PippinEast High Spring Musical 2014

2013 Broadway Revival

Production Staff• Mr. Diehl - Director

• Mr. Mauroni - Music Director

• Mrs. Masorti (Anne) - Choreographer

• Mr. Fowler - Pit Conductor

• Mr. Glidewell - Pit Manager

• Mr. Holtzman - Set Designer

• Mrs. Rising - Tickets

• Mrs. Singer, Mrs. Stansfield - Costumes

• Kaitlyn Bangert -Student Production Manager

• Courtney Hurst - Dance Captain

• TBD- Stage Manager

The PlotOnce upon a time, a young prince longed to discover the secret of true happiness and fulfillment. He sought 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, he found it in the simple pleasures of home and family.

The CastBERTHE - 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.(Range: E3 - C5)

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.(Range: F#3 - Db5 )

THEO (Also Young Pippin + Ensemble 1 st Act) Catherine’s irritating, yet loveable little boy, who is the first to help break Pippin of his sour, callous attitude

Charlemange - 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.(Range: G2 - E4)

The CastFastrada - 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.(Range: A3 - F5 )

Lewis - The son of Charlemagne and Fastrada, Pippin’s half brother. He is a brutish man, all brawn and no brain. He is described as the perfect soldier: strong and stupid. A male chauvinist mama’s boy, with a love of battle, and no clue how close he is to being emperor.

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.(Range: Db3 - Ab4)

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. (Range: G2 - Ab4 )

The Cast

The PLAYERS -The acting troupe that builds the scenes, plays all other characters, and provides the sinister aura around the show. They are mischievous, evil, corrupt characters who facilitate the manipulation of Pippin’s entire life.

Auditions• Tuesday, December 3rd

• Dance Review 2:45 - 3:45"

• Vocal 9/10 until 5:oo"

• Wednesday, December 4th

• Dance Auditions (All Grades) 3:00-4:00"

• Vocal 11/12 until 5:30"

• Thursday & Friday, December 5th & 6th

• Call Backs 2:45 - 5:00

Auditions - What To Bring

• You MUST be pre-registered to audition"

• Comfortable clothing to dance in"

• COMPLETED Conflict Calendar (Be sure your name is on it!)"

• Water Bottle"

• A strong work ethic and positive attitude

Auditions

• Dance Audition

• Wear something comfortable to move in!"

• Dance shoes or Sneaker MUST be worn on stage"

• Bulky footwear, socks and boots are NOT acceptable"

• Come prepared to move...this is a ‘movement heavy’ show for the ensemble

Auditions• Each actor will be given a number according to your

grade"

• That number will follow you through to the end of auditions"

• Vocal Auditions

• Select a song that BEST fits YOUR voice and will show it off in a brief musical excerpt"

• You have roughly ONE minute to show us what you can do vocally

Vocal Auditions• Select One Song...MEMORIZE IT...Perform It!

• Chorus: We’ve Got Magic To Do"

• Supporting Female: Kind Of Woman"

• Supporting Female: Spread A Little Sunshine"

• Leading Player: Simple Joys"

• Supporting Male - War Is A Science"

• Male Lead - Corner of the Sky

Rehearsal Schedule• Dance"

• Wednesday & Thursday Evenings 6:30-9:30"

• Saturday Mornings 9:00 am - 12:00"

• Blocking

• Monday - Thursday 2:45 - 4:30"

• Tuesday & Thursday Evenings 6:30-8:30"

• Review (January - March)"

• Fridays 2:34 - 4:30

Rehearsals

• Spring Sports Conflicts

• March 10 - 21 (Primarily EVENING rehearsals)"

• Be pro-active. Talk to your coaches (You have our schedule NOW! Don’t wait until March

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