Onstage with Trading Spaces’ Paige Davis on August 15–24, 2025
In Covington, Kentucky, on July 30, 2025 The word at The Carnegie this August is GREASE! The popular rock ‘n’ roll musical concludes a thrilling summer of theater.
In GREASE, viewers are transported to Rydell High in the 1950s. Danny and Sandy are balancing friendship, love, and the rigors of high school after a passionate summer affair. This thrilling new show is full of young energy, glitz, and gritty elements. Rediscover the enchantment of this timeless masterpiece that has won hearts for many generations.
Sandy, the Academy Award-nominated song “Hopelessly Devoted to You,” Grease, and “You’re the One That I Want,” which were both #1 singles on the Billboard Top 100 list, will all be featured in the show. Along with the songs made popular by the original stage play, such as Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin, and We Go Together, these songs will also be heard.
English instructor Miss Lynch will be portrayed by Broadway veteran Paige Davis, who is most known for hosting TLC’s Trading Spaces. Students and recent graduates from Ohio Northern University, Otterbein University, Point Park University, Elon University, Xavier University, and the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music are also included in the cast.
Eric Byrd, who oversaw the Carnegie’s successful productions of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, RENT, and GUYS AND DOLLS, is the director and choreographer of the show. The music director is Matthew Umphreys. In addition to being the music director for the previous season’s TICK, TICK, BOOM, Umphreys is the founder and director of Queen City Cabaret, a Carnegie resident company.
The Ensemble
Danny Zuko: Abouzeid Nick
Sandy Dumbrowski: Churchill, Monique
Miss Lynch: Davis, Paige
Kenickie: Blust, Evan
Betty Rizzo: Lincicome, Indya
Sydney Short, Marty
Jan: Baker, Grace
French: Jonker, Annika
Simcox, Patty: Brooke Chamberlin
La Tierri Sonny: Carter Minor
Roger: Haroutunian, Jack
Anthony Contreras as Doody
Florczyk Eugene: Ross Fogle
Josh Galloway/Vincent Fontaine/Teen Angel
DiGregorio Cha-Cha: Brianna Gutierrez-Diaz
Offstage Swings and Vocals: Colton Slade, Ethan Kuchta, and Claire Dillon
The Group in Charge of Production
Eric Byrd is the director and choreographer.
Director of Music: Matthew Umphreys
Designer of the Scenery: Tyler Gabbard
Designer of Costumes: Cat Schmeal-Swope
Julie Cowger is the lighting designer.
Emma Miller was the sound designer.
Missy White is the wig, hair, and makeup designer.
Shauna Nelson is the production stage manager.
Director of Technology: Doug Stock
Tyler Gabbard is the producer.
Details of the ticket and performance:On what date: August 15, 24 2025Where: 1028 Scott Blvd., Covington, KY 41011, The CarnegieTwo hours of running time, including an intermission
Cost: $18–$45Purchase: You can buy tickets in person at the Box Office, over the phone at 859-957-1940, or online at thecarnegie.com.
Further Details: Linda R. Holthaus and the Fifth Third Bank Museum are the sponsors of GREASE.
Grease is performed through a special arrangement with Concord Theatricals Company Samuel French, Inc. Concord Theatres, Inc.
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Concerning The Carnegie
The Carnegie is the biggest multifunctional arts center in Northern Kentucky, offering the people of Northern Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati area theater performances, educational activities, and art exhibits. The Eva G. Farris Education Center, the Otto M. Budig Theatre, and the Carnegie Galleries are all housed within the Carnegie building. To learn more about The Carnegie, visit www.thecarnegie.com or give them a call at (859) 491-2030.
The Carnegie is supported by the generosity of tens of thousands of contributors to the ArtsWave Community Campaign. The Carnegie receives ongoing operating support from the Kentucky Arts Council, City of Covington, Kenton County Fiscal Courts, Carol Ann & Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation, the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Cincinnati International Wine Festival, and Suits That Rock.
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