Richard Frankel
Latest News on Richard Frankel:
Review: The First Annual 54 Below Gala Is a Heartwarming Success (Mar 24, 2026)
Industry Pro Newsletter: Broadway Cares Distributes $3.2 Million, Lortel Awards Dates Announced (Feb 16, 2026)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 10, 2026- THE FEAR OF 13 On Broadway Adds New Cast Members and More (Feb 10, 2026)
Review: The First Annual 54 Below Gala Is a Heartwarming Success (Mar 24, 2026)
Industry Pro Newsletter: Broadway Cares Distributes $3.2 Million, Lortel Awards Dates Announced (Feb 16, 2026)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 10, 2026- THE FEAR OF 13 On Broadway Adds New Cast Members and More (Feb 10, 2026)
BIO
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Producers (2001) Producer
Hairspray (2002) Producer
Photos
Jason Tam, Gilbert L. Bailey II, Adam Chanler-Berat, Lauren Marcus, Taylor Iman Jones, Andy Mientus, Jessie Hooker-Bailey, John Simpkins, Jennifer Ashley Tepper, Byron Easley, Steven Baruch, Marc Routh, Tom Viertel and Richard Frankel and Company
Date:
03/11/2025
From: Photos: THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Opens Off-Broadway
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
The Lortels - 2012 - Lifetime Achievement Award
Richard Frankel
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Musical
Richard Frankel, Leap of Faith
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Revival of a Musical
Richard Frankel, A Little Night Music
winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Revival of a Play
Richard Frankel, The Norman Conquests
winner
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Revival of a Musical
Richard Frankel, Company
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Revival of a Musical
Richard Frankel, Sweeney Todd
winner
The Lortels - 2001 - Unique Theatrical Experience
Richard Frankel, Mnemonic
Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Musical
Richard Frankel, Swing!
winner
The Lortels - 1999 - Outstanding Revival
Richard Frankel, The Mystery of Irma Vep
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Revival of a Musical
Richard Frankel, The Sound of Music
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Musical
Richard Frankel, Smokey Joe's Cafe
winner
The Lortels - 1989 - Outstanding Play
Richard Frankel, The Cocktail Hour
Videos
Video: BACK TO THE FUTURE Reveals Special Performance To Celebrate Back to the Future Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-10-13 12:45:59
Breaking: Casey Likes Joins Roger Bart in BACK TO THE FUTURE on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-03-01 09:00:20
BACK TO THE FUTURE Will Open on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre in Summer 2023
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-10-21 10:00:20
Meet the 2022 Tony Nominees: Feinstein's/54 Below's Richard Frankel and Tom Viertel
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-05-30 10:00:20
Andrew Barth Feldman to Present PARK MAP at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-21 12:34:38
Video: Mike Stoller Chats About The Return Of SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-06-06 20:00:32
VIDEO: Mike Stoller Appears at Opening Night of Ogunquit's Off-Broadway Bound SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-05-24 22:25:21
VIDEO: First Look at Ogunquit's Off-Broadway Bound SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE
by Alan Henry - 2018-05-24 15:28:32
TV Exclusive: Watch Just-Released Promo for PENN & TELLER: LIVE ON BROADWAY!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-04-29 16:41:48
TV Exclusive: Watch the Newtildas Preview WHEN CHILDREN RULE THE WORLD at 54 Below
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-10-06 13:14:56
MEGA STAGE TUBE: Highlights From WHEN I GROW UP: BROADWAY'S NEXT GENERATION at 54 Below!
by Stage Tube - 2013-08-05 17:33:16
MEGA STAGE TUBE: Rory O'Malley, Andrew Keenan-Bolger & More Perform with the Skivvies
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-06-13 10:44:33
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes at 54 Below with Bebe Neuwirth and More!
by Stage Tube - 2013-05-22 19:58:51
TV: On the Scene with Steve Kazee, Barbara Cook & More at 54 Below!
by Randy Rainbow - 2013-04-26 16:11:45
News
Review: The First Annual 54 Below Gala Is a Heartwarming Success
by Stephen Sorokoff - Mar 24, 2026
The founders of 54 Below opened the doors of their jewelbox of a venue to a sold out crowd last night March 23. See photos and a review of the magical night.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Mar 24, 2026
The founders of 54 Below opened the doors of their jewelbox of a venue to a sold out crowd last night March 23. See photos and a review of the magical night.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Broadway Cares Distributes $3.2 Million, Lortel Awards Dates Announced
by Alex Freeman - Feb 16, 2026
From Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS distributing $3.2 million to food programs nationwide to financial updates and future plans at 54 Below, the theater community continues to navigate challenges while supporting artists and audiences alike. We also look ahead to key dates for the Lucille Lortel Awards, explore a Stage Mag spotlight on THE SOUND INSIDE at Capital Stage, and share a moving PBS feature on Ukrainian theater uplifting children during wartime.
