Marvin Hamlisch
Date of Death: August 06, 2012 (68)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Marvin Hamlisch:
New Musical CALL ME FROM THE GRAVE Will Receive Developmental Readings (Nov 21, 2024)
Bucks County Playhouse To Present Performances From Darius de Haas and Edmund Bagnell (Nov 12, 2024)
Review: LUCIE ARNAZ: I GOT THE JOB!- SONGS FROM MY MUSICAL PAST at Feinstein's At The Nikko (Oct 31, 2024)
New Musical CALL ME FROM THE GRAVE Will Receive Developmental Readings (Nov 21, 2024)
Bucks County Playhouse To Present Performances From Darius de Haas and Edmund Bagnell (Nov 12, 2024)
Review: LUCIE ARNAZ: I GOT THE JOB!- SONGS FROM MY MUSICAL PAST at Feinstein's At The Nikko (Oct 31, 2024)
BIO
Hamlisch, one of only eleven EGOT winners in the history of the entertainment industry, was awarded three Oscars, four Grammys, four Emmys, a Tony and three Golden Globe awards for his work. On Broadway, he wrote the music for A Chorus Line - which received the Pulitzer Prize - as well as They’re Playing Our Song, The Goodbye Girl and Sweet Smell of Success.
He is the composer of more than forty motion picture scores including his Oscar-winning score and song for The Way We Were and his adaptation of Scott Joplin’s music for The Sting, for which he received a third Oscar. His prolific output of scores for films include original compositions and/or musical adaptations for Sophie’s Choice, Ordinary People, The Swimmer, Three Men and a Baby, Ice Castles, Take the Money and Run, Bananas and Save the Tiger.
Marvin Hamlisch held the position of principal pops conductor for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Pasadena Symphony and Pops, Seattle Symphony and San Diego Symphony.
Hamlisch was Musical Director and arranger of Barbra Streisand’s 1994 concert tour of the U.S. and England as well as of the television special, Barbra Streisand: The Concert (for which he received two of his Emmys).
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STAGE CREDITS
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Additional Music
Additional Music
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Additional Material
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Movies
Fat City
[ 1972 ] music supervisor
[ 1972 ] music supervisor
The Way We Were
[ 1973 ] music
[ 1973 ] music
The Spy Who Loved Me
[ 1977 ] music by
[ 1977 ] music by
Ice Castles
[ 1978 ] music
[ 1978 ] music
D.A.R.Y.L.
[ 1985 ] music by
[ 1985 ] music by
A Chorus Line
[ 1985 ] music by
[ 1985 ] music by
Little Nikita
[ 1988 ] music by
[ 1988 ] music by
Open Season
[ 1995 ] music
[ 1995 ] music
The Mirror Has Two Faces
[ 1996 ] music adaptor
[ 1996 ] music adaptor
How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
[ 2003 ] Marvin Hamlisch
[ 2003 ] Marvin Hamlisch
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Marvin Hamlisch, Sweet Smell of Success
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Music
Marvin Hamlisch, The Goodbye Girl
Olivier Awards - 1980 - Musical of the Year
Marvin Hamlisch, They're Playing Our Song
Drama Desk Awards - 1979 - Outstanding Music
Marvin Hamlisch, They're Playing Our Song
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Music & Lyrics
Marvin Hamlisch, A Chorus Line
winner
Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Marvin Hamlisch, A Chorus Line
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1975 - Best Musical
Marvin Hamlisch, A Chorus Line
Videos
Video: Highlights from THE NUTTY PROFESSOR at Hale Centre Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 14, 2024
VIDEO: Watch Linda Eder Perform Fleetwood Mac's 'Songbird' as a Tribute to Christine McVie
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 10, 2022
VIDEO: Terre Blair Hamlisch Joins Cast Of THE NUTTY PROFESSOR To Honor Marvin Hamlisch
by Alan Henry - Aug 9, 2022
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Tommy Bracco, Sarah Bowden & More in Pittsburgh CLO's A CHORUS LINE
by Alan Henry - Jul 27, 2022
VIDEO: Rupert Holmes Opens Up About the Nutty Journey of THE NUTTY PROFESSOR
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jul 10, 2022
BWW Exclusive Flashback: Listen to Jim Caruso's Birthday Chat with Liza Minnelli!
by Jim Caruso - Mar 12, 2021
VIDEO: Watch an All New Lyric Video For 'One' From A CHORUS LINE, in Honor of the Show's 45th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2020
VIDEO: Antonio Banderas Teaches Conan Choreography From A CHORUS LINE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 4, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Liz and Ann Hampton Callaway Give 'Lullaby of Broadway' a HAMILTON Twist!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 27, 2019
VIDEO: Preview Denis Jones' New Choreography for Signature's A CHORUS LINE
by Julie Musbach - Oct 18, 2019
VIDEO: Get A First Look At 42ND STREET At The Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
by Alan Henry - Aug 1, 2019
BWW Exclusive: Listen to 'A Number' from the HALF TIME Cast Recording!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 1, 2019
News
New Musical CALL ME FROM THE GRAVE Will Receive Developmental Readings
Amas Musical Theatre will present developmental readings of Call Me From the Grave, a new musical with music and lyrics by Charlie Romano, and book by Harold Hodge, Jr. at Ripley-Grier Studios.
