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Grease Revival 2007

Run Time:
2 hours and 15 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: August 19, 2007
Closing: January 04, 2009

Grease - 2007 Broadway History , Info & More

GREASE is the word on Broadway!

America's favorite musical returns to Broadway in a brand new production directed and choreographed by two-time Tony Award winner Kathleen Marshall (The Pajama Game). After spending a hopelessly devoted summer with Sandy Dumbrowski, the new girl in town, Danny Zuko's world is thrown upside down when Sandy appears at Rydell High on the first day of school. What follows is a rock n' roll celebration of growin' up, cruisin' with friends and goin' steady.

The new production features songs from the smash hit 1978 motion picture for the first time ever on Broadway including "Sandy," the Academy Award nominated song "Hopelessly Devoted to You," "Grease" and "You're the One That I Want" both of which were #1 hits on the Billboard Top 100 list. These songs are heard in addition to the Jacobs/Casey songs made famous by the original stage production including "Summer Nights," "Greased Lightnin'" and "We Go Together."


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No More GREASE Lightning -- GREASE Closes January 4, 2009
by Robert Diamond - January 4, 2009


The 2008 Tony Award nominated production of GREASE will play its final performance on Broadway at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre (256 W 47th Street) on Sunday, January 4, 2009. Upon closing, GREASE will have played 554 performances and 31 previews. The first national tour, starring 'American Idol' winner Taylor Hicks, launched Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at the Providence Performing Arts Center in Providence, RI.

GREASE to Close on Broadway January 4, 2009
by Robert Diamond - December 3, 2008


The 2008 Tony Award nominated production of GREASE will play its final performance on Broadway at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre (256 W 47th Street) on Sunday, January 4, 2009. Upon closing, GREASE will have played 554 performances and 31 previews. The first national tour, starring 'American Idol' winner Taylor Hicks, launched Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at the Providence Performing Arts Center in Providence, RI.

Photo Coverage: Olivia Newton-John Visits 'Grease' to Promote Breast Cancer Awareness
by Walter McBride - October 8, 2008


After the curtain call for the Tuesday, October 7th Broadway performance of Grease at Brooks Atkinson Theater, Olivia Newton-John returned to Rydell High and joined the cast to promote Breast Cancer Awareness.

Photo Flash: New Production Shots of Ace Young and Company in 'Grease'
by Faetra Petillo - September 30, 2008


The current cast of GREASE stars American Idol's Ace Young, NBC's 'Grease: You're the One That I Want' finalists Derek Keeling as 'Danny' and Ashley Spencer as 'Sandy' along with Ryan Patrick Binder as 'Doody,' Susan Blommaert as 'Miss Lynch,' Will Blum as 'Roger,' Jeb Brown as 'Vince,' Janine DiVita as 'Rizzo,' Allison Fischer as 'Patty,' Robyn Hurder as 'Marty,' Lindsay Mendez as 'Jan,' Jose Restrepo as 'Sonny,' Jamison Scott as 'Eugene' and Kirsten Wyatt as 'Frenchy.' The ensemble of GREASE features Ashley Arcement, Brian Crum, Natalie Hill ('Cha-Cha'), Keven Quillon, Josh Rouah, Allie Schulz, Brian Sears, Christina Sivrich, Amber Stone, Anna Aimee White.

TV: Ace Young Makes His Broadway Debut in GREASE!
by Eddie Varley - September 19, 2008


On September 11th, 2008 the smash hit Broadway production of Grease welcomed 'American Idol' Season Five finalist, Ace Young, in his Broadway as he joined the company in the role of 'Kenickie' at the Brooks AtkinsonTheatre. BroadwayWorld TV chatted with the engaging young talent about the thrill of making his big debut on the Broadway stage!

Photo Coverage: Ace Young Celebrates 'Grease' Debut; Donates T-Bird Jacket to Planet Hollywood
by Walter McBride - September 14, 2008


On September 11th, 2008 the smash hit Broadway production of Grease welcomed 'American Idol' Season Five finalist, Ace Young, in his Broadway debut as 'Kenickie' at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre. To celebrate, the cast and crew went to Planet Hollywood in Times Square where he presented the famous restaurant with his T-Bird leather jacket for their Broadway Memorabilia Museum.

Photo Coverage: Ace Young Makes Broadway Debut in GREASE
by Walter McBride - September 12, 2008


On September 11th, 2008 the smash hit Broadway production of Grease welcomed 'American Idol' Season Five finalist, Ace Young, in his Broadway as he joined the company in the role of 'Kenickie' at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre.

Photo Coverage: Taylor Hicks Final Curtain Call for 'Grease'
by Eddie Varley - September 12, 2008


'American Idol' Season Five winner, Taylor Hicks, made his Broadway debut when he joined the cast of GREASE in the role of 'Teen Angel' on Friday, June 6, 2008 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre. On Sunday, September 7th, 2008 Hicks took his final bow after a successful three month run met with rave reviews.

'Idol's' Ace Young Makes Bdwy Debut in 'Grease' Tonight, 9/11
by Faetra Petillo - September 11, 2008


The producers of the smash hit Broadway production of GREASE are proud to announce that 'American Idol' Season Five finalist, Ace Young, will make his Broadway debut when he joins the company in the role of 'Kenickie'.

American Idol's Ace Young To Join Cast of 'Grease'
by Faetra Petillo - August 26, 2008


The producers of the smash hit Broadway production of GREASE are proud to announce that 'American Idol' Season Five finalist, Ace Young, will make his Broadway debut when he joins the company in the role of 'Kenickie' on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre. Ace Young achieved widespread fame in 2006 as a finalist on the hugely successful FOX singing competition 'American Idol.' With weekly exposure to the 40 million plus viewers of America's most widely watched television program, Ace quickly became one of the most recognizable male faces ever to appear on 'Idol.'

