The Bully Problem wins first prize in the NMI Search for New Musicals!

The Bully Problem has won the first prize of the annual Search for New Musicals competition held by New Musicals Inc. (North Hollywood, CA). From NMI’s press release:

The Search for New Musicals accepts entrants from around the globe; winners receive awards worth up to $25,000 in workshop productions, concert readings, feedback, and developmental support.

“We are thrilled to sponsor the Search,” says Elise Dewsberry, Artistic Director of NMI. “We love seeing what writers are creating; and of course our mission is to nurture the folks who are writing musicals, so announcing the winners of the Search is one of my favorite things to do all year!”

Eagle-eyed readers will notice a much more exciting announcement buried in that press release. More on that development soon!