Steve Cuden is a highly accomplished television writer, boasting an impressive portfolio of nearly ninety teleplays for a diverse array of popular television series, including the renowned "X-Men", the caped crusader-themed "The Batman", the technological titan "Iron Man", the mystical martial arts comedy "Xiaolin Showdown", the zany cartoon caper "Loonatics Unleashed", the humorous hijinks of "The Mask", the Disney-pixie-ific "Goof Troop", the wacky workplace shenanigans of "Bonkers", the Disney-fied duck dynasty "Quack Pack", the mystical medieval mysteries of "Gargoyles", the supernatural shenanigans of "Beetlejuice", the suave and sophisticated spy spoof "Pink Panther", the robotic revolution of "RoboCop", the ghostly gang of "Extreme Ghostbusters", the intergalactic adventure of "Stargate Infinity", the futuristic fighter squadrons of "ExoSquad", and the ancient Egyptian archaeology of "Mummies Alive".
Cuden's impressive career as a filmmaker has been marked by a standout achievement in the realm of horror-comedy, as he took the reins as both director and co-producer of the cult-favorite feature film "Lucky". This critically acclaimed production garnered an impressive array of accolades, including the prestigious Best Director award at the Nodance Film Festival. Moreover, "Lucky" also claimed the top honor of Best Feature at several prominent film festivals, including the New York City Horror Film Festival, Shriekfest in Los Angeles, MicroCineFest in Baltimore, and The Weekend of Fear in Nuremberg, Germany.
Cuden's impressive literary credentials are further underscored by his authorship of two highly acclaimed and widely read books, namely "Beating Broadway: How to Create Stories for Musicals That Get Standing Ovations" and "Beating Hollywood: Tips for Creating Unforgettable Screenplays", the former of which has garnered significant attention and acclaim within the musical theatre community, and the latter of which offers valuable insights and practical guidance for aspiring screenwriters seeking to craft screenplays that leave a lasting impression on audiences.
Notably, he is widely recognized for his collaborative effort in conceptualizing the groundbreaking Broadway and international musical phenomenon "Jekyll & Hyde", alongside the renowned composer Frank Wildhorn, by authoring the show's original script and poetic lyrics.
Throughout its extensive run, "Jekyll & Hyde" captivated audiences for nearly four consecutive years on the iconic Broadway stage, and its enduring popularity has led to widespread productions across the United States, with numerous theater companies, ranging from prominent institutions to smaller, more intimate organizations, bringing this timeless classic to life for hundreds of thousands of patrons.
The renowned musical has undergone a remarkable transformation, its linguistic and cultural boundaries transcended as it has been masterfully translated into a staggering number of over twenty distinct languages.
Cuden and Wildhorn, two esteemed creative forces, collaborated on the conception of the globally acclaimed musical phenomenon "Rudolf, Affaire Mayerling", which has undergone numerous productions across the vast expanse of Europe and Asia, captivating audiences with its unique blend of artistry and entertainment.
Cuden boasts a prestigious academic credential, having earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in Screenwriting from the esteemed University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA),a renowned institution for film and theater studies.
In addition to his impressive educational background, Cuden has also established himself as a dedicated educator, sharing his expertise and knowledge with the next generation of talented individuals by teaching a diverse range of screenwriting classes at the Conservatory of Performing Arts at Point Park University, a prestigious institution located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant arts scene.
