In Part1 and Part 2 of this Drama Musical masterclass series, Michael Kunze talked about his method of finding and choosing a suitable idea for a dramatic musical work. In Part 3 he explains another highly important aspect in the story selection process – the potential for conflict.
When the main character strives for a certain goal, and everything in his path presents growing resistance, we have a classical conflict situation. And drama means conflict!
In the Drama Musical “Marie Antoinette”, the confrontation of the spoiled, rich and superficial Queen of France with a freedom-hungry beggar girl yielded a host of conflict situations without which the otherwise boringly passive life of Marie Antoinette would have been unsuitable for a passionate story development.
Continue with Part 4 – Special Elements
Achim Thiemermann aka Chef Keem is a German-born chef and musician, since 1981 residing in Austin, Texas. As a pop music composer during the 1970's, Achim collaborated with Michael Kunze on a number of musical projects. He considers Michael as the most influential professional mentor of his life, as well as a dear personal friend.