Musicals and More
I say Musicals and “More” because last I reported I was working on one. Now, delightfully, there’s another.
Musical #1 started with a book (the script) and then came the music — about 25 songs and counting. We’ve got no $$ (yet) but it looks like we may have found a director or a “dramaturge” — the latest new word in my theatrical vocabulary. He’s into it. He gets it. He’s SMART.
Not long after I sent my hopes for Musical #1 into the universe, the universe came back at me with a second Musical opportunity. Carl D. White and Greg Rae of Martian Entertainment — two sharp and seasoned Broadway producers reached out as they were looking for a composer for a show about a young female runner who broke impressive records some decades ago.
They envisioned music with the flavor of the 60’s and 70’s — The Byrds, The Mamas & The Papas, Motown, Dusty Springfield. ‘Ummm.‘I think you’ve found your girl.’ (Have you seen my necklace?)
No surprise — I said YAAAAAAS! And I suggested I co-compose with my husband Adam with whom I’ve spent 30 years and never realized how suited we were as collaborators until we took on a few projects over the dreaded covid. Who knew?
In the case of Musical #2 the songs are being written before the book which may seem like the tail wagging the dog but it actually makes sense in that A Musical is about the MUSIC!
Carl and Greg have been enlightening mentors and guides. They took a chance on us and it doesn’t appear they regret it. I get so excited when we send them a new song … just like I did when I used to send a song to my publisher with a dream of getting it to Whitney.
I needed these new gigs. I needed to wake up and have a purpose. Because you may remember I have a ring in my ear that’s been maddening. 8 months and counting. But if I’m immersed in a task, I’m less aware of it. I found a tinnitus “guru” who is counseling me, holding my hand so to speak. One talk with him and I’m feeling less dark and more positive.
As part of my Musical education I see a Broadway show whenever I’m in town. Took in The Notebook last night and I must report I found it totally underwhelming. No plot twist. No memorable song. No sizzle in the relationship. I thought my friend Sue might’ve felt bad for suggesting we go. Au contraire. If everything blows me away, I might lose the nerve to continue my journey.
Today is sunny in the city. 55. Just Beautiful. Most of my biz for this jaunt is done and the day is mine. All mine. I walk into Madison Read to get my hair did and they’re NOT playing Bombastic music! 😀 They apologize for running a little late. I could care less. I have plenty more hours to while away. Perhaps I’ll stroll Central Park and ponder yet again all its glory. Maybe I’ll check out Michael Imperioli’s new bar tonight. Maybe I’ll just order in and watch a flick. NY takes a lot out of you. You have to find time to reflect and regroup.
Thanks for staying with me. I stopped blogging every single week. I’ve been more introspective than ‘outrospective’ lately. But I’m still here and so are you and that makes me happy. I hope you entertain a new endeavor. It’s revitalizing. Have a great weekend. 🐣🐇
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