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Musical follows success of ‘60s rock band: ‘Jersey Boys’ to take stage at Fox Theatre during third national tour

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From Wednesday, May 11 to Sunday, May 29, the Fabulous Fox Theatre will open its doors yet again to the Tony, Grammy and Oliver Award-winning Broadway musical “Jersey Boys.”

“Jersey Boys” is a documentary style musical that follows the success of one of the most popular Rock-n-Roll groups of the ‘60s, The Four Seasons. “Jersey Boys” opened on Broadway in 2006 and has since received four Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and one Grammy for Best Musical Show Album.

This time around, there are more than 50 people working with the traveling company, 19 of which are the actors. Swing and ensemble cast member Candi Boyd said, “Being a part of this show is amazing. I remember when I got the call saying I made the show; I was waiting tables. I was literally at my restaurant, with a tray in my hand. It was fantastic!”

This year’s tour currently marks the third national tour. When “Jersey Boys” hit St. Louis for the first time, the show celebrated the Tour’s highest grossing week to date.

“The feedback we get is amazing. We never have a house that is not almost completely full. We get this overwhelming enthusiasm from everyone who sees the show. I love it!” Boyd said. “I feel so lucky, so lucky everyday to be a part of this cast.”

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When casting the show, the producers and director traveled to 11 different cities including New York, Los Angeles, London and Dublin. Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio, two original Four Seasons members, helped to decided who the final cast would be.

When asked how an actor makes a successful career, Boyd said, “You know, I get this question a lot, and I think the best answer that everyone in the business can give is to never assume that what you have learned is enough. You always have to keep working. Some of the best dancers I know are still taking dancing lessons. People have to hone in on their weaknesses and grow from them.”

The musical has even made it big with screen actors and talk show hosts such as Eddie Murphy, Halle Berry, Paul Shaffer and Rosie O’Donnell. Oprah Winfrey was quoted saying, “Go see ‘Jersey Boys.’ It’s just the best show… The biggest musical act on Broadway.”

The Four Seasons sold 175 million records worldwide—all before anyone in the group reached 30. The original members of the group include Frankie Valli, Bob Guadio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi. There are over 33 songs in the show, including 11 that made the Billboard’s Top Ten and five No. 1 hits.

In 1990, The Four Seasons were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

“Jersey Boys” opens Wednesday, May 11.  For more information and ticket prices  call 314.534.1678 or visit fabulousfox.com.

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