Marvin Laird
Latest News on Marvin Laird:
RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Comes to Midsumma in January (Dec 12, 2024)
Broadway and Film Composer and Conductor Marvin Laird Passes Away at 85 (Dec 4, 2024)
Review: RUTHLESS! at Tower Grove Abbey (Aug 6, 2024)
RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Comes to Midsumma in January (Dec 12, 2024)
Broadway and Film Composer and Conductor Marvin Laird Passes Away at 85 (Dec 4, 2024)
Review: RUTHLESS! at Tower Grove Abbey (Aug 6, 2024)
BIO
MARVIN LAIRD is the composer of the award-winning Off-Broadway musical, Ruthless!. His collaboration with Joel Paley, the author/lyricist of that show, has been ongoing for 25 years. Their most recent piece, The Yiddish are Coming…! The Yiddish are Coming…! is currently playing regionally throughout North America. Since the 1960s, he has conducted and/or written dance and vocal arrangements for over two dozen Broadway and West End shows, including the award-winning production of Annie Get Your Gun, and the most recent Broadway revival of Gypsy, both starring Bernadette Peters. Laird supplied the music for the Lar Lubovitch ballet, Smile with My Heart, which had its world premiere with both Lubovitch’s company and the ABT in New York. In the early ’60s, he was assistant conductor for a national tour of Gypsy, which also featured a child actress named…Bernadette Peters.
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Productions
[Broadway, 1981]
Dance Music Arranger
Dance/Vocal Arrangements
Musical Director
Vocal Music Arranger
[Broadway, 1981]
Dance/Vocal Arrangements
Dance Music Arranger
Musical Director
Vocal Music Arranger
Writing
Composer/Lyricist
Composer
Composer
Composer
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VIDEO FLASHBACK: Bernadette Peters Sings Mother's Day Anthem 'Angel Mom' from RUTHLESS!
by Louisa Brady - May 8, 2016
TV: What Happens When GYPSY Meets Honey Boo Boo? Find Out Backstage with the Company of RUTHLESS!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Dec 23, 2015
STAGE TUBE: New Behind-the-Scenes Featurette for Off-Broadway's RUTHLESS!
by Stage Tube - Jul 16, 2015
TV EXCLUSIVE: Sneak Peak at Bernadette Peters Concert Debut on Australia's Foxtel Saturday Night June 27
by Eddie Varley - Jun 25, 2009
News
RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Comes to Midsumma in January
This high-energy show, composed by Marvin Laird with witty lyrics by Joel Paley, follows the cutthroat journey of 8-year-old Tina Denmark as she stops at nothing to achieve stardom.
This high-energy show, composed by Marvin Laird with witty lyrics by Joel Paley, follows the cutthroat journey of 8-year-old Tina Denmark as she stops at nothing to achieve stardom.
Broadway and Film Composer and Conductor Marvin Laird Passes Away at 85
Marvin Laird the award-winning Broadway and film composer, conductor and musical director for world famous artists passed away on December 2, 2024 at age 85 from natural causes. Read more about Laird's life and career.
Marvin Laird the award-winning Broadway and film composer, conductor and musical director for world famous artists passed away on December 2, 2024 at age 85 from natural causes. Read more about Laird's life and career.
Review: RUTHLESS! at Tower Grove Abbey
Ruthless! is a snarling commentary on the trappings of fame. Loaded with laughs, over-the-top characters and plenty of high drama, it is a quirky and quick on its feet musical loaded with gleeful shenanigans.
Ruthless! is a snarling commentary on the trappings of fame. Loaded with laughs, over-the-top characters and plenty of high drama, it is a quirky and quick on its feet musical loaded with gleeful shenanigans.
RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Announced At Stray Dog Theatre
Discover the dark comedy of RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL at Stray Dog Theatre, where talent takes a twisted turn in this entertaining and edgy production.
Discover the dark comedy of RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL at Stray Dog Theatre, where talent takes a twisted turn in this entertaining and edgy production.
RUTHLESS! Comes to Chenango River Theatre
Chenango River Theatre brings the musical RUTHLESS! to life, showcasing a story filled with humor and unexpected twists. Enjoy a captivating performance that delves into ambition and talent in showbiz.
Chenango River Theatre brings the musical RUTHLESS! to life, showcasing a story filled with humor and unexpected twists. Enjoy a captivating performance that delves into ambition and talent in showbiz.
Chenango River Theatre Reveals Their 2024 Season
The greater Binghamton area's only professional, non-profit Equity theatre, Chenango River Theatre, under the direction of Producing Artistic Director Zach Curtis will open their 2024 season on May 24.
The greater Binghamton area's only professional, non-profit Equity theatre, Chenango River Theatre, under the direction of Producing Artistic Director Zach Curtis will open their 2024 season on May 24.
RUTHLESS! The Musical Comes to The Alex Theatre in March
Ruthless! The Musical comes to the prestigious Alex Theatre in St Kilda from March 1st to March 24th. Learn more about the show here!
Ruthless! The Musical comes to the prestigious Alex Theatre in St Kilda from March 1st to March 24th. Learn more about the show here!
RUTHLESS! Comes to NCTC in December
In December, New Conservatory Theatre Center will close out 2023 with a grand finale - Marvin Laird and Joel Paley’s razor-sharp and outrageously funny Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk Award-winning hit, RUTHLESS!, directed by Dyan McBride.
In December, New Conservatory Theatre Center will close out 2023 with a grand finale - Marvin Laird and Joel Paley’s razor-sharp and outrageously funny Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk Award-winning hit, RUTHLESS!, directed by Dyan McBride.
