The funniest thing about Coach Calhoun is his youthful personality and upbeat optimism despite being firmly middle-aged, which is why anotherParks & Rec star, Rob Lowe, would play the part perfectly. Of course, Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta were both incredible dancers when they took on the roles of Danny and Sandy, but Travolta was not a trained singer. Small, boyish, open, with a disarming smile and a hero-worshipping attitude toward the other guys. He is a clumsy dancer and so the pair are disqualified from the dance contest pretty quickly. Batalon could also provide a refreshing re-imagining of Sonny's brand of humor to make him less of a womanizer. An editor Sketch-comic and actor Sid Caesar starred as Coach Calhoun, the man infamously pie'd in the face at the end of Grease who also coached Danny to letter-sweater glory. : Hey Putzie 15 minutes! : He decides to change his image from greaser to prepster, and presents a far more clean cut appearance to her, hoping that this will make her view him as the kind of boy she wants to date. I don't take no crap from nobody. The class valedictorian. : ; Bad Butt: They smoke and drink, but in general act more . When Danny Zuko reunites with his Australian love interest, they both posture while . Yeah, what are you suppose to do with them the rest of the 23 hours and 45 minutes of the day? Character Profile: A member of the T-Birds. She deliberately engineers a surprise reunion for Sandy and Danny knowing that it is likely to be a complete disaster. Sign up today to unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. Along with her appearance in Grease as the flirtatious Cha Cha, Annette Charles was involved in several other projects in the 1970s and '80s. I mean, yes, ma'am. Frenchy [With a serious but confused face] 0000003655 00000 n Donnellys Resume: Linda in The Six Million Dollar Man (1974),Teacher in Cant Hardly Wait (1998),Pastor in Cyrus (2010),Mrs. Cody in Black Mass (2015), Margot in Souvenirs (2020), Read More at VV Know the Cast & Characters: Bardo: False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths. After the movie musical, Pearl dabbled in television performances in series such as Benson, Alfred Hitchcock Presents, Murder She Wrote and Beverly Hills, 90210. : Beginning her career in the 1930s, Arden starred in the 1937 drama Stage Door and won an Academy Award for her role in the 1945 film Mildred Pierce. Aside from Danny, Kenickie is The T-Birds' biggest personality, and he boasts even more confidence most of the time. Sonny might be the most distinctive T-Bird, and while they are all funny, he feels like the true comic relief throughoutGrease. 0000002869 00000 n 0000006291 00000 n )%yA 7dL1tYUU\\+=&:KdHR\ wn@{E4zWV^}Xq7dE=Sl 58fQ~5-K;]X You know, if we fix up this car, it could be make-out city, you know that. Doody was a character played by Barry Pearl in the 1978 film 'Grease' directed by Randal Kleiser. Q.V. In some fanfictions, his full name is given as Anthony Del Fuego. Manoffs Resume: Elaine Lefkowitz Dallas in Soap (1978),Karen in Ordinary People (1980),Carol Weston in Empty Nest (1988-95),Maggie Peterson in Childs Play (1988), Evelyn Rayburn in State of Grace (2001-02), Read More at VV Know the Cast & Characters: The Recruit. New York, NY, Linda Ray Her character Anne Wheeler fromThe Greatest Showman is similarly closed-off yet open to romance and also highlights that Zendaya could pull ofGrease's dancing and singing demands with flair. : We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make yourown. Charles had roles in series including The Incredible Hulk in 1980 and Magnum, P.I. The problem's in your mouth. : He is easy going and a goofball, who tries hard to be as cool as Kenickie and Danny but never quite manages it. She dates Putzie and wears pigtails. After Grease, Ward went on to make appearances in television shows such as M*A*S*H and Magnum, P.I. He is often the butt of the jokes within the T-Birds but he is good natured and actually seems glad that he has a role within the gang, albeit that of fall guy. In the play, his real name is Ronnie Dell. : A super-cool, DA-haired, hard-looking group of high school wheeler-dealers. He's best known as Peter Kavinsky inTo All the Boys I've Loved Before, a role