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice , music by Bob Gaudio and lyrics by Bob Crewe.


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DWTS' Mark Ballas to Join Cast of Broadway's JERSEY BOYS?
by Caryn Robbins - September 1, 2016


DANCING WITH THE STARS fan fave Mark Ballas may soon be gracing the stage of Broadway's long-running musical Jersey Boys!

STAGE TUBE: Jersey Meets Jellicle in This Doo-Wop Version of Memory
by Ashlee Latimer - August 7, 2016


At this week's Saturday Night Scream, Jersey Boys and Jellicle Cats collided in a special Doo-Wop version of CATS' famous 11 o'clock number, 'Memory,' currently being belted eight times a week on Broadway by British singer, Leona Lewis.

TV: JERSEY BOYS Cast is Beggin at Stars in the Alley!
by Nicole Rosky - June 7, 2016


STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines, took place just last week in Shubert Alley. Hosted by Tony nominee Sean Hayes and Mo Rocca, Broadway's best once again turned out for the annual performance - including Richard H. Blake, Michael Lomenda, Mauricio Perez and Quin VanAntwerp, who performed 'Beggin' from JERSEY BOYS.

Tony Award Countdown: 30 Years In 30 Days, JERSEY BOYS Is A Groundbreaking Jukebox Musical, 2006
by Michael Dale - June 3, 2016


With a smartly-written book, JERSEY BOYS proved that jukebox musicals can be more than just fun.

Open Book: JERSEY BOYS' Co-Bookwriter Rick Elice's Journey From Actor To Tony-Nominated Author
by Michael Dale - May 30, 2016


A chance meeting at an opening night party changed the career of a young actor.

Mauricio Perez and Dominic Scaglione Jr. to Alternate as Frankie Valli in JERSEY BOYS
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2016


Just announced, the Tony, Olivier and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical Jersey Boys will welcome Mauricio Perez and Dominic Scaglione Jr., alternating in the role of 'Frankie Valli' at all performances beginning this week.

TV: JERSEY BOYS Star Quinn VanAntwerp Performs National Anthem at New York Rangers Game
by Tyler Peterson - April 12, 2016


Quinn VanAntwerp, who currently plays Bob Gaudio in the Broadway production of Jersey Boys, was invited this past weekend to sing the National Anthem at the New York Rangers vs the Detroit Red Wings game. BroadwayWorld brings you video coverage of his performance below!

Nicolas Dromard Will Temporarily Join JERSEY BOYS Later This Month
by Nicole Rosky - December 1, 2015


BroadwayWorld has just learned that Nicolas Dromard (MARY POPPINS, THE BOY FROM OZ) will join the cast of JERSEY BOYS later this month. Dromard will play Tommy DeVito (which he previously played in the 1st national tour), temporarily taking over for Richard H. Blake. He joins the company on December 21.

VIDEO: Cast of JERSEY BOYS Performs Medley on Thanksgiving Day Parade on CBS
by Caryn Robbins - November 27, 2015


The cast of the long-running hit musical JERSEY BOYS, now celebrating ten years on Broadway, performed a medley of songs on yesterday's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on CBS.

TV: JERSEY BOYS Veterans Reunite for Special 10th Anniversary Curtain Call!
by Nicole Rosky - November 9, 2015


The Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical Jersey Boys officially celebrated 10 record-breaking years on Broadway this weekend at the August Wilson Theatre, and oh, what a celebration it was. 

Photo Coverage: Oh, What an Afternoon! JERSEY BOYS Celebrates 10 Years on Broadway
by Heidi Bohnenkamp - November 9, 2015


The Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical Jersey Boys officially celebrated 10 record-breaking years on Broadway this weekend at the August Wilson Theatre, and oh, what a celebration it was. Check out photos from the special curtain call and after party below!

TV: Four Seasons Frontman Frankie Valli Reflects on 10 Years of JERSEY BOYS
by Nicole Rosky - November 7, 2015


Frankie Valli himself has a lot to celebrate this weekend and he told us all about it on the opening night red carpet for ON YOUR FEET. Check out what he had to say about ten years of JERSEY BOYS below!

BWW Interview: Original JERSEY BOYS Cast Members Celebrate 10 Years on Broadway
by Caryn Robbins - November 6, 2015


Following a lively photo shoot throughout the August Wilson Theatre with photographer Walter McBride, the three talented actors sat down with BWW to share their reflections and fondest memories of their time with the show.

STAGE TUBE: JERSEY BOYS Cast Counts Down 10 Favorite Lines for 10th Anniversary
by Stage Tube - November 4, 2015


In honor of JERSEY BOYS' 10th anniversary on Broadway, the cast shared their top 10 favorite lines from the show. See what they had to say in the video below, and check out some surprise guests from around the globe to help celebrate the milestone!

Too Good To Be True: Ten Years Worth Of Frankie Vallis Talk Starring On Broadway In JERSEY BOYS
by Michael Dale - November 8, 2015


Find out what it's like to play a pop music legend on Broadway from the boys who did it.

VIDEO: Frankie Valli & Bob Gaudio Talk Impact of JERSEY BOYS on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - November 3, 2015


To celebrate JERSEY BOYS 10-year anniversary on Broadway, the group's real-life leader, Franike Valli and its main songwriter Bob Gaudio, joined TODAY's Kathie Lee and Hoda to talk about the impact the show has had on their lives.

VIDEO: JERSEY BOYS Cast Performs 'Oh What a Night' & More on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - November 3, 2015


As JERSEY BOYS celebrates its 10th year on Broadway, its stars brought sweet harmony to the TODAY studio with stellar performances of the Four Seasons hits 'Beggin' and 'December, 1963 (Oh What a Night).'

VIDEO FLASHBACK: How JERSEY BOYS Changed The Jukebox Musical
by Michael Dale - November 7, 2015


From fluffy entertainments to serious dramas, JERSEY BOYS has helped the jukebox musical grow.

DVR Alert - Live JERSEY BOYS Performance Set for NBC's TODAY This Morning
by TV News Desk - November 3, 2015


Today, November 3rd, Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio will stop by the 10 am hour, followed by a live performance from the cast of JERSEY BOYS on NBC's TODAY. BWW will bring you video as soon as it becomes available this morning!

Jersey Boys FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Jersey Boys and what's the order?
Ces Soirées-La
Silhouettes
You're the Apple of My Eye
I Can't Give You Anything But Love
Earth Angel
Sunday Kind of Love
My Mother's Eyes
I Go Ape
(Who Wears) Short Shorts
I'm in the Mood for Love
Moody's Mood for Love
Cry for Me
An Angel Cried
I Still Care
Trance
Sherry
Big Girls Don't Cry
Walk Like A Man
December, 1963
My Boyfriend's Back
My Eyes Adored You
Dawn (Go Away)
Big Man in Town
Beggin'
Stay
Let's Hang On (To What We've Got)
Opus 17 (Don't You Worry 'Bout Me)
Bye Bye Baby
C'mon Marianne
Can't Take My Eyes Off of You
Working My Way Back to You
Fallen Angel
Rag Doll
Who Loves You

Jersey Boys History

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
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2007   Chicago Chicago Production
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2008   West End Original London Production
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2008   Las Vegas Las Vegas Production
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2008   Toronto Toronto Production
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2021   West End
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2021   West End
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2021   West End
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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
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Jersey Boys - 2005 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2006 Drama League Awards Distinguished Production of a Musical 0
2006 The Hewes Awards Lighting Design Howell Binkley
2006 Theatre World Awards Performance John Lloyd Young
2006 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Christian Hoff

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