Why Writing a Musical is So HARD (But Rewarding)

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Writing a musical is hard. And you may think you know why, but I can almost guarantee that you’d be incorrect. Most people think it’s because there’s so much complexity that goes into telling a story onstage with music and production elements. But that’s not quite the reason musicals are so difficult to write, and write well. Join me as we deep dive to uncover precisely what makes writing a good musical, simply, so difficult.

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The SECRET to Unforgettable Musical Theatre Songs (2024)

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There are 3 key ingredients that make up the SECRET to crafting a truly unforgettable musical theatre song. And no, they aren’t the generic “music, lyrics, and hook.” I’m talking about what goes into the creation of musical theatre songs that stick with you long after you’ve left the theater - possibly even for years. Whether you're a budding composer, a seasoned lyricist, or simply a fan of musical theatre, this video will unveil the techniques and elements that make songs truly memorable.

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The 7 Biggest Mistakes New & Beginner Musical Theatre Writers Make

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Every new or beginner musical theatre writer is bound to make mistakes along their journey. I certainly did, and I work with clients all the time who come to me having made many of these mistakes before seeking help. But I’m here to help all of you and prevent you from doing the same! So, here are seven of the biggest and most common musical theatre writing mistakes that I see amongst aspiring and emerging musical writers.

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How To Make Composer Demos WITHOUT Playing Piano - 2024

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Learn how to create low-lift composer demos without the need to play the piano or guitar. Discover easy techniques and tools to showcase your musical compositions effectively. Perfect especially for new composers looking to enhance their demo creation process in 2024 and beyond!

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I Wrote a Musical in 4 Days...And it's Actually Good

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I wrote a complete musical script in just 4 days. But could I really create a compelling storyline, engaging plot, and full character development in such a short amount of time? Get ready for an inside look at the process of writing a musical in record time!

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So, You Want to Write a Musical… (How to Write a Musical in 2024)

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Whether it’s because you had an idea that you think would be great, you’re chasing the success of a smash hit, or you think you could be the next breakout writer…you want to write a musical. Well, you came to the right place! There are a lot of questions you are likely to have and it can be difficult to know where to start, so let’s simplify.

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Pink Pony Club: A Storytelling Masterclass for Composers and Lyricists Thanks to Chappell Roan

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Beautiful character, conflict, musical development, and storytelling in a pop song that works as well as (if not better) than many musical theatre songs? And not just any pop song, but a banger and a hit written and performed by the queer rising-star pop icon, Chappell Roan: Pink Pony Club.

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Scrivener & Writing Musical Theatre - My Writing Software Review

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Scrivener, Final Draft, Celtx, WriterDuet…there is a ton of writing software out there to choose from. Although there are clear standards for screenwriting, theatrical writing gets a little lost in the mix. For the past six years plus I’ve been using Scrivener as my go-to, so here is my full review of Scrivener and why I think it’s a great choice.

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“Suffs” on Broadway: A Full Review from Your Musical Theatre Writing Coach

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“Suffs” on Broadway is entirely unique for many reasons - not the least of which is that the entire cast and team are both made up entirely of women and nonbinary folks. But does this alone make a great musical? How does “Suffs” compare when stacked up against the quality we all long for in a piece of new musical theatre on Broadway?

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The 4 Things Every GREAT Musical Theatre Writer Needs

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Writers, we all want to take the stories that we want to tell, spin them into great musicals that people fall in love with, and get them seen, heard, and produced on our biggest ideal stages - whether that’s on Broadway, the West End, or anywhere else. But how are we going to get there? Let’s break it down.

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The Secret Life of a Musical Theatre Song (what no one ever sees)

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There is an entire secret life to the journey of a musical theatre song that no one ever sees. The version of a song that’s presented to an audience, or that’s is published and licensed, is only the final version of something that often took years and multiple iterations to create. Let’s take an in-depth look at what this secret life can look like from a song’s first version to its final form.

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STOP Trying to Please Everyone! How to Actually Be Universal in Your Musicals

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Stop trying to please everyone with your musicals! It cannot be done. When you try to write a story that appeals to all…you actually end up appealing to nobody. In writing for an audience, specificity is actually your biggest ally in writing a universal story. And I know it sounds counterintuitive, but it’s true. So, here’s how we do it!

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3 Writing Tips to Avoid Losing Your Audience in Your Musicals

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Writing a musical is a large and often difficult endeavor. Every moment, note, lyric, word choice, rhyme, and rhythm has been carefully chosen, and you want to pull your audience into that story to fall as deeply in love with what you’ve created as you have! But in order to for that to happen and for your audience to remain with you all the way through the finale of your show, it is critical that you do not lose them along the way.

