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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]
[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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Video: FROZEN At Hale Centre Theatre Photo
Video: FROZEN At Hale Centre Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2025

Disney's FROZEN is live on stage at  Hale Centre Theatre’s Centre Stage. Check out new video of the magical winter wonderland production that tells a tale of the power of familial love and a communal force that rises above despair.
Interview: Chelsea Rose Winsby and Synthia Yusuf Talk Playing Elsa and Anna in FROZEN Photo
Interview: Chelsea Rose Winsby and Synthia Yusuf Talk Playing Elsa and Anna in FROZEN
by Alyson Eng - Dec 12, 2025

Bringing the world of Arendelle to life in Vancouver are Chelsea Rose Winsby as Elsa and Synthia Yusuf as Anna. Their performances sit at the centre of a production shaped by dynamic set changes, digital effects, and a score expanded from the film. Both actors bring a personal perspective to the roles, shaped by their own histories, instincts, and connection to the story’s themes. 
Review: DISNEY'S FROZEN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at Murry's Dinner Playhouse in Little R Photo
Review: DISNEY'S FROZEN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at Murry's Dinner Playhouse in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Dec 9, 2025

When snowflakes sparkle across the stage and the familiar strains of the first chords begin, Murry’s Dinner Playhouse’s production of Frozen the Musical, with Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, Book by Jennifer Lee, and Directed by Don Bolinger, makes one thing immediately clear: this is going to be something special. 
Slow Burn Theatre Company To Present Disney’s FROZEN At Broward Center This Holiday Photo
Slow Burn Theatre Company To Present Disney’s FROZEN At Broward Center This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2025

Slow Burn Theatre Company will present Disney’s Frozen at the Broward Center’s Amaturo Theater. Tickets are available through the Broward Center and Ticketmaster.
Review: FROZEN at Paper Mill Playhouse-An Enchanting and Spectacular Production Photo
Review: FROZEN at Paper Mill Playhouse-An Enchanting and Spectacular Production
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 2, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse is now presenting a spectacular production of Disney’s Frozen and audience members of all ages are thrilled!
Photos: Disney's FROZEN Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse Photo
Photos: Disney's FROZEN Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025

You can now check out photos from the opening night of Disney’s Frozen at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production stars Mary Kate Morrissey as Elsa, and more.
Review: FROZEN at Springer Opera House Photo
Review: FROZEN at Springer Opera House
by Russell Warne - Nov 30, 2025

Script changes and strong performances make this production more pleasant than the film.
Review: FROZEN at Alabama Shakespeare Festival Photo
Review: FROZEN at Alabama Shakespeare Festival
by Russell Warne - Nov 29, 2025

In Montgomery, 'Frozen' is a wintery treat for all ages.
Video: Mary Kate Morrissey, Samantha Williams and More in FROZEN Rehearsals at Paper Photo
Video: Mary Kate Morrissey, Samantha Williams and More in FROZEN Rehearsals at Paper Mill
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025

You can now get a first look inside the rehearsal room for Paper Mill Playhouse’s upcoming production of Disney’s Frozen. The production stars Mary Kate Morrissey as Elsa.
Review: Hale Centre Theatre’s FROZEN is a Winter Wonderland Photo
Review: Hale Centre Theatre’s FROZEN is a Winter Wonderland
by Tyler Hinton - Nov 23, 2025

FROZEN on Hale Centre Theatre’s Centre Stage in Sandy is a magical winter wonderland that is also rooted in familial love and a communal force that rises above despair.
DaDa Launches DDFI Extra Running Throughout Disability History Month Photo
DaDa Launches DDFI Extra Running Throughout Disability History Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2025

Award-winning disability arts charity DaDa have announced the launch of DDFI Extra – a new winter arts programme running throughout Disability History Month 2025 and into the New Year.
Review: The Arts Club Shares the Magic of FROZEN in a Production that Surprises and D Photo
Review: The Arts Club Shares the Magic of FROZEN in a Production that Surprises and Delights
by Alyson Eng - Nov 12, 2025

This month, the Arts Club presents a fresh production of Disney’s FROZEN at the Stanley BFL Canada Stage in Vancouver, BC. The production runs from October 30, 2025 to January 4, 2026, and arrives as one of the company’s largest family titles of the season! This version places the spotlight on the bond between two sisters who face fear, change, and responsibility in different ways. FROZEN blends magic, powerful music, and an emotional story that speaks to audiences of all ages. 
Photos: FROZEN in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse Photo
Photos: FROZEN in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse began rehearsals this week for the beloved musical Disney’s Frozen. The production will begin performances this month. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Santino Fontana and Patti Murin to Perform at Columbia University School of the Arts Photo
Santino Fontana and Patti Murin to Perform at Columbia University School of the Arts Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025

Columbia University School of the Arts will host a special gala celebration to commemorate 60 Years of Artmaking and raise support for student scholarships. Learn more about the November gala!
Mary Kate Morrissey, Samantha Williams and More to Star in FROZEN at Paper Mill Playh Photo
Mary Kate Morrissey, Samantha Williams and More to Star in FROZEN at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for Disney’s Frozen, the next production in Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season. Learn more!
Video: Watch the Trailer for LEGO DISNEY FROZEN: OPERATION PUFFINS Animated Special Photo
Video: Watch the Trailer for LEGO DISNEY FROZEN: OPERATION PUFFINS Animated Special
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 16, 2025

Check out a new trailer for LEGO Disney Frozen: Operation Puffins, a new special featuring the fan favorite characters of Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and more. The special will begin streaming on Disney+ on October 24.
DISNEY'S FROZEN and More Announced for Syracuse University Drama 2025"2026 Season Photo
DISNEY'S FROZEN and More Announced for Syracuse University Drama 2025"2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2025

The Syracuse University Department of Drama has announced its 2025–2026 season, featuring Bernarda Alba, Antigonick, Picnic, A Rebel Prayer, Baltimore, and a co-production of Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical with Syracuse Stage.
Review: FROZEN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at The Phoenix Theatre Company Photo
Review: FROZEN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Sep 28, 2025

The Phoenix Theatre Company's production of FROZEN is a delight for those who know and love the film and are looking to be wowed with song and spectacle.
COME FROM AWAY Is the Most-Produced Show of 2025/26 Photo
COME FROM AWAY Is the Most-Produced Show of 2025/26
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 18, 2025

American Theatre magazine, published by Theatre Communications Group, has just released Top 10 Most-Produced Plays and Top 20 Most-Produced Playwrights for the new season.  We have all of the details!
Exclusive: First Look at FROZEN at 5-Star Theatricals Photo
Exclusive: First Look at FROZEN at 5-Star Theatricals
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 12, 2025

5-Star Theatricals brings the smash-hit Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical to life at the Kavli Theatre at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center, running through July 20, 2025. Check out photos 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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