Directed on-stage by Chrisjohn Hancock, The Lieder's latest musical number Pippin plays on just that.

In a world brimming with opportunities, finding a meaningful purpose and his perfect "corner of the sky" consumes the young scholar's mind.

Blake Selmes is the perfect Pippin - energetic with a lovely voice made for the stage.

"When you're extraordinary, you gotta do extraordinary things," he sings.

It's this self-awareness, this built up perception that he is above the ordinary, that sends him searching and sets the story in motion.

In this pursuit, he tries his hand at this and that - war, politics, education, art, romance - before falling into abject despair.

Without spoiling what has been dubbed the greatest finale in civilised history - I'll just say the final scenes were among the most thought-provoking and well-performed of the production.

At times twisted and downright absurd, Pippin is entertaining, yes, but also holds deeper meaning for those who, like Pippin, think a little too much.

In the end, the message is one as true as time - it's the simple things, the journey, that makes life mean something. And that's all I'll say about that.

The musical numbers are catchy and well performed, with strong vocal performances by, well, everyone. Sweet harmonies, soaring solos and jazzy choreography fill the two hour show.

Alfie Walker leads the Band of Players, a fantastical troupe driven by the need to put on a perfect finale.

My only true criticism was that, at times, I found it hard to hear. Between a soaring band and a whispering audience, it drowned out the stage in some parts.

The set design is simple and cozy - utilising coloured lights and smoke effects to set the mood.

The band, directed by Marianne Powles, is hidden away on a platform overseeing the chaos below.

A crowd favourite moment was Kathy Campbell's solo as Pippin's grandmother, Berthe. Complete with a corset and aerial trapeze, Campbell earned wolf whistles and a hearty applause with her performance of 'No Time At All'.

"Oh, it's time to start livin'" she cries.

Pippin will officially open to audiences tonight from 7:30pm.

Performances will then be held on Friday July 15 and 22 at 7.30pm, Saturday July 9, 16 and 23 at 7.30pm and Wednesday, July 20 at 7.30pm.

A matinee will be held on Saturday July 16 at 2pm.

Tickets are available at www.liedertheatre.com, or in person at the Goulburn Medical Clinic. For inquiries, phone 48 215 066.