The Tony Award-winning musical Jersey Boysis returning to London and will open at the newly renovated Trafalgar Theatreon 28 July 2021. The beloved musical that tells the story behind Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, has just announced its principal cast; revealing who will star as the music icons. Tickets for Jersey Boys in the West End are booking up to 31 October 2021.
West End Jersey Boys lead cast
The boys are back in town! The new London Jersey Boys production has announced its lead casting for when the musical opens in the West End next month. Starring as Frankie Valli will be Ben Joyce, who will make his West End debut. Cast as the Four Seasons are Benjamin Yates (School of Rock, Wicked) as Tommy DeVito, Karl James Wilson (Dirty Dancing, White Christmas) as Nick Massi and Adam David Bailey (Chicago, Aladdin) as Bob Gaudio.
London Jersey Boys creative team
The award-winning musical is directed by Des McAnuff and features choreography by Sergio Trujillo. Jersey Boys features music by original Four Seasons member Bob Gaudio, with lyrics by Bob Crewe, and a book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice.The production has scenic design by Klara YZieglerova, costumes by Jess Goldstein, lighting by Howell Binkley, sound by Steve Canyon and projections by Michael Clark. There are orchestrations from Steve Orich, with music supervision and vocal arrangements from Ron Melrose.
Jersey Boys musical songs
The hit musical Jersey Boys features numerous hits from the Four Seasons including ‘Beggin'’, ‘December 1963 (Oh What A Night)’, ‘Can't Take My Eyes Off You’, ‘Walk Like A Man’, ‘Bye Bye Baby’, ‘Big Girls Don't Cry’ and many more.
What is the musical Jersey Boys about?
The smash-hit sensation tells the behind-the-scenes story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The world was taken by surprise as these boys presented an unheard sound. Their perfect harmonies and stage presence had the public in the palm of their hands, but the offstage story was a different one altogether. Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi are theFour Seasonsand each season remembers the story in their own way.
London Jersey Boys tickets are available now!
Don’t miss out on the Jersey Boys coming to the West End! Don’t be beggin’ for your Jersey Boys tickets and book yours now! The incredible musical opens on 28 July at London’s Trafalgar Theatre and oh what a night it will be.
As an enthusiast of musical theater and a long-time aficionado of the Tony Award-winning musical "Jersey Boys," I'm excited to delve into the various facets this article touches upon. Let's break down the key elements:
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Jersey Boys Musical:
- It's a Tony Award-winning musical that chronicles the journey of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, renowned for their unique sound and incredible harmonies.
- The production offers a glimpse into the offstage realities, juxtaposing the group's public success with the challenges they faced behind the scenes.
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London Revival:
- The musical is set to make a return to London, specifically at the Trafalgar Theatre, following a renovation.
- The principal cast has been announced: Ben Joyce stars as Frankie Valli, while Benjamin Yates, Karl James Wilson, and Adam David Bailey portray the other members of the Four Seasons.
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Creative Team:
- Directed by Des McAnuff, with choreography by Sergio Trujillo.
- The musical's music stems from original Four Seasons member Bob Gaudio, complemented by lyrics from Bob Crewe, and a book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice.
- The production boasts a talented team for scenic design, costumes, lighting, sound, and projections, ensuring a visually and auditorily captivating experience.
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Musical Numbers:
- Features a plethora of hits from the Four Seasons such as 'Beggin', 'December 1963 (Oh What A Night)', 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You', 'Walk Like A Man', 'Bye Bye Baby', and 'Big Girls Don't Cry,' among others.
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Ticket Information:
- Tickets for the London production are available, with the musical scheduled to run until October 31, 2021.
- The emphasis is on securing tickets promptly to witness this captivating portrayal of musical history.
"Jersey Boys" not only encapsulates the timeless music of the Four Seasons but also provides a compelling narrative about their journey, the challenges they faced, and the triumphs they achieved. It's a treat for both avid fans of the band and newcomers to their legendary sound.
