Writing A Musical – Taster Workshop at WestFest
Saturday, 7 June, 2025, 12.40 – 4.40 p.m.
Hillhead Library, 348 Byres Road, Glasgow, G12 8AP
Part of WestFest 2025
A hands-on creative session blending playwriting, songwriting, and performance – introducing the core skills behind musical theatre writing.
The workshop offers a unique chance to explore storytelling through music with opportunities to get professionally published.
About the Musical
OILCAN – the musical is a bold and innovative musical blending contemporary rap with traditional Scottish airs. It explores Power, identity and Community Leadership. Developed through collaborative workshops, the musical amplifies unheard voices, telling stories of communities facing political and social challenges.
At its core, OILCAN – the musical is a platform for creative expression, where participants contribute ideas, lyrics, and scripts that may help shape the final production.
Through attending one of the feeder workshops, you can develop skills in musical writing, connect with a wider artistic community and potentially see your work published and featured in a professional production!
About WestFest
WestFest is Glasgow’s newest and biggest cultural and community festival – every June it captures the imaginations of participants, residents and visitors to the West End of Glasgow. The third annual WestFest will take place from Sunday 1st – Sunday 29th June, bringing together over 150 events in 60+ venues across the West End.
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