Pippin Revival 2013 - Articles Page 4

Run Time:
Two hours and 35 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 9+
Opened: April 25, 2013
Closing: January 04, 2015

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Music Box Theatre (Broadway)
239 West 45th St. New York, NY

Everything has its season... and this season, PIPPIN returns to Broadway for the first time since it first thrilled audiences 40 years ago! With a beloved 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 2010 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... for a magical, unforgettable new PIPPIN.

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Broadway's Original PIPPIN Joins the Tony-Winning Cast a Day Early
by Courtnie Mele - June 19, 2014


Tony Award winner John Rubinstein, who made his Broadway debut and received a Theater World Award for creating the title role in the original 1972 production of Pippin, will join the all-new Tony Award winning production of Pippin in the role of 'Charles.' Mr. Rubinstein will play a limited engagement. He was originally scheduled to begin on Friday, but instead, he will start tonight, June 19, and run until Sunday, July 27, 2014 He is filling in for Terrance Mann's leave of absence. Pippin is now playing at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street).

PIPPIN to Welcome Show's Original Star John Rubinstein as 'Charles', June 20-July 27
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014


Tony Award winner John Rubinstein, who made his Broadway debut and received a Theater World Award for creating the title role in the original 1972 production of Pippin, will join the all-new Tony Award winning production of Pippin in the role of 'Charles.' Mr. Rubinstein will play a limited engagement, Friday, June 20 - Sunday, July 27, 2014, filling in for Terrance Mann's leave of absence. Pippin is now playing at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street).

TV: PIPPIN's Ciara Renee and Kyle Dean Massey Get on the Right Track at STARS IN THE ALLEY
by Nicole Rosky - May 25, 2014


STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines, was presented earlier this week in Shubert Alley, between Broadway and 8th Avenue and 44th and 45th Streets. To add to the festivities leading up to the Tony Awards, the free outdoor concert in the heart of the Theatre District celebrated Broadway with star appearances and exciting performances from over 20 new shows and long-running favorites, accompanied by a live 12-piece orchestra. BroadwayWorld was there for the special concert event and below you can check out 'On the Right Track' as performed by PIPPIN's Kyle Dean Massey and Ciara Renee.

PIPPIN's Charlotte d'Amboise and Terrence Mann to Host BROADWAY'S BEST IN DRAG Pageant, 6/9
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2014


PIPPIN's Charlotte d'Amboise and Terrance Mann are set to host 'Broadway's Best in Drag' with Robert La Fosse to benefit AIDS Service Center NYC. 'Broadway's Best in Drag' will take place on Monday, June 9th at The Abrons Art Center (446 Grand Street) with open bar and raffle prizes.

STAGE TUBE: Make 2014 Extraordinary- Watch New PIPPIN Promo!
by Nicole Rosky - May 6, 2014


The Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Pippin, directed by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus and featuring choreography by Tony Award nominee Chet Walker in the style of Bob Fosse and circus creation by Gypsy Snider, is now playing at the Music Box Theatre. Currently starring Kyle Dean Massey and Ciara Renee as Pippin and the Leading Player respectively, the musical just released a new promo. Check out how to make 2014 extraordinary in the video below!

STAGE TUBE: PIPPIN's Massey, Renee Appear on Talks at Google
by Oliver Oliveros - April 18, 2014


Google's office on Eight Avenue hosted a conversation with Tony Award-winning musical revival PIPPIN's new lead stars Kyle Dean Massey (Pippin) and Ciara Renee (Leading Player), together with original cast members Bethany Moore (Player, Catherine understudy) and Orion Griffiths (Player, Acrobat), earlier today, which was streamed live on YouTube, moderated by Google's Alan Seale and YouTube Next Lab's Mark Douglas.

Photo Coverage: Kyle Dean Massey And Ciara Renee Take First Bows In PIPPIN
by Jennifer Broski - April 2, 2014


Kyle Dean Massey (Next to Normal, Wicked) and Ciara Renee (Big Fish) assumed the roles of 'Pippin' and 'Leading Player' respectively in the Tony Award-winning musical Pippin last night, Tuesday, April 1, 2014. Matthew James Thomas and Tony Award winner Patina Miller gave their final performances on Sunday, March 30. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from their first curtain call!

Photo Flash: They've Got Magic to Do! First Look at Ciara Renee & Kyle Dean Massey in Broadway's PIPPIN
by Tyler Peterson - April 1, 2014


Kyle Dean Massey (Next to Normal, Wicked) and Ciara Renee (Big Fish) assume the roles of 'Pippin' and 'Leading Player' respectively in the Tony Award-winning Pippin today, Tuesday, April 1, 2014. Matthew James Thomas and Tony Award winner Patina Miller gave their final performances on Sunday, March 30, 2014. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at Massey and Renee in action!

BWW Interview: Patina Miller Looks Back on the Simple Joys of Her Year with PIPPIN
by Nicole Rosky - March 29, 2014


Miller took the time to chat with BroadwayWorld as she was entering her final weekend of performances, and in the interview below, she looks back on her Pippin experience and touches on the great things to come!