by Alex Freeman - Feb 16, 2026
From Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS distributing $3.2 million to food programs nationwide to financial updates and future plans at 54 Below, the theater community continues to navigate challenges while supporting artists and audiences alike. We also look ahead to key dates for the Lucille Lortel Awards, explore a Stage Mag spotlight on THE SOUND INSIDE at Capital Stage, and share a moving PBS feature on Ukrainian theater uplifting children during wartime.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 10, 2026- THE FEAR OF 13 On Broadway Adds New Cast Members and More
by - Feb 10, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 10, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Feb 10, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 10, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
How 54 Below is Confronting Financial Challenges; Richard Frankel Discusses the Future
by Cara Joy David - Feb 9, 2026
In December, word started spreading that the venue we know as 54 Below was hitting the rental market. Various area businesses were contacted by those who were marketing the property for occupancy in the first quarter of 2027.
by Cara Joy David - Feb 9, 2026
In December, word started spreading that the venue we know as 54 Below was hitting the rental market. Various area businesses were contacted by those who were marketing the property for occupancy in the first quarter of 2027.
Inaugural ROCHELLE DENTON AWARDS Will Honor Indie Theater Leaders at Judson Memorial Church
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2025
The inaugural Rochelle Denton Awards will be presented September 15 at Judson Memorial Church in NYC, honoring John Clancy, Michael Criscuolo, Tim Cusack, David Fuller, Elena K. Holy, and Judith Jarosz.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2025
The inaugural Rochelle Denton Awards will be presented September 15 at Judson Memorial Church in NYC, honoring John Clancy, Michael Criscuolo, Tim Cusack, David Fuller, Elena K. Holy, and Judith Jarosz.
Cabaret Roundup: August 18-24, 2025- Samantha Pauly, Penn & Teller, and More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 18, 2025
Here are a few top picks to consider in NYC this week including a free outdoor summer concert, magicians Penn and Teller at Radio City Music Hall, and stars of Broadway and film/TV doing solo shows.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 18, 2025
Here are a few top picks to consider in NYC this week including a free outdoor summer concert, magicians Penn and Teller at Radio City Music Hall, and stars of Broadway and film/TV doing solo shows.
Beth Leavel, Casey Likes and More to Perform at 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here!
Best Cabaret in August 2025: Isaac Mizrahi, Penn & Teller, Samantha Pauly & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 1, 2025
See some of the biggest stars of the stage, screen, jazz, cabaret & Broadway performing at cabaret venues this month at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and likely to sell out
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 1, 2025
See some of the biggest stars of the stage, screen, jazz, cabaret & Broadway performing at cabaret venues this month at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and likely to sell out
Photos: THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Opens Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 11, 2025
The new musical, The Jonathan Larson Project, is open now at at the Orpheum Theatre Off-Broadway. Check out photos from opening night here and learn more about the show!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 11, 2025
The new musical, The Jonathan Larson Project, is open now at at the Orpheum Theatre Off-Broadway. Check out photos from opening night here and learn more about the show!
Feature: Norm Lewis Wrapped Up the Holiday Season with 7 Sold-Out Shows at 54
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 27, 2024
What happened over the seven consecutive shows, was indeed a Christmas miracle. There was plenty of laughter and tears, and intimate interaction with the audiences. It is simply the “must-see” holiday event of the season.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 27, 2024
What happened over the seven consecutive shows, was indeed a Christmas miracle. There was plenty of laughter and tears, and intimate interaction with the audiences. It is simply the “must-see” holiday event of the season.
Photos: Opening Night of NORM LEWIS: THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 19, 2024
Norm Lewis kicked off THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS, running nightly through 12/24, on 12/18. In addition to a lovely show, Norm’s opening night was a benefit that also aided 54 Below’s Ticket Subsidy program.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 19, 2024
Norm Lewis kicked off THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS, running nightly through 12/24, on 12/18. In addition to a lovely show, Norm’s opening night was a benefit that also aided 54 Below’s Ticket Subsidy program.