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5 Weird & Effective Songs with Unusual 32-Bar Structures in Musical Theatre

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What if, instead of fully breaking the rules, we decided to put a twist on them? How can doing this with something like the 32-bar chorus grant permission for you to experiment within your own writing? Here are 5 examples of unusual 32-bar choruses in musicals that, for whatever reasons, just simply…work.

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One of My Favorite Writing Books:

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The Writer’s Journey by Christopher Vogler:

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If You Want to Write Lyrics Without Music, Try THIS!

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You want to write song…but you don’t have any music. Of course you could go find a composer, or ask the composer you already have, but maybe you’ve run into a few roadblocks. Here are some ways that you, my lyricist friend, can overcome this music-less blockade!

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One of My Favorite Writing Books:

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The Writer’s Journey by Christopher Vogler:

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Should Characters KNOW They’re Singing in a Musical? (Diegetic vs. Non-Diegetic)

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Do people in musicals know that they’re singing? Can they know? Should they know? Can a show mix and match? And what does “diegetic” mean? Should all music in a musical be non-diegetic???

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Do you want to learn *how to write* Musical Theatre? Are you looking for a *warm and welcoming community* of writers?

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One of My Favorite Writing Books:

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The Writer’s Journey by Christopher Vogler:

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10 Mistakes When Looking for a Collaborator in Musical Theatre

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Here are 10 mistakes you might be making when looking for a musical theatre writing collaborator. It’s not an easy process, and these errors just might be slowing you down and helping you get in your own way!

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Do you want to learn *how to write* Musical Theatre? Are you looking for a *warm and welcoming community* of writers?

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One of My Favorite Writing Books:

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The Writer’s Journey by Christopher Vogler:

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The BMI Musical Theatre Workshop: Everything Composers & Lyricists Need to Know

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I constantly receive questions from writers about the Lehman Engel BMI Musical Theatre Workshop, since I went through the program and I talk about musical theatre writing all the time. I get asked about my experience, the submission process, the auditions, and generally what the program is actually like. If you’ve ever wondered about the BMI Workshop and whether or not it’s a good fit for you, then this video will give you what you’re looking for!

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Do you want to learn *how to write* Musical Theatre? Are you looking for a *warm and welcoming community* of writers?

Then check out the MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE or FLAGSHIP MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING WORKSHOP COURSE!

One of My Favorite Writing Books:

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The Writer’s Journey by Christopher Vogler:

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If you would like to join the Cast and become part of the Musical Theatre Writer Guy community, subscribe to never miss a video, follow the links below to learn more, and consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help Michael create more content!

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10 Life-Changing CREATIVITY HABITS for the Emerging Musical Theatre Writer

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Here are 10 creativity habits that are life-changing for emerging musical theatre writers. I was introduced and immersed in these concepts while taking part in an experience that drastically altered my writing and creativity forever, and now I’m sharing the wisdom I have gained with all of you!

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Do you want to learn *how to write* Musical Theatre? Are you looking for a *warm and welcoming community* of writers?

Then check out the MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE or FLAGSHIP MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING WORKSHOP COURSE!

One of My Favorite Writing Books:

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The Writer’s Journey by Christopher Vogler:

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If you would like to join the Cast and become part of the Musical Theatre Writer Guy community, subscribe to never miss a video, follow the links below to learn more, and consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help Michael create more content!

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Making an Original Musical From Start to Finish (Idea, Planning, Structure, First Draft)

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Artists and audiences are constantly talking about original musicals, saying things like: “There are no original musicals anymore!” “Why is everything an adaptation?” “I wish someone would write something original!” And perhaps you’ve thought to yourself: “Hey, maybe I could be that person who writes an amazing original musical!”…But how???

APPLY for the Flagship Musical Theatre Writing Workshop Course:

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For Writers:

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MR Creative Studio LIBRETTO FORMATTING GUIDE: https://michaelradi.thrivecart.com/libretto-formatting-guide/

Do you want to learn *how to write* Musical Theatre? Are you looking for a *warm and welcoming community* of writers?

Then check out the MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE or FLAGSHIP MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING WORKSHOP COURSE!

One of My Favorite Writing Books:

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The Writer’s Journey by Christopher Vogler:

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Amazon Link

If you would like to join the Cast and become part of the Musical Theatre Writer Guy community, subscribe to never miss a video, follow the links below to learn more, and consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help Michael create more content!

Cheers!

Michael’s Patreon Community:

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Learn more about The King’s Legacy on the website:

https://www.thekingslegacymusical.com/

And listen to/watch numbers from The King’s Legacy on YouTube starting at:

https://youtu.be/YSp0q-6KQeo

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