The Derryfield Upper School Players Present Pippin

he Derryfield Upper School Players are excited about the upcoming production of Pippin the second weekend of March.

A traveling play troupe tells the story of Prince Pippin (Jakov Schwartzberg of Bedford), a 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. The Leading Player (Nick Briccetti of Hopkinton), encourages Pippin to get himself involved in a series of events and experiences, including war, political power, and lust, only to discover that happiness lies in the rather ordinary moments of everyday life.

Pippin goes to war to prove his loyalty to his distracted father, King Charles (Mark Rotering of Windham) and instead he kills his father and takes over the throne. After realizing his mistake, Pippin begs the Leading Player to bring his father back to life, and he obliges. The prince falls in love with Catherine (Jael Fleurant of Concord), a widow with a young son, and struggles to decide whether he should settle down and pursue a peaceful life or continue to make magic with the dazzling troupe of performers. Led by a full ensemble, this production will prove to be a great night out. The show features many memorable and popular songs composed by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Godspell), such as "Magic to Do," "Corner of the Sky," and "No Time At All."

There are three performances, March 9 at 7:00 p.m. and March 10 at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 a piece and are available on http://www.etix.com/ticket/v/4230 or at the door the night of the show. Mark your calendar and head to The Derryfield School in Manchester for the show.