JERSEY SHOREsical | A Frickin' Rock Opera

Book, Music, and Lyrics by
Daniel Franzese & Hanna LoPatin

Produced by
Confetti & Meatballs

Directed by
Drew Droege
Co-Director Zack Bass

The Company
Daniel Franzese (Co-Creator, Mean Girls)
Matthew Bridges - Jessica Buttafuoco - Mike Ciriaco- Genvieve Jones -
- Jordan Katcher - Meghan Parks - Veronica Mannion - Matt McConkey

"The raucous audience response suggests that fans of the TV series will risk S.T.D.’s to smush with this homage."
- New York Times

"'Jersey Shoresical: A Frickin' Rock Opera,' a Snooki-inspired show (a Snooksical?) whose tickets are already hotter than a Joisey beach on a sweltering day."
- New York Daily News

"Razor edged cartoon" Critic's Pick!
-Backstage

"A FRICKIN MUSICAL?! Haven't you always wanted to see Snooki bust her ass while busting a move?! C'mon!
We dare say that you won't be disappointed!"
-Perez Hilton

"Hilarious...Move over Jersey Boys!"
-InTouch

"Yup, it's REAL and it's AWESOME!"
-THRILLIST

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Coming Soon...

JERSEY SHORESICAL WILL BE ON A HIATUS AS WE CHANGE LOCATIONS-PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR NEW DATES MID-JULY!!!

Coming to the show? Need a little refresher? We suggest you click here to watch the Season 4 Special that recaps all the greatest moments on the SHORE

MTV's Jersey Shore | From The First Fist Pump

Cast

Derrick Barry (J-Woww, Alternate) Derrick recently achieved international fame for his portrayal of Britney Spears on America's Got Talent. He was also featured on The Next Best Thing, The Today Show, music videos for Katy Perry & Eminem and with Britney Spears on The Tonight Show. Derrick comes direct from the Las Vegas Strip's Divas Las Vegas. Keep up with derrick at www.derrickbarry.com

Willam Belli (J-Woww ) likes to cross-dress, a lot! Willam’s credits include: Cherry Peck on Nip/Tuck, Stifler’s she-male in American Wedding & the tranny in the pre-Broadway runs of Rock of Ages (and the upcoming film version). Hobbies include listing his credits like to make himself feel better about the aforementioned crossdressing. TV credits include: Southland, Saved, Cold Case, The Shield, Criminal Minds, Women’s Murder Club, CSI:NY, The Forgotten, HDNet's Svetlana, Comedy Central's Nick Swarsdon's Pretend Time & American Body Shop, My Name is Earl, Boston Public, recurring on The District. FILM: Because I Said So, Bloodrayne 3, Blubberella, Candy Darling in HBO’s Cinema Verite and Neighborhood Watch opposite Ben Stiller in 2012. He's also in a band called TranzKuntinental that you should come see- especially if you like shiny stuff and doing shots. Find him on Twitter @willambelli or on the 4th season of RuPaul's Drag Race.

Matthew Bridges (Vinn/Pauly-D alternate) Matthew is frickin' thrilled to be joining the Jersey Shoresical team! He hails from the Bay Area and enjoys many hobbies, including (but not limited to) Facebook, YouTube, & Twitter. Matt is also anti-social. Check him out through any of his social media or at www.matthew-bridges.com

Jessica Buttafuoco (JWoww, Random Slut alternate) Jessica is thrilled to join the Jersey Shoresical cast! Because of her infamous parents, she's appeared on VH1, Discovery ID, E!, The Howard Stern Show, and two appearances on the Oprah Winfrey Show. Jessica was prom queen in High School, an all star lacrosse player in college, likes to sing like a diva in the car, enjoys bike rides along the beach, and has had a love of performing since her first dance class at age three. She truly found her passion in life when she co-created Encore Arts Center, which produces musicals for children in the Los Angeles area (encoreartscenter.com). Big thanks to my family, friends, and Beyonce for your undeniable support and inspiration!

Mike Ciriaco (Vinnie) has starred in such diverse projects as The Weathered Underground, Deicide: A Sorta' Musical, Second City's American Standard, and the American premiere of F**king Men. Mike also writes for numerous publications including LA Weekly, Frontiers Magazine, and Queerty.com. He has also contributed sketches for Special Ed, Fungasm, and Second City LA. He's currently collaborating on an original independent comic book with East Coast artist Andrew Tencza.

Karen Diconcetto (Snooki alternate) half of the top-charting British pop duo Daphne and Celeste. Acting credits include Bert V. Royal's Dog Sees God (NY Fringe and Off-Broadway) and The House is Burning (prod. Wim Wenders/Martin Scorsese, premiered Cannes '06.) In 2007, she co-wrote and co-starred with Rochelle Zimmerman in I Dig Doug at the NY Fringe Festival (Winner, Best Play). TV writing credits: Ruby and the Rockits (ABC Family) and The Troop (Nickelodeon).

