In my last update, I explained to you the reason why I
have been promoting my book A Million
Miles from Broadway in the way that I have – as an “independent” publication I do not enjoy the
support and resources of a major publisher or marketing team. This has been a labour of love, as well as a “mission”.
I would like to further explain some of my future hopes
and ambitions.Beginning in September, I
will be embarking on a Masters Degree in musical theatre at Goldsmiths
University of London. This will help me
in my work as a musical theatre writer, and will also enable me to teach at a
university level. Once I have that, I
would like to offer my services as a guest lecturer and workshop facilitator at
the international level. I have already
put out some feelers in places like Singapore to assist with local musical writers
in the work-shopping of new shows.This
is somewhat dependant on my being successful in my
bid for funding for the course. I have
applied for a couple of bursaries but can’t finance it on my own. (I’ll let you know what happens.)
You can help is by telling professionals in the field
about this book. I am trying to get it
into as many libraries (and onto as many reading lists) as possible.
With gratitude for your understanding and (I hope)
support,
Mel Atkey