The Extraordinary Patina Miller and Matthew James Thomas Depart PIPPIN; A Farewell Flashback!
by Nicole Rosky - March 30, 2014


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Kyle Dean Massey(Next to Normal, Wicked) and Ciara Renee (Big Fish) will assume the roles of 'Pippin' and 'Leading Player' (respectively) in the Tony-winning Pippin beginning Tuesday, April 1, 2014. Matthew James Thomas and Tony Award winner Patina Miller will play their final performance on Sunday, March 30, 2014. Below, BroadwayWorld bid adieu to the show's extraordinary leads, Miller and Thomas, with a flashback of their time spent with the production. Check out photos and videos from their Pippin journey below!

Photo Coverage: In Just No Time at All- PIPPIN Celebrates One Year on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - March 27, 2014


Pippin, now playing at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street), is directed by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus and features choreography by Tony Award nominee Chet Walker in the style ofBob Fosse and circus creation by Gypsy Snider of the Montreal-based circus company Les 7 doigts de la main (also known as 7 Fingers). The Tony-winning production just marked its first year at the Music Box and below you can check out full photo coverage of the cast celebrating onstage!

FREEZE FRAME: PIPPIN Cast Celebrates One Year on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - March 27, 2014


Pippin, now playing at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street), is directed by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus and features choreography by Tony Award nominee Chet Walker in the style of Bob Fosse and circus creation by Gypsy Snider of the Montreal-based circus company Les 7 doigts de la main (also known as 7 Fingers). The Tony-winning production just marked its first year at the Music Box and below you can check out a photo preview of the cast celebrating onstage!

STAGE TUBE: Patina Miller Preps for Lincoln Center; Talks Guilty Pleasures, Celebrity Crush and More
by Stage Tube - March 18, 2014


Coming this Spring, Live From Lincoln Center's American Songbook Series will present Patina Miller. Winner of the 2013 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for PIPPIN, Miller is both a fresh new face and a performer at the very top of her game. Her first concert special features music ranging from classic R&B to Broadway's best. Check out a 'rapid fire' interview with Miller below!

Photo Coverage: Sardi's Celebrates PIPPIN! Thomas, d'Amboise, Miller and Jones Get Caricatures
by Walter McBride - March 12, 2014


Just yesterday, Sardi's Restaurant unveiled caricatures for PIPPIN stars Matthew James Thomas, Tony Award winner Patina Miller, Tony Award nominee Charlotte d'Amboise and Rachel Bay Jones. BroadwayWorld was there for the special celebration and you can check out complete photo coverage below!

STAGE TUBE: PIPPIN's Orion Griffiths on Returning to the Tony-Winning Show After Injury
by Tyler Peterson - March 7, 2014


Actor and acrobat Orion Griffiths from the Tony Award-winning PIPPIN was featured today on "CBS This Morning." Correspondent Jamie Wax spoke to the 26 year-old performer about his extraordinary life and making his Broadway debut. Check out his interview below!

They've Got Magic to Do! Kyle Dean Massey and Ciara Renée to Join Cast of PIPPIN on April 1
by Nicole Rosky - February 25, 2014


The producers of the Tony Award winning PIPPIN just announced that Kyle Dean Massey (Next to Normal, Wicked) and Ciara Renee (Big Fish) will assume the roles of "Pippin" and "Leading Player" (respectively) in the production beginning Tuesday, April 1, 2014. Matthew James Thomas and Tony Award winner Patina Miller will play their final performance on Sunday, March 30, 2014. PIPPIN is now playing at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street).

Poll Results: Voters Think PIPPIN's Couple Is Broadway's Cutest!
by Nicole Rosky - February 17, 2014


Last week's poll asked which Broadway couple is your favorite and you can check out your response below!

VIDEO: Annie Potts: High-Flying Trapeze Routine Is 'Easiest Part' of PIPPIN!
by Caryn Robbins - February 12, 2014


The actress stopped by this week's TODAY on NBC and explains why jumped at the opportunity to return to the theater in the high-flying role.

Photo Coverage: New 'Granny' Annie Potts Takes First Bow in PIPPIN!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - January 22, 2014


Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominee Annie Potts ('Designing Women,' God of Carnage) just assumed the role of 'Berthe' in the production yesterday, January 21, 2014. BroadwayWorld was there for her first official curtain call and you can check out photos below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Annie Potts in PIPPIN on Broadway!
by Robert Diamond - January 21, 2014


Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominee Annie Potts ('Designing Women,' God of Carnage) will assume the role of 'Berthe' in the production beginning Tuesday, January 21, 2014 and we've got a first look at her in the show!

Photo Coverage: PIPPIN Celebrates New Partnership with Carlton Hotel!
by Jennifer Broski - January 17, 2014


Yesterday at 88 Madison Avenue, the cast of Pippin celebrated the show's new partnership with Carlton Hotel with a live performance, nail art painting provided by Caravan Stylist Studio and circus-inspired refreshments provided by the Carlton hotel. The Carlton hotel's new PIPPIN the Musical Package will be available starting January, running through March 2014. The package includes overnight luxury accommodations, tickets to PIPPIN, cocktails at restaurant Millesime and a CD soundtrack from the show.

