Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School’s
Production of…
Book, Music and Lyrics by
Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey
SAMUEL FRENCH
March 9, 10, 11 & 12 - 2017
The Samuel’s Theatre at Cedar Crest College
Cast
Danny Zuko……………………………………………………………………….Darian Gaten
Sandy Dumbrowski………………………………..........................................Tatyana Estrella
Kenickie…………………………………………………………………………….Kevon Cody
Betty Rizzo…………………………………………………………………...Dayna Sepulveda
Sonny Latierri…………………………………………..........................................Daniel Matos
Marty……………………………………………………………………………….Lar-re Brown
Roger………………………………………………..........................................Anthony Polanco
Jan……………………………………………………………………………….Marissa Estrella
Doody……………………………………………………………………………….Brian Rivera
Frenchy……………………………………………………………………………….Kyla Reese
Patty Simcox………………………………………………………………….Mariela Medrano
Eugene Florczyk……………………………………………………………...Devin Lancheros
Miss Lynch………………………………………………..........................................Isabel Rosa
Vince Fontaine…………………………………………………………………….Fadi Mamari
Johnny Casino……………………………………………………………….Leonel Lancheros
Cha-Cha Digregorio…………………………………………………………….Chloe Campas
Teen Angel……………………………………………………………………...Angel Cardona
Ensemble………………………Elizabeth Rodriguez, Mahwish Ahmed, Jesalyn Cruz,
Beangi Hidalgo, Jeremiah Colbert, Angel Rosa.
Production Staff
Director……………………………………………………………………………….Adam Soto
Choreographer…………………………………………………………………….Victor Abreu
Music Director………………………………………………………………….Greg Guzevich
Set Design……………………………………………………………………………Adam Soto
Lighting……………………………………………..........................................LLACS Students
Props…………………………………………………………LLACS and Cedar Crest College
Stage Crew………………………………………………….Jonathan, Glory, Iris, Chantell,
Maria, Gabriella, Miss Hutterer, Lizeth.
Costumes………………………………………Victor Abreu, Ashley Soto, LLACS students
Sound……………………………………………………………Andy To and Giselle Tavarez
Photography & Video…………………………………………………...Lincoln Media Team
Student Choreographers (Shakin at the High School Hop)…………Lar-re Brown,
Kevon Cody, Marissa Estrella
Orchestra
Piano…………………………………………………………………………...Zicora Hamilton
Bass ………………………………………………………………………………Greg Guzevich
Guitar………………………………………………………Justin Espinosa and Michael Nole
Drums……………………………………………..........................................Timothy Guzevich
Musical Numbers
ACT ONE
Intro:
“Grease is the Word”……………………………………Elizabeth Rodriguez and company
Scene One: REUNION
“Alma Mater”………………………………………………………………….Entire Company
“Alma Mater Parody”……………………………...........................................Entire Company
Scene Two: CAFETERIA AND SCHOOL STEPS
“Summer Nights”…………………….Sandy and Danny, Pink Ladies, Burger Palace Boys
Scene Three: SCHOOL HALLWAY
“Those Magic Changes”…………………..........................................Doody, 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: CHEER PRACTICE
“Rydell Fight Song”…………………...............................................................Sandy and Patty
Scene Seven: PARK
“Mooning”……………………………………………..........................................Roger and Jan
“Look at me I’m Sandra Dee”……………………………….............................................Rizzo
“We go Together Reprise”…………………………….Pink Ladies and Burger Palace Boys
ACT TWO
Scene One: ONSTAGE
“Shakin at the High School Hop”……………………………………………Entire Company
“Raining on Prom Night”……………………………………………Sandy and Radio Voice
“Born to Hand-Jive”………………..........................................Johnny Casino and Company
“Hopelessly Devoted to You”…………………………………………………………...Sandy
Scene Two: Front of Burger Palace
“Beauty School Dropout”…………………...........................................Teen Angel and Choir
Scene Three: Drive-In-Movie
“Sandy”……………………………………………………………………………………Danny
Scene Four: Jan’s Party
“Rock and Roll Party Queen”…………………............................................Doody and Roger
“There Are Worst Things I Could Do”………………………..........................................Rizzo
“Look at me I’m Sandra Dee Reprise”………………......................................................Sandy
Scene Five: Inside Burger Palace
“You’re The One That I Want”…………………..........................................Danny and Sandy
“We go Together”…………………………………………………..................Entire Company
Cast Bios
Darian Gaten: Senior at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School. Darian played
Guitar for In the Heights and Fame and also was a part of the cast of Mirror the musical
and Grease. Darian is excited about playing Danny Zuko in Grease but also nervous. It
has been fun to work with a great cast and is proud to end his High school days paying
homage to Grease.
