VIVA! IT’S-A HIT!!
photo Marty Luster
Congrats to the talented cast & crew!
Here are some of the opening night reviews coming in of
Greasy Pole, The Musical!
"Bodacious!" – says Greasy Pole legend Salvi Benson
"A must see!!!!!!!!!!" – Vito Piscitello
"Loved it!!! Cast, music, lyrics and story are wonderful. Fun, funny, joyful and full of truth." – Patty Knaggs
"The most fun you can have without grease!" – Greasypole Nation
"It’s a humorous, good representation of Cape Ann Culture.
Henry Allen has put together a comic relief with visuals and music."
– Morgan Huke
"Being a Gloucester native, and growing up with my Italian friends, I must say that you have captured the essence of Gloucester and the Fiesta traditions so beautifully. The show was perfect for this community. Cu-dos to all of the actors and actresses, as well as the staff, crew, musicians. I am e-mailing all of my friends and family today telling them that this is a "Must See" show. Thank you for a wonderful evening and Welcome to Gloucester!!!" – Carol A. MacKenzie
"I was imagining your show exploding and being the next big hit on Broadway as I walked the dogs just now!!" – Peg Leeco
From beginning to end, this rollicking new musical about the 80 year history and evolution of Gloucester’s beloved Greasy Pole tournament is based on true stories of the men that have walked, won and slipped, and the women who loved them anyway. Funny, bright and poignant, this new annual Fiesta tradition is sure to delight all ages!
(Special Pre-Fiesta Performances for our community!)
ADVANCE TICKETS/RESERVATIONS ON SALE NOW FOR ALL SHOWS!
General Admission: $15.00 Pay online or at our Box Office: 978-704-1269
Shows are selling out fast, so reserve your tickets soon!
Explore our website to discover all the wonderful family-friendly
happenings The Annie has in store for Cape Ann all summer long!
Be sure to indicate which performance of Greasy Pole, The Musical! you would like to attend.
OPENING WEEK:
FRIDAY: June 17, 2 shows: 6:30pm & 7:30pm
SATURDAY: June 18, 4 shows: 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 7:30pm, 8:30pm
SUNDAY: June 19, 4 shows: 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 7:30pm, 8:30pm
FIESTA WEEK:
THURSDAY: June 23, 2 shows: 6:30pm & 7:30pm
FRIDAY: June 24, 2 shows: 6:00pm & 7:00pm
SATURDAY: June 25, 4 shows: 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm
SUNDAY: June 26, 4 shows: 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm, 10:00pm
Good Morning Gloucester 
This is one of the most charming and sweet productions I have ever seen, on Cape Ann, or anywhere else! I really, strongly, entreat everyone to go. I am not a plant. This is from my heart, as the show is from the heart of Henry Allen and everyone else involved in it. Do not expect to see Broadway-level performances or hear Carnegie Hall singers. Just go to warm your heart. Is is lovely and hilarious, and tho’ I can only speak as a newcomer to Gloucester (about 12 years), and tho’ Henry is even more of a newcomer (ten minutes, haha), I felt this so beautifully captured the heart and soul of Gloucester (and in only 45 minutes). Cut me some slack for saying that. I do know musical theater very well, and I would rather go to this production than anything at the North Shore Music Hall. Oh, and by the way, I’m putting my money where my mouth is — I’m going again tonight, even tho’ I just went last night. Anita Ruchman (?) was perfect in the mama role, but I still just have to see Sefatia playing it!
-Amanda
LikeLike
Just in from seeing ‘THE SHOW’ . Amanda put the review so well but I must add that I went with my daughter and future son in law, a pole walker himself, and I took as much joy from the show hearing his laughter at certain points as I did the show. If your roots are in Gloucester or you decided to set roots here this show is a must see to truly get a feel for FIESTA. VIVA…VIVA…VIVA.
LikeLike
I saw last night’s 7:30 show (packed house, which was great to see), it was awesome, we were laughing and clapping and singing along to the catchy tunes and clever and witty script. Wonderful show!!
Jenn
LikeLike
P.S. I did go again and Sefatia is awesome. If you didn’t love her before you will now, and if you loved her before she will make your heart swell with new love 🙂
LikeLike
Great show and cast – a must see for Glouceste’ites Rick G
LikeLike
Amazing show. I am the tech director and I am astonished how all of this came together so quickly. The show is very family friendly and moves most to tears. . . even me.
LikeLike