Detector

Buried in the jungle is a secret that rewrites what it means to be human.

FutureMan

A time traveler forgets his mission, becomes a hero, and then remembers—he came back to make himself richer.

About Me

Hi, I’m Giovanni Cipolla. I’m a composer, playwright, and author who also happens to know way too much about flavor chemistry and chromatography. My work usually lives somewhere between heartfelt and absurd, with stories about time-traveling billionaires, singing lions, and ancient trees with secrets.

I believe musicals can hold big ideas, while still letting us laugh, cry and hum along. I’ve developed and showcased new musicals with various groups and collaborators, and I’ve written for audiences young and old (and those somewhere in between). I’ve also played in rock bands, written music for weddings, and composed music that no one will ever hear because I’m still tweaking.

If I’m not writing, I’m probably out on a run thinking about the next scene, or sitting at the piano seeing if I can turn a half-baked idea into something that sings. At the heart of it all is my love of connection between people, disciplines, and ideas that don’t usually share a stage.

I live in South Jersey with my family, who keep me grounded, inspired, and laughing. Thanks for stopping by!