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Also Credited As: Larry O'Keefe

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Productions

 
[West End, 2022]
BOOK, MUSIC, AND LYRICS
 
[West End, 2022]
BOOK, MUSIC, AND LYRICS
 
[West End, 2022]
Book/Music/Lyrics
 
[West End, 2021]
BOOK, MUSIC, AND LYRICS
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Music Arranger
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Orchestrator

Writing

Bookwriter
Composer
Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist
Composer
Bookwriter
Composer
Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist
Composer/Lyricist

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Music

Laurence O'Keefe, Heathers: The Musical

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Legally Blonde

Laurence O'Keefe, Legally Blonde

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Music

Laurence O'Keefe, Legally Blonde

Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Laurence O'Keefe , Legally Blonde The Musical


winner
- 2004 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist

Laurence O'Keefe


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Lyrics

Laurence O'Keefe, Bat Boy: The Musical


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Music

Laurence O'Keefe, Bat Boy: The Musical

Videos

News


Wildsong Presents HEATHERS THE MUSICAL

Wildsong Productions, a San Diego based nonprofit 501(c) community theater group, presents the cult classic: Heathers the Musical. The show will be running at the OB Playhouse from May 12 through June 11!
Photos: First Look at HEATHERS at Sutter Street Theatre

Heathers The Musical (High School Edition) is the darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer, a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless clique at Westerberg High: the Heathers. But before she can get comfortable atop the high school food chain, Veronica falls in love with the dangerously handsome new kid J.D. Check out photos from the Sutter Street Theatre production here!
The Other Palace Extends MILLENNIALS and HEATHERS, Plus New Writing Partnership

The Other Palace has announced that following the world premiere of the new musical Millennials, written and composed by Elliot Clay, the show will extend for a further 4 weeks of performances over the summer, due to finish on Sunday 4 September 2022.
Local Teen Performers Take Spotlight In HEATHERS THE MUSICAL: High School Edition, Opening Friday

From the Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel nominated off-Broadway production comes Heathers The Musical: High School Edition, the darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer, a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless clique at Westerberg High: the Heathers.
Cast Announced for LEGALLY BLONDE at Beverly Theatre Guild

The Beverly Theatre Guild has announced the cast for its upcoming spring production, Legally Blonde - The Musical.
Tickets Are On Sale For the Muny's 104th Season

The Muny announced today that season tickets for its 2022 summer season will be available beginning at 9am Monday, March 21. Tickets can be purchased online at muny.org, by phone at (314) 361-1900, or in person at The Muny Box Office, open 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday. The Muny continues to be St. Louis’ destination for summer musicals, celebrating 104 seasons in Forest Park this summer. 
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Extends Run at The Other Palace Through 4 September

Heathers the Musical - the wickedly funny and high-octane rock musical, has extended its run at The Other Palace through 4 September.
The Muny Announces Directors, Choreographers & Music Directors for 2022 season

The Muny announced today the directors, choreographers and music directors for The Muny’s 2022 season, which opens on June 13 with the celebrated return of the 2021 hit that audiences went “Whoopee!” for, the Tony Award-winning Chicago.
New York Youth Symphony's Musical Theater Songwriting Program to Host Lawrence O'Keefe Master Class

New York Youth Symphony's Musical Theater Songwriting Program (MTS) is pleased to host Laurence O'Keefe, award-winning composer, lyricist and screenwriter for Broadway, film and television in a masterclass at the Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) on Tuesday, February 15th.
Pantochino Teen Theatre Brings BAT BOY THE MUSICAL to Milford

Award-winning Pantochino Teen Theatre will present “Bat Boy, The Musical” for three performances beginning February 25th at the MAC, Milford Arts Council in downtown Milford.
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Cancels Performances Through January 2

Heathers the Musical in the West End has cancelled performances through January 2. 
Photos: Check Out All New Production Photos From HEATHERS in London

New production images are released for Heathers the Musical – the wickedly funny and high-octane rock musical running at its original London home at The Other Palace until 20 February 2022.  
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Confirms New 2022 Australian Dates

Heathers the Musical has confirmed new dates for 2022 at ARA Darling Quarter Theatre.The cast includes Tiegan Denina, Laura Dawson, Sabrina Kirkham, Michele Lansdown, Kira Leiva, Jayd Luna, Jerrod Smith, Jake Vollbon, and Sam Welsh.
Casting Announced For The Return of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at The Other Palace

Leading the cast in the highly celebrated return of Heathers the Musical is Ailsa Davidson in the role of high school geek Veronica Sawyer and Freddie King as the dark and moody teen Jason 'J.D' Dean.
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Comes to ARA Darling Quarter Theatre in 2022

The Mitchell Old Company presents, HEATHERS The Musical, a high-energy immersive theatre experience based on the cult classic film of the same name that will have a limited season at ARA Darling Quarter Theatre from 8 February to 5 March 2022.  
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre This November

Heathers the Musical arrives in Milton Keynes Theatre this November as part of the musical's first ever UK and Ireland tour.
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Comes to the Derry Opera House and Online From Cue Zero Theatre Company

Cue Zero Theatre Company presents Heathers the Musical live at the Derry Opera House AND via live streamed October 22-24th.
HEATHERS Launches UK Tour Next Month

Produced by Bill Kenwright and Paul Taylor-Mills, this high octane black comedy rock musical, based on one of the greatest cult teen films of all time, starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, is back with a bang!
Photos: First Look at the UK National Tour of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL

Heathers the Musical launches its Number 1. touring production from 5 August 2021, opening at Leeds Grand Theatre, before spreading corn nuts throughout the UK and Ireland. 
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre Announces 2021-2022 Season

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre has announced its 2021-2022 season. The 2021-2022 Season at Metropolis includes a series of popular theater productions: Groovy ‘60s musical revue SHOUT! The Mod Musical (September 16 – October 30, 2021); Thought provoking bio-musical Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill (January 27 – March 12, 2022) and more.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Laurence O'Keefe written?

Laurence O'Keefe has written 7 shows including Bat Boy (Composer), Sarah, Plain and Tall (Composer), Sarah, Plain and Tall (Composer), Cam Jansen (Composer), White Noise (Composer/Lyricist), Legally Blonde (Composer), Heathers: The Musical (Bookwriter).

What awards has Laurence O'Keefe been nominated for?

Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Heathers: The Musical, Legally Blonde (Drama Desk Awards) for Legally Blonde, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Legally Blonde, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Legally Blonde The Musical, Most promising musical theatre lyricist () for , Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Bat Boy: The Musical and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Bat Boy: The Musical .

What awards has Laurence O'Keefe won?

Laurence O'Keefe has won several prestigious awards, including the Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist award and Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for Bat Boy: The Musical. He also received the Outstanding Music award at the Drama Desk Awards for Bat Boy: The Musical.

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