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BIO

Steven Lutvak was born in The Bronx, New York, on July 18, 1959.


Lutvak was most known for his work on A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder (GGLAM) with Robert L. Freedman, which ran for over two years on Broadway and won the Tony Award for Best Musical. For his work on the show, Lutvak was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Original Score. Prior to GGLAM, Lutvak and Freedman wrote Campaign of the Century, a musical for which the duo won the California Musical Theater Competition from the Beverly Hills Theater Guild.

Lutvak composed the title track to the documentary film Mad Hot Ballroom, and wrote music for The Wayside Inn, Esmeralda, Almost September, and Campaign of the Century. He also released his own album, entitled The Time it Takes.

Lutvak died on October 9, 2023, at the age of 64.

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Hannah Senesh
 
[Off-Broadway, 2025]
Composer
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A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Vocal Arrangements
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[US Tour, 2015]
Vocal Arranger
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[Broadway, 2013]
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Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lyrics

Steven Lutvak, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Music

Steven Lutvak, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder


winner
Richard Rodgers Award - 2014 - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award

Steven Lutvak

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Steven Lutvak, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder


winner
- 2006 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist

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Cast Set for A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Olney Theatre Photo
Cast Set for A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Olney Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026

The cast has been revealed for Olney Theatre Center’s production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, which will run in the Roberts Mainstage, directed by Eleanor Holdridge.
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at The Masque Theatre & Milnerton Play Photo
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at The Masque Theatre & Milnerton Playhouse
by Judith Herbig - May 21, 2026

A polished and highly entertaining production with excellent singing, sharp comic performances and beautifully slick set changes. Stylish costumes, standout performances and the wonderfully dark humour of the musical make it a thoroughly enjoyable night at the theatre.
ASCAP Foundation 2026 Musical Theatre Workshop Returns to The Wallis Photo
ASCAP Foundation 2026 Musical Theatre Workshop Returns to The Wallis
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026

The ASCAP Foundation announced its annual Musical Theatre Workshop at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, featuring live readings and feedback panels for three new musicals by emerging writers.
FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL at Chelsea Table + Stage Cast Unveiled Photo
FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL at Chelsea Table + Stage Cast Unveiled
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026

FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL, featuring actor-musicians GraceAnn Kontak, Sam Vana, and others, will transfer Off-Broadway to Chelsea Table + Stage following its acclaimed downtown run.
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at The Weekend Theater in Little Rock Photo
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at The Weekend Theater in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 23, 2026

Murder with a touch of manners have arrived in delightfully dapper fashion at The Weekend Theater, where A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder—running through May 3—proves that sometimes climbing the social ladder requires a little… creative problem solving. Under the direction of David Weatherly, this production leans fully into the musical’s razor-sharp wit and farcical charm, delivering an evening that is as clever as it is wickedly entertaining.
A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Will Come to Cape Town This Winter Photo
A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Will Come to Cape Town This Winter
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026

The Masque and Milnerton Players will present the Tony Award-winning musical A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at two Cape Town venues, directed by CATA-winner Kyla Thorburn.
Review: A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Austin Playhouse Photo
Review: A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Austin Playhouse
by Sabrina Wallace - Apr 21, 2026

Austin Playhouse’s A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, directed by Lara Toner Haddock, is a fast, witty farce about Monty Navarro and his murderous path to inheritance. The humor lands through timing and structure rather than weight or message. I’d almost forgotten how funny it is, and it’s simply built to keep you laughing.
Palo Alto Players Will Perform A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE, MARY POPPINS, and More in 96th Se Photo
Palo Alto Players Will Perform A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE, MARY POPPINS, and More in 96th Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Palo Alto Players announced its 2026-27 season, featuring A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, CLUE, Disney's MARY POPPINS, and ON GOLDEN POND at the Lucie Stern Theater. The season begins in September 2026.
GYPSY, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and ROCK OF AGES Set for Skylight Music Theatre 2026–27 S Photo
GYPSY, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and ROCK OF AGES Set for Skylight Music Theatre 2026–27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2026