Tatyana Estrella: Freshmen at LLACS. This is her first show with Lincoln and it has
been a blast! She is playing the role of Sandy and this role has challenged her to step out
of her comfort zone. She loves performing and is glad she can take the stage with great
cast members. She knows her Director and Choreographer have worked very hard to
make this show the best and push us to new limits. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Kevon Cody: Junior at Lincoln, played Evan in Mirror the musical, played Tyrone in
Fame. Kevon is an avid dancer and has a goal to become a choreographer. Kevon has
many aspirations besides becoming a performer, one of which is serving his country by
joining the Air Force. He has worked very hard to perfect his craft and hopes you
appreciate his interpretation of the iconic role of Kenickie.
Dayna Sepulveda - Senior at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School. Dayna is
going to be attending the University of Pittsburgh next fall. She is currently playing the
role of Rizzo in this production of Grease. Dayna has been involved in Lincoln's
musicals since freshmen year. Dayna very excited for her last musical of her high school
career. She wants to go out with a bang and make this her best performance yet. Dayna
loves theatre and appreciates every moment of rehearsal because she is constantly
surrounded by amazing and talented individuals.
Daniel Matos – Senior at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School. Daniel has been
in four shows at Lincoln including; In the Heights, Fame, Mirror the musical and now
Grease. Daniel plays Sonny and at first found it hard but eventually he got it down. I
hope everyone enjoys the show because we worked hard to put it together.
Lar-re Brown: lar-Re is a Junior at Lincoln leadership Academy Charter School and
has been their since first grade. She participated in her first production during her
freshman year of high school. Lar-Re is excited to be playing the role of Marty in this
year's production of Grease. She studies dance with Xcape dance company and is
ready to apply her dance skills within this years play production. She travels to
various locations dance training and pushing to growing in her abilities. Theatre has
grown to become one of her passions and she is excited about her first speaking/
singing performance. She enjoys spending time practicing with her fellow cast
members and making special bonds with everyone. Lar-Re looks forward to giving
an awesome performance.
Anthony Polanco: Senior at Lincoln and is excited to be playing Roger in his first ever
performance. Anthony enjoys long walks on the beach!
Marissa Estrella - Senior at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School. Marissa is
going to the University of Valley Forge next fall and major in Social Work, but she isn't
ready to leave high school yet. Marissa is playing the role of Jan and it has been one of
her favorite experiences. She has been in three musicals at Lincoln and she knows
Grease will be the best one yet! Marissa loves her Director Adam, Choreographer Victor
and her amazing cast members who have brought Grease off the pages and into a
beautiful show.
Brian Rivera - Brian Rivera is a senior at Lincoln Leadership. This is his first musical
production, however, he is a devoted musician. He's been playing the guitar for 2 years.
He is very excited about finally being a part of a production and cannot wait to perform
for his first time.
Kyla Reese - Freshman at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School. She plays the
role of Frenchy in our production of Grease. She is glad to be around such and amazing
cast and is extremely excited for this production. She has a passion for theatre and
hopes to show it to others. She loves every single person in the cast and cannot wait to
show the audience how talented they are.
Mariela Medrano: Senior at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School, has been in
school musicals for four years, is excited too play Patty Simcox and also excited to play
her last role at Lincoln.
Devin Lancheros: Freshman at Lincoln, is excited to make his debut on stage playing
Eugene.
Isabel Rosa - I am a student at Lincoln leadership academy charter school and I will be
playing Ms.Lynch in Grease the musical. I am very excited because this will be the first
time I get to play a role with lines. This also poses as a personal challenge for me to
bring up my level of confidence in my skills. This is my second time being in a musical
and it's a joyful experience you can't buy. I am very excited to preform and I hope for
the best possible outcome!
Fadi Mamari
Leonel Lancheros: Senior at Lincoln, has performed in “In the Heights”, “Fame”, and
“Mirror the musical”. He is excited to be playing Johnny Casino. Plans to go to
Philadelphia College to major in Business and Graphic Design. “Leo” doesn’t listen to
all the noise from people with negativity he just dances to his own soundtrack.
Chloe Campas – Junior at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School. Dancer outside
of school for many years. Played a supporting role in two other shows written and
directed by Adam Soto. Her role in the show is Charlene “Cha- Cha” DiGreggorrio.
Angel Cardona - Angel Cardona- Junior at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter
School. Angel has always loved music since he was little and his passion is to sing and
dance. Angel starred in his first musical last year when he first came to Lincoln. It was
such a great experience that he decided to audition for this years musical Grease. He is
playing Teen Angel this year and he hopes that he will do a great job. He really is
enjoying this years musical and Angel hopes you enjoy it as well.
Elizabeth Rodriguez - Elizabeth "Loli" Rodriguez- Senior at Lincoln Leadership
Academy Charter School. This is Loli's first and last musical at Lincoln. Ever since she
was a child, Loli had lived for the arts. She sings, dances, acts, draws,and writes.
