Musical Writers | Articles by Carol de Giere

Song Rewrites – Tips for the Musical Writing Journey

May 18, 2016 | 0 |

Anyone creating a new musical needs a strategy or attitude to carry them through what may seem like an endless revision process. Stephen Schwartz shares tips on songwriting and making it through the writing, testing, and rewriting phases of musical development.

Inside NYMF and Other Musical Theatre Festivals, Part 2

Jul 31, 2015 | 0 |

In Part 2 of of this series, Eric Sirota, a composer, lyricist, and bookwriter, shares his experiences on the festival scene, including NYMF, the Dream-Up Festival and the Midtown International Theatre Festival.

Inside NYMF (New York Musical Theatre Festival) and Other Festivals, Part 1

Jul 25, 2015 | 0 |

Once a musical is ready to be heard, many writers consider submitting their show to a theater festival such as NYMF (The New York Musical Theatre Festival) or various Fringe festivals. In Part 1 of of this series, we hear from Matthew Gurren along with Jared and Jessica Field about their experiences in NYMF and the Fresh Fruit Festival.