that shows off his impeccable charm and winning smile. During the end of school announcements by Principal McGee, Doody perked up when she stated that 'anyone' could be a president Eisenhower, or even a Vice President Nixon. He is Frenchys boyfriend. thissection. : Simpson: American Crime Story and the title character in Gotti, which was pushed from last fall to an as-yet-determined premiere date. He returned to television, portraying character Norman Briggs in the show Diagnosis: Murder. : Embarking on some of her most well-known work in the late 1980s, Manoff starred in the Golden Girls spinoff Empty Nest for seven years. Research Playwrights, Librettists, Composers and Lyricists. 0000003214 00000 n Since her diagnosis, she has worked as an advocate for cancer and founded the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre in Australia. Avalon and his wife, Kay, have eight children, two of whom have performed while on tour with their father. Join StageAgent today and unlock amazing theatre resources and opportunities. Grease Live his character (played by Jordan Fisher) sings "Those Magic Changes". Kenickie is in love with Rizzo and is hurt when the two break up. He does not suffer fools or malingerers gladly and also has little patience for the un-athletic or for time-wasters. Danny also wants to remain cool in the eyes of the T-Birds and so pretends to be nonchalant and uncaring, rebuffing Sandy and putting a real damper on her excitement that they are together again; in short, he acts like a jerk. Technical Specs, [after Marty tells Sonny Riz is pregnant, Sonny spreads the news to others], [Sonny spikes the punch, teacher chaperone turns to watch Sonny]. Age Yeah, [football player gets his foot stuck in his helmet]. Character Profile: A member of the T-Birds. Principal McGee Join the StageAgent community 0000001232 00000 n These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community. In the latter half of her career, Blondell received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in the 1977 film Opening Night. Performing this action will revert the following features to their default settings: Hooray! I just ain't gonna take any of her crap, that's all. Doody, a variant of O'Dowd ( Dubhda), is a surname of Irish heritage. When Danny Zuko reunites with his Australian love interest, theyboth posture while hanging out with their respective friend groups. New York, NY, Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall Netflix star Noah Centineocould embody Kenickie's lovable swagger perfectly. Sonny ; The Alleged Car: Greased Lightning, until the end of the movie. Kenickie is a tough guy and a charmer, most notable for trying to woo Rizzo for most ofGreaseby convincing her that he really does care and for butting up against rival greaser Leo "Crater-Face" Balmudo. : Copyright 1999 - 2023 GradeSaver LLC. Seeking 2 Actor Team for Spring When I hear music, I just can't make my feet behave. What are you doing? Brown You really put your foot into it this time, Chisum! Find the US States - No Outlines Minefield. He is no academic success, and he is not an athlete, but he excels in car maintenance class and spearheads the refurbishment of a classic car he names Greased Lightnin. Text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike . [They start heading out when Sonny stops him]. class. She is ready to rule the school during her senior year. This info article contains minor spoilers and character details for Randal Kleisers 1978 movie on Netflix. Frenchy doesn't like high school so she drops out and enrolls in beauty school instead. | In just a few moments the entire nation will be watching Rydell High, God help us, and I want you to all be on your best behavior. Doody, is a member of the T-Birds . Sonny Lantieri Characters Grease Danny Zuko Danny Zuko Grease See more characters from Jim Jacobs Warren Casey Breakdown Key Information Character Danny Zuko Show Grease Gender Male Age Range Late Teen Role Size Lead Dancing Dancer Voice Tenor High Note B4 Low Note D3 Vocal Technique Falsetto Time & Place 1950s, rydell high school and surrounding locations Tags The class valedictorian. 