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MUSICALOff-WECLOSED

Ancient Grease

The Vaults Theatre

Ran from Mar 4, 2026 · Closed May 30, 2026 · Ran for 2 months

Critics' Take

This cheeky Grease parody set in Ancient Greece divides critics with its ribald humor and camp sensibility. Fans of outrageous comedy embrace its fun premise, while others find the concept doesn't fully deliver.

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Critic Scorecard

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A Youngish Perspective

“Ancient Grease is the word, and it has most certainly got groove and meaning.” By Meg Ward, Mar 15 · 5/5 stars

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BroadwayWorld

“Ancient Grease has something they occasionally lack: pure, shameless fun.” By Franco Milazzo, Mar 16 · 4/5 stars

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Time Out London

“If you’re into the smutty vibe, Ancient Grease is a right laugh.” By India Lawrence, Apr 1 · 4/5 stars

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London Box Office

“The Vault’s production of Ancient Grease won me over, and had me bopping, whooping, and chortling.” By Miriam Gibson, Mar 13 · 3/5 stars

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All That Dazzles (UK)

“The problem? It’s just not very funny.” All That Dazzles (UK) Staff, Mar 13 · 2/5 stars

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