Penn & Teller to Celebrate 50th Anniversary at Radio City Music Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2024
Penn & Teller will celebrate 50 years together when they headline Radio City Music Hall on Thursday August 21, 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2024
Penn & Teller will celebrate 50 years together when they headline Radio City Music Hall on Thursday August 21, 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
54 Below Unveils First Cohort of 'The Genesis Project,' Supporting Emerging Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024
54 BELOW has revealed the first cohort of early career artists selected to participate in the Genesis Project. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024
54 BELOW has revealed the first cohort of early career artists selected to participate in the Genesis Project. Learn more!
54 SINGS THE GLEE VERSION Finale to be Presented at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024
Grab your slushees and head down to 54 Below to celebrate the songs made famous by the iconic hit TV show, “GLEE.” Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024
Grab your slushees and head down to 54 Below to celebrate the songs made famous by the iconic hit TV show, “GLEE.” Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: 54 SINGS THE RINK Pays Tribute to a Kander & Ebb Gem at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 27, 2024
Charles Kirsch, host of the Backstage Babble podcast, produced Monday night’s 54 Sings The Rink concert, featuring an array of talent who all had some connection to the 1984 musical. The Rink was a treasure, and this concert was a treasure, too, featuring Karen Ziemba, Mary Testa, Caroline O'Connor and many other stars.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 27, 2024
Charles Kirsch, host of the Backstage Babble podcast, produced Monday night’s 54 Sings The Rink concert, featuring an array of talent who all had some connection to the 1984 musical. The Rink was a treasure, and this concert was a treasure, too, featuring Karen Ziemba, Mary Testa, Caroline O'Connor and many other stars.
Photos: 54 DOES 54: THE STAFF SHOW at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 3, 2024
I had no idea that 54 DOES 54 has been an annual event for many years, but I am so glad I was there on Sunday night to witness the range of talents and the performances from so many of the staff of the club and personnel from the offices upstairs of 54 Below.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 3, 2024
I had no idea that 54 DOES 54 has been an annual event for many years, but I am so glad I was there on Sunday night to witness the range of talents and the performances from so many of the staff of the club and personnel from the offices upstairs of 54 Below.
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Releases New Block of Tickets Through April 27, 2025
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024
Great Scott! A new block of tickets for BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical on Broadway has just been released for sale through Sunday, April 27, 2025. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024
Great Scott! A new block of tickets for BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical on Broadway has just been released for sale through Sunday, April 27, 2025. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Photos: BACK TO THE FUTURE's Roger Bart Has Sardi's Caricature Unveiled
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 27, 2024
BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical’s Tony-winning star Roger Bart was honored on Thursday with a portrait at famed theatrical dining institution Sardi’s. Check out photos from the event here!
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 27, 2024
BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical’s Tony-winning star Roger Bart was honored on Thursday with a portrait at famed theatrical dining institution Sardi’s. Check out photos from the event here!
Feature: Meet 54 Below's Newest Board Members
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 3, 2024
54 Below recently welcomed six new members to their distinguished board of directors. We asked them a few questions to get to know them a bit better. Meet James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan!
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 3, 2024
54 Below recently welcomed six new members to their distinguished board of directors. We asked them a few questions to get to know them a bit better. Meet James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan!
54 Below Announces the Appointment of New Board Members
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2024
54 Below, the celebrated Times Square cabaret venue that is the recipient of a 2022 TONY AWARDS Special Honor for Excellence in the Theater, has announced new board members. James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan have joined the award-winning supper club board, effective immediately.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2024
54 Below, the celebrated Times Square cabaret venue that is the recipient of a 2022 TONY AWARDS Special Honor for Excellence in the Theater, has announced new board members. James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan have joined the award-winning supper club board, effective immediately.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Richard Frankel been nominated for?
Lifetime Achievement Award (The Lortels), Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Leap of Faith, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Little Night Music, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Norman Conquests, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Company, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sweeney Todd, Unique Theatrical Experience (The Lortels) for Mnemonic, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Swing!, Outstanding Revival (The Lortels) for The Mystery of Irma Vep, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Sound of Music, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Smokey Joe's Cafe and Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for The Cocktail Hour.
What awards has Richard Frankel won?
Richard Frankel has won several prestigious awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from The Lortels. He received a Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play for The Norman Conquests and another Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical for Company. Additionally, he was honored with the Unique Theatrical Experience award from The Lortels for Mnemonic. Frankel also won the Outstanding Revival award from The Lortels for The Mystery of Irma Vep and the Outstanding Play award for The Cocktail Hour.
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