Musical Director • Conductor Composer • Arranger • Vocal Coach |
An experienced musical director, conductor and pianist, Laura has helmed productions on Broadway, National and International Tours, and Regional Theaters all across the USA. Laura's original musical, NOT ANOTHER CHRISTMAS LETTER, has been performed in NYC and regionally, and is now available for licensing. As a vocal coach, Laura brings a wealth of practical knowledge, expertise and insight to New York performers. Her clients work on Broadway and around the globe. |
UPCOMING PROJECTS:
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Sweeney Todd at Opera Saratoga Three-time Tony nominee and Drama Desk Award Winner Carolee Carmello takes the stage as Mrs. Lovett in her Opera Saratoga and SPAC debut, alongside internationally acclaimed bass baritone Craig Colclough as Sweeney Todd. Laura Bergquist, who made her debut on the SPAC stage last summer leading Opera Saratoga’s critically acclaimed production of Man of La Mancha will conduct the staged concert performances, directed and choreographed by Kyle Lang. Further information and ticketing can be found HERE. |
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From Berlin to Broadway - Works of Kurt Weill Peoples' Symphony Concerts - NYC Saturday May 21, 2022 at 7:30pm Laura will be at the piano for this ARENS SERIES concert tribute to the artistry of Kurt Weill. For more information and ticketing, please visit the Peoples' Symphony Concert site - Located HERE. |
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RECENTLY:
Laura recently returned to ARENA STAGE to musically direct and conduct their 2022 production of
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN.
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN.
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Summer 2021 at Opera Saratoga:
In partnership with SPAC, Opera Saratoga recently presented MAN OF LA MANCHA, featuring Broadway and Opera star Zachary James in the role of Cervantes / Don Quixote; and Opera Saratoga favorite, Kelly Glyptis, returning to Saratoga Springs as Aldonza. The production, directed and choreographed by Opera Saratoga’s Artistic and General Director Lawrence Edelson, in full compliance with New York State COVID safety guidelines, was conducted by Laura Bergquist.
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Laura served as the Music Director for Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center's recent star-studded concert, BROADWAY IN THE BERKSHIRES. Read more about the August 2021 Concert via BroadwayWorld.Com: 
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ARENA STAGE Laura spent the autumn of 2019 in Washington DC, serving as the Music Director and Conductor for Disney's NEWSIES at ARENA STAGE.
In 2020, Laura participated in Arena Stage's GIFTS OF ART - a program set up for artists to share their gifts during the COVID-19 Pandemic. VIEW THE SINGING LESSON WITH LAURA HERE. |
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Laura was part of the team for the New York Times' Critic's Pick, and Outer Critic's Circle Award Winning - FIDDLER ON THE ROOF.
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Laura has frequented The Green Room 42 as the Musical Director for multiple events. She collaborated with Tony Award Winner Milly Shapiro on her wildly successful cabaret, IT'S ME, MILLY; as well as serving as the Music Director for SEKHMET SISTERHOOD'S NIGHT OF BROADWAY. |
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Laura's new musical, NOT ANOTHER CHRISTMAS LETTER! had its World Premiere in 2016 and is now available for licensing. Click HERE to listen to demo tracks and find out how to add this charming and hilarious show to your upcoming season. More information is available via Laura's composer page. |
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Laura is a proud member of Local 802, ASCAP, and MAESTRA.
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