It is a Broadway original musical, opened on November 6, 2005.
This is a musical biography, which portrays glory and downfall of white Doo-Wop group, Four Seasons, who climbed up the super stardom with continuous mega hits of, "Sherry" " Big Girls Don’t Cry" and "Walk Like A Man" in 1962.
Frankie, who lives in the suburbs of New Jersey, dreams of becoming a star singer. But the reality forces Frankie seriously considers being a barber, instead of a star. One day he meets a savvy hustler guitarist, Tommy, and it changes Frankie’s life completely. Two move to New York City, and form a trio with Nick, who Tommy brings, but no success is on their way. Then, they try to form a quartet, Tommy, once again, searches for a new member. and he brings Bob Gaudio. Bright neon signs of the Four Seasons Lounge shines over four young men who head for new beginning.
From the birth of Four Seasons, road to the super stardom, and the members struggle during the glory days, this musical depicts Four Seasons' footsteps accurately based on the true stories. Also, actors who play four members of Four Seasons, recreate each character closely even singing talents. The stage is almost like watching illusions of comeback of Four Seasons. The biggest hit song of Four Seasons, Sherry, is still popular oldies.? Danny Iida and Paradise sung Japanese version and became a big hit, so many are familiar with this song. It is directed by Des McAnuff, who won 1993 Tony’s Best Director by “The Who’s Tommy.”