Storytelling |
“Life is a comedy for those who think and a tragedy for those who feel. Show me a hero and I will write you a tragedy.” ~Scott Fitzgerald The Importance of Creating Empathy for Protagonists Characters in stories come in all sizes, shapes, colors, and personalities....
Writing Musicals |
The Challenge of Creating Memorable Moments Ever wonder why we mere mortals—those of us living without benefit of a photographic memory—upon seeing a musical only once, are usually unable to remember in any true detail more than a handful of scenes and production...
Writing Musicals |
There are, of course, no unimportant moments in any show. Every moment is critical. Each one must be integrated into the whole, and must be filled with conflict, suspense, and the anticipation of what is next to come. But two moments rise above all others in status:...
Writing Musicals |
“A character in a musical doesn’t really land until he or she sings.” ~ Stephen Schwartz What do audiences care about most in musicals? Is it an intricate, multi-layered plot with a great twist ending? Or might it be an array of interesting settings?...
Steve Cuden on Catharsis, Animation Writing, and Why Audiences Come Back
Steve Cuden on Jekyll & Hyde, Critical Reception, and the Long Life of a Musical
Driftwood Conversations: Hilary Sloane speaks with Steve Cuden
Steve Cuden on Screen Perspectives: Real Career Lessons for Writers
Steve Cuden on KDKA talking theatre and the 2024 Tony Awards
