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Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey

March 20-22, 2025 at 7:00 pm

March 23, 2025, at 2:00 pm
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 A Note From the Director Autographs
Well, folks, it’s time to travel back to 1959 — where the hair
was high, the cars were cooler than a freezer, and high school
drama was a whole lot more… greasy. Grease isn’t just a
musical; it’s an all-out, toe-tapping, finger-snapping
celebration of the 50s, with enough sass, spunk, and slicked-
back hair to power a jukebox for decades.We will take you
back to Rydell High, where we're reminded of the universal
themes that make this story so enduring — the excitement
and challenges of adolescence, the power of friendship, and
the journey toward self-discovery.

In bringing Grease to life, we’ve embraced the exuberance

and energy of its characters, while also exploring the
complexities that lie beneath their high school personas. At
its heart, Grease is about finding who you are and navigating
the push and pull of expectations, peer pressure, and, of
course, love. It’s a show filled with vibrant characters, catchy
songs, and unforgettable moments, but it also asks us to
consider how we change and grow as individuals, both within
relationships and as part of a community.

As we bring Rydell High to life, get ready for a show packed

with catchy tunes, unforgettable characters, and, yes, some
wild dance moves. You'll meet Danny, Sandy, Rizzo, and the
gang — who may have their differences, but they all share one
thing in common: they want to look good and have fun while
doing it (preferably with a lot of leather jackets involved).
I can promise that this is the one musical where you can
leave your worries about perfect pitch at the door — we’re
here for fun, laughter, and plenty of 50s style. So sit back,
relax, and enjoy the ride. After all, life’s too short to not
shake, rattle, and roll!

-Becky Adams, Director

 JIM JACOBS (Book, Music and Lyrics). Jacobs, who created Grease (in
We are so proud of you Sam and all you have
1970) with Warren Casey, was born and raised on the mean streets of
accomplished! You are going to do great things! Chicago’s far northwest side. During the golden era of rock ‘n’ roll
Love, Mom and Julien (1956-1960) he was a guitar-playing “greaser” student at Taft High
School. In 1963, Jacobs met Warren Casey when they were both cast in
Break a leg, a local theatre production of A Shot in the Dark. Seven years later
love you! they wrote what was to become one of the greatest musicals of all
- Meemaw Pam time. Grease opened in 1971 in a former trolley barn called the
and Poppa Bill Kingston Mines Theatre in Chicago. A year later, Grease made it to
Broadway and “Greasemania” took off, resulting in one of the longest
running shows in Broadway history. The 1978 movie became and
remains the highest grossing movie musical of all time. Originally an
actor, Jacobs has been seen on television, in motion pictures, regional
theatre, national tours, and on Broadway. He is the co-author of
several other plays and musicals including Island of Lost Coeds, a
musical spoof of the low budget sci-fi/horror/jungle movies of the
1950s, which he wrote with Warren Casey. In May 2014, Mr. Jacobs
was presented with an honorary doctorate degree from Columbia
College in Chicago. He currently resides in Southern California and
remains active in the theatre, especially with the American Theatre
Company of Chicago.

WARREN CASEY (Author, Composer and Lyricist) was born in

Yonkers, New York, and attended Syracuse University. During the late
‘50s, he learned all about “greasers” while working as an art teacher
in upstate New York. He moved to Chicago in 1962, where he hoped to
pursue an acting career. He appeared in dozens of productions,
including creating the role of Bernie Litko in David Mamet’s Sexual
Perversity in Chicago. He supported himself with jobs in retail,
including working as an assistant manager of a chain of apparel
stores, and as a record salesman. In the meantime, he taught himself
how to play the guitar and began writing songs. Mr. Casey acted with
the Chicago Stage Guild (where he met Jim Jacobs), the Old Town
Players, and the Kingston Mines Theatre. The latter company staged
the original production of GREASE which he wrote with Jim Jacobs.
After the incredible success of both the musical and the movie, the
two collaborated on Island of Lost Coeds, a musical satire of the B-
movies of the 1950s. Mr. Casey died in 1988.
 PRODUCTION
We are so proud of you,
Director/ Vocal Director...............................…Becky Adams Ellen Crumbaugh!
Choreographer…......................................Patricia McDonald
Costume/ We LOVE watching you perform!
Hair & Make Up Director............................Michele Hughes Keep following your dreams!
Costume Designers.............................Cast, Michele Hughes Love,
Sound and Lighting Director...............................Sam Miller Your Biggest Fans!
Sound/Lighting Techs......................................Michael Eads, Dad, Gina, TA, Lauren, Nana & Coach
Crew..........................................Lexi Connor, Payton Spicer,
Bella Stanley
Front of House..................................................Alei Anderson
Marketing…................................................Ellen Crumbaugh,
Michele Hughes
Program Design….....................................Ellen Crumbaugh,
Michele Hughes
Pit Orchestra Director.............................Stephanie Wallace
Piano..................................................................Jessica Harper
Piano Two...........................................................Nate Gabbard
Guitar...............................................................Malone Farmer
Bass..............................................................................Eli Raine
Drum Set............................................................Jeremy Clatos
Saxophone....................................................Allyson Rawlings
Saxophone...........................................................Sruthi Paluri

