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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[Broadway, 1981]
Dance Music Arranger
Dance/Vocal Arrangements
Musical Director
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[Broadway, 1981]
Dance/Vocal Arrangements
Dance Music Arranger
Musical Director
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Videos
VIDEO FLASHBACK: Bernadette Peters Sings Mother's Day Anthem 'Angel Mom' from RUTHLESS!
by Louisa Brady - 2016-05-08 10:31:02
TV: What Happens When GYPSY Meets Honey Boo Boo? Find Out Backstage with the Company of RUTHLESS!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2015-12-23 11:45:32
VIDEO: RUTHLESS! Star Tori Murray Transforms into 'The Shirley Temple Of Doom'
by Michael Dale - 2015-11-25 16:33:52
STAGE TUBE: Audiences React to RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Off-Broadway
by Stage Tube - 2015-10-29 16:51:19
STAGE TUBE: New Behind-the-Scenes Featurette for Off-Broadway's RUTHLESS!
by Stage Tube - 2015-07-16 13:58:09
TV EXCLUSIVE: Sneak Peak at Bernadette Peters Concert Debut on Australia's Foxtel Saturday Night June 27
by Eddie Varley - 2009-06-25 16:30:32
News
RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Comes to Midsumma in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024
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.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024
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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024
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.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024
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
by Rob Levy - Aug 6, 2024
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.
by Rob Levy - Aug 6, 2024
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
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2024
Discover the dark comedy of RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL at Stray Dog Theatre, where talent takes a twisted turn in this entertaining and edgy production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2024
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
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024
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.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024
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
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2024
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.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2024
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
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2024
Ruthless! The Musical comes to the prestigious Alex Theatre in St Kilda from March 1st to March 24th. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2024
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
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2023
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.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2023
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
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023
Dolly Diamond takes the stage in 'Ruthless the Musical!' in Melbourne next year. Learn more about the musical and how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2023
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
by Jared Fessler - Jul 26, 2023
What did our critic think of RUTHLESS! at Theatre Elision At Elision Playhouse?
by Jared Fessler - Jul 26, 2023
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
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023
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.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023
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!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2023
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.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2023
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!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2022
Los Altos Stage Company presents Ruthless! The Musical Comedy Music by Marvin Laird, Lyrics and Book by Joel Paley May 6-15, 2022.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 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
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2022
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.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2022
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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2022
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.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2022
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
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2021
San Francisco’s Landmark Musical Theatre has announced the titles for the Company’s upcoming in-person 2021-2022 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2021
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
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2021
Learn more about the season which consists of Puffs, A Very Golden Girls Christmas, Small Mouth Sounds, Bootcandy, and Ruthless!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2021
Learn more about the season which consists of Puffs, A Very Golden Girls Christmas, Small Mouth Sounds, Bootcandy, and Ruthless!
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by Team BWW - Apr 4, 2021
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by Team BWW - Apr 4, 2021
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Stars Reunite For Way Off Broadway's RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2021
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.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2021
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
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2021
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.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2021
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.
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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