Cuts, edits, and additions are slowly being made to the original outline of Orpheus! in the form of some numbers, and one major character. The story as it stood was far too complicated to tell in musical format. Thus, the character of Brutus, the agent, will most likely be stricken from the show, and the band will already be established. As a result, Eurydice's death will be as a result of pure, tragic happenstance. (This final descision has not been made yet, but will probably be made by Thursday at the latest.) This will strike three songs entirely from the first act (two of which have already been written, which is a disappointment), shortening it to a bearable time-frame. In addition, I am considering cutting Julia from the script entirely and reducing Claudius's role. This would be an extreme measure, and would mean a re-write of the opening number. What will most likely happen is that Orpheus will be a solo artist instead of part of a band. Julia and Claudius will be friends of his, and instrumental in managing his crew, but not actually part of the band. This will still mean an edit of the opening number, but not a complete rehashing of lyrics and parts.

Act One now has seven planned songs (originally eleven) while Act Two has eight (originally unplanned). Notation proceeds slowly, especially as I do not have a midi keyboard. I may be able to borrow one from somebody when I get back to school. However, if I am not, I will need some help with notation. Please stay tuned for completion announcements to come in about three weeks.