Casting Call for "Pippin" the Musical
"Pippin" the musical needs actors. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: 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. Additional info: Performers should be prepared to sing an audition song with their own backing. Songs from Pippin are acceptable. Performers will be asked to read from sides and show movement and dance ability. Men and women of various ages are needed. Actors familiar with magic and the circus arts, such as juggling and tumbling, are encouraged to audition. Callbacks, if needed, will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m. If you are interested, please apply.
12 roles
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. Vocal range top: Ab4 Vocal range bottom: Db3
Our story's young and confused protagonist. He is longing to find his purpose in life. Naive, innocent, and discontented. Eventually, he finds love, and meaning in life, with Catherine and Theo. Vocal range top: Ab4 Vocal range bottom: G2
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. Vocal range top: E4 Vocal range bottom: G2
Pippin’s not-too-bright half-brother, and, after Pippin, heir to the throne. Not at all like Pippin, Lewis loves weight lifting, wrestling, showing off, and, most of all, Lewis. Vocal range: any
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. Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: A3
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. Age: 67 Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: E
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. Vocal range top: Db5 Vocal range bottom: F#3
Ensemble. Vocal range: any.
Ensemble. Vocal range: any.
Ensemble. Vocal range: any.
Ensemble. Vocal range: any.
Ensemble. Vocal range: any.
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