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BIO

Jennifer Lee is the Academy Award-winning writer of Walt Disney Animation Studio's Frozen, which she also directed with Chris Buck. It became the #1 animated film of all time, worldwide. For her work on Frozen, Lee received numerous awards including a Golden Globe, a Critics Choice Award, a BAFTA Award and an Academy Award. Her Disney Animation career began as co-writer of the Oscar-nominated Wreck-It Ralph. She also wrote the screenplay for Disney's 2018 release A Wrinkle in Time. Currently, Lee is hard at work writing/directing Frozen 2.

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STAGE CREDITS

The Fantasticks
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1960
Luisa [Replacement]

Productions

FrozenFrozen
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Bookwriter
Marlene
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Associate Producer

Writing

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Book of a Musical

Jennifer Lee, Frozen

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Garrett Clayton and More Join the Cast of FROZEN at La Mirada Theatre Photo
Garrett Clayton and More Join the Cast of FROZEN at La Mirada Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2025

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has revealed the full cast for the Los Angeles regional theatre premiere of  Disney’s FROZEN The Broadway Musical. See who is starring and learn more!
Video: Disney's FROZEN The Broadway Musical At Children's Theatre Company Photo
Video: Disney's FROZEN The Broadway Musical At Children's Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2025

Children's Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and creative team for the company's original production of Disney's Frozen The Broadway Musical, which will run April 15-June 15, 2025 on the UnitedHealth Group Stage. Opening night is Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 7pm. Watch the video.
Video: FROZEN at Children's Theatre Company Photo
Video: FROZEN at Children's Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - May 2, 2025

Get a first look at Children’s Theatre Company's original production of Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical, which will run April 15-June 15, 2025 on the UnitedHealth Group Stage.
Jenna Lea Rosen, Cailen Fu and More to Star in FROZEN at La Mirada Photo
Jenna Lea Rosen, Cailen Fu and More to Star in FROZEN at La Mirada
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 30, 2025

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT has revealed the initial cast for the Los Angeles regional theatre premiere of  Disney’s FROZEN The Broadway Musical. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Pittsburgh CLO Unveils CAMELOT, BACK TO THE FUTURE, And FROZEN Creative Teams Photo
Pittsburgh CLO Unveils CAMELOT, BACK TO THE FUTURE, And FROZEN Creative Teams
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2025

Pittsburgh CLO has unveiled the Creative Teams for the highly anticipated 2025 PNC Summer of Musicals. This esteemed group of creative visionaries will bring the magic of Broadway to life throughout the summer season.
Patti Murin, Hannah Corneau, and More Will Lead FROZEN at The Muny Photo
Patti Murin, Hannah Corneau, and More Will Lead FROZEN at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2025

 Patti Murin, Hannah Corneau, Jelani Remy, Bobby Conte, Kennedy Kanagawa, Andrew A. Cano, Jared Gertner, Maliah Strawbridge and Isla Turner will star in the Muny premiere of Disney’s Frozen.
Feature: FROST at Lion Musicals Photo
Feature: FROST at Lion Musicals
by Maria Bruun Fanoe - Apr 22, 2025

Store sangstjerner og overdådig scenografi glimter om kap, når fænomenet FROST     kommer til Danmark! I hovedrollerne ses Maria Lucia Heiberg Rosenberg og Kristine Yde Eriksen, der uforglemmeligt lagde stemmer til den danske version af animationsfilmen. FROST får danmarkspremiere den 12. februar 2026 i Falkonersalen i København og opføres efterfølgende i Musikhuset Aarhus og Odeon i Odense. Billetsalget starter 24. april kl. 10.00.
Photos: FROZEN at Children's Theatre Company Photo
Photos: FROZEN at Children's Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025

Children’s Theatre Company has released photos of the company’s original production of Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical, which will run April 15-June 15, 2025 on the UnitedHealth Group Stage. Opening night is Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 7pm. 
Video: Watch Kristen Bell & Santino Fontana Sing First Duet Since FROZEN Photo
Video: Watch Kristen Bell & Santino Fontana Sing First Duet Since FROZEN
by Michael Major - Apr 17, 2025

