Metropolis Performing Arts Centre is proud to present the first production of its 26th season, Grease, located in the heart of downtown Arlington Heights, 111 W Campbell St., September 17 - October 19. Grease, with music, lyrics and book by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey, is directed by Dina DiCostanzo, choreographed by Matthew Weidenbener and music directed by Kevin Reeks. Step back to the fabulous '50s and get ready to hand jive in Metropolis’ first-ever Main Stage production of Grease! Join bad boy Danny Zuko, new girl Sandy Dombrowski, and the bubblegum-popping hip-shaking Pink Ladies as they navigate their teen years, frolic with friends, and fall in love amidst the backdrop of Rydell High. Grease features unforgettable hits from both the blockbuster movie and the Broadway musical, including “You’re The One That I Want,” “We Go Together,” and “Hopelessly Devoted To You.”
The performance schedule is Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Additional performances are Thursday, Sept. 25 at 2 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m, Thursday, Oct. 9 at 7:30 p.m. and Thursday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. Tickets are now on sale from $25 to $49 at MetropolisArts.com or by calling the box office at 847.577.2121.
| Year | Category | |
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| 1972 | Best Musical | |
| 1994 | Best Revival of a Musical | |
| 2008 | Best Revival of a Musical |
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre is at 111 W Campbell Street, Chicago , IL.
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