Nell Benjamin
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Nell Benjamin is a lyricist, writer, and composer noted for her work in musical theatre. With her husband and frequent collaborator Laurence O'Keefe, she won the Laurence Olivier Award for writing Legally Blonde in 2011. And in 2007, she was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Original Score for ...
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NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 16: Nell Benjamin poses at the opening night of the new musical based on the film "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical" on Broadway at The Longacre Theatre on October 16, 2019 in New York City (Photo by Bruce Glikas/WireImage)
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Nell Benjamin Biography
Nell Benjamin is a lyricist, writer, and composer noted for her work in musical theatre. With her husband and frequent collaborator Laurence O'Keefe, she won the Laurence Olivier Award for writing Legally Blonde in 2011. And in 2007, she was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Original Score for Legally Blonde, and then again in 2018 for her lyrics for Mean Girls.Nell Benjamin Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Lyrics | ||
Nell Benjamin, Mean Girls | ||
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | ||
Nell Benjamin, Mean Girls | ||
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Play | ||
Nell Benjamin, The Explorers Club | ||
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Lyrics | ||
Nell Benjamin, Legally Blonde | ||
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Music | ||
Nell Benjamin, Legally Blonde | ||
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | ||
Nell Benjamin, Legally Blonde The Musical | ||
- 2003 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist ![]() |
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by Review Roundups - May 25, 2022
Omigod you guys, meet fashion merchandising major Elle Woods and her college sweetheart Warner Huntington III. Popular, stylish, they have the perfect relationship.

by Cindy Marcolina - May 25, 2022
When Legally Blonde came out in 2001, its main character Elle Woods became an instant icon. Witty comebacks in hot pink stilettos, she tore down stereotypes and validated blondes across the world. She probably also inspired generations to pursue a law degree and not be intimidated to hide the multi-faceted human beings they can be.

by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2022
Omigod you guys, meet fashion merchandising major Elle Woods (Courtney Bowman) and her college sweetheart Warner Huntington III (Alistair Toovey). Popular, stylish, they have the perfect relationship. That is until Warner heads to Harvard Law School and decides that he needs a more 'serious' kind of girlfriend.

by Tara Bennett - May 20, 2022
It’s time to bust out your favorite pink clothes and sharpen your claws as the Broadway sensation MEAN GIRLS plays at the Saenger Theatre in New Orleans this week.

by Neil Shurley - May 18, 2022
“Wear pink to the theatre!”

by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2022
Manhattan Theatre Club’s American premiere of Golden Shield, written by Anchuli Felicia King (White Pearl) and directed by May Adrales (Vietgone at MTC), opens tonight at New York City Center – Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

by Joseph Harrison - May 8, 2022
There are some musicals that just make you smile and can do so regardless of how many times you have seen in them. For me, one of those shows is (and will always be) LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL. Now, some might turn their noses up at a musical based on a film, and others may scoff at the lighter subject matter, but what LEGALLY BLONDE does so well is share a story of female empowerment in a shiny, pink wrapper. And in its production of this fun and uplifting musical, Titusville Playhouse delivers a fresh, energetic and thoroughly entertaining take on the story of Miss Elle Woods and her journey of self-discovery.

by Emily Short - May 6, 2022
Welcome to Girl World, also known as Music Hall at Fair Park. Broadway's Mean Girls brings you a story of friendship, insecurity, curiosity, and acceptance. Don't miss out, and don't forget to wear PINK! Music Hall at Fair Park May 3-15. It’s going to be so FETCH!

by Emily Short - May 2, 2022
Look out Dallas, there's a new Cady Heron in town, and she's even more 'grool' than you could imagine. English Bernhardt is coming in hot with a performance full of personality, popularity, and PINK. Don't miss out on Broadway's MEAN GIRLS National Tour. Music Hall at Fair Park May 3-15.

by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2022
Leading the tour as Cady Heron will be current Standby for the role, English Bernhardt, current ensemble member, Morgan Ashley Bryant as Karen Smith, Jasmine Rogers as Gretchen Wieners, Lindsay Heather Pearce as Janis Sarkisian, and Adriana Scalice as Standby for Cady, Regina, and Janis.
Nell Benjamin Videos

by Stage Tube - Jun 10, 2020
The cast of Because of Winn Dixie reunites to perform 'What I Got' over Zoom.

by Stage Tube - Dec 4, 2019
The Broadway cast of Mean Girls performed a rendition of the classic holiday song, 'Jingle Bell Rock' on NBC's broadcast of the '87th Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center' this evening.

by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2019
Sounds of the City has announced its lineup of artists for the 2020 season.

by Stage Tube - Nov 28, 2019
Erika Henningsen, Barrett Wilbert Weed, Grey Henson and the company of Mean Girls perform a?oeWhere Do You Belong?a?? from the August Wilson Theatre for the CBS Thanksgiving Day Parade. Watch below!

by Stage Tube - Oct 31, 2019
What better way to celebrate Halloween than with a very sexy Halloween tribute from Mean Girls? Watch below as Kate Rockwell (Karen) and Krystina Alabado (Gretchen) perform 'Sexy.'

by Stage Tube - Oct 4, 2019
Her name is Reneé Rapp, and she is a massive deal. The newest queen bee of Broadway's Mean Girls is starring in the show's new official music video for the song 'World Burn.' Head to North Shore High by checking out the video!

by BroadwayWorld TV - Oct 3, 2019
Today is a massive deal: it's October 3rd, aka Mean Girls Day! To celebrate the grool holiday, we're heading to North Shore High to look back at opening night of Mean Girls at Broadway's August Wilson Theatre. Check out the video to see Erika Henningsen, Taylor Louderman, and more do this thing!

by BroadwayWorld TV - Aug 29, 2019
Okay we know fetch is never going to happen but the Mean Girls tour is! We stopped by rehearsals to chat with the cast as they head into the high school jungle.

by BroadwayWorld TV - Aug 29, 2019
Mean Girls is getting ready to launch their First National Tour September 21 in Buffalo, NY. We've got a sneak peek into the rehearsal room with the mega-talented team!

by Alan Henry - Aug 15, 2019
Mean Girls, the record-breaking new musical comedy produced by Lorne Michaels, Stuart Thompson, Sonia Friedman, and Paramount Pictures based on the hit film, is pleased to announce full casting for the First National Tour. The Mean Girls National Tour launches on September 21 in Buffalo, NY. Click here for the full tour route.