Bekah Brunstetter, the book writer behind Broadway’s highly anticipated musical The Notebook, joins the pod squad to dive into the creative process of adapting Nicholas Sparks’ beloved novel for the stage. Hear what she says about the intersection of theater and video games, the challenges of writing for Broadway versus regional theater, and how artists navigate creative freedom while handling industry criticism.

Bekah Brunstetter is an award-winning playwright and television writer known for her ability to craft deeply emotional and thought-provoking stories. In addition to writing The Notebook musical, she has worked as a writer and producer on hit TV shows like This Is Us and American Gods. A graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill and The New School, Becca’s plays—including The Cake and Miss Lilly Gets Boned—have been produced nationwide. With a keen eye for blending humor and heart, her work often explores themes of love, memory, and human connection.

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