Skylight Music Theatre announced its 67th season, featuring a lineup that underscores the transformative power of music theatre. The season promises to engage audiences with daring characters and compelling stories, set to iconic music. This milestone season reflects the theatre's commitment to bold artistic vision and community engagement, continuing its legacy as a pivotal cultural institution.
The American Theatre Wing Reveals Recipients of the 2025 Jonathan Larson Grants Photo
The American Theatre Wing Reveals Recipients of the 2025 Jonathan Larson Grants
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2026

The American Theatre Wing has revealed the recipients of the 2025 Jonathan Larson Grant, the annual prize awarded to exceptional emerging musical theatre composers, lyricists, and librettists, or writing teams.
Cast Set for A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Austin Playhouse Photo
Cast Set for A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Austin Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Austin Playhouse has revealed the cast and creatives for the musical comedy, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder with music and lyrics by Steven Lutvak and lyrics and book by Robert L. Freedman.
Santino Fontana, Talia Suskauer, and More Will Appear at the 2026 Kleban Prize For Mu Photo
Santino Fontana, Talia Suskauer, and More Will Appear at the 2026 Kleban Prize For Musical Theatre Ceremony
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

The Kleban Foundation will present the 36th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre on Monday, February 2 at 4PM in a private ceremony (by invitation only) hosted by ASCAP and BMI at ASCAP. Learn more about the lineup here!
Eric Price and Phillip Christian Smith Receive 2026 Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre Photo
Eric Price and Phillip Christian Smith Receive 2026 Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026

The Kleban Foundation has announced the recipients of the 36th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre. The winners are Eric Price and Phillip Christian Smith. Learn more here!
Riverside Theatre To Present A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER Photo
Riverside Theatre To Present A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2025

Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach will stage A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder from January 9 through February 1, 2026 on the Stark Stage. Directed by Hunter Foster, the production will feature Jake Levy as Monty and Dan DeLuca as the entire D’Ysquith family.
FRIGID New York to Present FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL At UNDER St. Marks Photo
FRIGID New York to Present FALLING OUT: A NEW MUSICAL At UNDER St. Marks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025

FRIGID New York will present the World Premiere of Falling Out, a new musical with Book, Music, and Lyrics by Josée Weigand-Klein, directed by Anthony Logan Cole with Musical Direction by Calvin Hitchcock.
A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Comes to UTA's Mainstage Theatre Photo
A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Comes to UTA's Mainstage Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025

The University of Texas at Arlington Department of Theatre Arts and Dance will present A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder with music by Steven Lutvak, lyrics by Lutvak and Robert L. Freedman, and book by Freedman.
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Theatre Harrisburg Photo
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Theatre Harrisburg
by Andrea Stephenson - Sep 14, 2025

For an evening of beautiful harmonies, gorgeous solos, entertaining characters, and sheer hilarity, get your tickets for Theatre Harrisburg’s production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder.
Katie Rose Clarke, Lauren Patten, and Conrad Ricamora Join SONGS FROM AN UNMADE BED Photo
Katie Rose Clarke, Lauren Patten, and Conrad Ricamora Join SONGS FROM AN UNMADE BED Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2025

Three Broadway powerhouses have joined the lineup to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Songs from an Unmade Bed, a one-night-only concert benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and The Trevor Project.
National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Will Present HANNAH SENESH in English Photo
National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Will Present HANNAH SENESH in English
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene will present Hannah Senesh, in English, off-Broadway beginning in October. Learn more about this upcoming production here!
Laguna Playhouse Opens 2025–26 Season With A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Photo
Laguna Playhouse Opens 2025–26 Season With A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2025

Laguna Playhouse will launch its 2025/26 season with the Tony Award-winning musical A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder. The show opens officially on Sunday, September 21 at 5:30 p.m., and continues through Sunday, October 5 at the Laguna Playhouse.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Steven Lutvak written?

Steven Lutvak has written 3 shows including Hannah Senesh (Music), Songs From An Unmade Bed (Composer), A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder (Composer).

What awards has Steven Lutvak been nominated for?

Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award), Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder and Most promising musical theatre lyricist () for .

What awards has Steven Lutvak won?

Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder; Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award (Richard Rodgers Award); and Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist.

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