Is Derek Keeling Going To Star in "Grease" After All?

Today my pal Mark sent along a link to a story about Derek Keeling, the Scott Depot native who was a contestant in the Grease: You're the One That I Want reality show last year. Apparently he's getting a shot at the lead in that Broadway show!

According to the Playbill website:

Finalists Ashley Spencer and Derek Keeling of the reality TV audition series Grease: You're the One That I Want are expected to be the new Sandy and Danny of Broadway's Grease.

Apparently Spencer will succeed Laura Osnes as Sandy and Derek will succeed Max Crumm as Danny. They will reportedly begin performances July 22.

Assuming it's true (hey, it's on the Internet - it must be true), it's certainly good news for Derek. It's great to see a "local kid" hitting the big time!