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Un-sung Heroes: A live discussion with Broadway book writers Winnie Holzman, John Weidman, and Robert L. Freedman
Sunday February 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am EST
Regent/Sutton South
Ever wondered how a Broadway story is born? Enter the world of book writing with industry icons Winnie Holzman (Wicked) and John Weidman (Assassins) as they discuss their experiences and expertise alongside Tony-winning author Robert L. Freedman (A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder), whose recent book explores this important craft. Together, they’ll delve into the process of transforming ideas into narratives that inspire, move, and entertain. What's "Second Act Trouble" and how do you avoid it? How does an aspiring book writer hone their craft? From finding the heart of a story to balancing humor and pathos, this panel offers a rare glimpse into the minds of Broadway’s creative storytellers and celebrates the unsung architects of every great musical.
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David Benkof

David Benkof (TheBroadwayMaven.com) is a Jerusalem-based Broadway-appreciation content creator who runs "The Broadway Maven," a vibrant online educational community that helps its members think more deeply about musical theatre. He fills several "virtual theaters" of Broadway fans... Read More →
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Robert L. Freedman

Robert L. Freedman won the Tony Award for Best Book for 2014's Best Musical A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER. His recent theatre credits include the book for WITNESSES (California Center for the Arts), and book and lyrics for THE FLAMINGO KID (Hartford Stage), with music by... Read More →
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Winnie Holzman

Photo Courtesy of Showtime.Winnie Holzman is the writer (with composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz) of the musical Wicked, which recently celebrated 20 years on Broadway, and has been produced all over the world.After graduating from Princeton University (class of ’76) she was accepted... Read More →
Sunday February 9, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am EST
Regent/Sutton South
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