Book cover titled 'Broadway Bound and Beyond: A Musician's Guide to Building a Theater Career' by Clayton Craddock, published by Cincopated Publishing. The background features a blurred view of a subway train.

Broadway Bound and Beyond

A Musician’s Guide to Building a Real Career in Theater

Whether you’re a working musician, someone who wants to break into Broadway, or just curious how it all works behind the scenes—this book lays it out.

I’ve spent over 25 years in the pit, from hit shows to workshops, national tours to off-Broadway. Broadway Bound and Beyond is a no-nonsense guide to what it actually takes to make it—and make it last.

This isn’t about chasing fame. It’s about doing the work, staying ready, and knowing how the business really runs.

If you’ve ever asked “How do people actually get those gigs?,” this book answers that.

this book is about building A bridge between your musical skills and a real career on Broadway

What’s Inside?

  • HOW TO NETWORK, MEET PEOPLE, AND BUILD RELATIONSHIPS THAT LEAD TO WORK

  • WAYS TO LAND A BROADWAY SHOW

  • WHAT IT’S LIKE TO PLAY ON A BROADWAY TOUR

  • HOW TO GET A SHOT AT SUBBING (AND HOW NOT TO BLOW IT)

  • DEALING WITH THE PRESSURE OF PLAYING 8 SHOWS A WEEK

  • THE BUSINESS SIDE NO ONE TALKS ABOUT: MONEY, CONTRACTS, NEGOTIATIONS, AND PROTECTING YOURSELF

  • BUILDING YOUR BRAND AND STAYING RELEVANT USING SOCIAL MEDIA THE RIGHT WAY

  • WHAT TO DO WHEN THE SHOW CLOSES (BECAUSE IT WILL) AND HOW TO BE READY FOR WHAT’S NEXT