0000004280 00000 n Find the Countries of Europe - No Outlines Minefield. And what are you gonna do? 0000005713 00000 n 1. Filming & Production She is humiliated by her new role of "bad girl" at Rydell, and she becomes even more lonely than she was before. Balmudo's partner in crime, Charlene "Cha-Cha" DiGregorio, iconically steals the winning contest dance from Sandy, swooping in totake Danny at the last second. Keery not only has the hair to pull of Danny Zuko, but he has also demonstrated as Steve that he's perfect as a cool guy character with a heart. Grease has some hilarious adult characters as well. Grease is a 1978 musical romantic comedy film directed by Randal Kleiser. DOODY: Male, High School Teen (Range: Tenor, D4-A5) The youngest of the guys; small, boyish and open, with a disarming smile and a hero-worshipping attitude towards the other guys. | He and Kenickie are very close friends. : Jeff Conaway had "Greased Lightning" on his mind well before Grease the film was released. She has a traditional pin-up girl figure and at the same time uses, and has trouble understanding, her sexuality to get what she wants. Small, boyish, open, with a disarming smile and a hero-worshipping attitude toward the other guys. Principal McGee : ; Badass Biker: The T-Birds in Grease 2 all ride motorcycles. Doody Grease Wiki is a FANDOM Movies Community. Rydell High's resident "good girl", Pattie is on every committee that there is, including the decoration committee for the dance. Despite her efforts to keep this quiet the news spreads like wildfire and she is socially shunned and whispered about at school. Avalons performance of Beauty School Dropout was a hit and continued to be a song he would reprise in 1990s and 2000s performances. Like his Grease co-star Didi Conn, Pearl made a cameo appearance as Mr. Weaver in Foxs Grease: Live in 2016. For clarity, the year Grease was released, the youngest cast member was John Travolta at 24. Doody : [after Marty tells Sonny Riz is pregnant, Sonny spreads the news to others] A nerdy apple polisher, smug and pompous but gullible. Rizzo, the notorious leader of The Pink Ladies, is even tougher than Kenickie. 0000001133 00000 n : Eye Color First Letter Europe Blitz. Doody is a slim older teenage boy, curly hair. 0000013268 00000 n Oh, Sandy. Waldy/Mutzy in Mickey Mouse Mixed-Up Adventures (2018-21), Read More at VV Know the Cast & Characters: Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. lRvU'G[[\9Qm&[>%RZbdi Y*TYq7()o^%vp\Z||ZhPk*!"(*37] g_yaB? ,:31Z@%/v 3#QM8u"]tL9FC}gQ%2=Czy*5n;[Mhvvs$? The Hollywood Reporter is a part of Penske Media Corporation. His most recent work includes his Emmy-nominated portrayal of Robert Shapiro in The People v. O.J. 2. 0000007567 00000 n Here's what the Grease character you wanted to be says about you. Stewart, simultaneously to Grease, had a dancing role in the 1978 musical comedy film Sgt. Already well-known due to her budding music career, Newton-John was met with critical and commercial success for her portrayal of Sandy. A good looking, falsetto voiced crooner. : Greases preppy cheerleader Patty Simcox. 0000016056 00000 n Rizzo is the kind of person who fears rejection and so rejects others before they have the chance to reject her first. Danny 0000002642 00000 n Mr. Lynch Principal McGee To All the Boys showed Lana Condor's star potential, and there's no doubt her funny, sweet, and earnest persona as Lara Jean would translate beautifully to Jan's. Playing the role of Miss Connie Brooks in the CBS show Our Miss Brooks from 1952-56, Arden became the first woman awarded the Primetime Emmy for outstanding lead actress in a drama series. Travoltas Resume: Vinnie Barbarino in Welcome Back, Kotter (1975-79),Tony Manero in Saturday Night Fever (1977),Vincent Vega in Pulp Fiction (1994), Chili Palmer in Get Shorty (1995), Robert Shapiro in American Crime Story (2016), Read More at VV Know the Cast & Characters: Ginny & Georgia. before turning his attention to behind-the-camera work. Sonny : 1950s, rydell high school and surrounding locations, Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall. Her character, Maeve Rojas, from the Peacock originalOne of Us Is Lying, is perpetually confident and self-reliant, just as Marty requires. She differs from the principal in that she is secretly amused by many of the antics that the students get up to although she never voices this