The Late Morning Show with Missy Hardy

By Missy Hardy

What's The Late Morning Show with Missy Hardy about?

If you’ve been wanting to write a musical or are curious of how it’s done, The Late Morning Show with Missy Hardy offers tips, strategies and encouragement to help you create the book and/or songs for your dream musical theatre or movie musical production.

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The Late Morning Show with Missy Hardy episodes:

12.17.2020
Ep.50 - Season Two Finale
As we prepare for the end of the year and get ready for the new year, this episode gives a glow to something BIG.
12.16.2020
Ep.49 - Gimme’ A Beat
In dramatic work, beats are an important part within scene development. Learn more about them today and how you can use them in your musical’s book development.
12.15.2020
Ep.48 - A Show of Firsts
The musical, Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope is a show of various historic firsts. In today’s episode, we check it out.
12.14.2020
Ep.47 - The 9 Chord
A type of chord that songwriters can use in their creative work is the 9 chord. In today’s episode, we discuss what it is and some ways to make it work in music.
12.10.2020
Ep.46 - MI: “Ten Minutes Ago”
“Ten Minutes Ago” written by Rodgers and Hammerstein, from the musical, Cinderella is a beautiful piece that has become a classic. In today’s episode, we check it out.
12.09.2020
Ep.45 - Secondary Storylines
When writing a great script, an element that can help is to add one or more secondary storylines into the plot. Learn more in today’s episode.
12.08.2020
Ep.44 - Ladies Writing Musicals
From the creation of the libretto to the origination of the score, ladies have been bringin’ it in musical theatre writing history.
12.07.2020
Ep.43 - Contrapuntal Harmony
Contrapuntal Harmony is a composition technique that can really help to elevate a song if you’re looking for an extra dash of seasoning in the music. Learn more about this technique today.
12.03.2020
Ep.42 - MI: “Into the Unknown”
“Into the Unknown” from the musical, Frozen 2 written by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, is a song with some exciting composition choices. In today’s episode, we check it out.
12.02.2020
Ep.41 - The Character List
When preparing your script for the stage, the character list is a page you don’t want to forget. Learn how to make it happen in this episode.
12.01.2020
Ep.40 - Robert Lopez and You
Robert Lopez is a writer in the musical theatre community that has accomplished more than awards. Find out what he has to do with you in this episode.
11.30.2020
Ep.39 - Soft Rhymes vs. Hard Rhymes
Rhyme is a tool that songwriters can use to help write great lyrics. This episode gives insight into some rhyme types to help in your songwriting.
11.25.2020
Ep.38 - Adapting a Musical
Writing a musical that’s being adapted from a published book/story is exciting. Today’s episode includes tips to help you write a musical adaptation.
11.24.2020
Ep.37 - Pedro Pan and Beyond
The musical and the power of story has the ability to help a lot of people. Today’s episode not only highlights Pedro Pan the musical but also the impact of musicals written by inspiring individuals around the world.
11.23.2020
Ep.36 - Modulation Technique: Parallel Key Modulation
Parallel key modulation is a way to change the key of a song. In today’s episode, you’ll learn about two ways to incorporate parallel key modulation in your music.
11.19.2020
Ep.35 - MI: “See I’m Smiling”
“See I’m Smiling” by Jason Robert Brown from the musical, The Last Five Years is a well thought out song that uses some cool composition techniques. In today’s episode, we check it out.
11.18.2020
Ep.34 - Linear vs Non-Linear Storylines
When it comes to writing a script, something to consider is the arrangement in the order of events. This episode gives insight and help for choosing which storyline style is best for your production.
11.17.2020
Ep.33 - Native American Writers in Musical Theatre
Native American theatre writers have been creating great art for quite some time but unfortunately there hasn’t been much representation of their stories in musical theatre. Nevertheless, they’re making an impact and it’s not only exciting but also encouraging.
11.16.2020
Ep.32 - Passing Chords
Passing chords can help glue chord progressions together. This episode includes a lesson on the passing chords of diminished and augmented chords and how you can use them in your music.
11.12.2020
Ep.31 - MI: “Believe in Yourself”
“Believe in Yourself” written by Charlie Smalls from the musical, The Wiz is an exceptional piece of music that composers can learn from. In today’s episode, we check it out.
11.11.2020
Ep.30 - Creating Helpful Scene Distractions
If you’re looking to add another element of seasoning to your scene, you may want to try adding a helpful scene distraction. Learn more about this writing technique in today’s episode.
11.10.2020
Ep.29 - Black Creators in Musical Theatre Writing
Musicals have been written by people of all races. In this episode, learn more about Black history in musical theatre writing and the history that’s being made today.
11.09.2020
Ep.28 - The Wonder of the Minor 4 Chord
The 4 chord in songwriting is a very important chord. Learn how to play with it’s texture in chord progressions to help add more seasoning to your music.
11.05.2020
Ep.27 - Preface
Songwriting in musical theatre is essential. In this episode, Missy Hardy shares its importance and gives encouragement to help you write songs for a brand new musical.
