Chart-Topping Hits and Jersey Grit: Village Theatre’s Scintillating New Production of JERSEY BOYS
Village Theatre’s Scintillating New Production of JERSEY BOYS on Stage March 18 – May 25
Music Directed by R.J. TANCIOCO
ISSAQUAH, WA (February 27, 2025)– Village Theatre’s own production of the Tony Award-winning true-life musical phenomenon, Jersey Boys: The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, grooves its way onto the stage this spring, directed and choreographed by Tony nominated artist Michael Berresse. Performances will be held in Issaquah from March 18 to April 27, 2025, and in Everett from May 3-25, 2025.
Under Berresse’s direction, Jersey Boys will put the lives and music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons into billboard-sized focus. This scintillating new production is full of electrifying performances of chart-topping hits including: “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Dawn,” “My Eyes Adore You,” and so many more!
“What a treat to bring this modern masterpiece to our community,” says Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr. “Chock full of favorite songs, Jersey Boys is one of the most successful jukebox musicals of all time—and it is an honor to help create a fresh version of it with our talented cast and team from the PNW and beyond.”
Featuring a band of Seattle favorites and newcomers alike led by beloved local Music Director R.J. Tancioco, Village Theatre’s production of Jersey Boys will satisfy audiences’ ears with its jukebox full of chart-topping hits—and their eyes with iconic Jersey-style sets, costumes, and props hand-built by local artisans.
The cast includes Krystle Armstrong (Lorraine), Kooper Campbell (Joey, u/s Frankie Valli), Ethan Carpenter (Hank Majewski, u/s Bob Gaudio), Rebecca Cort (Francine), Sarah Rose Davis (Mary Delgado), Ben Dow (Bob Gaudio), Nehemiah Hooks (Hal Miller, Barry Belson, Officer), Eric Jensen (Norm Waxman, u/s Gyp Decarlo), Matthew Posner (Nick Massi), Lorenzo Pugliese (Frankie Valli), John David Scott (Bob Crewe, Detective Two, Accountant, Donnie, u/s Tommy), Robbie Serrano (Tommy De Vito), and Robert Shampain (Gyp Decarlo, Judge, Bowling Alley Owner, Al Finney, Priest). Understudies include Drew Bates (u/s Joey, u/s Bob Crewe), Christopher Clark (u/s Hank Majewski, u/s Barry Belson), Savannah Lynn (u/s Mary, u/s Lorraine, u/s Francine), and Cameron Widmark (u/s Norm Waxman, u/s Nick Massi).
Creating that iconic Jersey style are Set Designer Timothy Mackabee, Costume Designer Esther Garcia, Lighting Designer Amiya Brown, Sound Designer Connor Wang, and Projection Designer Ahren Buhmann.
The creative team also includes Assistant Director Amanda E. Rountree, Associate Choreographer Daniel Cruz,
Book by MARSHALL BRICKMAN & RICK ELICE | Music by BOB GAUDIO | Lyrics by BOB CREWE Directed and Choreographed by MICHAEL BERRESSE
Music Directed by R.J. TANCIOCO
ISSAQUAH, WA (February 27, 2025)– Village Theatre’s own production of the Tony Award-winning true-life musical phenomenon, Jersey Boys: The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, grooves its way onto the stage this spring, directed and choreographed by Tony nominated artist Michael Berresse. Performances will be held in Issaquah from March 18 to April 27, 2025, and in Everett from May 3-25, 2025.
Under Berresse’s direction, Jersey Boys will put the lives and music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons into billboard-sized focus. This scintillating new production is full of electrifying performances of chart-topping hits including: “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Dawn,” “My Eyes Adore You,” and so many more!
“What a treat to bring this modern masterpiece to our community,” says Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr. “Chock full of favorite songs, Jersey Boys is one of the most successful jukebox musicals of all time—and it is an honor to help create a fresh version of it with our talented cast and team from the PNW and beyond.”
Featuring a band of Seattle favorites and newcomers alike led by beloved local Music Director R.J. Tancioco, Village Theatre’s production of Jersey Boys will satisfy audiences’ ears with its jukebox full of chart-topping hits—and their eyes with iconic Jersey-style sets, costumes, and props hand-built by local artisans.
