Pippin Revival 2013 - Articles Page 1.8

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

Pippin - 2013 - Broadway History , Info & More

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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Theater Review: 'Pippin'
9 / 10

Diane Paulus...offers a stunning, circus-themed production that seamlessly combines dance choreography in the trademark Fosse style with countless acrobatic feats...Patina Miller ('Sister Act') delivers an absolutely sensational, thoroughly sexy and authoritative performance...But there is a weak link to this staging, namely Matthew James Thomas' lifeless performance as Pippin. He mars the production with his hollow acting and weak singing. Nevertheless, this production has an incredible amount of 'Magic to Do.' 3.5 stars

STAGE REVIEW Pippin (2013)
10 / 10

The tone is set by Patina Miller (Sister Act), who brings a feline slinkiness to the Leading Player that can turn outright catty when the troupe seems to stray too far from the supposed script. Matthew James Thomas (Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark) displays a bashful, aw-shucks charm in the title role, and Charlotte D'Amboise vamps playfully as his scheming stepmom. But the unlikely showstopper is 66-year-old SCTV alum Andrea Martin...Dangling high above the stage, she embodies this utterly delightful revival's big-top message: No matter our age, we need never outgrow the capacity for wonder. Jazz hands, though, are strictly optional. A

Casts of Broadway's PIPPIN, MATILDA to Perform on CBS's Thanksgiving Day Parade, 11/27
by Caryn Robbins - October 29, 2014


"Entertainment Tonight's" Kevin Frazier and "The Insider's" Thea Andrews will anchor what is now a CBS Thanksgiving tradition in its 54th year, which will feature portions of the 87th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade live from New York City.

Broadway's PIPPIN Offering Fans a Chance to Sit in on Live TV Filming for CBS
by Tyler Peterson - October 25, 2014


Want to sit in on a live performance, featuring stars of Broadway's PIPPIN?

PIPPIN to be Featured on BROADWAY BALANCES AMERICA on Lifetime
by Tyler Peterson - October 23, 2014


The award-winning morning show The Balancing Act on the Lifetime Channel will turn the spotlight on the all-new Tony Award-winning Pippin, presented by Broadway Across America, in a featured segment airing on Wednesday, October 29 at 7:30 a.m. (ET/PT). Viewers will have the chance to go behind-the-scenes of the production, as part of the "Broadway Balances America" series. This show will re-air on November 5, 2014 at 7:30 a.m. (ET/PT) on Lifetime.

Entire PIPPIN National Tour Dedicated to Denver Center's Randy Weeks
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2014


The entire national touring production of PIPPIN, which launched in Denver last month, has been dedicated to Denver Center for the Performing Arts President Randy Weeks, who died suddenly on Oct. 9 in London.

Josh Kaufman's First Performance in PIPPIN on Broadway Moved Up
by Tyler Peterson - October 21, 2014


Josh Kaufman, who in May of 2014 was announced as the winner of Season 6 of NBC's hit show 'The Voice' as a member of Usher's team, will make his Broadway debut in Pippin a little earlier than expected.

Photo Flash Update: New Photos of THE VOICE's Josh Kaufman in PIPPIN on Broadway!
by Tyler Peterson - October 17, 2014


Josh Kaufman, who in May of 2014 was announced as the winner of Season 6 of NBC's hit show 'The Voice' as a member of Usher's team, makes his Broadway debut playing the title role in the Tony Award winning Pippin for a limited engagement beginning Tuesday, November 4 and through Sunday, January 4, 2015. Check out new photos of Kaufman in the title role below!

Photo Flash: First Look at THE VOICE's Josh Kaufman in PIPPIN on Broadway!
by Tyler Peterson - October 17, 2014


Josh Kaufman, who in May of 2014 was announced as the winner of Season 6 of NBC's hit show 'The Voice' as a member of Usher's team, makes his Broadway debut playing the title role in the Tony Award winning Pippin for a limited engagement beginning Tuesday, November 4 and through Sunday, January 4, 2015. Today, the production took to Facebook to unveil a first look at Kaufman in the title role - check it out below!

PIPPIN, Broadway League & Art of Men Partner to Bring Seniors to Show
by Tyler Peterson - October 16, 2014


Pippin The Musical, The Broadway League and Art of Men will bring seventy-five New York City seniors from Union Settlement to the Broadway production of Pippin on October 19, 2014 to experience their first Broadway musical. Cast members from the Pippin will host a talkback with the seniors immediately following the show.

