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[West End, 2023]
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[West End, 2023]
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[Off-Broadway, 2014]
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Movies

Postal Inspector
[ 1936 ] songs by
Zaza
[ 1938 ] songs by
Cocoanut Grove
[ 1938 ] songs by
Cafe Society
[ 1939 ] songs by
Destry Rides Again
[ 1939 ] songs by
St. Louis Blues
[ 1939 ] songs by
Buck Benny Rides Again
[ 1940 ] lyrics by
This Gun for Hire
[ 1942 ] songs by
Priorities on Parade
[ 1942 ] writer
Thank Your Lucky Stars
[ 1943 ] music and lyrics by
Red, Hot and Blue
[ 1949 ] Hair-do Lempke
Let's Dance
[ 1950 ] songs by
Where's Charley?
[ 1952 ] music and lyrics by
Guys and Dolls
[ 1955 ] music and lyrics by
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
[ 1967 ] music and lyrics by

Awards and Nominations


winner
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Musical Production

Frank Loesser, Guys And Dolls

Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical

Frank LoesserSeñor Discretion Himself


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1966 - Other Award

Frank Loesser


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1962 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Frank Loesser, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1957 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, The Most Happy Fella

Tony Awards - 1957 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, The Most Happy Fella


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, Guys and Dolls


winner
Tony Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, Guys and Dolls

News

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL Is Now Available to License
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 23, 2026

 Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) just announced the licensing availability of Pretty Woman: The Musical. The musical is available worldwide (excluding Australasia and Europe) and other international/regional restrictions may apply. 
Debby Boone, Billy Stritch and More to Join TONY BENNETT CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026

Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club will present a Tony Bennett Centennial Celebration as part of its Songbook Sundays series, featuring Debby Boone, Billy Stritch, Gabrielle Stravelli, and David Marino.
HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Announces Cast For Hayes Theatre Production
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 19, 2026

The multiple award-winning producer behind RENT and Catch Me If You Can, LPD Productions has announced the cast for its upcoming production of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Winner of seven Tony Awards, this razor-sharp musical comedy proves that climbing the corporate ladder can be every bit as entertaining as it is unpredictable.
LES MISÉRABLES Is Available Again for Licensing Through MTI
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 14, 2026

Les Misérables is written by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg (Miss Saigon, Martin Guerre, The Pirate Queen) and is based on the novel by Victor Hugo. It has music by Claude-Michel Schönberg, lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer and original French text by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel, additional material by James Fenton and adaptation by Trevor Nunn and John Caird. The classic story asks one of the most profound questions of theatre: What would you do if you were granted a second chance at life?
DREAMING OF A SONG: THE MUSIC OF HOAGY CARMICHAEL to Play Hamptons Summer Songbook
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2026

Klea Blackhurst and Billy Stritch will bring their critically acclaimed show celebrating Hoagy Carmichael's songbook to LTV Studios in Wainscott, NY, as part of the Hamptons Summer Songbook By the Sea series.
Review: CURTAINS & CADENZAS at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - Jul 13, 2026

Old showtunes prove there's life in old-school show tunes when the Pocket Change Combo combines forces with young singers. Terrific Tyler J. Landusky led the combo platter of jazz and Broadway in CURTAINS & CADENZAS at 54 Below.
GUYS & DOLLS to Open Renaissance Theatre's 2026-2027 Broadway Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2026

The Renaissance Theatre in Mansfield, Ohio, will open its Broadway Series with Guys & Dolls, directed by Artistic Director Michael Thomas, in the venue's newly renovated auditorium.
Single Tickets to Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2026/27 Season on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 6, 2026

Single tickets go on sale for Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2026/27 Season — seven operas spanning centuries and continents, four unique concerts, two Academy Award–winning films performed live, plus more.
Video: Bonnie Milligan & Christopher Sieber Sing 'Sue Me' From GUYS & DOLLS IN CONCERT
by Michael Major - Jul 1, 2026

Step inside rehearsals for Theatre Aspen's Guys & Dolls In Concert with Bonnie Milligan and Christopher Sieber. Watch a video Milligan as ‘Miss Adelaide' and Sieber as ‘Nathan Detroit’ rehearsing 'Sue Me.'
Review: Young Talent Rolls the Dice (and Wins) in GUYS AND DOLLS
by Caroline Powell - Jul 1, 2026

