composer Archives • Maestra

Multicultural Maestras Vol. 1: Japan

Four Japanese Maestras examine modern musical theatre trends and culture in Japan – known for its long-standing theatre traditions.

Helen Park On the Art Of Writing a Good Hook

Composer Helen Park discusses the art of writing a good hook and her journey into the world of musical theatre.

Musical Theatre in West Asia

West Asian musical theatre artists on representation in the industry, growing scenes in their own countries, and the change they wish to see.

The Case for a DEIA Officer

Vaibu Mohan discusses her vision of what the future could look like if every theatrical space made a firm commitment to appoint a DEIA coordinator.

Angela Morley: a Pioneering Musician in the LGBTQ+ Community

Angela Morley was a pioneering English composer, arranger, orchestrator, music director, conductor, and performer whose illustrious career extended across countless film, television, and theatre projects – especially TV and movie musicals.

Women Who Wow Us: Spotlight 18 (Carmel Dean)

Women Who Wow Us: Spotlight 18. We interviewed Carmel Dean, a Composer, Arranger, Music Director and Pianist. Her musical Renascence was produced Off-Broadway by the award-winning Transport Group, and was named Best New Musical at the 2018 Off-Broadway Alliance Awards.