Marshall Pailet
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.
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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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Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2026 - OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A PLAY
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Videos
Video: Goodspeed Musicals Shares First Sing-Through of THE SNOW GOOSE
by Rachel Stone - 2026-08-25 19:24:23
Video: THE SNOW GOOSE Cast Rehearses 'Little Bird' Ahead of Goodspeed Premiere
by Joshua Wright - 2026-08-13 10:51:47
Video: How Ethan Slater Found the Man Behind the Mime in MARCEL ON THE TRAIN
by Luka Vonier - 2026-03-15 16:00:20
Video: Ethan Slater & More Explain What MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Is All About
by Nicole Rosky - 2026-01-27 12:17:35
Video: Ethan Slater Becomes 'Marcel' in MARCEL ON THE TRAIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-11-10 13:42:16
Video: Get An Exclusive First Look At PRIVATE JONES At Signature Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-14 13:00:20
Video: Go Behind-The-Scenes of PRIVATE JONES at Signature Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-02-11 09:55:16
Exclusive: Get A First Listen to 'South Wales Borderers' from Signature Theatre's PRIVATE JONES
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-30 13:00:20
VIDEO: First Look At 'Part of the Sound' from Goodspeed's PRIVATE JONES
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-10-25 23:40:19
VIDEO: Get a Sneak Peek Inside Goodspeed's PRIVATE JONES Dress Rehearsal
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-15 15:41:17
Exclusive: Get an Inside Look Into the Recording of A COMMERCIAL JINGLE FOR REGINA COMET Cast Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-08-19 10:00:20
VIDEO: Check Out a Montage From A COMMERCIAL JINGLE FOR REGINA COMET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-09-29 17:48:58
TV: BAGHDADDY's Ethan Slater, Brennan Caldwell and More Perform 'Das Man' in the Kitchen
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-05-12 16:22:42
TV: BAGHDADDY's Ethan Slater Sings in the Kitchen with Brandon Espinoza & Claire Neuman
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-04-25 16:42:11
News
First Look At THE SNOW GOOSE At Goodspeed
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 5, 2026
Now playing at Goodspeed, THE SNOW GOOSE has just released a first look at the production, which is currently playing through October 18th. Check out the video below!
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 5, 2026
Now playing at Goodspeed, THE SNOW GOOSE has just released a first look at the production, which is currently playing through October 18th. Check out the video below!
Video: Goodspeed Musicals Shares First Sing-Through of THE SNOW GOOSE
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
Goodspeed Musicals shared footage from the first sing-through with the orchestra for its world premiere musical THE SNOW GOOSE, ahead of the show's opening in East Haddam.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
Goodspeed Musicals shared footage from the first sing-through with the orchestra for its world premiere musical THE SNOW GOOSE, ahead of the show's opening in East Haddam.
Martian Entertainment Names Ju Hong and Kaylin Kellin to Leadership Roles
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2026
Martian Entertainment named Ju Hong as Vice President of International Development and Kaylin Kellin as Head of Creative Strategy and Synergy, expanding the Tony-winning producing and general management firm's leadership team.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2026
Martian Entertainment named Ju Hong as Vice President of International Development and Kaylin Kellin as Head of Creative Strategy and Synergy, expanding the Tony-winning producing and general management firm's leadership team.
Video: THE SNOW GOOSE Cast Rehearses 'Little Bird' Ahead of Goodspeed Premiere
by Joshua Wright - Aug 13, 2026
Goodspeed Musicals shared rehearsal footage of Ashlyn Maddox and the cast performing 'Little Bird' from the world premiere musical The Snow Goose, running August 28 - October 18 at The Goodspeed.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 13, 2026
Goodspeed Musicals shared rehearsal footage of Ashlyn Maddox and the cast performing 'Little Bird' from the world premiere musical The Snow Goose, running August 28 - October 18 at The Goodspeed.
Eric Graise, Ashlyn Maddox and More to Star in THE SNOW GOOSE at Goodspeed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Goodspeed Musicals will present The Snow Goose as its third production of the 2026 season. The Snow Goose is by award-winning writers and recipients of the 2025 Jonathan Larson Grant Scott Gilmour & Claire McKenzie.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2026
Goodspeed Musicals will present The Snow Goose as its third production of the 2026 season. The Snow Goose is by award-winning writers and recipients of the 2025 Jonathan Larson Grant Scott Gilmour & Claire McKenzie.