12 years after Kristen Bell and Santino Fontana sang 'Love Is An Open Door' in Frozen, they have reunited to perform a song from the new Off-Broadway musical All the World's A Stage. Watch them sing 'Dinner' from Adam Gwon's musical in a new video!
Photos: Meet the Stars of FROZEN at Children's Theatre Company Photo
Photos: Meet the Stars of FROZEN at Children's Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2025

Children’s Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and creative team for the company’s original production of Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical, which will run April 15-June 15, 2025 on the UnitedHealth Group Stage. See photos of the stars.
Video: Minnesota Locals Sing 'Let It Go' to Celebrate Children's Theatre Company's FR Photo
Video: Minnesota Locals Sing 'Let It Go' to Celebrate Children's Theatre Company's FROZEN
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025

In celebration of Children's Theatre Company's new production of Disney's Frozen, several notable Minnesotans came together to perform the hit song Let It Go. Watch the video now!
Photos: Disney's FROZEN At Playful People Productions Photo
Photos: Disney's FROZEN At Playful People Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2025

Playful People Productions, a theater education nonprofit in San Jose, will present Disney's Frozen JR., based on the beloved movie and featuring everyone's favorite characters.
Photos: Children's Theatre Company's FROZEN in Rehearsal Photo
Photos: Children's Theatre Company's FROZEN in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025

All new rehearsal photos have been released from Children's Theatre Company's production of Disney's Frozen. Learn more about the show and check out the photos here!
World Premiere of RELENTLESS and More Set for Syracuse Stage 25/26 Season Photo
World Premiere of RELENTLESS and More Set for Syracuse Stage 25/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2025

The 25/26 season at Syracuse Stage will feature a Broadway hit, fresh revivals of award-winning classics, an inspiring new American musical and a knockout world premiere play. See the full season here!
San Pedro Playhouse And Classic Theatre Announce 2025/26 Season Photo
San Pedro Playhouse And Classic Theatre Announce 2025/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

San Pedro Playhouse and Classic Theatre will present 'The Rest is HERstory,' a season spotlighting powerful, women-centered stories that captivate, inspire, and entertain.
DISNEY’S FROZEN and More Set for Duluth Playhouse 2025-26 Season Photo
DISNEY’S FROZEN and More Set for Duluth Playhouse 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

Duluth Playhouse has unveiled its 2025-2026 Main Stage, Underground, and Youth Theatre seasons. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
BULL DURHAM and More Set for Paper Mill Playhouse 2025-2026 Season Photo
BULL DURHAM and More Set for Paper Mill Playhouse 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the five musicals to be presented during the theater’s upcoming 2025-2026 season, marking Paper Mill’s 87th season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Anika Noni Rose Comments on TIANA Series Cancellation, Calls for Fan Support Photo
Anika Noni Rose Comments on TIANA Series Cancellation, Calls for Fan Support
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2025

In an Instagram post, Tony-winner and Tiana performer Anika Noni Rose has shared her thoughts about the recent decision to cancel the Tiana spin-off series, revealing that she is 'deeply disappointed.'
FROZEN, COME FROM AWAY And More Announced for Arvada Center 50th Anniversary Theatre Photo
FROZEN, COME FROM AWAY And More Announced for Arvada Center 50th Anniversary Theatre Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2025

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a 2025-2026 Theatre Season. Get full details on the lineup and more!
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG And More Announced for Grand Theatre 2025 Season Photo
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG And More Announced for Grand Theatre 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025

Grand Theatre has unveiled its 2025/26 season, titled “You Are Here.” The lineup features six productions, including, Tony, Olivier, and Pulitzer Prize winning shows. Check out all of the detials here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Jennifer Lee written?

Jennifer Lee has written 1 shows including Frozen (Bookwriter).

What awards has Jennifer Lee been nominated for?

and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Frozen.

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