DISCLAIMER: The faculty and staff of Western Hills High School do

not promote or condone underage drinking, smoking, drug use, etc.
Grease was approved by the FCS School Board to be performed by
the Western Hills High School Drama Department.
Bella, you're a shining star on and off the stage! Your kindness,
MUSICAL NUMBERS
determination, and bright smile inspire us all! Continue following
ACT ONE
your heart, chasing your dreams and most importantly staying true
to yourself! Keep being your amazing self and remember, we're all Scene One: REUNION
“Alma Matter”............................................... Miss Lynch, Patty, and Eugene
cheering for you! We love you lots and we are SO proud of you!
“’Alma Mater’ Parody”............................... Pink Ladies, Burger Palace Boys
Scene Two: CAFETERIA
Love, Mom, Dad and Britton
“Summer Nights”............................................................ Sandy and Danny,
Pink Ladies, Burger Palace Boys
Scene Three: LOCKER ROOM
“Those Magic Changes”.....................................Doody, Burger Palace Boys
and Pink Ladies
Scene Four: PAJAMA PARTY
“Freddy, My Love”.................................................................Marty and Pink
Ladies
Scene Five: STREET CORNER
“Greased Lightnin’”.................................Kenickie and Burger Palace Boys
Scene Six: SCHOOLYARD
“Rydell Fight Song”............................................................... Roger and Jan
Scene Seven: PARK
“Mooning”.............................................................................. Roger and Jan
“Look at Me, I’m Sandra Dee”..............................................................Rizzo
“We Go Together”............................. Pink Ladies and Burger Palace Boys

ACT TWO
You are a wonder Bullet!
Scene One: ONSTAGE
We are so proud of the young “Shakin’ at the High School Hop”.................................... Entire Company
man you are. “It’s Raining on Prom Night”............................................................. Sandy
“’Shakin’ at the High School Hop’ Reprise”........................ Entire Company
We love you to “Born to Hand-Jive”.................................... Johnny Casino and Company
the moon and Scene Two: FRONT OF BURGER PALACE
“Beauty School Dropout”......................... Teen Angel, Frenchy, and Choir
back! Scene Three: DRIVE-IN MOVIE
“Alone at a Drive-In Movie”..................... Danny and Burger Palace Boys
Scene Four: JAN’S PARTY
Dad and Nana “Rock ‘N’ Roll Party Queen”............................................ Doody and Roger
“There Are Worse Things I Could Do”............................................... Rizzo
and the whole “’Look at Me, I’m Sandra Dee’ Reprise”................................................ Sandy
Johnson\ Scene Five: INSIDE BURGER PALACE
“All Chocked Up”....................................... Sandy and Danny, Pink Ladies,
Stanley gang! Burger Palace Boys
“’We Go Together’ Reprise”.............................................. Entire Company
 CAST Brayden,
(In Order of Appearance:) We are so proud to watch your growth as a performer and
as a person. You are amazing in everything you do!
Miss Lynch...........................................................Kelly Neal
Break a leg!
Patty Simcox.................................................Bella Franklin
Love, Mom, Bunny, Nonnie, Poppy, Sissy, and Emma
Eugene Florczyk........................................David Bormann
Jan.........................................................................Abi Emery
Marty................................................................Kelsey Smith
Betty Rizzo......................................................Halle Hunter
Doody........................................................Ethan Villagaray
Roger..............................................................Isaiah Castillo
Kinicki.................................................................Alex Smith
Sonny Latierri.....................................Manzeke Villagaray
Frenchy...............................................................Jazz Chism
Sandy Dumbrowski...............................Ellen Crumbaugh
Danny Zuko.............................................Brayden Widener
Vince Fontaine...................................................Sam Miller
Johnny Casino............................................Malaki Johnson
Cha-Cha Digregorio...............................Brayden Masters
Teen Angel..................................................Carson Wallace
Radio Voice.............................................Da’Ana Dickinson
Ensemble...................................................Franklin Brown,
Da’Ana Dickinson, Sophia Mathis,
Marionna McCray, Jay Neal,
Elliyah Rainer, Jada Rainer,
Breckon Reichert, Bella Sparrow,
Khaliah Watts
 Break all the legs!!!
We love you so
much!!!!

