Jersey Boys – Regent Theatre
It’s always interesting to see a musical that, prior to going, you have heard so much about. From being awarded Tonys to a Grammy, plus an Olivier for best new musical in 2009, ‘The Jersey Boys’ has been seen by millions all over the world and tonight welcomes the audience to The Regent Theatre in Stoke.
Directed by Des McAnuff and based on a book written by Marshall Brickman and Rick Ellis, The Jersey Boys is essentially the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. The title refers to the place they called home- New Jersey. It tells the story of four blue collar kids, the sons of Italian immigrants, who became one of the biggest ‘boy bands’ in the world.
The fast-paced story flows effortlessly amidst hit after hit. From the beginning there is a sense that this musical is a...