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Ought to Be a Musical
Stories that would make mighty, unifying musicals.


Derek Black's Transformation, Part 2
Derek Black Today is Part II of Derek Black’s transformation story, from leader in the white nationalist movement to someone who is actively working to make America a place where everyone has a seat at the table, regardless of race or any other differences. It’s a powerful story that highlights courage, both in those who reached out to him in love, and in Derek himself to confront his own misbeliefs and then to publicly break with his past, at great personal cost. I’m sharing
Rebecca Burnham
Nov 26, 20256 min read


The Stage Can Sizzle Where Social Media Stinks
Could a Musical Tackle Trans Issues in a Way that Lifts and Unites? Lately, I’ve seen some social media posts by friends that I’ve been...
Rebecca Burnham
Dec 19, 20248 min read


A Musical About Politics Mixed with Forgiveness?
George Wallace and Shirley Chisholm, photos from Wikimedia Commons This week's newsletter is inspired by an original song I heard this...
Rebecca Burnham
Sep 19, 20246 min read


Incredible Origins of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy
The story of how the Haudenosaunee Confederacy was established between bitter enemies is so inspiring it needs to be made into a musical
Rebecca Burnham
Aug 29, 20248 min read
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