(MONTVILLE, NJ) -- Aspire Performing Arts Company is ready to kick off some HOT “summer nights” with its upcoming production of the beloved musical, Grease, set to go up July 28-30. One of the world's most popular musicals, Grease includes everyone you remember from Rydell High's senior class of 1959, including Danny, Sandy, Rizzo, Kenickie, and all of the "Burger Palace Boys" and their "Pink Ladies!" Relive the romance of those "Summer Nights" and dance your way through "Greased Lightnin'" and all of the songs that became the soundtrack of a generation.
Aspire PAC’s production of Grease is directed and choreographed by Aspire PAC Artistic Director, Lisa Beth Vettoso, and features musical direction by Charles Linnell. Additional choreography is provided by Jaimie Michelle Bass. Cheryl Wilbur serves as Production Manager and Shannah Harris is the Stage Manager.
A rockin’ ensemble is led by Jonathan Cocca as Danny and Courtney Bulger and Olivia Howell alternating as Sandy. They are backed up by the Burger Palace Boys and Pink Ladies, an ensemble cast that includes Melody Appel, Jolien Avena, Leighann Albanese, Gerald Cetrulo, Jillian Cetrulo, Jade He, Ginger May, Louis Messercola, Annie Pascale, Anthony Paterno, Christina Silvestri, and Jason Tobias.
Performances will take place on Friday, July 28 at 8:00pm, Saturday, July 29 at 3:00pm and 8:00pm, and Sunday, July 30 at 3:00pm at the Barn Theatre, located at 32 Skyline Drive in Montville, NJ.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.aspirepac.com or contact Aspire PAC at 201-220-4933 or [email protected].
Aspire Performing Arts Company was formed in January 2011 by Lisa Beth Vettoso and represents the culmination of her 20+ years of experience in the performing arts. Aspire PAC’s mission is to provide educational workshops and production opportunities for children and teens, offering a professional arts experience in a friendly atmosphere. Aspire PAC has earned a strong reputation in the Wayne, NJ area for its high-quality theatrical productions and professional arts experiences for local youth. In 2016, Aspire PAC was nominated for a New Jersey Association of Community Theaters (NJACT) Award for its 2015 production of The Drowsy Chaperone. For more information on Aspire Performing Arts Company, please visit www.aspirepac.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/aspirepac
All production rights are granted by Samuel French, Inc.
