The choreography of Scapino Ballet was conceived and directed by Ed Wubbe.

Most of the songs were performed by a nine-piece ensemble Ice Nine,[1] (except "Ari Sleepy Too" and "Nibelungen" by Nico and "España" by Cale on piano).

"Nibelungen" is a track that Cale arranged for Nico's The Marble Index album.

[2] In a retrospective review, AllMusic wrote that the result although no showing any obvious connection to Nico, "displays a variety of colors and moods, ranging from pop to more classical styles, and often reveals a spare beauty".

[1] All tracks composed by John Cale, except "Ari Sleepy Too" and "Nibelungen" by Nico.