USA - BroadwayGlobal gives you a sneak peak at the new Broadway revival of "Pippin". "Pippin" is one of the most beloved musicals in Broadway history, with music and lyrics written by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked) and Book by Roger O. Hirson now in previews on Broadway.
Tony Award, Drama Desk, Drama League and Outer Critic Circle Award nominated Broadway star Patina Miller was recently named Broadway's sexiest by BroadwayGlobal. "Patina stars in the exciting new revival of Stephen Schwartz musical "Pippin" and this "Pippin" is soulful and magical!" BroadwayGlobal.
"With astonishing illusions "Pippin" is revived like never seen before, a Theatre Chat top pick for one of the best Broadway revivals in years. "Pippin" has found its "Corner of the Sky". "Pippin" has "Magic to Do" just for you" but more than magical, its astonishing! A magical love story of finding one's self. " Theatre Chat.
Andrea Martin (Berthe) soars bringing down the house with her rendition singing "Oh, it's time to start livin'. Time to take a little from the world we're given. Time to take time, cause spring will turn to fall in just "No Time At All". And in just "No Time At All" the Broadway audience is won over, with this new circus themed, death defying 'Pippin".
The show within a show makes more sense, with this circus theme. "Pippin's life is walking a tightrope.. he is looking to be extra-ordinary, find his "Corner of the Sky", and Leading Player Patina Miller, as evil circus ringleader is trying to direct "Pippin" to give us the big finale, to jump into the flames.... The Leading Player character is really that dark side in all of us, always telling us to try or do something that is brave, daring, risky... Fosse compared the role to Charles Manson, a leader that captivates his audience to follow him to their death. Director Paulus brings this idea to stage. Paulus gives you danger, illusions and a magical love story of one's self. "Pippin" is timeless! A treasure to musical theatre.
Stephen Schwartz attended the preview and what a kind, gracious, talented man. (See slideshow for picture). Stephen has given the globe live theatre that will live throughout eternity. "Pippin" has always been a favorite. "Corner of the Sky" must be the most sung audition piece ever. And if they can sing it right, it can land you the job... I know. Thanks Stephen!
Patina Miller's voice is as magical as ever, and the Bobb Fossee inspired choreography by Chet Walker looks as good on Miller as it did on Ben Vereen. Chet's choreography, the illusions, the cast, sets, costumes, lighting are all the "Simple Joy's" of live theatre, bringing back "Glory" to Broadway. Everything has its season… and this season, "Pippin" has returned to Broadway for the first time since it first thrilled audiences forty years ago. For tickets visit www.pippinthemusical.com.
With the iconic score by Tony Award® nominee Stephen Schwartz ("Godspell", "Wicked") that includes the favorites “Magic to Do,” “Glory” and “Corner of the Sky,” "Pippin" tells the story of a young prince on a death-defying journey to find meaning in his existence. Will he choose a happy but simple life? Or will he risk everything for a singular flash of glory?
Direct from an acclaimed run at Boston’s American Repertory Theater, "Pippin" is directed by Diane Paulus, director of the 2009 and 2012 Tony Award winners for Best Musical Revival ("Hair" and The Gershwins’ "Porgy and Bess"). This captivating production features sizzling choreography in the style of Bob Fosse and breathtaking acrobatics by Les 7 Doigts De La Main, the creative force behind the nationwide sensation "Traces". "Join us, Leave your fields to flower, Join us…" for a magical, unforgettable and the Best New Revival "Pippin"!" BroadwayGlobal.
The cast of "Pippin" : Matthew James Thomas (Pippin), Patina Miller (Leading Player), Terrance Mann (Charles), Charlotte d'Ambroise (Fastrada), Rachel Bay Jones (Catherine), Andrea Martin (Berthe), Andrew Cekala (Theo), Ashton Woerz (Theo), Erik Altemus (Lewis, u/s Pippin), Gregory Arsenal (Player), Lolita Costet (Player), Colin Cunliffe (Player, u/s Lewis), Andrew Fitch (Player), Orion Griffiths (Player), Viktoria Grimmy (Player), Sabrina Harper (Player, u/s Berthe), Olga Karmansky (Player), Bethany Moore (Player), Brad Muscrove (Swing, Asst. Choreographer, Dance Captain), Stephanie Pope (Player, u/s Leading Player), Philip Rosenberg (Player, Asst. Dance Captain), Yannick Thomas (Player), Molly Tynes (Player), and Anthony Wayne (Player).
Production Roger O. Hirson (Book), Stephen Schwartz (Music and Lyrics), Diane Paulis (Director), Chet Walker (Choreographer), Gypsy Snider (Circus Creation), Nadia DiGiallonardo (Music Supervisor and Arrangements), Larry Hochman (Orchestrations), Scott Pask (Scenic Design), Kenneth Posner (Lighting Design), Dominique Lemieux (Costume Design), Clive Goodwin (Sound Design), Paul Kieve (Illusions), Jake Bell (Technical Supervisor), Edward Pierce (Design Supervisor), John Miller (Music Coordinator), Charlie Alterman (Music Director), Nancy Harrington (Associate Director/Production Stage Manager), Julie Baldauff (Assistant Stage Manager), Stephen R. Gruse (Assistant Stage Manager), Duncan Stewart/Benton Whitley (Casting), Jeff Klein (Company Manager), BJ Holt (General Manager), Mia Walker (Assistant Director), The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T), Actors Equity Association.
Producers: Barry and Fran Weissler (Producer), Howard and Janet Kagan (Producer), Lisa Matlin (Producer), Kyodo Tokyo. Inc. (Producer), Alan and Adam Gordon/Brunish Trinchero (Producer), Tom Smedes/Peter Stern (Producer), Broadway Across America (Producer), Independent Presenters Network (Producer), Allen Spivak (Producer), Rebecca Gold (Producer ), Joshua Goodman (Producer), Stephen E. McManus (Producer), David and Jill Robbins/Bryan and Margie Weingarten (Producer), Phillip Hagemann/Murry Rosenthal (Producer), Jim Kierstead/Carlos Arna/ Myla Lerner (Producer), Hugh Hayes/Jamie Cesa/Jonathan Reinis (Producer), Ben Friedman (Producer), Sharon A Carr (Producer), Patricia R. Klausner (Producer), Square Theatrics (Producer), Wendy Federman/Carl Mollenberg) (Producer), Bruce Robert Harris/Jack W. Batman (Producer)), Infinity Theatre Co./Michael Rubenstein (Producer), Michael A. Alden/Dale Badway/Ken Mahoney (Producer), James L. Simon (Associate Producer),and Alecia Parker (Executive Producer).
"Pippin" is a BroadwayGlobal and Theatre Chat top pick now in previews at The Music Box located at West 45th Street New York, New York 10036. For tickets visit www.pippinthemusical.com.
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