I thought Pippin was outstanding - one of the best I've ever seen. I understand what you're saying about the continuation of the message, but again- WHY change the original ending, which leaves it more up to the viewer to come to those kind of conclusions instead of spelling it out for us like we're morons? I think this ending is too obvious, whereas the other ending is open to interpretation and thought.

and your second question (about Theo becoming a bigger role) is in direct relation to my first question - I think the new ending is just to get Theo more stage time, which I don't think is necessary. I guess I'm more upset that they are altering the original ending, which I think is perfect. I also really liked the Pippin.Īnother question.what did you think about the way they seemed to try to make Theo a bigger part? Especially with his being included in Love Song.and the way they made him an older sort of brat with the headphones?

I'm excited that this version will be going on tour, I like a lot (but not all) of the changes they made. I saw the same production and also loved it (I've already posted about it so I won't give a full review). How do you think it defeats any message? I think it's the perfect continuation of it, as it truly shows us that Pippin's attempt to be unique isn't unique. The ending really drives home that every generation has it's Pippins, and they all are looking for some way to make an impact. The idea is that this struggle of thinking you are unique is NOT in itself unique, it is something almost everyone must go through. Throughout the show he basically must come to grips with the fact that maybe he isn't. The idea is that Pippin think he is unique at the start, and that he must be destined for extraordinary things. Are you kidding me? Defeats the message? It drives it home.

Goodspeed opera house auditions 2016