“Crazy But True (Part 1)” by Sonya Hayden & Jon Hugo Ungar, performed by Meaghan Sands & Jordan Bell
In this short romantic comedy musical, two awkward, lonely individuals meet in a deserted subway station and must decide whether to pursue their surprising connection before the next train arrives.
Short (10 min), romantic comedy
Cast size: 2 (1M, 1W)
Audiences: Ages 16+
Development:
- Virtual production, CAIM Creative Co, 2021
- Reading, BMI Musical Theatre Workshop, NYC, 2019
An all-female murder mystery comedy musical! In the 1950s, after 60-year-old homemaker Cornelia's husband passes away, she feels ready for a new life chapter of adventure and independence in a big city. But to her frustration, her beloved niece and perpetually anxious sister-in-law whisk her away to a remote village to grieve in peace—only to discover there’s a serial killer on the loose! Having found some excitement at last, Cornelia is determined to solve the case before the killer can snuff out someone she loves.
One-act (20 min), comedy
Cast size: 6 (0M, 6W)
Audiences: Ages 14+
Development:
- “Away From It All” song: Performed at Circle in the Square Broadway theater, Maestra Music-Circle in the Square Theatre School Collab, 2023
- Reading, Lincoln Center Library, 2022
In this short musical for kids, three rock bands – Sedimentary, Igneous, and Metamorphic – vie for the title of Rock Star in a Battle of the Bands competition, trying to win over the audience with their moving origin stories and layer upon layer of rock puns.
Short (10 min), TYA
Cast size: 4-13 (Any gender)
Audiences: Ages 8-12 (3rd-5th graders)