The NYC Musical Workshop 1: Developing the World & the Want
NYC Musical Development Series at CreateTheater
The NYC Musical Workshop 1 is officially confirmed for Sunday, April 26th 2026 at 12 noon ET. The workshop will last for approximately 4 hours.
You’re about to step inside a professional musical development environment where new work is presented, evaluated, and discussed by NYC industry leaders in real time.
What You’ll Experience
As an auditor, you’ll get a rare inside look at how musicals are actually developed:
- 🎼 Live Presentations of songs and scenes in development
- 🎤 Professional Feedback from NYC producers and industry panelists
- 🧠 Structured Teaching on musical storytelling and craft
- 💬 Industry Dialogue — not just notes, but how professionals think about the work
This is the room where writers learn what makes a musical work.
Why This Matters
Most writers never get to hear how industry professionals really respond to new material.
In this workshop, you’ll:
- See what lands — and what doesn’t
- Understand how structure impacts storytelling
- Learn how professionals evaluate readiness for development
- Begin to think like a producer, not just a writer
What Happens Next
📅 Workshop Access Details
You’ll receive your Zoom link and access instructions 48 hours before the event.
📩 Check Your Inbox
We’ll also send:
- Workshop reminders
- Panelist announcements
- Optional prep materials to help you get more out of the experience
Want to Go Further?
If you find yourself thinking…
“I want feedback like this on my own work” — you’re in the right place.
Upgrade Your Experience:
- 🎭 Apply to Present in a future workshop
- 🎬 NYC Casting & Professional Video Package (for selected participants)
- 🧪 Continue into CreateTheater Development Labs & Readings
👉 Explore Next Steps: Sign Up for a Consultation
👉 Apply to Present
You’re Not Just Watching — You’re Learning the System
CreateTheater is designed to give writers a clear path from draft to production.
This workshop is your first step inside that process.
CreateTheater
Develop. Connect. Produce.
Reminder for this Workshop Observer:
- Presenters will Present and pitch their work to experienced, award-winning industry professionals
- They will receive specific, constructive feedback to advance their musical
- Gain specific insights into what libretto, lyrics and songs may be needed
- Build meaningful relationships with collaborators and decision-makers
As an observer, you will observe other projects in development and learn from their feedback. There will be time to speak with the people in the Workshop when we open up the Zoom rooms afterwards.
Thanks for your interest in this Workshop. We hope to meet you online!
Cate Cammarata, Founder & Artistic Director, CreateTheater