Jersey Boys Reviews

Dorothy from Co Durham

CUT OUT THE BAD LANGUAGE

Went to see this show a few weeks ago and felt that an excellent show was ruined by the use of the 'F' word. There were kids in the audience on the evening we were there. Why should they, or anyone else for that matter, be subjected to this language which I am sure was not widely used in the era in which this show was based. The cast were all brilliant musically and it is a great 'feel good' musical. Just cut out the language please!

Nick from Rotherham, England

MIXED EMOTIONS

After leaving the theatre I had a feeling of mass disappointment and enjoyment. I though the show was really good, the songs are excellent and also the dancing. The reason why I was very disappointed was because the guy who was supposed to play Frankie Valli (Ryan Molloy) was not there; instead we had the ‘alternate’ Frankie. He has a good voice but not very good acting skills. I don’t feel it is fair that we had the ‘alternate’ Frankie without a reason or warning. Please check that Ryan Malloy will be appearing at your show!

Karen C from UK

NOT SO SURE THEY WEREN'T MIMING AT TIMES

I really enjoyed the Jersey Boys, but I was somewhat disappointed and surprised as I am absolutely convinced that at times they were miming to the original tracks. Did anyone else think this or am I just barking Mad?

Anonymous from Anytown, AT 55555

GOOD SHOW BUT ROTTEN SEATS

Recently attended a matinee performance of Jersey Boys. Thoroughly enjoyed the story and music but thought the ambiance of the era could have been captivated equally as well with a little less bad language - just enough to set the scene. However the leg room for our seats in the Dress Circle was appalling - my husband, who is just under 6ft with average length legs would have had to sit with his legs in a wide V shape if we had not been able to move seats as the theatre was not full - we made several moves before we found seats with more leg room right at the back. Other people were doing the same. Tickets for these seats have a face value of £60+ so comfort would be expected. Also it was a bitterly cold day and the theatre was not very warm - many coats put on in the interval. I appreciate these theatres are very old but the prices charged are the same as others with much better seats.

Mandy from London, Kent

BAD CASTING!

Saw the show last night. Not what is was im afraid! Lead was not a patch on Ryan molloy! Singing was all up an down! Out of tune an time. Coudnt dance. He did look the part so I'm guessing that is why he was a cover. Michael watson was the actor. Won't be going back if this is the best they have!

Anonymous from London,

YOU'LL BE HUMMING THOSE TUNES FOR A LONG TIME AFTERWARDS!

Great show - Friends of ours had spare tickets for the matinee of this on 21/06/14 in London and we thought okay, why not. We were up in one of the boxes (right hand side as you face the stage). The view from there is restricted with action on the right hand side, particularly near the back very obscured. That said, the box had plenty of room, it's own private toilet even a lounge type area with a refrigerator for your drinks! The show itself was a slick procession of The 4 seasons 60's hits interspersed with smart one liners revealing the lives of the band members. Set in the harsh world of the New Jersey projects against the background of loose women and wiseguys, its a sort of "Goodfellas" meets "That Thing You Do". Personally, I think the criticism or Michael Watson on here is harsh and he seemed pretty good in the lead role to me, although our friends did say they previous lead was better. You will come out humming those songs and it's a tight, well executed show.

Val Matthews from Shevington, Lancashire

FABULOUS SHOW - A DEFINITE MUST-SEE

19th August 2021 Jersey Boys was absolutely fantastic tonight! ALL the cast and musicians are fabulous. I didn’t want it to end! The casting is superb- everyone seemed perfect for the roles they played. Top class singing from everyone - to find someone who could sing as high as Frankie Valli was genius! Can’t take my eyes off you was my favourite of his solo songs. Definitely a must-see show. The only reason I didn’t give it a 5 - would have been 4 3/4 if possible - was because at the beginning of the show - and I’m no means a prude - there were just too many f-words. In the second half of the show there was an odd smattering of swearing, as appropriate, and that was fine but if we’d had the grandchildren with us I would have been very uncomfortable in the first half. Congratulations to all the cast, musicians, production and behind the scenes staff - be very proud of yourselves!

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