Daniel Franzese (Ronnie, Co-Creator, Producer) Daniel is best known for his acting roles in Film: Damian in Mean Girls,Derek in Bully, Freddy in Kill Theory and Stanley in I Spit On Your Grave. TV: Party Down,The Comeback, Burn Notice, CSI. Favorite roles include NY: Van in DogSeesGod(Soho Playhouse),Mr Drippins in The Apple Sisters (Largo). Smokey in Damn Yankees Daniel's recent YouTube video Shit Italian Moms Say has received OVER 2 Million hits in 2 Months. Daniel is probably least known for his comedic storytelling at UCB, Second City, I.O. and KCRW's The Moth. Like him on Facebook HERE and follow him on Twitter,Tumblr,and Instagram @WhatsUpDanny. or WhatsUpDanny.com

Jordan Katcher (Pauly D) Jordan is so excited to be making his professional stage debut with Jersey Shoresical! As a New Jersey native, he has been preparing for this role for his entire life. Jordan sincerely thanks his friends and family for their limitless support. He especially wishes to thank his mother and father, because, without them, he wouldn't be where he is today...literally.

Matt McConkey (The Situation, Alternate) Matt is a graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. As a frequent performer at the Upright Citizens Brigade, Matt appeared in Worst Laid Plans (as well as the companion coffee-table book and comedy album). His credits also include a solo show, Matt Becomes A Man (directed by Drew Droege), and the live satire The A-List: A Dramatic Reading. Matt was named "Best Lead Actor, Comedy/Drama 2010" by StageSceneLA for his role in The Boys In The Band at The Coast Playhouse. He also appeared recently on ABC's Happy Endings. This performance is dedicated to his actual Jersey Shore brethren.

Meghan Parks (Random Slut) Meghan has a great resume but why bore you with it? If you want to see more of her come to Maude Night at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre LA, where you can see her sketch group "Up, Up, Up!" the fourth Wednesday of every month!
BYOB.

Veronica Mannion (Random Slut) Veronica Mannion hails from the Bay Area and has been in LA pursuing 24 hour donut shops as well as her film and television career for 2 years now. She considers herself a performer in every sense of the word; she sings, acts on stage and screen, improvs, does prat falls, moves you to laughter or tears. Veronica studies at The Groundlings and at Richard Seyd Acting Studio, as well as holds a BA in Theater Arts from San Francisco University. She has written and performed 2 one woman shows, and has several films, shorts and webisodes in the works! She is so thrilled to be part of this talented cast of Jerseylicious Juiceheads!!!!
Be a fan of hers on facebook and follow her journey and get updates: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Veronica-Mannion/252320143894 Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/veronicaman
And check out some sweet videos!: http://www.youtube.com/scronny25

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Production Team

Music,Book,Lyrics by Daniel Franzese & Hanna LoPatin

Daniel Franzese (BOOK, MUSIC & LYRICS)Daniel's writing credits include his recent YouTube video series Shit Italian Moms Say which has received OVER 2 Million hits in 2 Months. He is currently writing a new musical The Chilean Minor Musical: Only Minorly Offensive. Daniel his unique brand of storytelling can be seen on his YouTube Channel MyMyMyTube or Live via his comedic storytelling at UCB, Second City, I.O. and KCRW's The Moth. Like him on Facebook HERE and follow him on Twitter,Tumblr,and Instagram @WhatsUpDanny. or WhatsUpDanny.com

Hanna LoPatin ( BOOK, MUSIC & LYRICS) Hanna has written and performed in several musicals including The Rebecca Black Story and Glum: A Musical Parody of Glee at UCB, and her one-woman show, The Sound of One Hanna Clapping, which performed to sold-out houses at NYCFringe 2008.She is currently a writer on VH1's StevieTV Keep up with her at www.hannalo.com

Drew Droege (Director) wants to thank the "Jersey Shore" kids for teaching him the true meanings of grenades, gorillas, and Seabiscuits.

Samantha Scharff (Producer) has produced and developed several TV shows and pilots. She is best known for her work as a producer for Saturday Night Live's TV Funhouse. She is currently producing Tom Hanks's Electric City with 6 Point Harness Studios and Playtone.

Zack Bass (Assistant Director) recently arrived in LA after developing childrens' theater in South Korea. Prior to his exile, he worked as a stage manager for Sundance theater labs and Theater503 in London.

Danielle Aufiero & Amber Horn (Casting) Danielle Aufiero & Amber Horn have been casting maniacs separately for the past 7 years and joining forces just a year ago. Since forming their company they have cast over a dozen independent feature films (one that premiered in the Sundance Film Festival!!), a documentary series and an MTV scripted series. They actually hold the title of being the "real" Situation's very first audition. They fist pumped their way to the fringe festival to support this amazing production.

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