Marcelo Nylund was Greased Lightning

Grease closes its run this weekend at the Skokie Theatre. Unfortunately, I did not get back to seeing it again, but my schedule got busier.

It is the talk of the town though. It had a great run with packed houses. I wish it would get extended, but Skokie Theatre has several other productions on the schedule. 

Marcelo Nylund brilliantly played Kenickie. The crowd seemed to be anxiously awaiting Greased Lightning and when it came, it killed! Equally good at the acting parts, Nylund was likable, yet slick in his interactions with Rizzo. He balanced both sides erectly.

One thing I take from Grease is a real appreciation for the performers. They did not let the smallish stage stop them. Somehow they made it all seem bigger. It was a fantastic performance al around.

I'll be looking for all the performers in their productions at Skokie Theatre and elsewhere. I will also be attending some other fun shows at Skokie Theatre.

Jodie, Marcelo Nylund and me in Skokie, IL-June 2024.