Best Local Casting

Studio Tenn’s version of the original high school musical, Grease, was packed with an all-star cast, including husband-and-wife duo Ace Young and Diana DeGarmo in the lead roles. But it was the casting of Melinda Doolittle as Teen Angel that was a stroke of genius. Onstage for just a few minutes to offer some much-needed wisdom to resident beauty-school dropout Frenchie, Doolittle stole the show with her powerhouse vocals and expert comedic timing. We love Sandy and Danny, but maybe someone should consider a spinoff that follows the Teen Angel as she sprinkles her tell-it-like-it-is brand of divine counsel to confused young women in need. NANCY FLOYD

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