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Marshall Pailet

BIO

Marshall Pailet is a director and writer, and the proud owner of a wildly untrained, but ultimately well-meaning terrier-mix. He directed, composed, and co-wrote the off-Broadway musicals Who’s Your Baghdaddy, which was a two-time NY Times Critic’s Pick, and Triassic Parq, which went on to win the Ovation Award for Best Musical for its LA premiere. He’s written and directed for Dreamworks’ Shrek and Veggie Tales franchises, The Magic School Bus, Atlantic Theater Company, PBS, NYMF, NAMT, among others. Upcoming projects include Private Gomer Jones, A Girl and a Boy Dance, Loch Ness, Nikola Tesla Drops the Beat, and the film The Intervenors. Graduate Yale University.


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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Sid Sawyer


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1998
Kurt von Trapp [Replacement]

[Replacement]

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2026]
Writer
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2021] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Director
 
[New York, 2005]
Orchestrator

Writing

Co-author
Composer
Author
Bookwriter
Composer

News


Photos: Ethan Slater & More in MARCEL ON THE TRAIN
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 18, 2026

Previews are now underway for the world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet & Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater, and directed by Pailet. Marcel on the Train opens this Sunday, February 22 at Classic Stage Company. Check out a first look at the cast in action!
MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Starring Ethan Slater Extended at CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

Classic Stage Company will present an additional week of performances for the world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet & Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater.
Photos: Meet the Cast of MARCEL ON THE TRAIN at CSC
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 4, 2026

Check out photos from media day as the stars of  Marcel on the Train at Classic Stage Company meet the press. Co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater, the production will be directed by Pailet and will feature Slater as “Marcel Marceau.”
Top Off-Broadway Shows for February 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2026

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. February is filled with world premieres featuring well-known stars. See the full list!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 28, 2026- TWO STRANGERS Stops By Daytime TV and More
by - Jan 28, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 28, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Ethan Slater & More Explain What MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Is All About
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 27, 2026

Rehearsals are underway for Marcel on the Train at Classic Stage Company.  Co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater, the production will be directed by Pailet and will feature Slater as “Marcel Marceau.” Watch in this video as the team takes a break from rehearsals to explain what the new play is all about!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 19, 2026- SIX To Welcome New Queens and More
by - Jan 19, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend: 
Photos: Ethan Slater and More in Rehearsals for MARCEL ON THE TRAIN at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026

Rehearsals are underway for Marcel on the Train at Classic Stage Company, starring Ethan Slater and more. Marcel on the Train is co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Tedra Millan, Harrison Bryan and More Join MARCEL ON THE TRAIN at CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026

Classic Stage Company has revealed additional cast members joining the world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater.
Kate Douglas and Grace McLean's HAG Selected for SIGWORKS: MUSICAL THEATER LAB
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

Signature Theatre has revealed that hag, a new musical with book and lyrics by Kate Douglas (The Apiary) and music and lyrics by Grace McLean (In the Green), has been selected for the 2025 SigWorks: Musical Theater Lab.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 11, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Opens On Broadway and More
by - Nov 11, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Ethan Slater Becomes 'Marcel' in MARCEL ON THE TRAIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025

Single tickets are now on sale for Classic Stage Company's World Premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater, and directed by Pailet. Check out a new video of Ethan Slater as 'Marcel Marceau.'
THE SNOW GOOSE World Premiere and More Set for Goodspeed Musicals 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025

Two-time Tony Award-winning Goodspeed Musicals has revealed its 2026 season at The Goodspeed, featuring the world premiere of The Snow Goose and more! See the full season lineup here.
Julie Benko, Alex Wyse & More Join Ethan Slater in MARCEL ON THE TRAIN at Classic Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2025

Ethan Slater leads an impressive cast in Marcel on the Train, a new play exploring Marcel Marceau's inspiring story at Classic Stage Company.
Ethan Slater's MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Will Make World Premiere at Classic Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025

Classic Stage Company has announced its 2025-26 Season, which will include a new production, co-written by and starring Ethan Slater. Learn more about the lineup here!
Signature, Keegan, and 1st Stage Lead Wins at 41st Annual Helen Hayes Awards
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2025

The 41st Helen Hayes Awards took place on May 19, 2025, at The Anthem, honoring excellence in Washington D.C. theatre. Signature Theatre led with six wins. Awards were presented in 41 categories from 165 eligible 2024 productions.
Chance Theater To Present the OTR Staged Reading of AND THOU SHALT BE HEALED
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2025

Chance Theater has announced the staged reading of and thou shalt be healed, written by 2025 Resident Playwright Benjamin Benne and directed by Jeremy Cohen. This event is part of Chance Theater's acclaimed 'On the Radar' (OTR) New Play Reading Series, highlighting innovative and impactful works in progress.
Chance Theater To Present On the Radar Staged Reading of TEA FOR TOOFI
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2025

Chance Theater has announced the staged reading of Tea for Toofi, written and directed by Ravi Kapoor. This event is part of Chance Theater's acclaimed 'On the Radar' (OTR) New Play Reading Series, highlighting innovative and impactful works in progress.
TRIASSIC PARQ Regional Premiere Cast Announced From Minneapolis Musical Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025

Minneapolis Musical Theatre (MMT) is returning to the stage this spring with the area premiere of TRIASSIC PARQ. This marks the first collaboration between MMT and LUSH Lounge and Theater, who will sponsor the production at their theater from March 22 to April 13, 2025.
Bonnie Milligan, Beanie Feldstein and More Nominated for 2025 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025

Explore the 2025 Helen Hayes Awards Nominees, including standout performances by Bonnie Milligan and Beanie Feldstein. The awards will be presented on Monday, May 19 at an event at The Anthem. The nominations are for productions in the Washington, DC, region in the 2024 calendar year.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Marshall Pailet been in?

Marshall Pailet has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Marshall Pailet been in?

Marshall Pailet has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Marshall Pailet written?

Marshall Pailet has written 3 shows including Swimming Upstream (Bookwriter), Triassic Parq (Co-author), Baghdaddy (Author).

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