The play is set in the
9th century and uses the
medieval legend of
Charlemagne's son, Pippin (also spelled
Pepin),
heir apparent to the
Holy Roman Empire as its basis.
Producer: Stuart Ostrow
Music & Lyrics: Stephen Schwartz
Director & Choreographer: Bob Fosse
Book: Roger O. Hirson (Bob Fosse uncredited)
First opening (New York): Imperial Theatre, October 23, 1972