Grease returning to the big screen in Evansville

Moviegoers in Spain watch a screening of “Grease” from their cars during the beginning of the global COVID-19 pandemic. The CEO of AMC Theatres said …

Moviegoers in Spain watch a screening of “Grease” from their cars during the beginning of the global COVID-19 pandemic. The CEO of AMC Theatres said this week that “Grease” would return to screens this weekend, with $1 from the sale of every ticket benefitting breast cancer research in honor of the late Olivia Newton-John. (Gabriel Bouys/AFP via Getty Images)

by: Aaron Chatman

Posted: May 13, 2023 / 04:17 PM CDT

Updated: May 13, 2023 / 05:19 PM CDT

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — 45 years after taking the box office by storm, Grease will be making its way back onto the silver screen in Evansville.

The American musical classic will be playing three nights only at Showplace Cinemas East on Morgan Center Drive. Grease will feature a 7 pm. showing each evening on May 14th, 16th and 17th.

“Grease holds up for new generations because it captures the enthusiasm of youth and the vibrancy of California’s sunshine-and-cars culture,” said movie-critic Michael Booth with the Denver Post.

Grease, which was filmed on an $6 million budget, has brought in nearly $400 million nationwide since its release in 1978.

Tickets are $12.50 apiece and can be purchased by visiting the Showplace Cinemas website or at the box office.