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To Be, or Not To Be… In the Room Where it Happens: Should musical writers attend table readings of their work?

To be, or not to be… in the room where it happens? Why we recommend that musical writers NOT attend table readings of their own work.

44 Thoughts You Have While Preparing for a Musical Table Read

POV: You just finished a draft of the show you’re writing. Now it’s time to plan a musical table read, and we hear your inner monologue.

Three Keys to Using Social Media for Musical Writers

Three key tips to guide the use of social media for musical writers (especially ones with a show to promote): Connect, Serve, and Relate.

20 Ways to Use Social Media to Promote Your New Musical (at Every Stage of Development)

20 Ways to Use Social Media to Promote Your New Musical at Every Stage of Development, from inception to profitable production.

What Music Preparation Is & Why You Need It

The piano vocal score is paramount and ought to be given the same attention in preparation as the script of your musical. Without a properly formatted piano vocal score, you risk losing valuable time, money, and resources.

Member Spotlight: Jocelyn Moen

Academy member Jocelyn Moen is an Australian performer and writer. Here’s a little about her musical writing journey and a few resources she recommends.

Preparing for Pitch Night and the Academy Reading Series

Sam Steere, a recent recipient of a Musical Writers staged reading, shares his experience and offers tips for preparing for Pitch Night and the Academy Reading Series.

Academy Reading Series Roundtable

MusicalWriters.com Producing Director Rebecca Lowrey chats with three of our writers about their experiences with the Academy Reading Series! They discuss the preparation process, the feedback they received from cast, audience and director, and how they utilized footage from the reading to create highlight reels and content for their websites, social media and submissions.

How to Integrate Your Script and Score

When it’s time to send your materials to musicians, directors, and actors, an integrated script and score will make their lives much easier!

Types of Readings for New Musical Development

Readings are an important part of musical development. Understanding the different types will help you know what’s best for where you are.

How Writers and Directors Work Together on New Musicals: An Interview with Ilana Ransom Toeplitz

Director Ilana Ransom Toeplitz generously shares her thoughts and experience on the process of working with writers on new musicals.

MusicalWriters.com Partners with Rebecca Lowrey to Create the Academy Reading Series

To support new musical works, the MusicalWriters Academy Reading Series provides cost-free semi-staged readings for our Academy membership community.

Feedback: What ACTORS Want You to Know

Magic happens when an ACTOR breathes life into a character. Welcoming their input will help you make giant strides in your show’s development. Here are some wise insights from veteran Broadway actors.

The Big Picture for Off Broadway Shows: Strategies for Success

Many aspiring theatre creators jump headfirst into producing the next Off Broadway hit. However, smart strategizing is often the key to success. Producer Victoria Lang of Broadway & Beyond Theatricals shares wise words on planning ahead.