Abstract

This chapter outlines methods of creative labor in the musical to expand conceptions of the
creator. By reframing existing narratives of well-known creative teams while taking into account
the work of under-explored creators and practitioners, we address gaps in historiography. In our
corrective approach we consider contemporary and historical case studies alongside one another
in order to expand our definition of musical theatre creators and collaborators and better
understand the processes, practicalities and evolution of musical theatre.