Get ready for a trip back to Rydell High circa 1959 as Quaker Valley Middle School presents GREASE: School Edition for two weekends—November 7, 8, 9, 14, and 15!
This family-friendly production takes you back to the halls of Rydell, where the Pink Ladies and Burger Palace Boys rule the scene and rock ’n’ roll is here to stay. Follow Sandy and Danny’s summer romance as it faces the ups and downs of high school life, with plenty of laughter, friendship, and unforgettable tunes along the way. Packed with high-energy dances and classic songs, this musical will have you hand-jiving in your seat!
Tickets go on sale at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, October 6, at https://tinyurl.com/qvgreasetix.
To get into the ’50s spirit before the show, join us for Hot Dogs, Hula Hoops, Burgers, and Buddies—a Grease-inspired carnival benefiting Best Buddies—on Friday, October 10, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. in the middle school courtyard by the football field. More information on the carnival can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/greasecarnival
Musical Poster Story
Our show poster for Grease: School Edition may look a little different from the usual musical flyer — and that’s on purpose! We wanted to pay tribute to a famous piece of pop-culture art: the original movie poster for American Graffiti (1973), illustrated by legendary caricature artist Mort Drucker.
If you grew up with MAD Magazine, you’ve probably seen Drucker’s work. He was one of “The Usual Gang of Idiots,” the group of writers and artists who made MAD a cultural phenomenon. Drucker specialized in caricature, and for over 50 years he parodied movies, TV shows, and celebrities with an instantly recognizable style — exaggerating features just enough to make them funny but always affectionate.
When George Lucas (before Star Wars) released American Graffiti, he specifically wanted Drucker to design the poster. The result was a vibrant collage of characters, cars, and music — capturing the joyful chaos of teenage life in the early 1960s. It wasn’t just advertising; it was a piece of art that looked like the movie felt.
That same spirit is what we wanted for Grease. Instead of a posed photo or stock logo, we invited Pittsburgh caricature artist legend Sam Thong to draw our cast in a Drucker-inspired style. Like the American Graffiti poster, it’s more than just faces on a page — it’s a celebration of personality, music, and youth. At the upcoming event Hot Dogs, Hula Hoops, Burgers, and Buddies, Mr. Thong will be doing live caricatures in person. Caricatures are free for everyone — though if you’d like, donations will gladly be accepted to benefit Quaker Valley Best Buddies.