fully. polisher, smug and pompous but gullible. Danny has never been an academic star at Rydell, nor has he been an athlete, but when he sees that Sandy is dating track and field letterman Tom he manages to convince Coach Calhoun to let him work out with the track team; his running career gets off to a shaky start because Danny is a smoker and consequently struggles to make it half way around the track. Doody Company Credits Character Vince Fontaine Show Grease Gender Male Age Range Adult Role Size Featured Dancing Mover Voice Spoken Time & Place 1950s, rydell high school and surrounding locations Tags veteran greaser disc jockey slick egotistical fast-talking washed-up Analysis A little over the hill, Vince Fontaine was once a greaser himself, Either way, it would just be fun to see Sprouse play a greaser, as he would probably be quite convincing. Slick, egotistical, fast-talking. Grease Character Descriptions - The Alliance Theatre. : Danny Leo's girlfriend is trouble; she still seems to hanker after Danny, whom she once casually dated, and blatantly steals him away from Sandy at the school dance so that they can win the dance contest together and be seen on national television. << /Length 5 0 R /Filter /FlateDecode >> Principal McGee x[}WLZ\SI'K[]k-`Err3g0H1}ejTnUux~T^}P+N("n7jKmfl3y^SOUiw7thuFm#uVVPWPky|ViSvL>>KxQBm|zQ]/_>~1?gVEBVg,oFTtEU&SVpUh3VUTL~kkQUeZ_@U>S~n X_R_m>zXgM6"-X6fqz(m:I}b5Wd{;'&M[C2Z+)~ ! The anything for a laugh stocky type. Mrs. Murdock was portrayed by Tony-winning actress Alice Ghostley, who brought decades-long acting experience with her to Grease. It follows the life of an Australian transfer girl and a "greaser boy" who fell in love over the summer. 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Mr Popular, Danny is certified cool, and is a member of the greaser gang the T-Birds. T-Birds Kenickie - The tough and rude, though considerate, second-in-command. Thus, a 2020s retelling ofGrease would also require a pretty heavy-hitting cast. F 5a*+J (Ek$T,&/$2T|S*(n)]%dkvxjQy-A6WH5.+d0kU2.Pr&Zy'Y0NE5UG4Hwg[0cK!,yRRr o`VF` : Sandy isGrease's other star, a sweet, if somewhat naive, Australian transplant who falls in love with Danny over the summer but is faced with the cruel reality of Rydell High's social scene come fall. "Grease Characters". Rizzo got a bun in the oven. : Sensibilities were different in the '50's. do you want some? After the 1978 musical hit, Buckner appeared on The Brady Bunch Variety Hour and The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries. 0000000896 00000 n ~uVci=8t ,KK ;O KKK&`l=T/X:)urL6p>["=ubkdxSu\t^:?Q]wS*`5uR/{tK3JRILE+] *v49+] y+!W0HC/$#1~s~XDH(ZXK3@w'|41'-@%L6/u=! ,l@)vuK<3\T0^?,*E3,PYJz68>Mj/iwu^Ocm?b5Y0tV:[&48z^[`$ Starting off with an eight-year Broadway run, Grease is among the worlds most popular musicals and has a cult-like following, especially among teens! Another iconic quirk ofGreaseis how much older the actors are than the roles they are playing. Release Dates Adult, a typical 'teen audience' radio disc jockey. Cole Sprouse'sThe Suite Life of Zack and Codyrole would actually be the most useful for capturing Doody's humor, even though Sprouse is currently best-known as the more darkly humorous Jughead fromRiverdale. Principal McGee Sonny "Grease" was released on June 16, 1978. Barry played hilarious goof Doody in Grease (Image: Getty) Barry played T-Bird funnyman Doody, who ends up pairing with aspiring beautician and Pink Lady Frenchy at the school dance. No hiney biting! Grease's final Pink Lady is Marty, the "one-woman USO" who keeps upnumerous pen pal relationships with army guys and is most noteworthy for flirting with Vince Fontaine at the dance contest. He'd used it prior to Summer Nights, squirting Putzie up the nose for hiding under the bleachers, looking up girl's skirts. Go to Naples, all whores. Known for her feisty performance as the leader of The Pink Ladies, Channing continued portraying strong female characters well after her days in Grease. Well, which is it? A/&#(&7:-BCD:AE-FG&4+$')%)+,),.2 3%?)//),!$&#(&5+6$!"#,!&(+4G&),. He also has an impressive throwing arm that reveals itself when he successfully hits Coach Calhoun in the face with a pie at the school carnival. Putzie feels like The T-Birds' youngest member, and he often comes across as the sweetest (aside from peeking under girls' skirts on the bleachers). "&,?