Nazareth Theatre and Dance Department presents Pippin
With a universal message about true happiness that will connect with all ages, Nazareth students perform Pippin for live audiences October 21-24. Presented by the Nazareth College Theatre and Dance Department, the show has an unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner and three-time Oscar winner Stephen Schwartz.
Pippin takes the stage in the Callahan Theater on Thursday, October 21, Friday, October 22, and Saturday, October 23 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, October 24, at 2 p.m. It also marks the Nazareth directorial debut of Nazareth’s new musical theater director Christine O’Grady Roberts.
THE PERFORMANCE
O’Grady and the Nazareth students take a truly modern, technological twist on Pippin —the 1972 musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by Roger O. Hirson. The musical uses the premise of a mysterious performance troupe, led by the leading player, to tell the story of Pippin, a young prince on his search for meaning and significance. There is magic to do when a prince learns the true meaning of glory, love and war in Schwartz's iconic and unforgettable musical masterpiece. Pippin is the story of one young man's journey to be extraordinary. 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, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day.
Originally Produced on the Broadway Stage by Stuart Ostrow. Directed on the Broadway Stage by Bob Fosse. 2013 Broadway Revival Directed by Diane Paulus. Orchestrations for 2013 Revival by Larry Hochman.
TICKETS
- Nazareth students: Request your complimentary ticket.
- Nazareth faculty & staff: Select Tickets and use your Nazareth email to log in to the box office to receive your 50% discount. Email artscenter@naz.edu with questions.
- Family members & the public: Tickets ($15, $13 for seniors)
ASL interpretation will be offered at the Friday, October 22 performance.
Face coverings are currently required indoors on campus for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
CAST & CREATIVE TEAM
The Pippin cast features: Daniyah Prosser (Leading Player), Harrison Sakai (Pippin), Dereck Atwater (Charles), Reese Stojanovski (Fastrada), Andrew Bornheimer (Lewis), Kallie Ann Tarkleson (Berthe), Olivia Moffa (Catherine), Jacob Wadstrom (Theo), Adam Shank (Player & U/S Lewis), Ainsley Bertone (Player & U/S Fastrada), Alexandra Cooke (Player), Catherine Gregory (Player), Connor Barton (Player & Asst. Dance Captain), Dylan Isom (Player & U/S Leading Player), Immanuel Rodriguez (Player & U/S Theo), Kate Heffernan (Player), Maggie Dzina (Player), Michael King (Player), Molly Stout (Player & U/S Catherine), Noah Detar (Player & U/S Pippin), Renee Haley (Player & Dance Captain), Ava Massaro (Swing & U/S Berthe), Connor Pofahl (Swing), Madelyn Montgomery (Swing), Weston Pytel (Swing & U/S Charles).
The Pippin design team: Christine O'Grady Roberts (Director), Tamrin Goldberg (Choreographer), Sarah Pool Wilhelm (Music Direction), Alexander Woodward (Scenic Designer), Yuanting Zhao (Costume Design), Emily Stork (Lighting Design), Kyle Critelli (Sound Design), Dan Roach (Projection Design), Andrew Wicklum (Production Stage Manager), Camryn Davis (Asst. Stage Manager), Melena Kopf (Asst. Stage Manager), Shelby Ennis (Asst. Director), Alexandra Anthony (Technical Director/ Production Manager), Madeline Loosemore (Asst. Costume Designer), Mary Farmer (Costume Shop Manager), Alexa Powell (Properties Supervisor).
For More Information
Julie Long | Chief PR Officer | jlong2@naz.edu | (585) 389-2456 | (585) 781-8186 (cell)
Nazareth University is an inclusive community of inspired learners, educators, and changemakers who for nearly 100 years have been driven by a bold commitment to action, empathy, equity, and leading innovation for the common good. Impact experiences are at the heart of a Nazareth education, preparing each student to discover within themselves the potential to cultivate positive change in their life's work, in any career field, and in a world that is constantly evolving and infinitely interconnected.
Our broad academic offerings present a range of study options typical of larger universities, yet achieved in our supportive campus culture. Nearly 2,100 undergrad and 600 graduate students enroll in degree and certificate programs and engage in collaborative, transformative learning experiences, preparing for the professions and society of today and tomorrow. In a learning community that purposefully integrates liberal arts and professional programs, Nazareth University graduates are able to launch a lifetime of impactful leadership in communities and workplaces near and far.
