Archmere Academy Presents Winter Musical: "Pippin"

Archmere Academy Dramatics is proud to present its production of Pippin, a classic musical first produced in the 1970’s on Broadway starring Ben Vereen. The musical runs February 23^rd and 24^th, March 2^nd and 3^rd at 7:30 PM in the Archmere Theater.

 

The show centers around the character Pippin, who is the heir to the throne of Charlemagne. Pippin, growing up in an affluent world, struggles with deciding what his purpose in life will be. A group of actors, headed by the Lead Player, attempt to convince Pippin that seeking “glory” and fame is the only way to live a life worth living. Pippin must make a decision between living a life that is grand or settling for a life that is simple – and which has more permanent value.

 

Many of the songs from the show, Corner of the Sky, Love Song, and Morning Glow, are recognizable pop music covers by the Jacksons and the Supremes. The show is filled with dancing, laughing, crying and singing – everything that celebrates and makes life worth living. A fun night for the family and everyone in the Archmere community!

 

Archmere’s production of Pippin will include over sixty students in the cast and crew. The quintessential role of Pippin will be played by senior Jack DeBruin. The iconic Lead Player will be played by senior Gia Mariano. Charlemagne will be played by Pat Beck ’18, Pippin’s step-mother, Fastrada, will be played by Bella Abbrescia ’19, Pippin’s grandmother, portrayed by Kyla McAvinue ’19, the role of Pippin’s love interest will be Katherine Alberta ’19 and Theo, Catherine's son, is played by freshman Zach Christie.

 

The show is directed by Archmere teacher Mr. Brian Manelski, choreographed by Archmere teacher Mrs. Meghan Thomas, technically produced by Archmere teacher Mr. Damian Demnicki, and the musical director is 2009 Archmere graduate Pat D’Amato.

 

Tickets for the musical production can be purchased at the door, and are $5 for students/staff (any school) and senior citizens; $10 for general admission. 

Click here to view the "Pippin" Cast List