During the last two years since the initial set up of Perfect Pitch it has become increasingly clear that a one-off showcase is not enough to help new British writers progress their work to a commercial standard, instead it brings to the surface not only the potential of many of these pieces but also an indication of the many future re-writes that may be necessary to create the final piece.

One of the most successful methods of developing new work is through workshop opportunities which usually, require rehearsal and performance space, performers, directors and musical directors and can prove costly for writers and independent producers. This expense can slow down or put a premature end to the development of what could potentially be successful, new British musicals.

The Perfect Pitch Development Network connects Partners (regional theatres, training establishments, organizations and individuals) with Writers to help workshop and develop the new works at minimum cost and at a greater speed.

The Writers, by accepting the invitation to participate in the network, would agree that a percentage of the royalties they may accrue in the event of future exploitation, for an agreed period, would be paid to Perfect Pitch Ltd in order that they can be used to support the scheme for future works. Those partners within the network whose resources had been used on that production would then receive a share of the royalty given to Perfect Pitch on a pro rata basis, previously agreed, and relative to the ‘in kind’ or other contribution made in the development of the piece.

For further details on the financial arrangements see the CASE STUDY (link below).

This allows each piece to be individual in its development journey and use only the resources most appropriate to that show. It follows therefore that the royalty on each piece at the end of the process may be different, depending upon the number of partner opportunities it has utilised.

These pieces also become well placed to have productions mounted in collaboration at any of the venues involved in its prior development as there follows a natural sense of ownership and a desire to see the work progress. 2008 sees the Pilot Scheme for the Development Network begin with two shows from the Perfect Pitch Annual Showcase 2007. As Perfect Pitch gains more Partners and the Network expands it hopes to be able to offer incredible development opportunities for New British Musicals.