However, the arts are not her only passion. Loli also has heart for children and will be
attending college to become a pediatric doctor. In college, Loli will also minor in some
of the arts so she can grow into a greater artist than she is already. Loli is ecstatic to be
in her first musical. She knows that every moment of practice will be well worth the
feeling of an amazing performance. Loli is so thankful and proud to be apart of such a
brilliant and skillful cast. She will remember every moment of this theater experience
that has changed her forever
Mahwish Ahmed: is a freshmen at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School. She
is a part of the ensemble in "Grease". She is a cheerleader but she is new to
performing on a stage. Mahwish can't wait to see how 'Grease' turns out since this
would be her first musical and she's really excited.
Jesalyn Cruz - Freshman at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School. Jesalyn is
currently an ensemble member. Also a member on the Dance Team at Lincoln and a
company member at Xcape Dance Studio. She has a passion for dancing and loves to
show others. Jesalyn loves spending every moment with her amazing cast
members. This is Jesalyn's first musical production, and she cannot wait to do more!
Beangi Hidalgo: Junior at Lincoln, pianist for 11 years and is passionate about acting
dramatically. Beangi is focused on her schoolwork and always makes time to spend
with her family and friends which is most important to her. Beangi is glad to be part of
Grease and is glad to have such a supportive cast.
Jeremiah Colbert: Senior at Lincoln, has been in all four musicals in his high school
career, in his third year he got the lead role and loved every moment. “Jerry´plans on
going to Northampton Community College to major in Radio/TV. Jerry will miss his
cast members as this is his last show. I hope you enjoy our version of Grease.
Angel Rosa - Hello my name is Angel Rosa and I am student at lincoln leadership
academy charter school. Am am an ensemble member and this year is the very first year
I will be in a school musical. I am extremely nervous because I have never done
anything close the arts before in my life and I really hope I dont mess up. My real
passion in life is baseball and I dream to make it to the MLB. If you really want to see
what I got come to any of our games. That, I can excel in. Aside from baseball I am
hoping I will nail what my part in the musical.
ShoutOuts!
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A huge thank you to Mrs. Figueroa for your constant support of the arts. We
appreciate all you do for us and our amazing school, we Love you! – The Grease
Cast
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To the amazing cast of Grease, I thank you for taking this incredible ride with
me. You all have impacted my life in a great way – Mr. Soto
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Tatyana and Marissa, We are so proud of the young ladies you are and for not
letting fear stop you from doing what you love. Reach for the stars! We know
you'll both do amazing! - We love you, Mom & Dad
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To my seniors Daniel, Marissa, Darian, Dayna, Brian, Mariella, Fadi, Jeremiah,
Leo, Loli and Anthony: I will truly miss you and I hope you will always
remember the memories you have made in our Theatre Department. I am
confident that you will succeed at whatever you put your heart and mind to, I
believe in you. Love you guys – Mr. Soto
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Thanks Lane! You’re great! – Love the Grease Cast
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Victor Abreu would like to give a HUGE shout out to Abreu Custom Creations! A
company owned by his family which provides endless décor creativity to parties
and special events. Thank you to the company and especially his mother for
providing balloons displayed in the lobby and throughout the show!
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Victor Abreu would like to give a HUGE shout out to his wonderful theater
partner, Adam Soto! It has been thrilling to learn and grow throughout this
collaborative process for the past 2 years. I wouldn't be here, if it wasn't for you.
Thank you for being a positive inspiration to the world and your surroundings!
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Thank you Kevin and staff at Cedar Crest College for opening the doors for us
and always making us feel at home, you guys are the best! – Love the Grease Cast
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I have a shout out to the entire cast. I am so proud of their dedication and the
hard work that everyone has put into this production. Its so much fun doing
what you love!! Break a leg to all of you Lincoln Leaders!!!! – Miss Fletcher
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To Marissa, Dayna, Daniel, Brian, Darian, Loli, Fadi, Mariela, Leonel, Jeremiah,
Anthony, Timmy, Chloe and Zicora: I am beyond proud of you. Please keep
following your dreams and being the amazing,caring, intelligent young people,
who are going to change the world. "You are inimitable; you are an original."
(Yes, I took this from Hamilton). <3 Ms. Spott
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To Jesalyn, Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the
biggest step of your life. Tip toe if you must but take the step. We are so proud of
you and everything you do. Good beginning of your high school career!
Love, Mom, Dad, & Yaya
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To all Mrs. Garippa’s Students: Break a leg!!! A WOP BAMALU MOP A WOP
BAM BOOM xoxo – Mrs. Garippa!!!
Thank You to our Wonderful Sponsors!
Thank you all for coming to our show and
please continue to support the arts!