Amas Musical Theatre will present developmental readings of Call Me From the Grave, a new musical with music and lyrics by Charlie Romano, and book by Harold Hodge, Jr. at Ripley-Grier Studios.
Bucks County Playhouse To Present Performances From Darius de Haas and Edmund Bagnell
Experience holiday magic with two cabaret performances at the Playhouse Barn, featuring Broadway's Teri Dale Hansen and pianist Joseph Thalken. Enjoy festive classics and new favorites this season.
Experience holiday magic with two cabaret performances at the Playhouse Barn, featuring Broadway's Teri Dale Hansen and pianist Joseph Thalken. Enjoy festive classics and new favorites this season.
Review: LUCIE ARNAZ: I GOT THE JOB!- SONGS FROM MY MUSICAL PAST at Feinstein's At The Nikko
A sold out two-night engagement at Feinstein’s at the Nikko was a testament to the enduring draw power of veteran actor/director/song stylist Lucie Arnaz. Those in attendance were treated to a reprise of her well-crafted, autobiographical concert performed and recorded live at the Purple Room in Palm Springs last year.
A sold out two-night engagement at Feinstein’s at the Nikko was a testament to the enduring draw power of veteran actor/director/song stylist Lucie Arnaz. Those in attendance were treated to a reprise of her well-crafted, autobiographical concert performed and recorded live at the Purple Room in Palm Springs last year.
Concord Theatricals Acquires Licensing Rights For James Graham Titles
Concord Theatricals announced the acquisition of licensing rights for several plays by James Graham, including INK, THIS HOUSE, LABOUR OF LOVE, A HISTORY OF FALLING THINGS, and QUIZ.
Concord Theatricals announced the acquisition of licensing rights for several plays by James Graham, including INK, THIS HOUSE, LABOUR OF LOVE, A HISTORY OF FALLING THINGS, and QUIZ.
Klea Blackhurst to Honor Ethel Merman in THE BOX SET at Chelsea Table + Stage
CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Klea Blackhurst in “The Box Set,” a fantastic season-long retrospective of the celebrated theater and concert artist’s acclaimed shows. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Klea Blackhurst in “The Box Set,” a fantastic season-long retrospective of the celebrated theater and concert artist’s acclaimed shows. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Kean Stage Adds DALLAS BRASS To 2024-2025 Season Lineup
Kean Stage has added DALLAS BRASS to its 2024-2025 season lineup. Learn more about the 2024-25 season programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Kean Stage has added DALLAS BRASS to its 2024-2025 season lineup. Learn more about the 2024-25 season programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " Oct. 21 to Oct. 27, 2024
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including the cabaret convention, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jason Robert Brown.
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including the cabaret convention, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jason Robert Brown.
Ann Kittredge Returns To Chelsea Table + Stage For Encore Performance Of ROMANTIC NOTIONS
Ann Kittredge will perform an encore of 'Romantic Notions' at Chelsea Table + Stage on November 14 at 7 PM.
Ann Kittredge will perform an encore of 'Romantic Notions' at Chelsea Table + Stage on November 14 at 7 PM.
Leslie Uggams to be Honored by Encompass New Opera Theatre
Encompass New Opera Theatre will honor Tony Award winner Leslie Uggams with a musical tribute on October 27, 2024. Learn more about Uggams and about the event.
Encompass New Opera Theatre will honor Tony Award winner Leslie Uggams with a musical tribute on October 27, 2024. Learn more about Uggams and about the event.
RAGTIME, Jerry Herman's MRS. SANTA CLAUS World Premiere & More Set For Goodspeed's 2025 Season
Two-time Tony Award-winning Goodspeed Musicals has announced its 2025 season at the Goodspeed Opera House. Learn more about the season lineup here including Ragtime, All Shook Up, A Chorus Line, Mrs. Santa Claus.
Two-time Tony Award-winning Goodspeed Musicals has announced its 2025 season at the Goodspeed Opera House. Learn more about the season lineup here including Ragtime, All Shook Up, A Chorus Line, Mrs. Santa Claus.
