

"I couldn't be more thrilled to be joining Discovering Broadway to workshop this new musical," adds Zadek. I wanted to program this musical, which explores addiction and recovery, during May which is Mental Health Awareness Month.”

"It’s exhilarating to think Zack will compose and workshop the entire piece at Discovering Broadway. “This is the first Writer’s Retreat where a full draft of the new musical does not yet exist," shares Discovering Broadway Founder and Chief Executive Officer Joel Kirk. A special concert premiering the music will be presented at The Cabaret in Indianapolis May 21, featuring two New York City–based actors, and three Greater Indianapolis Area–based actors. He will be joined by director Sammi Cannold ( Evita at New York City Center), who is also a conceiver on the piece. The new musical will have a book, lyrics, and music by Zack Zadek, and is untitled. The first Writers Retreat of 2022 will take place from May 12 through May 23. Discovering Broadway Inc, a developmental lab that allows Broadway creative teams to develop new works while enriching the public, has announced the premiere of its second developmental season.