TV: Onstage and Off with Grease Star Derek Keeling
by Eddie Varley - July 26, 2008


Rydell High got a new class couple, Tuesday, July 22, 2008 when Derek Keeling and Ashley Spencer joined the cast in the lead roles of Danny and Sandy. Derek and Ashley were both popular finalists on the NBC talent competition series Grease: You're the One That I Want. BroadwayWorld TV spent some time with Derek as he got ready for his big Broadway debut!

Photo Coverage: Keeling and Spencer Join Grease
by Peter James Zielinski - July 24, 2008


Rydell High got a new class couple tonight, Tuesday, July 22, 2008 when Derek Keeling and Ashley Spencer joined the cast in the lead roles of Danny and Sandy.

Photo Flash: Derek Keeling and Ashley Spencer Join 'Grease'
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2008


Rydell High will got a new class couple tonight, Tuesday, July 22, 2008 when Derek Keeling and Ashley Spencer joined the cast in the lead roles of Danny and Sandy.

Photo Coverage: Max Crumm and Laura Osnes Have Last 'Grease' Performance
by Peter James Zielinski - July 21, 2008


Max Crumm and Laura Osnes played their last performance as Danny and Sandy in Grease on Sunday, July 20th 2008. The gang at Rydell High will get a new 'class couple' on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 when Derek Keeling and Ashley Spencer join the cast in the lead roles of 'Danny' and 'Sandy.'

Derek Keeling and Ashley Spencer to Join 'Grease'
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2008


The producers of the Tony Award nominated Broadway revival of GREASE announced today that the gang at Rydell High will get a new 'class couple' on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 when Derek Keeling and Ashley Spencer join the cast in the lead roles of 'Danny' and 'Sandy.'

Grease Welcomes Keeling and Spencer as 'Danny' and 'Sandy' on July 22nd
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2008


The producers of the Tony Award nominated Broadway revival of GREASE announced today that the gang at Rydell High will get a new 'class couple' on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 when Derek Keeling and Ashley Spencer join the cast in the lead roles of 'Danny' and 'Sandy.' Max Crumm and Laura Osnes will play their final performances as the high school sweethearts on Sunday, July 20, 2008.

Photo Flash: Grease Performs at Broadway Night at Shea Stadium
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2008


Cast members from the Tony nominated Broadway production of GREASE performed on home plate at 'Broadway Night at Shea Stadium'

'Grease' Performs at 'Broadway Night at Shea Stadium' 6/23
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2008


Cast members from the Tony nominated Broadway production of GREASE will perform on home plate at 'Broadway Night at Shea Stadium' when the Mets take on the Seattle Mariners on Monday, June 23, 2008. Max Crumm, along with the T-Birds and Pink Ladies will perform Greased Lightnin and We Go Together.

'Grease' Performs at 'Broadway Night at Shea Stadium' 6/23
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2008


Cast members from the Tony nominated Broadway production of GREASE will perform on home plate at 'Broadway Night at Shea Stadium' when the Mets take on the Seattle Mariners on Monday, June 23, 2008. Max Crumm, along with the T-Birds and Pink Ladies will perform Greased Lightnin and We Go Together.

TV Exclusive: Idol's Taylor Hicks' Broadway Debut In GREASE
by Eddie Varley - June 11, 2008


'American Idol' Season Five winner, Taylor Hicks, made his Broadway debut when he joined the cast of GREASE in the role of 'Teen Angel' on Friday, June 6, 2008 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre. BroadwayWorld.com was there to catch all the 'Hand Jivin' action!

Photo Coverage: Taylor Hicks Joins 'Grease' as 'Teen Angel'
by BWW - June 9, 2008


'American Idol' Season Five winner, Taylor Hicks, made his Broadway debut when he joined the cast of GREASE in the role of 'Teen Angel' on Friday, June 6, 2008 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre.

Cody Green of 'Grease' Wins 'Step It Up & Dance'
by BWW News Desk - June 6, 2008


GREASE's dance sensation Cody Green was announced the winner in last night's finale episode of BRAVO's 'Step It Up & Dance.'

Taylor Hicks To Join 'Grease' as 'Teen Angel' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 6, 2008


The producers of the Tony Award nominated new Broadway production of GREASE are proud to announce that 'American Idol' Season Five winner, Taylor Hicks, will make his Broadway debut when he joins the cast in the role of 'Teen Angel' on Friday, June 6, 2008 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre.http://www.broadwayworld.com/contests.cfm http://www.broadwayworld.com/contests.cfm

Grease History

Other Productions of Grease

1972   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1973   West End London Production
West End
1976   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1979   West End London Revival
West End
1993   West End London Revival
West End
1994   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2003   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2007   Lincolnshire, IL (Regional) Marriott Lincolnshire Revival
Lincolnshire, IL (Regional)
2007   West End London Revival
West End
2007   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2010   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2014   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Playhouse Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2014   St. Louis, MO (Regional) Muny Production
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2016   Motion Picture FOX Live Televised Production
Motion Picture
2017   Canada Toronto Production
Canada
2021   UK Tour
UK Tour

Grease - 2007 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2008 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Paul Nicholas
2008 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical David Ian
2008 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Nederlander Presentations Inc.
2008 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Terry Allen Kramer
2008 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Robert Stigwood

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