Services and Packages
If you’re looking for help writing a musical — whether that’s story structure, character arcs, lyrics, or song development — this page outlines the mentorship and dramaturgy services I offer to support composers, lyricists, and bookwriters at every stage of the creative process.
You can choose any of the options below, or reach out via the contact form on the ‘About’ page if you’d like to discuss your project before committing.
Once you book a session or package, I’ll email you personally to arrange our meeting. All sessions are scheduled collaboratively — we’ll find a time that works comfortably for both of us..
Click below for more info on each package.
A focused, one-off session designed to explore your project, your goals, and the creative challenges you’re facing. This is a professional advisory meeting — not a sales call — and offers real guidance whether you choose to work with me further or not.
We’ll discuss your musical in detail, clarify where you are in the writing process, and identify the areas where targeted support can help you move forward. Whether you’re developing a new idea, refining existing material, or seeking clarity on structure, songs, or story, this introductory consultation provides practical insight and creative direction.
It’s an ideal starting point for writers considering ongoing mentorship, or for anyone looking for initial professional guidance on their show.
Focused, personalised sessions where we dive into the specific challenges of your work—whether that’s shaping a song, clarifying a character arc, fixing structural issues, or exploring the emotional logic of a moment. These sessions offer honest, detailed feedback and practical solutions you can apply immediately, giving you momentum, clarity, and a stronger sense of artistic direction.
For many writers, having regular monthly guidance provides steady progress without the pressure of a fixed programme. Ongoing mentorship creates space to develop at your own pace, revisit material as it evolves, and stay creatively accountable. Whether you’re juggling a long-term writing project, navigating new ideas as they emerge, or simply wanting a professional dramaturg in your corner each month, this flexible, continuous support helps you keep moving forward with clarity and confidence.
For writers seeking expert insight on a draft or a specific section of their musical, I offer detailed dramaturgical analysis tailored to your goals. This includes a close reading of/listening to your material, notes on songs, clarity, form, structure, and character, and clear recommendations for next steps. Ideal for writers who want a fresh, professional perspective to elevate their material before moving into deeper development.
A comprehensive, project-driven mentoring package designed for writers who want consistent guidance and meaningful progress.
Across six separate sessions across up to 6 months, we’ll examine your show in depth—its story engine, score, characters, themes, and pacing—while building new work with intention and craft. This is where real transformation happens: structured, cumulative feedback that strengthens your writing from foundation to finish.
A comprehensive, 6-12 month mentoring programme designed for writers who want deep, consistent guidance and significant creative progress.
Across twelve separate sessions, we’ll explore your musical from every angle—its story engine, structure, score, character journeys, thematic clarity, pacing, and emotional architecture—while developing new work with precision and purpose. With space to iterate, refine, and evolve across multiple drafts, this programme offers the most substantial level of support: structured, cumulative feedback that transforms your writing and strengthens your musical from its foundation to its final moments.
For theatres, producers, and creative teams seeking a comprehensive, professional analysis of a musical in development, I offer an in-depth dramaturgical pass designed to strengthen structure, storytelling, character, and song function at every level.
This premium service includes a complete read-through and/or listen-through of the musical, accompanied by a detailed dramaturgical report tailored to the specific needs of the project. The analysis covers:
Structural integrity — examining the act shape, pacing, reversals, transitions, and narrative cohesion
Character arcs — assessing clarity, motivation, progression, and emotional logic
Song architecture — identifying dramatic function, placement, purpose, and structural effectiveness
Thematic clarity — evaluating the show’s voice, tone, and thematic throughlines
Dialogue & lyric craft — notes on clarity, subtext, rhythm, exposition, setups/payoffs, and musicality
Book-to-score integration — ensuring songs and scenes support one another with dramatic precision
Red flags & friction points — spotlighting areas that may hinder staging, storytelling, or audience comprehension
A forward development plan — offering clear, actionable recommendations for the next rewrite phase
The report is accompanied by a 60–90 minute Zoom or in-person session (subject to location) to discuss the analysis in detail, address questions, and outline a tailored pathway for the show’s next stage of development.
