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A musical centered on Joseph Bologne signals a growing movement in the arts that prioritizes diversity in storytelling. As audiences learn about historical figures often neglected in conventional narratives, the call for stories reflecting diverse experiences becomes stronger.

There is a quiet anticipation woven into the fabric of creation. The earth groans, the skies tremble, the stars lean in—waiting. Waiting for what? Not another political leader. Not another technological marvel. But for the children of God to be revealed. To rise, stand, and walk in the fullness of who they are—trusting fully, believing wholly, moving boldly.

When asked to speak about what it means to be a Black artist, I find myself at a crossroads.

There's something both terrifying and exhilarating about writing a musical entirely on your own. The blank page stares back at you...

The landscape of music notation software has witnessed a seismic shift with the announcement of the sunsetting of Finale...

Readings are a crucial step in developing a musical. If transitioning your show from script to stage were a road trip, a reading would be...