Photo Coverage: PIPPIN Welcomes Lucie Arnaz Back to Broadway!
by Walter McBride - October 10, 2014


Lucie Arnaz returned to Broadway in the role of 'Berthe' in the Tony Award winning PIPPIN for a limited engagement last night, October 9. Arnaz will, coming staright from the PIPPIN national tour, will remain with the Broadway company through Sunday, November 9. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at Arnaz with the cast below!

Lucie Arnaz Returns to Broadway as 'Berthe' in PIPPIN Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 9, 2014


Lucie Arnaz is set to return to Broadway in the role of 'Berthe' in the Tony Award winning PIPPIN for a limited engagement beginning tonight, October 9 through Sunday, November 9. Arnaz comes from the PIPPIN national tour, which is playing at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco, CA. PIPPIN is now playing at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street).

Andrea Martin Joins PIPPIN on Tour Tonight in San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - October 7, 2014


SHN previously announced that Andrea Martin, who won the 2013 Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for creating the role of 'Berthe' in the Broadway production, would reprise the role in the final two weeks (beginning today, October 7 and running through October 19) of the San Francisco engagement at the SHN Golden Gate Theatre.

VIDEO: Matthew James Thomas & Sasha Allen Chat National Tour of PIPPIN
by Caryn Robbins - October 1, 2014


Stars Sasha Allen (Broadway's Hair) and Matthew James Thomas (Broadway's Pippin, Spider-Man) stopped by KPIX CBS San Francisco Bay Area News yesterday to discuss the musical.

VIDEO: Andrea Martin Talks New Book, PIPPIN & More on 'The View'
by Caryn Robbins - September 24, 2014


Star of stage and screen Andrea Martin talks about her new book 'Lady Parts', her Tony Award winning role in Broadway's Pippin and an upcoming sequel to the hit film 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding.'

Lucie Arnaz Will Return to Broadway as 'Berthe' in PIPPIN!
by Nicole Rosky - September 23, 2014


Lucie Arnaz is set to return to Broadway in the role of "Berthe" in the Tony Award winning PIPPIN for a limited engagement beginningThursday, October 9 through Sunday, November 9. Ms. Arnaz is currently playing the role in the PIPPIN national tour which opens this week at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco, CA. Tony Award winner Priscilla Lopez recently returned to the Broadway cast in the role of "Berthe." PIPPIN is now playing at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street).

Photo Flash: 'They've Got Magic to Do!' Carly Hughes & John Dossett Join the Cast of Broadway's PIPPIN
by Tyler Peterson - September 19, 2014


Carly Hughes, who most recently appeared on Broadway in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, joins the Tony Award winning production of Pippin in the role of 'Leading Player' beginning tonight, September 19. Ciara Renee played her final performance in the role on Sunday, September 14. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at Hughes and John Dossett in the award-winning revival!

STAGE TUBE: Sasha Allen Talks Leading PIPPIN in Denver
by Stage Tube - September 18, 2014


Below, from the PIPPIN National Tour launch in Denver, 'In Focus' host Eden Lane brings us her full one-on-one with Sasha Allen (a finalist on the 4th season on THE VOICE) who portrays the 'Leading Player'. Click to watch the interview!

BEAUTIFUL's Carly Hughes Joins PIPPIN Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2014


Carly Hughes, who most recently appeared on Broadway in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, will join the Tony Award winning production of Pippin in the role of 'Leading Player' beginning tonight, September 19. Ciara Renee played her final performance in the role on Sunday, September 14. Two-time Tony Award winner Andrea Martin's limited engagement as 'Berthe' comes to an end this Sunday, September 21. Pippin is now playing at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street).

From TV to Broadway- Reality Show Winner Will Take on Title Role in PIPPIN This Fall!
by Nicole Rosky - September 18, 2014


Josh Kaufman, who in May of 2014 was announced as the winner of Season 6 of NBC's hit show "The Voice" as a member of Usher's team, will make his Broadway debut playing the title role in the Tony Award winning PIPPIN for a limited engagement beginning Tuesday, November 4 and through Sunday, January 4, 2015. Kyle Dean Massey is currently set to perform the role on Broadway through Sunday, November 2.PIPPIN is now playing at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street).

BEAUTIFUL's Carly Hughes Joins PIPPIN This Friday
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2014


Carly Hughes, who most recently appeared on Broadway in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, will join the Tony Award winning production of PIPPIN in the role of 'Leading Player' beginning Friday, September 19.

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 producers including 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 was also nominated for Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Scott Pask and Best Sound Design of a Musical for Garth Helm and Jonathan Deans.
What Tony Awards has Pippin won?
Pippin has won several Tony Awards, including 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, and Best Revival of a Musical for various producers and entities. The show also won Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Scott Pask, Best Sound Design of a Musical for Garth Helm and Jonathan Deans, among others.
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
Finale

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