Aug 30, 2009

Michael’s Drama Musicals masterclass introduced us so far to the topics of conception, idea analysis and conflict potential. Three more special elements are examined closely during the search for the perfect Drama Musical story. 1. The penetration of the “fourth wall” Similar to the engaging solo performance of a theater darling, the musical...

Aug 30, 2009

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...

Aug 30, 2009

After Part 1 – Conception, Michael continues his Drama Musical masterclass series with his insights on the suitability of an idea for a potential musical realization. First – where do these ideas come from? A book or a magazine article, an episode of one’s personal everyday life experience, a story we’ve heard somewhere – all these...

Aug 24, 2009

Any creative individual will admit that the abundant flow of ideas drastically exceeds the available time for their realization. So, how do you pick and choose? Michael Kunze suggests these questions… Is my idea suitable for a musical? Am I thrilled by this idea? Am I still excited about my concept – 1, 2, 3 years later? Am I willing to support this...