Musical File

: Identify a story, character, or idea that speaks to you. Articulate your central message in a few words—for example, "there’s no place like home". The Three "Ps" :

: Develop a "high concept" that dramatizes your theme. Plot : Construct a bare-bones beginning, middle, and end. Musical

If you are currently brainstorming, use these methods to capture ideas rapidly: : Identify a story, character, or idea that speaks to you