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Posted: Apr 10, 2025
Composer Seeking Librettist/ Lyricist

"Dear Colleagues, I am a composer, author of more than 50 musicals, all of them were produced, predominantly in Russian-speaking theaters around the world. Now I live in New York and would be very glad to find a librettist-lyricist who would undertake to translate some of my works into English. It is desirable that this be a person with experience and some already staged works in theaters. You can find me in WIKIPEDIA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Zhurbin with gratitude, Alexander Zhurbin my e–mail is alexanderzhurbin@gmail.com"

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Alexander Zhurbin
- Librettist
- NY
- alexanderzhurbin@gmail.com
Posted: Apr 05, 2025
Librettist Seeking Composer

"“Charlotte Brontë" is a libretto, newly revised, for an opera in three acts with three scenes in each act. It is approximately 3,500 words long. The action takes place from 1824 until 1855. As children, Charlotte and her siblings, Branwell, Emily, and Anne, created imaginary heroes and kingdoms that informed their hearts and their work as writers. This libretto follows Charlotte’s life from the creation of these personas to her death. I included events that interested or charmed me, events that depicted life in the Brontë parsonage, and events that illustrated her character and personality. Most of the scenes are based on fact, but not entirely. They alternate from cheerful and playful to somber and reflective and would be suited to light and melodic and in some cases poignant music. Accompanying instrumentation could be minimal but important nonetheless. "

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Shelley Barker Shea
- CO
- shell.shea@comcast.net
Posted: Apr 02, 2025
Composer/ Dramatist/ Librettist/ Playwright/ Lyricist Seeking Director

"Seeking an experienced and passionate director to champion Evergone, an exciting new musical from composer-lyricist Ashley Jana, who also co-wrote and composed Figaro: An Original Musical, which debuted at the London Palladium on February 3 and 4, 2025, and had a world premiere album released by Van Dean's Center Stage Records. Set in a town where reality and myth intertwine, Evergone follows an imaginative protagonist drawn into a transformative journey sparked by a mysterious phenomenon in the sky. Rich with psychological depth, magical realism, and themes of reclaiming identity, this project is poised to resonate with contemporary audiences. The ideal candidate will have strong industry relationships, a visionary directorial approach, and the enthusiasm to actively connect the project with dedicated producers. This is an opportunity to collaborate closely on a work with significant creative momentum and potential for meaningful impact. Please contact Ashley Jana at ashleyjana@live.com or 845-893-0939 to discuss this promising opportunity further."

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Ashley Jana
- Composer
- NY
- ashleyjana@live.com
- 8458930939
Posted: Mar 13, 2025
Composer Seeking Librettist/ Playwright

"I have written the story and 20 songs for an original musical and have partnered with an arranger and recorded 90+ minutes of the songs from the show. I'm seeking a collaborator who can work with me to fully flesh out/write the book and ideally partner or provide feedback on the musical front. All but one of the songs can be found here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2NkoCFm5Ft7Rl4bBfkqQSn?si=43186c3334a…. The story has been germinating for over 30 years and was originally performed at Harvard University in 1994. The genre/tone is similar to Les Miserables. "
Chris Fortunato
- Composer
- MA
- christophermfortunato@gmail.com
- 9082352883
Posted: Mar 10, 2025
Dramatist/ Librettist/ Playwright/ Lyricist Seeking Composer

"Hello, I am an experienced playwright/librettist seeking a composer to write the music for "lady of little means" , a musical about a New Orleans Creole woman and the house she inherits. The play was performed as a "straight play" and now I am looking to adapt it into a musical. I have had a play at the National Playwrights' Conference and founded my own professional theatre which produced 72 new plays in over 12 years. https://loblollytheatre.com/Home_Page.html Ideally, my collaborator would be well versed in classic American Musical Theatre and New Orleans musical styles. The script is ready to be read and worked on. Thanks, Hunt Scarritt"

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Mallory
- Librettist
- LA
- huntscarritt@yahoo.com
- 7044906660
Posted: Mar 06, 2025
Playwright Seeking Playwright/ Dramaturg

"I am the author of the play where the lead female role is unreasonably diagnosed with schizophrenia, and she now suddenly is aware that she is in a play and can see that she is on a stage and can see the audience. The play supports the mythology stories, combined with several biblical passages, while also affirming that the LGBTQ+ community can be involved in the Christian church. This play was inspired by my relationship with God and my manic episodes. The play is complete in nature, but I am open to any ideas that will make the story even better!"