Brayden Widener Ellen Crumbaugh Halle Hunter

(Danny Zuko) (Sandy Dumbrowski) (Rizzo)

Malaki, we are so proud of

Jazz Chism Kelsey Smith Abi Emery
the young man you have
(Frenchy) (Marty) (Jan)
become. You are truly
reaching for the stars. You
amaze us every time you
turn around. We are truly
blessed to have you in our
lives. We look forward to
what this world has in
store for you. You are
going to far.
Love always, Ethan Villagaray Alex Smith Manzeke Villagaray
Mom, Marilyn, Aiden, (Doody) (Kenickie) (Sonny)
Papaw Mac and Sandra
 Ellen,
From your debut as a tapping rat on this WHHS stage to your
final performance, I hope you know just how brightly you have
shined. Watching you grow into such a beautifully talented
artist has been an absolute joy, and I have cherished every
moment.

Look back on this time with love, cherish the roles you played,
Isaiah Castillo Sam Miller David Bowmann the friends you made, and the wonderful mentors who have
(Roger) (Vince Fontaine) (Eugene) guided you along the way. (Thanks to all of you)
Go have the time of your life!! You are so very loved.
I Love you, MOM

Malaki Johnson Kelly Neal Bella Franklin

(Johnny Casino) (Miss Lynch) (Patty Simcox)

Carson Wallace Brayden Masters Da’Ana Dickinson

(Teen Angel) (Cha Cha) (Radio Voice)
 Elliyah Rainer Bella Sparrow Marionna McCray
(Ensemble) (Ensemble) (Ensemble)

Jay Neal Jada Rainer Franklin Brown

Jaz,
(Ensemble) (Ensemble) (Ensemble)
We are very proud of you and
your hard work. From Peter
Pan Jr, to Legally Blonde, The
Little Mermaid, The Addam's
Family and now on to
Grease, we have enjoyed
watching you shine on stage.
Congratulations to you and
the entire cast. Break a leg!
Sophia Mathis Brecken Reichart Khaliah Watts
Love always,
(Ensemble) (Ensemble) (Ensemble)
Mom, Dad, Isaac and Liam
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Lexi Connor Payton Spicer Bella Stanley

(Crew) (Crew) (Crew)

Best of luck, Kelsey.

Michael Eades Brayden Galyon Alei Anderson
(Tech) (Tech) (Front of House)
Can not wait to see your school's
production of "Grease"!

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Kelly Neal is thrilled to be playing the Ellen Crumbaugh is so excited to play
role of Mrs. Lynch in Grease! With the role of Sandy in Grease! This is her
love for both teaching and the arts, 5th and final production here at
Kelly has had an incredible time Western Hills High School. You may
stepping into the shoes of an actor and have seen her before as Ariel in The
collaborating with such a talented Little Mermaid, Serena in Legally
group of students. The experience of Blonde and Wednesday in the Addams
working alongside the cast has been Family. Ellen is excited to take her
both fun and rewarding, and she final bow on the WHHS stage alongside
would like to extend a heartfelt thank all of her friends and cast members.
you to the entire cast and crew for She can't think of a better show to end
their unwavering support and with at Hills and she hopes you enjoy it
dedication, making this production just as much as she has enjoyed her
truly unforgettable! four years in WHHS Theatre.