The cast includes Krystle Armstrong (Lorraine), Kooper Campbell (Joey, u/s Frankie Valli), Ethan Carpenter (Hank Majewski, u/s Bob Gaudio), Rebecca Cort (Francine), Sarah Rose Davis (Mary Delgado), Ben Dow (Bob Gaudio), Nehemiah Hooks (Hal Miller, Barry Belson, Officer), Eric Jensen (Norm Waxman, u/s Gyp Decarlo), Matthew Posner (Nick Massi), Lorenzo Pugliese (Frankie Valli), John David Scott (Bob Crewe, Detective Two, Accountant, Donnie, u/s Tommy), Robbie Serrano (Tommy De Vito), and Robert Shampain (Gyp Decarlo, Judge, Bowling Alley Owner, Al Finney, Priest). Understudies include Drew Bates (u/s Joey, u/s Bob Crewe), Christopher Clark (u/s Hank Majewski, u/s Barry Belson), Savannah Lynn (u/s Mary, u/s Lorraine, u/s Francine), and Cameron Widmark (u/s Norm Waxman, u/s Nick Massi).
Creating that iconic Jersey style are Set Designer Timothy Mackabee, Costume Designer Esther Garcia, Lighting Designer Amiya Brown, Sound Designer Connor Wang, and Projection Designer Ahren Buhmann.
The creative team also includes Assistant Director Amanda E. Rountree, Associate Choreographer Daniel Cruz,
Associate Music Director Ben Bentler, Assistant Lighting Designer Trevor Cushman, Fight/Intimacy Director
Geoffrey Alm, and Dialect Coach Gin Hammond.
This production uses the original Jersey Boys libretto (the same as was used on Broadway and in the national tours)—which means you can expect the characters to sing like angels and curse like Jersey teenagers.
Single tickets can be purchased now through Village Theatre’s box office in-person in Issaquah (303 Front Street N) or Everett (2710 Wetmore Avenue), by phone at (425) 392-2202, or at VillageTheatre.org/Jersey.
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Jersey Boys
Book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice | Music by Bob Gaudio | Lyrics by Bob Crewe
Directed and Choreographed by Michael Berresse Music Directed by R.J. Tancioco
Everett Performing Arts Center (EPAC) 2710 Wetmore Avenue, Everett
Everett: May 3—25, 2025
Geoffrey Alm, and Dialect Coach Gin Hammond.
This production uses the original Jersey Boys libretto (the same as was used on Broadway and in the national tours)—which means you can expect the characters to sing like angels and curse like Jersey teenagers.
Single tickets can be purchased now through Village Theatre’s box office in-person in Issaquah (303 Front Street N) or Everett (2710 Wetmore Avenue), by phone at (425) 392-2202, or at VillageTheatre.org/Jersey.
ABOUT VILLAGE THEATRE
Based in Issaquah, Wash., with operations in Everett, Wash., Village Theatre is a leading producer of musical theater in the Pacific Northwest. Producing entertaining, quality productions since 1979, Village has grown into one of the region's best-attended theatres. Village is nationally recognized for its contribution to the development of new musicals, having supported the creation of more than 180 new works to date; and also takes pride in nurturing tomorrow’s audiences through its Youth Education programs, serving thousands of young people and their families annually.# # #
FOR EDITORS/PRODUCERS
WHAT:
Jersey BoysBook by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice | Music by Bob Gaudio | Lyrics by Bob Crewe
Directed and Choreographed by Michael Berresse Music Directed by R.J. Tancioco
WHERE:
Village Theatre
Francis J. Gaudette Theatre 303 Front Street N, IssaquahEverett Performing Arts Center (EPAC) 2710 Wetmore Avenue, Everett
WHEN:
March 18–May 25, 2025
Issaquah: March 18—April 27, 2025Everett: May 3—25, 2025
TICKETS:
SINGLE TICKETS $44-123 – ON SALE NOWThree-Show Subscriptions Also Available
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