[atlantaprog] Critique wanted...

Two years ago, I produced a work-in-progress version of my rock- opera, Sisyphus (as some of you may recall). The story deals with a 70's prog/glam superstar and an obsessed teen fan. It tracks their relationship into the present day, through various tragedies and transformations. I wrote this in the mid 80s, but only recently was able to find the energy to make it happen.

The whole thing is about an hour, and it's all up on Youtube. I am about to record a studio version of the score, and shop it to "legit" theaters, but before I do, I'm trying to get informed criticism.

I am well aware of its many weaknesses, so what I don't need are critiques of the shoestring production values, or the quality of performance by the actors actors. What I DO need is an evaluation of the narrative itself, and an objective appraisal of the compositions and lyrics.

Any of ya'll up to the task? I'd really prefer if you watched the whole thing so you can get the whole story, but any feedback is helpful. Each of the 8 sections is linked from this webpage:

http://www.gnosisarts.org/sisyphus/

Thanks in advance. (PS I'm the big, geeky keyboard player)

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