Stephen Schwartz's Pippin Skokie Theatre September 5 -28

MadKap Productions is pleased to present the musical PIPPIN for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave in Downtown Skokie, from Sep 5 thru Sep 28, 2025, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 2:00 pm, with one Wed. matinee on Sep 24 at 1:30 pm. Tickets are $48 general admission, $42 for seniors and students and can be purchased online at SkokieTheatre.org or by calling 847-677-7761.

PIPPIN has music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked & Godspell) and a book by Roger O. Hirson. It was originally directed on Broadway by Bob Fosse and starred Ben Vereen, both of whom won Tony Awards for the production.

A captivating musical about a young man’s search for meaning and fulfillment in life. Guided by a mysterious Leading Player, young Pippin embarks on a journey of self-discovery, exploring love, war, and the pursuit of happiness. With dazzling choreography, an unforgettable score, and a mix of heart, humor, and spectacle, Pippin is an exhilarating tale of finding one’s true purpose in a world full of possibilities

PIPPIN features Andrew Buel, Ray Faiella, Gabriella Galluzzo, Molly Hamada, Erol Ibrahimovic, Kent Joseph, Kelly Killorin, CeCe Lampa, Abby Naden, Judy Rossinguolo-Rice, Conner Hensley Schroeder, Hannah Mary Simpson, and SarahAnn Sutter.

PIPPIN is directed by Pat Henderson, who directed last year’s production of South Pacific. She is joined by multi–Jeff Award winner Jeremy Ramey as Music Director, with choreography by Edward Lindem. Costume Design is by Deb Erickson, with Property Design by Michael Dwiggins and Sound Design by Elijah McTiernan. It is produced by Wendy Kaplan and Wayne Mell of MadKap Productions.

PIPPIN is the second production in MadKap Productions’ 11th season at Skokie Theatre, which started in July with A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM. A four-show subscription package is available for $149 that includes tickets to PIPPIN, plus the comedy/mystery DEATHTRAP by Ira Levin, Stephen Sondheim’s COMPANY, and Tennessee Williams’ classic drama A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE.

For reservations or additional information, visit SkokieTheatre.org, or call the box office at 847-677-7761.

MadKap is the recipient of the 2019 Artistic Excellence Award from the Village of Skokie Fine Arts Commission. Wendy Kaplan and Wayne Mell formed MadKap Productions in 2011 and have premiered ground-breaking new plays like Clutter: The True Story of the Collier Brothers Who Never Threw Anything Out and Mr. Shaw Goes To Hollywood, and Side Effects May Include, the semi-autobiographical account of Seinfeld writer Marc Jaffe’s experiences with Parkinson’s Disease which toured nationally, raising funds for Shaking With Laughter and The Michael J. Fox Foundation. MadKap Productions was formerly a resident production company at the Greenhouse Theater Center in Chicago.

The Skokie Theatre was originally built in 1912 and served as the local movie theatre for the people who lived in the Skokie area. The building fell into disrepair, until 2006 when the Skokie Valley Music Foundation spent over 1.2 million dollars to refurbish it and create a music hall that is unlike any other in the area. Its 140 comfortable seats, perfect acoustics, and elegant art deco architecture makes it a Skokie landmark. MadKap Productions took over management of the building in February, 2014 with the goal of establishing a full-time performing arts center. When not presenting plays, audiences can experience cabaret and concerts, dance, and comedy acts.