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Brooke deRosa is having a major moment—and New York audiences are about to experience it firsthand. The multi-hyphenate composer, lyricist, and director is behind a dynamic double feature of original musical comedies, Gunfight at the Not-So-OK Saloon and Does Not Compute, arriving for a limited run this May. Known for her ability to fuse classic musical theater traditions with modern storytelling, deRosa delivers two wildly different yet equally engaging pieces that explore love, identity, and human connection through humor and heart.

From a delightfully offbeat Western filled with Gilbert & Sullivan-style wit to a near-future tale of robots learning what it means to feel, deRosa’s work spans genres while staying grounded in emotional truth. With a background that includes composing for film, conducting for television, and premiering works at major venues like Carnegie Hall, she continues to carve out a unique space in the industry. These new productions not only highlight her versatility but also reinforce her mission: to create bold, joyful, and thought-provoking musical experiences that resonate with today’s audiences.

Catch the full conversation with Brooke deRosa now on The Roundtable with Robert Bannon—streaming on Broadway Podcast Network, iHeart, Spotify, Apple, and more!

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