Through February 15, 2015
Connor Palace Theatre, 1615 Euclid Avenue, 216-241-6000
"Pippin" is a coming-of-age-during-the-Middle Ages story about the eldest son of
Charlemagne, who explores war, sex,
power and the ordinary in an effort to find
something in life that is completely fulfilling. All he need do is buy a ticket to this absolutely superb and thoroughly entertaining national tour.
To see a full review of this show, read Bob Abelman's CJN article here.
Roy Berko
The
touring production of PIPPIN, in spite of some minor flaws, is mainly
magical. It nicely carries out the
story’s theme and should delight those who are seeing the show for the first
time, or are seeing the new and reconfigured edition of the show. From my
perspective, it would be worth
seeing the show just to hear “Corner of the Sky” and “Morning Glow.”
Kerry Clawson
Everything’s gloriously over the top under the Big Top in the national tour of "Pippin."
The magical musical, reconceived in 2012 with a circus setting by Tony Award-winning director Diane Paulus, thrills at PlayhouseSquare’s Connor Palace with its death-defying acrobatics as young prince Pippin goes on his own death-defying journey to find his place in the world. Paulus’ creation, the first revival of Stephen Schwartz and Bob Fosse’s 1972 original, is so dazzling to watch, we’re almost on sensory overload.
To see a full review of this show, read Kerry Clawson's review here.
Howard Golub
The troupe that once merely sang, danced, contorted and postured now literally jumps through hoops to please. Not only hoops, but all the other feats that go with a trapeze, tightrope, fire pit, bouncing-ball and occasional magic contraption — and it’s all done wearing considerably more revealing costumes (by Dominique Lemieux).
In a show that celebrates youth, it’s ironic that the best scenes involve the older generation, naturally taken on by the more seasoned performers.
Mark Horning
“Pippin” quite easily can be considered the
consummate Broadway show. It combines
Song, Dance, Magic, Circus, Acrobatics, Costuming and Lights into a whirlwind
of mesmerizing visual and audible delight.
Prepare to be dazzled during this run of easily sold out
performances.
To see a full review of this show, read Mark Horning's blog.Art Thomas
I am now a believer. Everything about this show is magic. While there are a few things to quibble about, the circus skills, Fosse-inspired dance, and unified design make the production rise far above the book and score. This is not a reimagined show. It is a new "Pippin" with surprises and enough "stuff" to please any type or age of theatergoer.
Click here to read the complete review at WestLife
