Unearthing Gems: Where to Find Musical Story Ideas
Where Do Musical Ideas Come From? A question commonly asked of writers is, “Where do you get your musical story ideas?” Fair enough, though I think it should be obvious. The simple answer is, “Everywhere.” Of course, that’s easy for me to say and doesn’t tell you...
Unlocking Emotional Depth: The Role of Musical Lyrics
The Pitfalls of Misusing Musical Lyrics One of the traps that novice writers of musicals frequently step into is the misapplication of lyrics. Although most every memorable musical tells a story, the songs should rarely have the burden of explaining the narrative or...
Crafting Protagonists: The Importance of a Superobjective
The protagonist’s superobjective is the driving force that keeps audiences engaged in the hero’s journey. ~Steve Cuden Establishing the Protagonist’s Superobjective Every protagonist worthy of our attention, affection, and time needs a grand goal to...
Creating Conflict, How Sweet It Is
“Conflict is not merely a clash of opposing forces; it’s the convergence of a character’s goal, an insurmountable obstacle, and an unwavering resolve to overcome adversity.” ~Hal Ackerman, professor In the vast landscape of storytelling, one...Study the Greats
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