&#$& Please !#(%),.%"&(&("+? : : ,6BkCG>'=btv|)kPgMwm,m-OIB$ ,R4OA=:-d0va]Lm[`9m s2ghlvAe The whole gang sings and dances around Danny and Sandys romance, through such hit songs as "Greased Lightnin'", "We Go Together, and Mooning, recalling the music of Buddy Holly, Little Richard and Elvis Presley that became the soundtrack of a generation. Actor Mark McKenna would be a good fit to play Balmudo, as his roles inWayne andOne of Us Is Lying highlight. Finding his way to theater, Pearl starred in the Broadway musical Baby Its You! Must be able to convincingly play an older teenager (16+) Youngest of the guys. A singer who would have caused the girls (and women) to scream and riot back in 1958. : 0000023387 00000 n New York, NY, Accessibility Statement Terms Privacy |StageAgent 2020. Member of the T-Birds Johnson 1st Squad in The Big Red One (1980), Mr. McSpaniel/Mr. Buckner has kept a relatively low profile, her last appearance being on an episode of 1 vs. 100 in 2007. McKenna has mastered the scornful teenager act, and it's easy to imagine him staring down Centineo and Keery with his patented glare. Danny is a loyal friend to Kenickie and drives for him when Kenickie gets a concussion. : Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. Hough (@QVHough) is Vague Visages founding editor. 0000008381 00000 n of casting two people as Eugene - one as student, one as adult.) Must be able to convincingly play an older teenager (16+) Second-in-command of the T-Birds. : Kenickie saves money for a new car and hopes to race at Thunder Road. She is a master of the French Inhale who gets accepted into La Cafury Beauty School. : The too-cool-for-school Burger Palace Boys are stealing hub-caps and acting tough and their gum-snapping, chain-smoking Pink Ladies are looking hot in bobby sox and pedal pushers. Character Profile: Rizzos love interest. Well built, good looking, with an air of cool, easy going charm. : There are so many talented actors in their 20s in today's Hollywood, however, that a 2020s remake ofGrease wouldn't need to push the ages quite so much. : She shows off her new glasses and likes to spend money. Kenickie 4. Then *move*! THIS FEATURE IS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR PRO MEMBERS. #.&;*/&#(')%)+,2 ?)%"),$&#(+,@? Sonny Uh no, ma'am. t;P>}aMoA\n,x`&tH:,_$v 8ya. He tries to remain cool and tough at all times but there is genuine depth and emotion in his friendship with Danny. She falls in love with Danny during the summer and then shows up at his school. : Pearls Resume: Recruit Mignone in CPO Sharkey (1976-77),Dr. Abbott/Strip Club Manager in Days of Our Lives (1986-99), Dr. Aikman in Port Charles (1998),Dr. Paulson in House (2009), Auctioneer Sims in The Walls Are Watching (2022), Read More at VV Know the Cast & Characters: The Banshees of Inisherin. Hough, Randal Kleiser, Romance, Devious Dialogues by Mike Thorn and Anya Stanley, His Blazing Automatics by Dylan Moses Griffin, Of Love and Other Demons by Justine A. Smith, The Feminine Grotesque by Angelica Jade Bastin, We Failed This Film by Dylan Moses Griffin, 12 Angry Films: Sidney Lumet on Justice by Brian Brems, Critics in Conversation by Manuela Lazic and Adam Nayman, The Disaster Area: From Airport to Airplane! by Bill Bria, The Western Enters the 70s by D.M. Characters Edit Below is a list of characters that have appeared in Grease and Grease 2 . will review the submission and either publish your submission or providefeedback. Sandy's biggest trait is being a bit of an optimistic goody-two-shoes for most of the movie until Sandy transforms herself at the end ofGrease into a greaser girl. Hey guys, look! Doody Ward works as a voice director for Disney Television Animation and has been behind titles such as Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Jake and the Never Land Pirates. T-Birds in general. Washing my hands. Though she showsher classmates an intimidating, unflappable, and often very prickly or mocking persona, Rizzo nonetheless has avulnerable heart like anyone else. The film follows high schoolers during the 1958 school year, but no one in the cast was a teenager. Recasting Grease If It Was Made In The 2020s, Grease: The Actors