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Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie . . .
Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie . . .
Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie . . .
Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie . . .
Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie . . .
Developing a Musical
Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie . . .
Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie . . .
Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie or history . . .
Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie or history . . .
Developing a Musical
The musical can start in several ways. It
may be inspired by an original work such as
a book or a movie, or it may come from a
completely new idea developed by a
playwright.
Developing a Musical
Once there is a script, or “book,” the writer
contacts a composer and/or lyricist. They
begin creating music and lyrics to go with the
piece.
Developing a Musical
This is not always true, however. There
have been musicals developed with only a
vague concept and the music has been more
important that the script.
Developing a Musical
This is not always true, however. There
have been musicals developed with only a
vague concept and the music has been more
important that the script. The musical
“Nunsense” started with some humorous
postcards that were later turned into skits
and songs that were even later linked
together to form a full show.
Developing a Musical
Once the playwright, composer and lyricist
are happy with a draft of the show, they
decide to produce the show or look for a
theatre to perform the show.
Developing a Musical
Once the playwright, composer and lyricist
are happy with a draft of the show, they
decide to produce the show or look for a
theatre to perform the show. If the show is
accepted, they begin auditions for actors and
choose a director.
Developing a Musical
At this point, a creative team is brought in to
help with the production.
Developing a Musical
At this point, a creative team is brought in to
help with the production. This includes the
Costume Designer. . .
Developing a Musical
At this point, a creative team is brought in to
help with the production. This includes the
Costume Designer, the Lighting Designer. . .
Developing a Musical
At this point, a creative team is brought in to
help with the production. This includes the
Costume Designer, the Lighting Designer,
the Set Designer. . .
Developing a Musical
At this point, a creative/ design team is
brought in to help with the production. This
includes the Costume Designer, the Lighting
Designer, the Set Designer and the Sound
Designer.
Developing a Musical
Choreography, or dance movement, is also
developed by a Choreographer who tries to
enhance the song and lyrics through the
movements of the actors.
Developing a Musical
In addition, there may be a Props Master,
Developing a Musical
In addition, there may be a Props Master,
Stage Manager,
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In addition, there may be a Props Master,
Stage Manager, and
Assistant Stage
Manager.
Developing a Musical
These people all bring their expertise to the
production to better help the Director,
Playwright, Composer and Lyricist bring their
artistic vision to life.
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In the meantime, actors are rehearsing.
Developing a Musical
In the meantime, actors are practicing their
lines, songs and “blocking.”
Developing a Musical
In the meantime, actors are practicing their
lines, songs and “blocking.” “Blocking”
means their movements on the stage.
Developing a Musical
In the meantime, actors are practicing their
lines, songs and “blocking.” “Blocking”
means their movements on the stage.
Although their movements may appear to be
spontaneous, the actions of the characters
are carefully planned and rehearsed.
Developing a Musical
Tech Week – After weeks of rehearsal, it is
time to put all the elements of the play
together into one, organic whole.
Developing a Musical
Tech Week – After weeks of rehearsal, it is
time to put all the elements of the play
together into one, organic whole. Hopefully,
the set is now complete and the actors can
rehearse on it.
Developing a Musical
Tech Week – After weeks of rehearsal, it is
time to put all the elements of the play
together into one, organic whole. Hopefully,
the set is now complete and the actors can
rehearse on it.
Developing a Musical
Tech Week – Lighting technicians hang and
focus lights on the stage. Light cues are
rehearsed.
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Tech Week – Sound cues are incorporated
into the action.
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Tech Week – Actors practice with all of the
props. Make up is used and experimented
with.
Developing a Musical
Tech Week – Actors practice with all of the
props. Make up is used and experimented
with.
Developing a Musical
Tech Week – Actors practice with all of the
props. Last minute adjustments are made to
costumes.
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Dress Rehearsal – Actors practice with all of
the props and run the show as if they are in
front of a live audience.
Developing a Musical
Dress Rehearsal – Actors practice with all of
the props and run the show as if they are in
front of a live audience.
Developing a Musical
Dress Rehearsal – Actors practice with all of
the props and run the show as if they are in
front of a live audience.
Developing a Musical
Opening Night – The show goes on, usually
with a receptive audience filled with friends,
family and supporters.
Developing a Musical
Opening Night – The show goes on, usually
with a receptive audience filled with friends,
family and supporters. If the producers are
lucky, a reviewer attends and writes a
favorable review.
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Full Run of the Show – With luck and good
word-of-mouth, the show does well and sells
out during much of the run.
Developing a Musical
Full Run of the Show –
With luck and good wordof-mouth, the show does
well. The lobby is full of
happy and satisfied
customers.