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On This Day: April 13, 1980 – Grease Ended Its Record Breaking Broadway Run

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: April 13, 1980 – Grease Ended Its Record Breaking Broadway Run.

On this day April 13, 1980, the original Broadway production of Grease closed its curtain for the final time after an incredible run of 3,388 performances. Opening in 1972, the show became a cultural phenomenon, capturing the spirit of 1950s teen life with high energy songs, unforgettable characters, and slick dance moves.

Grease was more than just a musical it was a full on pop culture event that launched careers, inspired the smash hit 1978 film adaptation, and left an indelible mark on...
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