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Finished
Daniel Grimes
- Playwright
- TX
- supernovaoconner@gmail.com
- 903-467-8814
Posted: Mar 04, 2025
Librettist/ Playwright/ Lyricist Seeking Composer/ Lyricist

"I have written the libretto to a musical entitled "ILY". It tells the story of two high school girls from very different backgrounds who find themselves falling in love. The piece touches on religion, family dynamics, love, finding one's identity, and accepting those around us. I am looking for a composer to come alongside me and add music and orchestration to the lyrics I have written. I am also open to the collaborator adjusting lyrics or the two of us working together to re-work/add/or take away songs. I can't wait to hear from you and see where this goes."

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Ryan Vaughan
- Librettist
- OH
- ryan.gale.vaughan@gmail.com
- (513)954-9923
Posted: Feb 22, 2025
Composer/ Librettist/ Playwright/ Lyricist Seeking Director

"Hello.. I am beginning to market my musical theatre piece, "The Virtuoso" . Seeking an experienced musical theatre director who has interest in porting this Musical to Broadway and/or West End Theatres. A completed table read may be seen by invitation, this contains all the songs and story but not the dancing. The piece is 1.5 hours long with a 15 minute intermission. The story depicts the life of a virtuoso flautist who rises from poverty and emotional deprivation to international stardom, with some serious bumps along the way. Themes of loss, failure, success, love, joy, sorrow, abandonment and redemption are present. The period is from 1930 through 1972. Costumes go from the flapper era to more modern clothing. By turns touching, humorous, sexy, very funny, and charming. It is not a kiddie show as it depicts domestic violence, alcoholislm, betrayal, illness and even a run with the devil. The music is memorable, high quality with full orchestrations and excellent singers. I would welcome your input and interest. Light pay is available in the early phases. Music, Lyrics and Libretto are Copyrighted 2024. This work is entirely fictional and not based on any specific person. "

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Finished
Mary D Colony MD
- Composer
- VA
- oswegoERdoc@gmail.com
- 9178411355
Posted: Feb 19, 2025
Composer/ Librettist/ Playwright/ Lyricist Seeking Librettist/ Playwright/ Lyricist

"In the early stages of a new Musical loosely adapted from The Magic Flute and partly, also loosely, autobiographical. Looking for someone to co-write the book and lyrics with me."

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Zachary Isrow
Posted: Feb 16, 2025
Librettist Seeking Composer/ Lyricist

"Seeking a composer and lyricists for a musical based on the novel "The Story of Madrika," which depicts an intelligent and adventurous 16-year-old living in a contemporary enchanted forest with her beloved grandmother. When Grandma passes away, Madrika discovers her own magical powers, and embarks on a fantastic journey to fulfill a quest -- with wondrous beings at her side. The book was self-published by author Rosanna Pittella in Dec. 2023 and was recently picked up by Pegasus Publishers. Pittella engaged librettist/playwright Terence Keyes to adapt it into the musical, "Madrika," and they seek to collaborate with a composer & lyricist to give full dynamic life to this colorful story (of Enchanted Forest joins Hogwarts meets Defying Gravity). "

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Terence Keyes
- Librettist
- CT
- TKEduca@gmail.com
Posted: Feb 08, 2025
Librettist Seeking Arranger/ Orchestrator

"The story telling device is Leonardo da Vinci presenting an entertainment with all the music coming from him, his imagined mechanical devices, things that he might have available or INVENTED. Though the score is 21st century theatrical harmonies and melodies, the current orchestrations are too big, too filmic. We're looking for a kind of inventive blend; a small selection of instruments used melodically, but INVENTIVELY (if that makes sense). If it goes well, approx 10 additional songs. Thanks "

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Finished
Mark Masi
- Librettist
- CA
- MARKMASI@GMAIL.COM
- 8188595906
Posted: Feb 11, 2025
Composer/ Lyricist Seeking Playwright

"I am a composer/lyricist looking for a new show to work on. I have worked shows in many different genres, have won awards at major festivals, and have a new show currently being developed for Broadway. I like to stay busy, keep my tools sharpened and keep the pipeline full, so if you're looking for a composer or lyricist who gets things done let's talk!"

My work is

In Process
Gregory Becker
- Composer
- TN
- gregbecker88@gmail.com
- 6154148028

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