Rose Ayling-Ellis and James Spence Will Lead PRIVATE JONES at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2026
Rose Ayling-Ellis and James Spence will lead the cast of PRIVATE JONES, a new WW1 musical weaving sign language, live captioning, and a Foley soundscape, at Southwark Playhouse Elephant in London.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2026
Rose Ayling-Ellis and James Spence will lead the cast of PRIVATE JONES, a new WW1 musical weaving sign language, live captioning, and a Foley soundscape, at Southwark Playhouse Elephant in London.
PRIVATE JONES Musical to Make European Premiere at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
The European premiere of PRIVATE JONES, a new WW1 musical written and directed by Marshall Pailet, is set to run at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, featuring a cast of hearing, hard-of-hearing, and deaf performers.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
The European premiere of PRIVATE JONES, a new WW1 musical written and directed by Marshall Pailet, is set to run at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, featuring a cast of hearing, hard-of-hearing, and deaf performers.
NIKOLA World Premiere PURPOSE, PRIMA FACIE and More Set for Arena Stage 2026/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Arena Stage announced the first five productions of its 76th season, including world premieres from Step Afrika! and a new musical, plus Tony-nominated PRIMA FACIE, PURPOSE, and a holiday tradition.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Arena Stage announced the first five productions of its 76th season, including world premieres from Step Afrika! and a new musical, plus Tony-nominated PRIMA FACIE, PURPOSE, and a holiday tradition.
Photos: Thornton Wilder's THE EMPORIUM Opens at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Classic Stage Company celebrated the opening night of Thornton Wilder’s The Emporium, the New York premiere of master American dramatist Thornton Wilder’s final play. See photos from opening night here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Classic Stage Company celebrated the opening night of Thornton Wilder’s The Emporium, the New York premiere of master American dramatist Thornton Wilder’s final play. See photos from opening night here!
2026 Drama League Awards Winners- Joshua Henry, MEXODUS, LIBERATION Win Big
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026
The best of Broadway and off-Broadway were on hand at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate 92nd Annual Drama League Awards, hosted by Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Check out a full list of winners here.
2026 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
Broadway-Aimed LOCH NESS Will Make World Premiere at Two River Theater In 2027; Full Season Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026
The Broadway-aimed new musical Loch Ness will premiere as part of Two River Theater's 2026/2027 season from March 10 – April 4, 2027. Learn more about the full season here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026
The Broadway-aimed new musical Loch Ness will premiere as part of Two River Theater's 2026/2027 season from March 10 – April 4, 2027. Learn more about the full season here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 13, 2026- Maya Rudolph To Join OH, MARY and More
by - Mar 13, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Mar 13, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: How Ethan Slater Found the Man Behind the Mime in MARCEL ON THE TRAIN
by Luka Vonier - Mar 15, 2026
Ethan Slater has a officially left Oz and has found a home at Classic Stage Company, where his new play, Marcel on the Train, is currently running. Not only did he write the show (with director Marshall Pailet), but he also plays legendary mime, Marcel Marceau. Watch in this video as he shares more about how the play came together and why he's happy to be back at home onstage.
by Luka Vonier - Mar 15, 2026
Ethan Slater has a officially left Oz and has found a home at Classic Stage Company, where his new play, Marcel on the Train, is currently running. Not only did he write the show (with director Marshall Pailet), but he also plays legendary mime, Marcel Marceau. Watch in this video as he shares more about how the play came together and why he's happy to be back at home onstage.
MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Adds Performances at Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026
Classic Stage Company has added one additional performance on Wednesday March 18 at 2PM for the world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet & Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater and directed by Pailet.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2026
Classic Stage Company has added one additional performance on Wednesday March 18 at 2PM for the world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet & Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater and directed by Pailet.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 25, 2026- Grosses Impacted As Blizzard Shutters Shows and More
by - Feb 25, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 25, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 25, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 25, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Celebrates Opening Night at Classic Stage Company
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 24, 2026
The world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater, and directed by Pailet, recently celebrated its opening night. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from opening night here!
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 24, 2026
The world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater, and directed by Pailet, recently celebrated its opening night. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from opening night here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 24, 2026- Broadway Blizzard Updates and More
by - Feb 24, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 24, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: Ethan Slater Leads MARCEL ON THE TRAIN at Classic Stage Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater, and directed by Pailet, officially opened on Sunday, February 22 at Classic Stage Company. Read the reviews here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater, and directed by Pailet, officially opened on Sunday, February 22 at Classic Stage Company. Read the reviews here!
THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM Comes to the MAC
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
TheaterWorksUSA will present THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM at the MAC, offering a theatrical journey through space for family audiences.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026
TheaterWorksUSA will present THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM at the MAC, offering a theatrical journey through space for family audiences.
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).
What awards has Marshall Pailet been nominated for?
and OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A PLAY (Drama League Awards) for Marcel on the Train.
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