Kelsey Smith is ecstatic to play the Brayden Widener is thrilled to be a

role of Marty in Grease! This is her 5th part of this production! A passionate
and final show with the Western Hills performer, he has been involved in
Drama Club! You may have seen her as musicals and loves bringing stories to
Margot in Legally Blonde, Aquata in life on stage. Whether singing, acting,
The Little Mermaid, Alice in The or dancing, he strives to create
Addams Family, and Catherine Parr in memorable performances. When not
Six the Musical. This is a bittersweet in rehearsals, he likes to play music
show for Kelsey as she is excited to and go to the gym. He thanks his cast,
take her final bow but sad to leave her crew, and supporters for making this
friends and drama family. She hopes journey so special!
the audience enjoys this show as she
feels it is the perfect way to end her Sam Miller is so excited to be joining
High School Drama career. the stage for his first Western Hills
Musical. Sam has been working the
Jazz Chism is thrilled to be playing the Tech for our musicals such as Six or
role of Frenchy in this production of The Addams Family for the last four
Grease! With a passion for both acting years. Now that Sam is a senior he is
and singing, she is excited to share her stepping down from doing Tech for
love of musical theater with the this musical to train and prepare a
audience. She couldn't think of a better new group for next year. He is excited
show and cast for her final musical to finally get a break from doing all the
here at WHHS! hard stuff such as microphones and
lights and can’t wait for you to enjoy
this musical as much as he will.
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Alex Smith is thrilled to be stepping Brayden Masters is so excited to show
into his first ever role as a character in her new dance moves playing as Cha-
a musical, playing a part in Six! Last Cha in Western Hills Grease! They
year, Alex began his journey in theater have been dancing on stage for around
as a background dancer, and he’s so ten years, but are happy to say they
excited to bring his energy and are spending their first musical with Wishing the
passion to this new challenge. Being the cast of Grease 2025! They hope you
part of Six has been an incredible
experience, and Alex is grateful for the
enjoy this fun show!
Cast of Grease
chance to grow as a performer
alongside such an amazing cast. He
hopes you enjoy the show as much as Carson Wallace is excited to make his
the best of luck!
he’s loved being part of it! first stage appearance in seven years
as the suave Teen Angel in Grease!
This is his first production with WHHS
on stage, but Carson held a supporting
Manzeke Villagaray will be playing the role the past two years performing
role of Sonny LaTierri in Grease. This with the pit orchestra for the Little
is his very first and last production Mermaid and the Addams Family.
here at Western Hills High School. He Before that Carson has held the roles
has however been a committed of Peter Pan, baby bear in Shrek, Tiny
member of the school's band program, Tim in a Christmas Carol and young
and has been with band all 4 years, Will in Big Fish.
where he has hit the stage before
during concert season. Manzeke can't
wait to perform his first show with his
friends, and is excited to show his Malaki Johnson has the opportunity to
acting as Sonny LaTierri. play Johnny Casino in the 2025
musical, Grease! Despite having mixed
feelings about the musical itself, he's
super excited to get the chance to
Abi Emery is thrilled to play the role of
perform with his senior friends one
Jan in Grease! Abi is a sophomore and
last time. You may recognize him from
this is her 4th production here at
The Little Mermaid or for his iconic
Western Hills! You may recognize her
role as Gomez Florencia Addams in
as Anne Boleyn from Six this past Fall
2024's The Addams Family! He looks
as well as other roles in previous
forward to bringing you another iconic
shows. Although it is bittersweet I am
performance this year as Johnny
so excited to share my last moments
Casino! Get ready to sing dance and do Thank you for being a
on stage with my favorite seniors and
hope you enjoy the show!
the hand jive! It's gonna be a super fun
show!
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This is Breckon Reichert’s first ever Sophia Mathis is so excited to be
show on stage, other than a minor apart of this amazing show she
stint he has always been either finds it different due to the type
backstage or operating microphones of language within the show but
and spotlights. Breckon has always she’s found new friends and loves
dreamed of performing on a stage the community of amazing
and now he finally will. He hopes people who are working so hard
everyone watching has a wonderful to put this show together
experience at WHHS and loves this
production of Grease!
Bella Franklin is thrilled to be
playing the role of Patty Simcox
Jada Rainer: This is my first year in this production of Grease!
at Western hills high school and I With a passion for performing,
am so excited to do my second Bella has been involved in several
musical for this school. I enjoy theater productions, including
making new friends and singing her recent role as Marlin in
songs I've seen on the big screen Finding Nemo Jr. She is excited to
I hope you enjoy Grease. bring her energy and enthusiasm
to the stage as the spirited and
charming Patty Simcox. She
Jay Neal is excited for his first would like to thank her family
WHHS drama performance. His and friends for their constant
stage career began as a baby support and encouragement.
angel in The Best Christmas
Pageant Ever when he was just
three years old. More recently Ellijah Rainer: I'm so happy to be
you may have seen him on the apart of this musical. This is my
stage as the munchkin coroner in 7th musical since elementary
The Wizard of Oz or playing the school! I’ve been in Aristocrat's,
saxophone in the WHHS jazz Into the Woods, Elf, Wizard of Oz,
band. He would like to thank the Finding Nemo, and Six playing
entire cast for welcoming him Anne of Cleves! Being apart of
and helping him grow as a this show is so much fun being
performer. alongside the seniors who are so
sweet and have made me feel
Thank you for being a welcome! I hope you enjoy the
show as much as I enjoyed being
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and
Greg A. Hunter concentrates his practice in the areas of
corporate law, business planning and transactions, estate
planning and administration, and federal and state taxation.
Greg received his Bachelor of Science from Eastern Kentucky
University in 1997, his Masters of Taxation, with Honors, from the
University of Akron College of Business Administration in 2000
and his Juris Doctor, with Honors, from the University of Akron
School of Law in 2000. In addition, Greg received a Master of
Laws in Taxation (LL.M), with Highest Distinction, from the
Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, D.C. in 2001.
Greg is a member of the American, Kentucky and the Fayette
County Bar Associations.
Ellen,
We have enjoyed every minute of watching you
perform over the years. You are incredibly
Thank you for being a
talented. We are looking forward to having a
season-long sponsor! front row seat for all the exciting things to come!!
We Love You,
Sissy and Mike