Pippin, the energetic and sometimes bizarre brainchild of director Bob Fosse, takes you on a wild journey of self-discovery. Pippin, a young prince seemingly bored with his royal life, longs to find his "purpose," his "Corner of the Sky." He embarks on a series of extravagant adventures, testing the waters of love, war, politics, and even the simple life.
Nothing seems to fulfill him completely, leaving him feeling lost and disillusioned. Throughout his quest, Pippin encounters a wacky cast of characters, including a seductive Leading Player who acts as a guide and manipulator, a flamboyant troupe of performers, and various eccentric figures who represent different paths in life. The musical is filled with Fosse's signature choreography – sharp angles, fedoras, and a touch of vaudeville – adding a layer of theatricality to Pippin's exploration.
Despite its comedic moments and outlandish scenarios, Pippin grapples with deeper existential questions. Is there meaning to life? What does it mean to be truly happy? The ending is unconventional, leaving the audience to ponder Pippin's ultimate choice and the never-ending quest for fulfillment.
Year | Category | |
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1973 | Best Musical | |
2013 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
Videos
Petite Rouge, A Cajun Red Riding Hood
Imagination Stage (12/11 - 2/8) | ||
Season 18: CONSTELLATIONS and HEAD OVER HEELS
Constellation Theatre Company (2/6 - 6/1) | ||
All the Devils are Here: How Shakespeare Invented the Villain
STC's Klein Theatre (12/6 - 12/29) | ||
Leopoldstadt
Shakespeare Theatre Company (11/30 - 12/29) | ||
The Sound of Music
Opera House at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (9/9 - 10/5) | ||
Dylan Triplett
Hylton Performing Arts Center (2/8 - 2/8) | ||
& Juliet
Kennedy Center [Opera House] (12/17 - 1/5) | ||
Who Cares: ♥ The Caregiver Interview Project
Voices Festival Productions (1/9 - 2/2) | ||
Riverside Christmas Spectacular
Riverside Center for the Performing Arts (11/20 - 12/29) | ||
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