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Grease: You're the One That I Want!
Grease: You're the One That I Want! was an NBC reality television series designed to cast the lead roles of Sandy Dumbrowski and Danny Zuko in a $10 million Broadway revival of the musical Grease to be directed and choreographed by two-time Tony Award-winner Kathleen Marshall. The Broadway production began previews at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre on July 24, 2007, and officially opened on August 19. The TV show, from the producers of Dancing With the Stars, was patterned after an original format created by Andrew Lloyd Webber for the BBC series How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?, which selected the lead in the successful 2005 West End revival of The Sound of Music. The show's title was taken from the song "You're the One That I Want" from the 1978 screen adaptation of Grease. Although the song was not part of the original Broadway production, the revival will add the songs written for the film to those written for the original Broadway production. The program generated so much interest in the upcoming Broadway revival that, as The New York Post reported on April 4, 2007, ticket sales had topped $9 million, although the TV show was a "ratings loser".
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Plot Summary
This reality competition series sought to find the leads for a West End revival of the musical 'Grease'. Aspiring performers showcased their singing and acting talents, competing in various challenges related to the iconic musical. A panel of judges, including original 'Grease' stars Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta, evaluated their performances, ultimately selecting one Danny and one Sandy.
Critical Reception
As a reality competition show focused on finding talent for a stage revival, 'Grease: You're the One That I Want!' received mixed to positive reviews, primarily for its entertainment value and the potential of the unearthed talent. Critics often noted the familiar format of talent shows but appreciated the specific focus on a beloved musical and the involvement of its original stars.
What Reviewers Say
Entertaining format for fans of 'Grease'.
The judging panel, featuring original stars, added star power.
The competitive nature provided engaging drama.
Google audience: Audience feedback for this show is scarce, but it was generally viewed as a fun and engaging competition for fans of the musical 'Grease'. Viewers enjoyed seeing new talent emerge and the involvement of the original cast as judges.
Fun Fact
The show's ultimate winners, Danny Bayne and Alisa Jones, went on to star in the West End production of 'Grease', which was the prize for winning the competition.
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