Supporting Our Creative Community
MusiCoLab provides comprehensive support for Philadelphia's musical theater creators through programs designed to nurture talent, provide resources, and build community.
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The MusiCoLaboratory
Our monthly gatherings create a space where musical theater creators share works-in-progress, receive feedback, connect with collaborators, and discuss craft. These sessions foster artistic growth while building a supportive creative network.
Online Office Hours
Regular virtual sessions offer accessible support between in-person events, providing quick feedback on creative questions and opportunities to connect with the MusiCoLab team and fellow writers.
One-on-One Consultation and Mentoring
We connect experienced musical theater professionals with emerging writers and composers for tailored feedback, career guidance, and ongoing support throughout the creative process.
Opportunity Fund
Launching in 2025, this new fund provides micro-grants for self-produced readings, workshops, and performances, plus financial assistance for recording demos and creating developmental materials.
Industry Open House
Planned for Fall 2025, this event will connect Philadelphia-area musical theater creators with decision-makers from local and regional theater companies through curated presentations, panel discussions, and facilitated meetings.
Professional Leadership
MusiCoLab now provides part-time compensation for our Artistic Director and General Manager, ensuring consistent, high-quality support for our creative community.
TESTIMONIALS
"From novice to experienced, it is a wonderful mix of personalities who not only wish to share their work, but see and hear what other artists from the Philadelphia area are working on."
— Michael Roche, Playwright and composer
"MusiCoLab has worked on a number of levels at once, engendering artistic dialogue, fostering opportunities, and mounting showcases of new work."
— Michael Hollinger, Playwright
"[T]he feeling of having someone support you makes a tremendous difference. MusiCoLab is becoming an integral part in keeping new musicals alive in Philly."
— Sarah Clemency, Writer and composer
Support for MusiCoLab comes from the Philadelphia Cultural Fund
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