10.24.2020
Ep.26 - Season 2 Trailer
A new season of The Late Morning Show is returning soon! Tune in to learn more.
08.14.2020
Ep.25 - How to Get Started in Songwriting
In this episode, Missy Hardy gives some tips and suggestions on how to get started in writing the music and lyrics for your first song.
08.12.2020
Ep.24 - Coming Up With Melodies
As you write your songs for your musical, something to consider is melody. In this episode, you’ll learn how to create melodies that enhance your lyrics.
08.10.2020
Ep.23 - Creating Conflict in Scenes
Conflict in scenes goes a long way. In this episode, Missy Hardy explains ways to add conflict in scenes and its importance in story.
07.29.2020
Ep.22 - Sounds That Soar
In music, there are various voicings, harmonies and keys that have the ability to take a song to the next level. This episode shares how to use such techniques in your own songwriting.
07.25.2020
Ep.21 - Pacing in Storytelling
Pacing is an aspect of storytelling that can easily be overlooked and forgotten in the grand scheme of story. However, pacing is very important to consider as you write your musical.
07.10.2020
Ep.20 - Will The Big Sound Return?
Musical theatre continues to have a history of great music with musical styles that have changed and developed with the times. In this episode, Missy Hardy shares her thoughts on the possible return of “The Big Sound."
07.08.2020
Ep.19 - Writing the Ballad
A type of song found in musical theatre is the ballad. In this episode, Missy Hardy discusses ways to create a memorable ballad.
07.06.2020
Ep.18 - Naming Characters
An important part of character development, in story, is naming characters. This episode includes five tips to help with this in your book writing.
07.03.2020
Ep.17 - What Now?
A word of encouragement during this week of learning that Broadway will remain closed for the rest of 2020.
07.01.2020
Ep.16 - Which Instrument Should You Compose With?
The instrument that each songwriter composes with is unique unto them. Every songwriter is different and so is each song that we create. This episode explores that.
06.29.2020
Ep.15 - Developing “The Bad Guy”
In the dramatic arts, not every story has a character that is known as “the bad guy”. However, when the bad guy is written into the story, there are some tips to help keep that character fresh.
06.26.2020
Ep.14 - The Knowing Mindset
Sometimes dreams may be put on hold. At other times, it may seem like your dream is completely shattered but if you believe you can, you will.
06.24.2020
Ep.13 - Creating and Using Motifs
The motif is a small yet important composition element in music. This episode describes how motifs are created, ways to implement them in your musical and why they’re necessary.
06.22.2020
Ep.12 - Developing Your Main Character
Creating characters that audiences resonate with doesn’t have to be a difficult task. This episode delves into how to create a dynamic main character to help enhance your musical.
06.19.2020
Ep.11 - The Inaugural Antonyo Awards Tonight
Tonight marks The Inaugural Antonyo Awards which will be live at 7 PM (EST) on Broadway Black’s YouTube channel. Highlights from today’s episode include the nominees for Best Book and Best Original Score.
06.17.2020
Ep.10 - What Comes First? Lyrics, Melody or Harmony
Songwriting often consists of three elements: lyrics, melody and harmony. And each element is uniquely inspired with every musician. Learn which comes first in writing for musical theatre.
06.15.2020
Ep.9 - Outlining vs Just Writing
There are two approaches that book writers can take as they approach writing their musicals. Outlining and just “free flow” writing. Discover which approach is the best practice for you.
06.12.2020
Ep.8 - The Gateway to Opportunity
Writing musicals is about more than just coming up with the book, music and lyrics. It’s also about growth but more importantly musicals are steeped in helping people.
06.10.2020
Ep.7 - The Sound of Your Show
When preparing to write songs for a musical, there are some things to consider within and without the script. In this episode, Missy Hardy discusses some essential elements to remember as you compose your songs.
06.08.2020
Ep.6 - What’s Up With The Journey?
Ever wonder why some stories just work? Like, all the pieces are there. There’s a reason for this. In this episode, Missy Hardy discusses the 12 stages of The Hero’s Journey and how you can use it to help you...
06.06.2020
Ep.5 - A Reflection and a Future
Racism is not okay. This episode includes some insight and a word of encouragement from Missy Hardy.
06.05.2020
Ep.4 - Choosing a Story to Tell (Pt.2)
Musicals come from ideas that turn into stories. In this episode, Missy Hardy will discuss four of the seven story archetypes and how you can use them in writing your musical.
06.01.2020
Ep.3 - Picardy 3rd
The Picardy 3rd is a wonderful compositional element used in music. In this episode, you’ll learn what it is and how you can add it to season your musical theatre songs.
06.01.2020
Ep.2 - Choosing a Story to Tell (Pt.1)
Musicals come from ideas that turn into stories. In this episode, Missy Hardy will discuss three of the seven story archetypes and how you can use them in writing your musical.
06.01.2020
Ep.1 - The Why For Musicals
To kick off the series, Missy Hardy will present a piece called The Proclamation For Musical Theatre. If you’ve ever wanted to hear a reason for musicals and their purpose in life, you may want to listen to this episode.

