David Ian bickers with David Gest as he aspires to be the next Simon Cowell in the mean-stakes. Choreographer Brian Friedman grins like a Cheshire Cat in a way that's almost eerie, whilst West End star Sinitta twiddles her hair round her fingers and tries to be nice to everyone.
Sure, we've seen it all before, but judging by the 988 repeats on ITV and ITV2 this week, Grease is the Word looks set to reel in a few more viewers than even the X Factor managed last year. Thanks to cool new West End productions like Billy Elliot and Wicked, Grease wants to stay 'the word' about town. Thus, this ain't no American Idol. It's bigger than that. The prize here is worth more than any record contract. It's a gateway straight to the heart of a thousand musical fans and a million Grease-lovers all dying to see their favourite show back on stage.
The smash-hit musical returns to the West End, opening at The Piccadilly Theatre on Wednesday 8 August, with previews from 25 July. Of course, lastminute.com is selling tickets already so make sure you snap one up before they all go. Won't be long before they're the hottest, most in-demand tickets in town, we assure you.
Since breaking out on Broadway in 1972, Grease’s place has been firmly established in the cultural Hall of Fame, having seduced the hearts of millions with its back-to-back sizzling tunes and high-school sweetheart memories. The show will feature all the unforgettable songs from the hit film including ‘You’re The One That I Want’, ‘Sandy’, ‘Grease Is The Word’, ‘Hopelessly Devoted’, ‘Summer Nights’ and many more to get those toes tapping, and the karaoke machines back out and in action.
Talking of the show's enduring appeal, the producer David Ian commented, "Grease is the people's musical and to be bringing it back into London's West End with two brand new stars discovered in this exciting new ITV series, is as exciting as it gets "
Voted the “No 1 Greatest Musical”*, Grease has proved that a musical love story, bursting with denim, cheerleaders, slick hairstyles and raging teenage hormones, is timeless and universal.
This production originally opened in the West End in 1993 (co-produced with Robert Stigwood) where it enjoyed a fantastic run of 6 years. The last international tour of Grease was a phenomenal success, playing to sell-out audiences and smashing records at many venues. Since 1993, it has been seen by over 8.5 million people and has grossed over £160 million in the UK alone.
Whoever wins these coveted roles will have their careers set for life. But who will you be voting for? Check out the latest on the official website
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