Jersey Boys at CIBC, now on its 20th Anniversary Tour is an unforgettable jukebox musical performance, divided into four parts named after the seasons, this unique documentary-style format features each band member narrating their perspective on the group's journey telling the story of four kids from New Jersey: Tommy Devito, lead guitar and baritone; Nick Massi, bass guitar and bass vocals; Bob Gaudio, keyboards and tenor vocals (whose hit, "Short Shorts," was written by Gaudio when he was only 15); and lead singer with the unique falsetto voice, Francesco Stephen Castelluccio, known as Frankie Valli, who formed a group that, after numerous name changes, became The Four Seasons after a New Jersey bowling alley. Told as the story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, the play shares the group's backstory: the struggles of seeking fame and the problems that come with it. Tommy, the group's cataclysmic lead guitarist, had a proclivity for gambling, spent jail time for petty robberies, and often found himself in debt, which caused issues for the group. Nick, the bassist, also spent time in jail and struggled with alcoholism. Bob, the keyboardist and songwriter, struggled with writing hit songs, was usually at odds with Tommy over creative direction, and shared Valli's marriage and family issues and the tragic loss of his daughter, who died from a drug overdose. These struggles while seeking fame caused the group to split, leaving only Valli and Bob Gaudio, who kept the Four Seasons together through the highs and lows of their careers, to become one of the most successful musical groups in history, selling millions of records and earning induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The play starts with a group of French singers and dancers performing Ces soirées-là (Oh, What A Night), where Tommy DeVito begins the narration of the play and how the song has lasted for decades since its 1975 origin. Since its first production in 2004 at the La Jolla Playhouse, the story of Frankie, Bob, Tommy, and Nick's musical journey, helped by talented producer and songwriter Bob Crewe, has become a global phenomenon. The cast features Coby Oram, Peyton Schoenhofer, Harry Sperduto, and Owen McCredie as Valli, Gaudio, Devito, and Massi, who delivered outstanding performances that captivated the audience throughout. Jason Winfield (Gyp), Andrew Sattler (Bob Crewe), and Eliza Levy as Mary Delgado, Frankie's wife, each provided memorable performances. Jersey Boys also introduces us to Joe Pesci, the "Okay-okay-okay" guy in the movie Legal Weapon, The Irishman, Casino, Goodfellas, and Home Alone, who was instrumental in bringing in singer-songwriter Bob Gaudio, who would go on to write many of the group's biggest hits and The Angels, singing their 1963 #1 hit, My Boyfriend's Back.
The two-act production featured some of The Four Seasons' greatest and timeless hits, Oh What A Night, I Can't Give You Anything But Love, Earth Angel, Sunday Kind of Love, I'm in the Mood for Love, Walk Like A Man, and their number-one song, Sherry, which Gaudio amazingly wrote in fifteen minutes. Act Two featured Stay, Let's Hang On (To What We've Got), Rag Doll, and Can't Take My Eyes Off of You. There were a few slow moments in the play as it explored the group's past; however, it didn't diminish the excellent narrative, which showcased dazzling performances, amazing on-stage chemistry, phenomenal singing, and music that brought the audience back to the majestic times of the 60s, providing a magical night of theater. Valli and Gaudio each hold a 50% stake in their recording catalog and other assets associated with the group. Valli, who is now 92, was the only remaining group member and is still touring. His The Last Encores Tour ended in May this year for health reasons. Three original Four Seasons members, Gudio (1989, Nick (2000), and Tommy (2020), have all gone to Rock & Roll heaven. The group retained a bond of brotherly love and commitment that lasted a lifetime despite the trauma of climbing the ladder of success.
Jersey Boys captures you from beginning to end and is A Must-See play!
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CIBC Theater
Jersey Boys: The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice
Music by Bob Gaudio
Lyrics by Bob Crewe
Nov 10 – Nov 22, 2026
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