What's The Late Morning Show with Missy Hardy about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Late Morning Show with Missy Hardy episodes:

Ep.50 - Season Two Finale

Ep.49 - Gimme’ A Beat

Ep.48 - A Show of Firsts

Ep.47 - The 9 Chord

Ep.46 - MI: “Ten Minutes Ago”

Ep.45 - Secondary Storylines

Ep.44 - Ladies Writing Musicals

Ep.43 - Contrapuntal Harmony

Ep.42 - MI: “Into the Unknown”

Ep.41 - The Character List

Ep.40 - Robert Lopez and You

Ep.39 - Soft Rhymes vs. Hard Rhymes

Ep.38 - Adapting a Musical

Ep.37 - Pedro Pan and Beyond

Ep.36 - Modulation Technique: Parallel Key Modulation

Ep.35 - MI: “See I’m Smiling”

Ep.34 - Linear vs Non-Linear Storylines

Ep.33 - Native American Writers in Musical Theatre

Ep.32 - Passing Chords

Ep.31 - MI: “Believe in Yourself”

Ep.30 - Creating Helpful Scene Distractions

Ep.29 - Black Creators in Musical Theatre Writing

Ep.28 - The Wonder of the Minor 4 Chord

Ep.27 - Preface

Ep.26 - Season 2 Trailer

Ep.25 - How to Get Started in Songwriting

Ep.24 - Coming Up With Melodies

Ep.23 - Creating Conflict in Scenes

Ep.22 - Sounds That Soar

Ep.21 - Pacing in Storytelling

Ep.20 - Will The Big Sound Return?

Ep.19 - Writing the Ballad

Ep.18 - Naming Characters

Ep.17 - What Now?

Ep.16 - Which Instrument Should You Compose With?

Ep.15 - Developing “The Bad Guy”

Ep.14 - The Knowing Mindset

Ep.13 - Creating and Using Motifs

Ep.12 - Developing Your Main Character

Ep.11 - The Inaugural Antonyo Awards Tonight

Ep.10 - What Comes First? Lyrics, Melody or Harmony

Ep.9 - Outlining vs Just Writing

Ep.8 - The Gateway to Opportunity

Ep.7 - The Sound of Your Show

Ep.6 - What’s Up With The Journey?

Ep.5 - A Reflection and a Future

Ep.4 - Choosing a Story to Tell (Pt.2)

Ep.3 - Picardy 3rd

Ep.2 - Choosing a Story to Tell (Pt.1)

Ep.1 - The Why For Musicals