This service is ideal for:
theatres commissioning or producing new work
creative teams preparing for workshops, labs, or readings
writers and producers seeking a professional external lens before major development steps
projects approaching funding applications or industry presentations
With over two decades of experience writing and developing new musicals internationally, I bring a rigorous but supportive dramaturgical approach that centres clarity, emotional truth, and craft — helping each project move confidently toward its best and most stage-ready version.
FAQs
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Starting a musical can feel daunting, especially without a framework or guidance. In our early sessions, I help you define the core of your project — the central question, the world, the characters, and the musical logic. Once you understand what your show wants to be, we build a development pathway that turns your idea into a structured, stage-ready piece. You don’t need to start alone; that’s what I’m here for.
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Yes. If you prefer consistent, long-term support, you can book a monthly mentorship subscription. This gives you one 60-minute session each month, taken at a flexible pace that suits your workflow. It’s ideal for writers who want steady progress without committing to a structured programme. Many clients use this option to stay creatively accountable and keep their projects moving forward.
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Not at all. Many writers come to me with only a spark — an image, a character, a theme, or even just the feeling of a show they want to write. My role is to help you clarify that idea, understand what the story wants to be, and identify the musical logic that will shape it. Together, we build the foundation so you can develop your piece with intention and confidence.
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A musical isn’t defined by plot complexity — it’s defined by emotional stakes and the need to sing. In our sessions, we’ll explore your idea’s dramatic engine, its characters, and what songs might reveal that dialogue alone cannot. Strength grows through development, and often an idea just needs the right framework to show its potential.
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Absolutely. Musical theatre is a collaborative art form, and great stories can come from writers of all musical backgrounds. Whether you’re composing, working with a collaborator, or focusing on book and lyrics, I can help you understand musical storytelling, song function, and the craft needed to shape a compelling piece. Musical fluency grows over time; clarity of intention is where we begin.
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Yes — this is one of the most common reasons writers seek mentorship. We’ll diagnose where the piece is straining: structure, pacing, song placement, character arcs, or thematic clarity. From there, we create a clear, manageable plan for revision. Musicals evolve through rewriting, and having an experienced dramaturg beside you can transform that process from overwhelming to productive.
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Yes. Whether you’re a composer/lyricist duo, a full book/music/lyrics team, or collaborators still defining your roles, I can help guide your shared vision and support you through development. Team dynamics are an essential part of musical theatre, and part of my role is helping you align creatively and build a clear, unified approach to your piece.
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Progress depends on the stage of your project and how much time you can devote between sessions, but most writers feel a shift very quickly — often within the first meeting. My focus is on clarity: once you know what your show is, why it sings, and what the next steps are, momentum becomes natural.
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Yes. As a composer and lyricist myself, I work across all elements of musical theatre writing. Whether you need guidance on lyric craft, song structure, underscoring, musical motifs, or the emotional architecture of a number, I can help refine both the writing and the intention behind it.
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That’s absolutely fine. Many of my clients are writing their first musical. What matters is your willingness to learn, explore, and commit to the process. I’ll meet you exactly where you are and help you build the skills and confidence needed to tell your story through music.
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This is personalised, one-to-one mentorship tailored entirely to you and your project. There’s no generic curriculum or one-size-fits-all structure. Every session centers on your show, your voice, your challenges, and the specific craft tools you need in that moment. It’s direct, focused, premium development — not group instruction.
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Yes. I can help refine your material, strengthen structure and pacing, polish lyrics and scenes, and shape your script so it communicates clearly to performers, directors, and producers. Development moments are crucial — and having professional insight beforehand can make a significant difference.
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Writers choose this mentorship because they want clarity, progress, and a professional creative partner who understands the craft inside out. The pricing reflects both the level of expertise and the personalised, long-term nature of the work. If you’re serious about developing your musical, the investment ensures you receive the focused, transformative support your project deserves.