Darcy expresses his excitement for the tour across Germany and looks forward to performing in Frankfurt, while Nicholas encourages him to bring his own interpretation to the role.

Flohr highlights the significance of presenting the original English version of 'Grease', noting that it retains a unique rhythm and energy absent in translations, and includes three songs that were originally cut from the show.

Performances will continue daily until January 11, 2024, with an additional matinee on January 10, and tickets are available through eventim.de or by phone.

The new production of 'Grease' is set to premiere at the Alte Oper Frankfurt on January 7, 2024, at 19:30.

Ben Darcy, a 29-year-old English musical actor from Liverpool, takes on the lead role of Danny, a character originally portrayed by Nicholas in the first London production 50 years ago.

The Frankfurt production is directed by James Grieve and choreographed by Rebecca Howell, with Martin Flohr producing for the German-speaking market, featuring a cast primarily from the UK.

Nicholas recalls the transformative experience of performing in the premiere of 'Hair' in 1968, which occurred just after the lifting of censorship laws in the UK, allowing for explicit language on stage.

Paul Nicholas, now 80, is a celebrated stage legend in the UK, known for his deep connection to 'Grease', having starred in the original London production and significantly contributing to its success.

To ensure authenticity, a dialect coach has been involved in the production to help the cast accurately represent the challenging Chicago accent.

Initially an amateur production, 'Grease' first staged in Chicago in 1971, has become one of the most successful musicals, boasting 3,388 sold-out performances on Broadway.