Lorna Dallas To Debut New Show SNAPSHOTS At Chelsea Table + Stage
Lorna Dallas will present her new show, SNAPSHOTS, at Chelsea Table + Stage this fall. The performance will feature a selection of songs and stories from her career. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
Lorna Dallas will present her new show, SNAPSHOTS, at Chelsea Table + Stage this fall. The performance will feature a selection of songs and stories from her career. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
Steven Brinberg and Rick Skye to Bring BARBRA AND LIZA LIVE! to the UK
Barbra and Liza LIVE! will launch a UK tour before a two-week run at London's Charing Cross Theatre. Starring Steven Brinberg and Rick Skye, the show features Broadway and movie hits. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Barbra and Liza LIVE! will launch a UK tour before a two-week run at London's Charing Cross Theatre. Starring Steven Brinberg and Rick Skye, the show features Broadway and movie hits. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Steven Brinberg and Rick Skye's BARBRA & LIZA LIVE! to be Presented at Oscar's Downtown Palm Springs
Steven Brinberg and Rick Skye bring their acclaimed performances as Barbra Streisand and Liza Minnelli to OSCAR'S Downtown Palm Springs, featuring Broadway and movie hits. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Steven Brinberg and Rick Skye bring their acclaimed performances as Barbra Streisand and Liza Minnelli to OSCAR'S Downtown Palm Springs, featuring Broadway and movie hits. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " Sept. 23 to Sept. 29, 2024
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Cheyenne Jackson's Signs of Life, musical comedy and John Cameron Mitchell
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Cheyenne Jackson's Signs of Life, musical comedy and John Cameron Mitchell
Romano And Wegner To Present Original Compositions At 54 Below
54 BELOW will present highlights from award-winning songwriting duo Charlie Romano and Will Wegner's infectious catalog in You Heard It Here First on October 28 at 9:30pm.
54 BELOW will present highlights from award-winning songwriting duo Charlie Romano and Will Wegner's infectious catalog in You Heard It Here First on October 28 at 9:30pm.
Klea Blackhurst to Perform THE BOX SET at Chelsea Table + Stage
CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Klea Blackhurst in “The Box Set,” a season-long retrospective of the celebrated theater and concert artist’s acclaimed shows. Learn more about the concert and see how to purchase tickets.
CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Klea Blackhurst in “The Box Set,” a season-long retrospective of the celebrated theater and concert artist’s acclaimed shows. Learn more about the concert and see how to purchase tickets.
MARVIN MAKES MUSIC To Have NYC Reading
Marvin Makes Music, an inspiring new family musical celebrating the early life of legendary composer Marvin Hamlisch, is set to receive an exclusive industry reading on September 26 at Ripley Grier Studios in New York City.
Marvin Makes Music, an inspiring new family musical celebrating the early life of legendary composer Marvin Hamlisch, is set to receive an exclusive industry reading on September 26 at Ripley Grier Studios in New York City.
Interview: Theatre Life with Danny Troob
Today’s subject, Danny Troob, has been living his theatre life for over 50 years as an accomplished orchestrator and dance music composer. You can currently hear his orchestral brilliance in Signature Theatre’s production of Soft Power. The show runs through September 15th in The MAX.
Today’s subject, Danny Troob, has been living his theatre life for over 50 years as an accomplished orchestrator and dance music composer. You can currently hear his orchestral brilliance in Signature Theatre’s production of Soft Power. The show runs through September 15th in The MAX.
John Lloyd Young Returns to Catalina Jazz Club Next Week
Tony and Grammy Award-winner John Lloyd Young will return to Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood with his new show Unchained Melodies for one night only on Tuesday, August 20, at 8:30pm.
Tony and Grammy Award-winner John Lloyd Young will return to Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood with his new show Unchained Melodies for one night only on Tuesday, August 20, at 8:30pm.
Klea Blackhurst to Present THE BOX SET at Chelsea Table + Stage
Klea Blackhurst will present 'The Box Set,' at Chelsea Table + Stage featuring her acclaimed tribute to Hoagy Carmichael alongside Billy Stritch. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Klea Blackhurst will present 'The Box Set,' at Chelsea Table + Stage featuring her acclaimed tribute to Hoagy Carmichael alongside Billy Stritch. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Marvin Hamlisch been in?
Marvin Hamlisch has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Marvin Hamlisch been in?
Marvin Hamlisch has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Marvin Hamlisch been nominated for?
Marvin Hamlisch has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These include nominations for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "Sweet Smell of Success" and "A Chorus Line". He was also nominated for Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Goodbye Girl", "They're Playing Our Song", and "A Chorus Line". Additionally, Hamlisch received a nomination for Musical of the Year at the Olivier Awards for "They're Playing Our Song" and a nomination for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "A Chorus Line".
What awards has Marvin Hamlisch won?
Marvin Hamlisch has won several awards throughout his career. He received the Outstanding Music award from the Drama Desk Awards for his work on The Goodbye Girl. He also won the Outstanding Music & Lyrics award from the Drama Desk Awards for his contributions to A Chorus Line. In addition, Hamlisch won the prestigious Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for his work on A Chorus Line. The musical itself also received the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards.
How many shows has Marvin Hamlisch written?
Marvin Hamlisch has written 14 shows including Actor, Lawyer, Indian Chief (Composer), Half Time (Additional Music), A Chorus Line (Composer), They're Playing Our Song (Composer), Peter Allen: Up in One (Additional Material), Jean Seberg (Composer), Shirley MacLaine on Broadway (Composer), Smile (Composer), Hundreds of Hats (Composer), The Goodbye Girl (Composer), Sweet Smell of Success (Composer), Imaginary Friends (Composer), Gotta Dance (Additional Music), The Nutty Professor (Composer).
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