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Songwriting Challenge

Challenge events offer participants of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students the opportunity to develop their songwriting skills through workshops taught by professional musical theatre writers.

“Learning from industry professionals and fellow student writers was truly a life-changing experience.”

-Owen Yeh-Lee, Winner of the 2024 Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge

“Being a part of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge has given me the confidence, the knowledge, and the support of artists to continue writing.”

– Ale Fonseca, Winner of the 2024 Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge

“There’s nothing like this challenge, and that’s a good thing”

– Tabitha Moore, Winner of the 2024 Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge

Save the Date: Challenge Accepted! 2025

A Concert Presenting the Winners of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students

Livestreamed & Live on June 16, 2025 at 7:00 pm ET

Winter Break Song Share!

Songwriting Challenge

January 27th, 6:00 pm to 9:00pm ET

This event is for High School Students interested in the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge.

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Summer Song Share!

Songwriting Challenge

August 19th, 6:00 pm to 9:00pm ET

This event is for participants of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students

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Challenge Accepted!

Songwriting Challenge

A Concert Presenting the Winners of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students

Livestreamed & Live on June 17 at 7:00 pm ET

The Irene Diamond Stage, The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 W. 42nd Street, Jim Houghton Way)

Be front and center for the debut of a new generation of musical theatre composers!

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Song Share: Spring Break!

Songwriting Challenge

March 18th, 6:00 pm to 9:00pm ET

This event is for participants of the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students

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Songwriting 201: The Music — November 3rd

Songwriting Challenge

Songwriting 201: The Music

November 3, 2023

Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey into the heart of musical composition for theatre in this eye-opening webinar! Join us to unravel the secrets behind crafting unforgettable melodies that breathe life into captivating stories on the stage. Explore the art of infusing emotions into harmonies, shaping rhythms, and creating the very soul of musical theatre.

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Submission Clinic: Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students — October 13th Logo

Submission Clinic: Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students — October 13th

Songwriting Challenge

October 13, 3:00 - 6:00 pm ET

Submitting a song to the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge for High School Students? Do you have specific questions not covered during our info sessions or on our website? Drop in during our Submission Clinic, where you can address any outstanding submission questions one-on-one with a NAMT staff member. Sign in to our digital waiting room, and someone will be with you asap! 

The Submission Clinic Office Hours will take place on Friday, October 13th from 3pm ET to 6pm ET.  You may sign in and see a NAMT Staff Member at any time during this period as they are available to assist you. 

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Songwriting 101: Words & Lyrics — October 6th

Songwriting Challenge

Songwriting 101: Words & Lyrics

October 6, 2023

Discover the magic behind the words in musical theatre songwriting during this insightful webinar. Step into the minds of seasoned composers as they dissect the intricate process of lyric writing. Explore the techniques, inspirations, and challenges that shape the unforgettable lines that bring characters and narratives to life on the stage.

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