City Springs Theatre Conservatory's high school cast brings full-scale polish to 'Guys and Dolls' at Byers Theatre, led by standout Jake James.
Choosing the Right Musical: Seven Schools Share Their Approach
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 3, 2026

BroadwayWorld spoke with educators from seven schools that recently licensed musicals through Music Theatre International (MTI) about how they selected this year's productions. While every program had its own priorities, one thing quickly became clear: choosing a musical is about much more than picking a favorite show.
Review: Carly Ozard Is Fierce in the ETHEL MERMAN DISCO ALBUM PROJECT at Green Room 42
by Rob Lester - Jul 2, 2026

Carly Ozard's ETHEL MERMAN DISCO ALBUM PROJECT was a lively show from a live-wire performer (to say the least)! Ozard's big, belting voice was a perfect match for Merman's material.
Michael James Scott Joins GUYS AND DOLLS IN CONCERT at Theatre Aspen
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026

Michael James Scott will join the previously announced company of The Aspen Music Festival and School and Theatre Aspen's Guys and Dolls in Concert as ‘Nicely-Nicely Johnson'.
Renée Fleming, Thomas Hampson and More to be Featured in Aspen Music Festival & School 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026

The Aspen Music Festival and School's eight-week summer season, titled 'For All,' will feature world and Colorado premieres, a fully staged opera, and guest appearances by Renée Fleming, Thomas Hampson and more.
THE MOST HAPPY FELLA to Be Staged at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2026

North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach, CA will present THE MOST HAPPY FELLA, with the production's conception detailed in a new article by the theater's marketing director.
KIM'S CONVENIENCE & More Lead Los Angeles' Summer 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2026

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Summer 2026 include Kim's Convenience and more.
Video: First Look at THE MOST HAPPY FELLA at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Jun 10, 2026

North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach, CA is currently staging THE MOST HAPPY FELLA, the Broadway musical exploring love, longing, and second chances, running through July 5th.
THE MOST HAPPY FELLA Trailer Released Ahead of North Coast Repertory Theatre Run
by Robert Diamond - Jun 7, 2026

North Coast Repertory Theatre released a trailer for Frank Loesser's THE MOST HAPPY FELLA, directed by Jeffrey B. Moss, featuring Lauren Weinberg as Rosabella and Gregory North as Tony in the Napa Valley-set romantic musical.
Review: THE MOST HAPPY FELLA at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 7, 2026

If you think lying on your dating profile is a modern invention, “The Most Happy Fella” is here to remind you that catfishing has existed for generations. Fortunately, North Coast Repertory Theatre's production has something even more timeless than romantic deception: a glorious score sung by an excellent cast.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Is Now Available for Licensing Through MTI
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 4, 2026

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced that Kimberly Akimbo, the winner of the most Tony Awards of the 2022–2023 season, including Best Musical, is now available for licensing. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Frank Loesser written?

Frank Loesser has written 12 shows including The Most Happy Fella (Bookwriter), The Illustrators' Show (Lyricist), Where's Charley? (Composer), Guys and Dolls (Composer), Greenwillow (Composer/Lyricist), How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Composer), Pleasures and Palaces (Bookwriter), Hans Andersen (Composer/Lyricist), Ain't Misbehavin' (Lyricist), Perfectly Frank (Composer/Lyricist), Señor Discretion Himself (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Blueprint Specials (Music, Lyrics).

What awards has Frank Loesser been nominated for?

Frank Loesser has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable nominations include Outstanding Musical Production at the Olivier Awards for "Guys And Dolls," the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Señor Discretion Himself," and an Other Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. He was also nominated for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "The Most Happy Fella." Additionally, he received nominations for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying." Furthermore, he was nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards and the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Guys and Dolls" and "The Most Happy Fella."

What awards has Frank Loesser won?

Frank Loesser has won several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable wins include the Outstanding Musical Production at the Olivier Awards for "Guys And Dolls," an Other Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, the Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for both "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "The Most Happy Fella," and the Best Musical at the Tony Awards for "Guys and Dolls."

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