Dolly Diamond Leads RUTHLESS THE MUSICAL! at the Alex Theatre in March 2024
Dolly Diamond takes the stage in 'Ruthless the Musical!' in Melbourne next year. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!
Dolly Diamond takes the stage in 'Ruthless the Musical!' in Melbourne next year. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!
Review: RUTHLESS! At Theatre Elision At Elision Playhouse
What did our critic think of RUTHLESS! at Theatre Elision At Elision Playhouse?
What did our critic think of RUTHLESS! at Theatre Elision At Elision Playhouse?
RUTHLESS; TICK, TICK...BOOM!; and More Set For New Conservatory Theatre Center's Upcoming Season
New Conservatory Theatre Center has announced the line-up for a daring 2023-24 Season, continuing their decades-long commitment to creating new works with three world premieres, as well as producing two cult-hit musicals, a West Coast premiere, and an exciting limited holiday engagement with Katya Smirnoff-Skyy.
New Conservatory Theatre Center has announced the line-up for a daring 2023-24 Season, continuing their decades-long commitment to creating new works with three world premieres, as well as producing two cult-hit musicals, a West Coast premiere, and an exciting limited holiday engagement with Katya Smirnoff-Skyy.
Out Front Theatre Company Presents Camp Classic RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL!
Out Front Theatre Company - Georgia's professional, award-winning, and only LGBTQIA+ theatre company, concludes its acclaimed season with the hilariously outrageous Ruthless!, with book and lyrics by Joel Paley and music by Marvin Laird, running May 4-20.
Out Front Theatre Company - Georgia's professional, award-winning, and only LGBTQIA+ theatre company, concludes its acclaimed season with the hilariously outrageous Ruthless!, with book and lyrics by Joel Paley and music by Marvin Laird, running May 4-20.
Los Altos Stage Company Presents RUTHLESS!
Los Altos Stage Company presents Ruthless! The Musical Comedy Music by Marvin Laird, Lyrics and Book by Joel Paley May 6-15, 2022.
Los Altos Stage Company presents Ruthless! The Musical Comedy Music by Marvin Laird, Lyrics and Book by Joel Paley May 6-15, 2022.
Los Altos Stage Company & Los Altos Youth Theatre Announce Reschedule Of Remaining 2021-2022 Season
After much consideration and discussion, Los Altos Stage Company and Los Altos Youth Theatre have shifted their programming for the remainder of their seasons back by approximately a month and have decreased the total number of performances for each production.
After much consideration and discussion, Los Altos Stage Company and Los Altos Youth Theatre have shifted their programming for the remainder of their seasons back by approximately a month and have decreased the total number of performances for each production.
San Diego Symphony Announces 2022 Season at The Rady Shell
The San Diego Symphony announced today its 2022 Conrad Prebys Summer Season of concerts at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, the orchestra’s new, captivating waterfront venue that opened August 2021.
The San Diego Symphony announced today its 2022 Conrad Prebys Summer Season of concerts at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, the orchestra’s new, captivating waterfront venue that opened August 2021.
Landmark Musical Theatre Announces 2021-2022 Season
San Francisco’s Landmark Musical Theatre has announced the titles for the Company’s upcoming in-person 2021-2022 season.
San Francisco’s Landmark Musical Theatre has announced the titles for the Company’s upcoming in-person 2021-2022 season.
Ringwald Ringwald Announces 2021/2022 Season and Auditions
Learn more about the season which consists of Puffs, A Very Golden Girls Christmas, Small Mouth Sounds, Bootcandy, and Ruthless!
Learn more about the season which consists of Puffs, A Very Golden Girls Christmas, Small Mouth Sounds, Bootcandy, and Ruthless!
Stars Reunite For Way Off Broadway's RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL
As The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre's production of Ruthless! The Musical takes to the stage this spring, the show reunites its leading “ladies” for a second go-round in their roles as Judy Denmark and Sylvia St. Croix.
As The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre's production of Ruthless! The Musical takes to the stage this spring, the show reunites its leading “ladies” for a second go-round in their roles as Judy Denmark and Sylvia St. Croix.
Way Off Broadway To Present RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL
Coming this spring, The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will lovely skewer musical theatre, stage mothers, and ambitious child stars in its production of Ruthless! The Musical. As previously announced by the theatre's producers, due to current health and safety protocols in place limiting cast sizes, Ruthless! The Musical has taken the place of Oliver!, which had originally been announced for the 2021 Season.
Coming this spring, The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will lovely skewer musical theatre, stage mothers, and ambitious child stars in its production of Ruthless! The Musical. As previously announced by the theatre's producers, due to current health and safety protocols in place limiting cast sizes, Ruthless! The Musical has taken the place of Oliver!, which had originally been announced for the 2021 Season.
Way Off Broadway Announces Change to Spring Production
Way Off Broadway was scheduled to welcome the Broadway classic Oliver! back to its stage after more than 20 years, beginning in March. However, to do so would require a cast larger than producers believed to be prudent at this time. In its place, Way Off Broadway has announced the musical comedy Ruthless!
Way Off Broadway was scheduled to welcome the Broadway classic Oliver! back to its stage after more than 20 years, beginning in March. However, to do so would require a cast larger than producers believed to be prudent at this time. In its place, Way Off Broadway has announced the musical comedy Ruthless!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Marvin Laird been in?
Marvin Laird has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Marvin Laird been in?
Marvin Laird has not appeared in the West End.
How many shows has Marvin Laird written?
Marvin Laird has written 4 shows including Queenie (Composer), Hans Andersen (Composer/Lyricist), Ruthless! (Composer), Jewsical (Composer).
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