STAGE TUBE: Go Behind the Scenes of PIPPIN's Highlights Shoot!
by Nicole Rosky - January 14, 2014


Roger O. Hirson and Stephen Schwartz's Tony Award winning musical comedy Pippin, directed by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus, is currently playing at Broadway's Music Box Theatre. In the video below, go behind the scenes with the cast as they filmed highlights from the show!

PIPPIN's Patina Miller to Perform at NYC Mayor-Elect Bill de Blasio's Inauguration Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2013


The New York Times reporter Kate Taylor ?Tweeted today that PIPPIN's 'Leading Player' Patina Miller will perform John Lennon's 'Imagine' at Bill de Blasio's inauguration tomorrow in New York City.

Diane Paulus & Stephen Schwartz Set For PIPPIN Talkbacks, 1/8 & 1/15
by Pat Cerasaro - December 30, 2013


The Tony Award-winning director and multi-Academy Award-winning composer/lyricist of the currently-running revival of Pippin, Diane Paulus and Stephen Schwartz, respectively, will both be in attendance at a series of talkbacks scheduled for January.

Pippin FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Pippin have there been?
Pippin has had 11 productions including which opened in 1967, Broadway which opened in 1972, Broadway which opened in 1972, West End which opened in 1973, Australia which opened in 1974, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 2000, Regional (US) which opened in 2005, which opened in 2005, East Haddam, CT (Regional) which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2013 and US Tour which opened in 2014.
What Tony Awards has Pippin been nominated for?
Pippin has been nominated for the following Tony Awards: Best Choreography for Chet Walker, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Dominique Lemieux, Best Direction of a Musical for Diane Paulus, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Kenneth Posner, Best Revival of a Musical for various individuals and entities, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Scott Pask, Best Sound Design of a Musical for Garth Helm, and Best Sound Design of a Musical for Jonathan Deans.
What Tony Awards has Pippin won?
Pippin has won the following Tony Awards: Best Choreography for Chet Walker, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Dominique Lemieux, Best Direction of a Musical for Diane Paulus, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Kenneth Posner, Best Revival of a Musical for Joshua Goodman, American Repertory Theater, Stephen E. McManus, David Robbins, Bryan S. Weingarten, Philip Hagemann, Murray Rosenthal, Jim Kierstead, Carlos Arana, Myla Lerner, Hugh Hayes, Jamie Cesa, Jonathan Reinis, Sharon A. Carr, Patricia R. Klausner, Ben Feldman, Square 1 Theatrics, Wendy Federman, Carl Moellenberg, Bruce Robert Harris, Jack W. Batman, Infinity Theatre Company, Michael Rubenstein, Michael A. Alden, Dale Badway, Ken Mahoney, Rebecca Gold, Norton Herrick, Independent Presenters Network, Broadway Across America, Allen Spivak, Tom Smedes, Peter Stern, A&A Gordon, Brunish Trinchero, Kyodo Tokyo, Lisa Matlin, Howard and Janet Kagan, Barry and Fran Weissler, Pippin, Scott Pask, Garth Helm, Jonathan Deans.
What awards has Pippin been nominated for?
Pippin has been nominated for several awards including Outstanding Choreography for Chet Walker and Gypsy Snider, Outstanding Costume Design for Dominique Lemieux, Outstanding Director of a Musical for Diane Paulus, Outstanding Lighting Design for Kenneth Posner, Outstanding Revival of a Musical or Revue, Distinguished Performance Award for Andrea Martin and Patina Miller, Distinguished Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical, Outstanding Choreographer for Chet Walker, Outstanding Costume Design for Dominique Lemieux, Outstanding Director of a Musical for Diane Paulus, Outstanding Lighting Design for Kenneth Posner, Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway), and Outstanding Set Design for Scott Pask.
What are the songs in Pippin and what's the order?
To Be a King
Goodbye, Yesterday
Run into Your Arms
Father Said
Victorious
They Will Listen to You
I Don't Owe You a Thing
Begging Milady's Pardon
A Simple Dance
While You Were Away
Easy to Be Happy
Pippin, Pippin
The Next King
Come with Me
Somebody Loves You
Preparations
My Son
Kyrie
Soliloquy
Magic to Do
Corner of the Sky
Welcome Home
War Is a Science
Glory
Simple Joys
No Time at All
With You
Spread a Little Sunshine
Morning Glow
On the Right Track
Kind of Woman
Extraordinary
Love Song
I Guess I'll Miss the Man
Think About Your Life
Marking Time
Just Between the Two of Us
Sing Hallelujah
Man, He Is a Timid Beast
Save Tomorrow for Me
Perfectly
Everyday Things
It's a Wonderful Time of Life
It Never Was There
The Good Time Ladies Rag
Somebody Loves You
Magic To Do
Corner of the Sky
War is a Science
Glory
Simple Joys
No Time at All
With You
Spread a Little Sunshine
Morning Glow
Entr'acte
Right Track
Kind Of Woman
Extraordinary
Love Song
I Guess I'll Miss the Man
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