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The CreateTheater ETC is one of the most dynamic and creative theater companies in the industry. You’re in the right place. Your journey starts here.

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“Cate’s Mastermind has been a powerful force in keeping me on track with my numerous projects and just generally encouraging me to believe in what I’ve chosen to do – produce, write, and support theater as a professional. 

Her meetings offer insight and advice from colleagues who are pursuing the same goals from different angles. Cate is organized, a smart and caring listener, and is able to sum up my sometimes rambling thoughts in a way that helps me stay accountable to my goals. 

I’m so glad I joined forces with her!”

Gayla Morgan

Off Broadway Producer and Award-Winning Musical Theater Composer/Lyricist

“Cate Cammarata’s Mastermind groups are the perfect blend of support, accountability, sage advice and authentic cheerleading. She leads quietly but with great certainty. I find myself reaching goals and going beyond. 

This group has been invaluable to my progress as a writer and as a creative.”

Delta Donohue

Playwright, Author, Poet and Professional Speaker

“Cate leads her Mastermind group with attentiveness and skill. Her observations are insightful and she asks the right questions, bringing everyone together to share constructive feedback. Each person gains clarity as well as new ideas, goals and ways to tackle problems.  

The evening always ends on an up-note, everyone energized, confident, ready and prepared to take on the world!”

Kari Floren

Playwright, Producer

“Casting and producing a play from Los Angeles was very challenging. Luckily the festival sent us a list of artists in all areas of production who had signed up as wanting to be a part of the festival. I took some serious time doing research on a few different directors and decided on Cate Cammarata, who literally saved my life.

She attended the auditions and has had constant communication with me about the process. With her guidance we were able to cast the play with a group of actors that I am very excited to see on stage telling this story. The rehearsal process thus far has been a lot of work, with myself and the director making sure that the story is solid and that we understand the vision. It’s been great, and I can’t wait to keep going.”

Kristy Thomas

Memories of the Game, SHE NYC Festival

“We have had the great pleasure of working with Cate Cammarata as a dramaturg on our original musical.

Cate is extremely thoughtful and thorough in her process and we were highly impressed and grateful for the amount of time and care she took in evaluating our work. Her astute questions about the script have lead us to a more defined story arc, featuring characters who are now properly fleshed out.  

The experience has made us realize that when you’re so close to the material it is sometimes difficult to see where problems exist. Bringing in an outside voice as insightful and experienced as Cate helped us discover where more chances should be taken and where clarification was needed. We left each session feeling confident and excited to dig further into the script to create the best show possible.”

Caryn Robbins

Book writer for Dear Prospective Student

“Cate Cammarata provided insightful, detailed notes on my new, original, modern musical. Her mastery of classical drama enables her to reinforce foundational truths about theatre and story, all the while proffering notes and choices which easily reflect the attitudes of today’s audiences.

Highly recommended! Thank you, Cate!“

Cle’
Multi-Hyphenate Playwright and Producer

“Was looking for a safe community of other theatre artists who could offer helpful feedback for my work, who experience live performances on a regular basis, who are committed to advancing their creative abilities and found it with Cate Cammarata’s ETC! Whether it’s writing groups or readings or workshops, ETC has been a great benefit to me as a theatre artist. Grateful to Cate and everyone who’s a part of this community!“

Gary Powers
Revolution Stage Company
Palm Springs, California

“I’ve found the producing and writing groups extremely valuable.  It is like a community of people helping one another. And Cates insights on musical theatre writing, analyzing different musicals is a highlight.“

Eric Sirota

“I met Cate at the start of the pandemic when I joined her group for musical writers.  I was struggling to prioritize my writing and had lost all passion. Cate understands writers and their need for community, support, and opportunities.  I was inspired by her insight and encouragement.  My passion and creativity ignited.  Four years later, I’m well into my fourth full-length script!

Cate has built an incredible theatre community of phenomenal playwrights that range from Page-One Beginners to Prolific Award Winners.  She believes in playwrights and pours out her resources and expertise to get the story on the page and the script on the stage.  I’m honored to be part of this movement to revive theatre through the birth of new works.”

Pam C. Dudley
Playwright & Psychotherapist

“Cate is a visionary and dedicated leader who has created a thriving theatre community in a very short period of time. A triple hyphenate (producer-director-dramaturg), she fosters a dynamic, nurturing environment in which writers can write, mount their work, learn and grow. Two of my plays have already had staged readings via Zoom that have advanced my work.“

Barbara Kelly

“Cate and ETC have really helped my musical get to the best version possible through detailed feedback, live readings and development. Our small group of musical creators meets weekly to provide support and encouragement to help all our musicals get to the next stage of development. Cate makes herself available for discussions or questions which has been very helpful. I am so grateful for the experiences and relationships I’ve been able to forge while a member of ETC. Thank you!“

Marty Jagodzinski

Welcome to the Expert's Theater Company, your artistic home.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work, because this is one of the most active theater development companies in the business. You’ll meet writers who have already had their work produced Off-Broadway and regionally, writers who are writing for Netflix, composers who have received Grammy nominations, and a few TONY award-winning producers who are passionate about developing work in the early stages. Everyone is here because we’re interested in developing our work together, in community.

Dedicated to developing and producing new plays and musicals for the 21st century and to supporting each individual member’s growth and development, ETC is home to writers, producers, and artistic directors and industry professionals from all over the world. Our small size allows real human connections to develop naturally, over time, as you work together, attend classes and readings together, and offer feedback and referrals.

I am thrilled to be able to offer you membership in this new kind of theater company: the Expert’s Theater Company. Check our calendar each month for upcoming classes, networking and learning opportunities.

ETC Monthly Member Events

‘The Expert Webinars

Every month ETC members are taught by and network with a variety of experts, from the commercial and non-profit worlds and from creatives as well. Stay up to date with current thought, technologies, and insights that can only be shared by those who are making theater right now. Make connections in the NYC theater whether you’re in town or far away.

1st Thursdays at 7pm ET

The Art of Playwriting

Writing a new play?  ETC gathers once a month to present new pages to the company and to get feedback from a professional company of writers.

No matter how advanced a playwright you are, writing is often a lonely process. Find your tribe here at ETC and learn from some of the top playwrights around.

2nd Thursdays at 7pm ET

The Songwriting Seminars

In this popular class we break down Broadway songwriting and present issues that musical writers face. We also offer time for members to present songs and scenes in process.

Recent topics: building an outline for a new musical, opening numbers, and feedback to prepare for our SMASH It! Musical Workshops and for The First 15 Minutes Festival

3rd Thursdays at 7pm ET

Producer Office Hours

Producing a show is a learnable skill. Have questions on how to get produced, or how to self-produce? Need a game plan or have a particular issue that you need help with? Come into the “producer’s office” the last Thursday of each month and ask Industry Pros specific questions as they open their doors and share their best practice “secrets.”

4th Thursdays at 7pm ET

CreateTheater Producer Coaching Groups

Every month ETC members receive personal coaching by Cate and her guests to walk writers through the often confusing process of producing and self-producing. The coaching is always live, the training is up to date, the advice specific to your play or musical. Confused as to how to get your show on stage? Start here.

Fridays at 2, 4, 6 or 7pm ET

And more!

  • Live Webinars & Workshops
  • Moderated Writing Groups for both plays and musicals
  • Developmental Readings (on Zoom and in our midtown office)
  • Networking & Pitching Opportunities
  • Special developmental opportunities and discounts for ETC members only