Flagship contemporary musical · Created by Amy Matthew

The First Verse

A two-act original musical about ambition, friendship, first love, betrayal, and the courage to find an authentic voice. Character profiles, story architecture, a 25-song developing score, and professional materials support the project.

The First Verse original development artwork

Original musical · In development

A complete theatrical world.

A two-act original musical about ambition, friendship, first love, betrayal, and the courage to find an authentic voice. Character profiles, story architecture, a 25-song developing score, and professional materials support the project.

Book, lyrics, original-song concepts, character relationships, and story architecture are developed as one connected dramatic experience.

AmbitionFriendshipFirst loveFinding your voice

Selected score

Songs from
The First Verse.

Public listening selection

The First Verse

Selected demonstrations from the developing score.

Streaming only · All rights reserved

Scripts, full scores, private demos, treatments, and confidential development materials are available only for appropriate professional review.

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