THE STORY: As told by a traveling troupe of actors led by the cunning and charming Leading Player, Pippin is the story of a young prince, heir to the throne, who is searching for his own “corner of the sky.” Pippin returns from university certain that he will find a fulfilling purpose in life. As encouraged by the Leading Player, Pippin dabbles in bloody battle, licentious and lusty entanglements, and savvy political maneu- vers, only to discover that true happiness is more complicated than he thought. With infectious tunes and classic choreography, Pippin is both a humorous allegory about growing up and a dark tale of the danger of false appearances and empty promises."
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
Leading Player Masterfully charming and manipulative, the Leading Player is a chameleon of sorts. Guides Pippin through his own story and tries to intervene at the end. excellent dancer. Obsessed with putting on a great show for the audience.
Vocal range top: Ab4Vocal range bottom: Db3
PippinOur story's young and confused protagonist. He is longing to find his purpose in life. Naive, innocent, and discontent. Eventually finds love, and meaning in life, with Catherine and Theo.
Age: 18 to 21
Vocal range top: Ab4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Charles Pippin's demanding father. As the King of the Holy Roman Empire, Charlemagne is more comfortable wielding a sword than breaking bread. He wears his years with great pride.
Age: 50 to 60
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: G2
LewisPippin's half-brother.
FastradaPippin's conniving stepmother. A seductress, who is no stranger to deceit and betrayal, she is both sexy and smart. Skilled at using her sexual appeal to benefit her and her son.
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Berthe Pippin's saucy grandmother. A brassy broad full of wisdom, grace, and sass. She tries to help Pippin and encourages him to live his life to the fullest.
Age: 67 to 77
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Catherine A widow and mother. She is a beautiful and a hopeless romantic, who possesses graceful elegance. Encounters Pippin at his lowest point and eventually falls in love with him.
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
Theo Catherine's son.
Age: 6 to 10
G5 to E4
Ensemble Charlemagne’s Army, Monks, Nobility, Peasants, The Players, Acrobats, all
vocal ranges, special skills encouraged
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