Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, 10:00am - 5:00pm
July 12, 2021 - July 30, 2021 (15 days)
Grades 9-12
In this Musical Theater Intensive, students will work tirelessly through a 3-week rehearsal process before performing the full-length musical “Pippin"
SYNOPSIS
There's magic to do when a prince learns the true meaning of glory, love and war in Stephen Schwartz's iconic and unforgettable musical masterpiece.
With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young man's journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, this updated circus-inspired version of Pippin continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world.
Heir to the Frankish throne, the young prince Pippin is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh and the intrigues of political power (after disposing of his father, King Charlemagne the Great). In the end, though, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day.
REHEARSALS
This is a camp and hours are reflective of that. Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm (includes lunch break, to be provided by student).
PERFORMANCES
Performances held the weekend of July 30 - August 1. Times to be determined.
TUITION $425
Tuition payable after auditions and casting is complete. Payment plans available. Limited scholarships available. Contact education@theaterwestend.com for more information.
ONLINE AUDITIONS
By video submission only due by Friday, July 2. Please submit a full-body video of you slating your name and songs at the beginning of the audition video. The Director/Choreographer asks for (2) contrasting, 32 bar cuts. One can be from the show (or in the style of the show) and the other should be contemporary musical theater.
Additionally, please submit headshot & resume.
Callbacks will be in-person, date to be determined, at Theater West End. Please be prepared to sing, read and move/dance.
All conflicts must be submitted at the time of audition. Any conflicts that arise after the acceptance of a role may result in the recasting of your role.
CHARACTERS
LEADING PLAYER
The ultimate 'ring leader.' 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.
Gender: Any
Vocal range top: Ab4
Vocal range bottom: Db3
PIPPIN
Our 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.
Gender: Male
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.
Gender: Male
Age: 50 to 60
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: G2
LEWIS
Pippin's half-brother.
FASTRADA
Pippin'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.
Gender: Female
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.
Gender: Female
Age: 67 to 67
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.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
THEO
Catherine's son.
Gender: Male
Age: 6 to 10
ENSEMBLE
Charlemagnes Army, Monks, Nobility, Peasants, The Players