Pitch In is a STEM-centric, one act middle-grade musical written with gender inclusivity, flexible cast sizes, and variable budgets in mind.
About The Show: When a small-town middle school loses funding for extracurricular activities, the students compete in a CommuniTEAM competition to try and save their beloved programs... and their school. Following the Science Club, a Robotics super villain, and the Show Choir, we see the students navigate stage fright, sabotage, and new friendships as they learn what it really means to put aside their differences and work as a team. This musical is a celebration of unity, innovation, and the indomitable spirit of youth coming together to overcome obstacles, proving that when young minds pitch in, the possibilities are endless.
Licensing: Pitch In is available for independent licensing via TayLizLou, Inc. In addition to full script, score, and tracks, optional add ons may include virtual master classes or Q&A with the creative team, pending availability.
Show History:
After running a successful workshop with Ozark Actors Theater, we (the writers, Taylor Louderman, Hannah Kloepfer, and Nat Zegree) programmed a youth workshop at STAGES in St. Louis in March...of 2020. When it was canceled due to the pandemic, we quickly adapted the stage musical into a "zoomical" and engaged with young artists across the globe.
By early 2021, we had worked with hundreds of students across 13 countries, partnered with educational platforms such as Broadway Workshop (multiple productions); and directed a sister project that was streamed on Broadway On Demand. You might enjoy the early trailer for our virtual productions below!
Since then, Pitch In has received fully staged productions in St. Louis and San Francisco, with upcoming productions in Oregon, Maine, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and New York!
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CREATIVE TEAM
HANNAH KLOEPFER
Co-Writer
Hannah Kloepfer is a writer and producer, currently working as Head of Development for Andy Bellin's Lucky Boy Productions. As a voice actor, Hannah has lent her voice(s) to various animated characters and commercials, as featured in projects with TicTac, Hinge, Meta, FunFun Garage, and Pocket.Watch. Ever a champion of new works, she proudly serves as Board President of the viral Write Out Loud Project (60M+ streams); as well as on the alumni board of The Columbia University Varsity Show, the university's longest running performing arts tradition. Co-producer of My Cricket And Me, a docu-style comedy featuring Willie Nelson and Amy Irving; co-creator of cabaret series Swipe Right/Swipe Left.
IG: @hannahkloepfer
TAYLOR LOUDERMAN
Co-Writer, Co-Lyricist
Taylor Louderman made her Broadway debut originating the role of Campbell Davis in BRING IT ON: The Musical by Lin Manuel Miranda, Tom Kitt, and Amanda Green. She went on to play Lauren in KINKY BOOTS on Broadway, and most recently originated the role of Regina George in Tina Fey's MEAN GIRLS on Broadway for which she received a 2018 Tony Nomination for Best Actress in a Musical. TV: NBC's KENAN (Tami), PETER PAN LIVE (Wendy), HBO's HIGH MAINTENANCE, Nickelodeon's SUNNY DAY (Blair), CBS's EVIL (Melindaz) and THE GOOD FIGHT (Tara).
NAT ZEGREE
Composer, Co-Lyrcist
Nat Zegree, Music/Lyrics: Nat has been playing piano since he was three years old. A proud native of Kalamazoo, Michigan, Nat performs one-man shows and concerts across the country. Nat is also a writer/composer and recording artist. He has written music and original material for CBS’ “The Good Fight,” and his original album “Fly More Than You Fall” (not the musical) is available on iTunes! He has written three original musicals with writing partner Eric Holmes, including “Fly More Than You Fall.” Their other musical, “The Kings Critique,” was produced at Indiana University in 2016. He’s played Jerry Lee Lewis in the Broadway hit “Million Dollar Quartet” for over 400 performances at theatres such as Papermill Playhouse and Ogunquit Playhouse (2015, 2016), for which he received a BroadwayWorld award for best performance. He played Mozart in a live music production of “Amadeus” at Flat Rock Playhouse (2017), and his voice has been heard as a virtual singer for the Broadway hit “Dear Evan Hansen.”
Show Summary (At A Glance)
On the first day of school at Oakfield Middle School, students gather in the auditorium for a morning assembly. The scene is set with a diverse group of students buzzing with anticipation for the new school year. Among them are members of the Science Club: MEL, a curious and inventive student with a knack for problem-solving; TAYLOR, a tech-savvy and analytical thinker; JAIME, known for positivity and creativity; and SAMMY, who is passionate about environmental issues.
PRINCIPAL KLINK, a bumbling but well-meaning administrator, delivers the disheartening news of budget cuts that have led to the suspension of all extracurricular activities. The announcement sends a wave of disappointment through the auditorium, as students realize their beloved clubs and teams are at risk. However, hope is rekindled when ALEX and CASEY, the intimidating and ambitious Student Council President and Vice President, introduce an opportunity to save these activities.
They announce the nationwide CommuniTEAM competition, spearheaded by the renowned Heidi Sterling (a beloved Oakfield alumna and influential woman in STEM). The competition offers a grant to the winning school, which could restore the extracurricular programs.
The students are tasked with forming teams to develop innovative pitches using STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) concepts. The goal is to showcase their talents and ideas to win the competition and secure the grant. This challenge ignites a spark of determination among the students, including the show choir, led by the vibrant and outgoing QUINN and LEE, who are eager to represent Oakfield and preserve their school’s vibrant extracurricular life...
For full script coverage and sample materials, email pitchinthemusical@gmail.com
Testimonials
"Pitch In was an experience that I’ll hold close to my heart forever. The community was so supportive, and the content of the show is amazing and uplifting with such a good message. Hannah, Nat, and Taylor really wanted to make it a good representation of our generation, and they did a really good job at it. I remember being so scared that it was going to be a toxic and judgemental group of kids, but as soon as they made the groupchat it was completely the opposite. I’ve made so many friends that I know will last a lifetime. The different sessions somehow came together and we all just became one big family. This show is an amazing experience for anyone of all ages. I can’t wait to see the future of this show and hope I can see it on stages near me one day."