NORWOOD, N.J.—Norwood Public School kids had some good old-fashioned fun on Friday, Feb. 7 at the Back to the ’50s Sock Hop Dance, a fundraiser for the school’s upcoming production of “Grease: The Musical.”
Now director/choreographer Ann Van Cleave’s third year leading the school’s annual musical, the former Broadway actor pushed to perform the ambitious production—but not without added costs.
“For some reason, ‘Grease’ tends to be the most expensive show to get the rights to do,” said Van Cleave.
The Sock Hop dance was able to raise $1,500 to offset the additional costs, Van Cleave said.
“It was a big success. We were thrilled with the response,” Van Cleave said, thanking Mary Kate Portera specifically for her leadership on the event.
The whole school community was invited and enjoyed a dance contest, prizes, desserts a fun auction. Many also reveled in the opportunity to wear clothes reminiscent of the 1950s.
“The parents associated with this musical are some of the best,” said Van Cleave, adding that one rented a hot dog truck and another procured a popcorn machine. “They all baked and they all decorated. They were unbelievable.”
“Grease: The Musical” will be performed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 26, 27 and 28. Portera is assisting Van Cleave in leading the cast and crew.