Who Almost Played Sandy And Danny, Grease: Rizzo Is The Real Hero (Despite The Musical Shaming Her), Grease 2: Why Sandy And Danny Didn't Return For The Sequel, Grease: Sandy Is Dead All Along - Theory Explained, Harry Potter: Why Goyle Disappears Halfway Through Prisoner Of Azkaban, Harry Potter: Why Peeves Wasnt In The Movies, MCU Vibranium Theory Answers Major Origin Questions. She is very flirtatious and knows exactly how to use her sexuality to manipulate the opposite sex. 1950s, rydell high school and surrounding locations, College/University, Community Theatre, Ensemble Cast, High School, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre, Star Vehicle Female, Star Vehicle Male, Ages 12-17: Camp Broadway Ensemble @ Carnegie Hall. She is a no-nonsense woman who finds her secretary somewhat annoying in her displays of emotion and affection for the students, but in her own way she is just as attached to them as Blanche is and misses each graduating year when they have left. But things get complicated when they discover that they are now in the same high school. Rizzo is dating Kenickie and the two are involved in a sexual relationship which leads to a fear that she might be pregnant. Barry Pearl on Facebook: "We were brought to the prop trunk and told to pick out anything we wanted that we felt would fit our character. 3. Wherefore art thou, Sandy? In addition to her obsessions with writing and movies, Ruth also loves dogs, cooking, and adventuring in the great outdoors. The storylinefollows the main protagonists as they renew their relationship through a series of lively musical performances. Love interest . I think we all owe a round of applause for Patty Simcox and Eugene Felsnick and committee for their beautiful decorations. She is seemingly emotionless and cold and can be unkind when she wants to be, which seems to be often. The problem's in this rubber band engine. Keery's role as Keys inFree Guy also showcases his skill in playing a more sweet, lovestruck character. More Memorable Characters from Grease: John Travolta as: "Danny Zuko" Olivia Newton-John as: "Sandy Olsen" Stockard Channing as: "Betty Rizzo" Jeff Conaway as: "Kenickie" Michael Tucci Beginning her career in the 1930s, Blondel starred in more than 100 productions both in film and television, her most notable being her performance in the 1951 film The Blue Veil, for which she received an Academy Award nomination. He is unable to drive and has to relinquish the driver's seat to Danny. Yeah, you wish. Joan Blondell brought had numerous credits before she signed on to play the gang's waitress at the Frosty Palace. Grease is one of the 20th century's most iconic musicals and high school dramas, but what would it look like using a cast of today's actors? He is portrayed by Barry Pearl, in the 2016 live performance by Jordan Fisher. Attractive and exuding sexuality, Marty receives a great deal of attention from men, particularly older men, such as Vince Fontaine, the suave and slightly cheesy DJ host of the school dance. Hey, look! (Possibility of casting a wellknown NZ celebrity to play this role.) He frequently fails students in P.E. Sonny Dodgy sexual politics abound in Grease YouTube Considering Grease is set in the 1950s, the film can be forgiven for being a little backwards. Yes, ma'am. Related:Grease 2: Why Sandy And Danny Didn't Return For The Sequel. Sonny Character Descriptions Grease DANNY ZUKO: Male, High School Teen(Range: tenor, D4- . It will increase your chances of being cast tremendously. Thomas McKenzie would be quite convincing as a sweet Pink Lady trying to show Sandy the ropes, and her role as Eloise inLast Night in Soho would provide strong inspiration for Frenchy, as Ellie faces similar uncertainties about whether she can hack it in fashion school. In 2016, Conn made a cameo appearance in Foxs Grease: Live, starring Julianne Hough and Vanessa Hudgens, thus making her the only actress to appear in all three Grease productions. before returning to act in the Lionsgate film The Newest Pledge. In addition to her work in Grease, Donnelly is known for her role in the United States premiere of The Rocky Horror Show, playing Magenta and The Usherette. Gain full access to show guides, character breakdowns, auditions, monologues and more!