Robert L. Freedman
Robert L. Freedman is a bookwriter, lyricist with credits tracked on BroadwayWorld. Awards include BroadwayWorld Awards for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder (2014).
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Awards and Nominations
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2014 - Best Book of a Musical
Robert L. Freedman, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder
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Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Robert L. Freedman, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder
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Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lyrics
Robert L. Freedman, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder
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Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Book of a Musical
Robert L. Freedman, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Robert L. Freedman, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder
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- 2006 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist
Robert L. Freedman
Videos
Video: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Trailer Arrives for Olney Theatre Center Run
by Michael Major - 2026-07-15 12:39:24
Video: A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-21 13:55:14
Video: Inside Rehearsals For A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by Joshua Wright - 2024-05-07 13:45:49
Video: Go Inside The First Rehearsal for A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-26 14:39:46
VIDEO: Trailer for All-Asian A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-07-02 10:19:37
Broadway Rewind: The D'Ysquiths Arrive on Broadway with A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-08-22 17:01:00
VIDEO: First Look at 42nd Street Moon's A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by Stephi Wild - 2020-02-29 16:03:16
VIDEO: Watch Samantha Massell and Jimmy Brewer Sing From THE FLAMINGO KID
by Alan Henry - 2019-05-23 13:15:42
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsal For THE FLAMINGO KID at Hartford Stage, Starring Lesli Margherita, Marc Kudisch And More
by Stephi Wild - 2019-05-06 08:55:43
VIDEO: Darko Tresnjak and More Talk THE FLAMINGO KID at Hartford Stage
by Alan Henry - 2019-04-25 14:12:53
News
Exclusive: First Listen to 'To Be A Butterfly' From THE WAITING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
You can now get an exclusive first listen of “To Be A Butterfly,” the debut single from the upcoming concept album for the new folk musical The Waiting.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2026
You can now get an exclusive first listen of “To Be A Butterfly,” the debut single from the upcoming concept album for the new folk musical The Waiting.
TO BE A BUTTERFLY Single Released by Maria Isabella Andreoli and EmmaLee Kidwell
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2026
Musical theatre writers Maria Isabella Andreoli and EmmaLee Kidwell released the first single from their developing folk musical THE WAITING, which explores grief and healing through the perspective of the dead.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2026
Musical theatre writers Maria Isabella Andreoli and EmmaLee Kidwell released the first single from their developing folk musical THE WAITING, which explores grief and healing through the perspective of the dead.
Maria Isabella Andreoli and EmmaLee Kidwell to Release First Single from THE WAITING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2026
Musical theatre writers Maria Isabella Andreoli and EmmaLee Kidwell will release “To Be A Butterfly,” the first single from the upcoming concept album for their developing folk musical The Waiting.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2026
Musical theatre writers Maria Isabella Andreoli and EmmaLee Kidwell will release “To Be A Butterfly,” the first single from the upcoming concept album for their developing folk musical The Waiting.
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal
by Patrick Honoré - Sep 14, 2026
A brilliantly cast, beautifully judged French production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, where British manners, French theatrical tradition and comic murder collide at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal.
by Patrick Honoré - Sep 14, 2026
A brilliantly cast, beautifully judged French production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, where British manners, French theatrical tradition and comic murder collide at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal.
Interview: Andrew Cope of A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Palo Alto Players
by AJ Jaffari - Aug 22, 2026
Cope discusses playing the charming and murderous Monty Navarro in Palo Alto Players’ production of the Tony-winning musical.
by AJ Jaffari - Aug 22, 2026
Cope discusses playing the charming and murderous Monty Navarro in Palo Alto Players’ production of the Tony-winning musical.
A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER to Open at Palo Alto Players
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026
Palo Alto Players will open its 96th season with the Tony-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Lee Ann Payne, at the Lucie Stern Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026
Palo Alto Players will open its 96th season with the Tony-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Lee Ann Payne, at the Lucie Stern Theatre.
Review: CINDERELLA at McCullough Theatre
by Joni Lorraine - Jul 31, 2026
What did our critic think of CINDERELLA at McCullough Theatre?
by Joni Lorraine - Jul 31, 2026
What did our critic think of CINDERELLA at McCullough Theatre?
Feature: SUMMER STOCK AUSTIN 2026 - SNEAK PREVIEW at Impact Arts
by Sabrina Wallace - Jul 21, 2026
I had the chance to preview Impact Arts' 2026 Summer Stock Austin season, and the talent on display was exceptional. With Cinderella and Newsies on the schedule, plus a remarkable cast and inspiring alumni, this promises to be one of the company's strongest seasons yet.
by Sabrina Wallace - Jul 21, 2026
I had the chance to preview Impact Arts' 2026 Summer Stock Austin season, and the talent on display was exceptional. With Cinderella and Newsies on the schedule, plus a remarkable cast and inspiring alumni, this promises to be one of the company's strongest seasons yet.
Video: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Trailer Arrives for Olney Theatre Center Run
by Michael Major - Jul 15, 2026
A trailer video for A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER is now available from Olney Theatre Center, where the Tony Award-winning musical is running through August 23.
by Michael Major - Jul 15, 2026
A trailer video for A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER is now available from Olney Theatre Center, where the Tony Award-winning musical is running through August 23.
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Olney Theatre Center
by Itai Yasur - Jul 7, 2026
Love and Murder are served summer-stock style in A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Olney Theatre Center. See what our critic had to say.
by Itai Yasur - Jul 7, 2026
Love and Murder are served summer-stock style in A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Olney Theatre Center. See what our critic had to say.
Impact Arts to Present SUMMER STOCK AUSTIN 2026 SNEAK PEEK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2026
Impact Arts will present a one-night only event: Summer Stock Austin 2026 Sneak Peek at the McCullough Theatre, featuring Summer Stock Austin alumni and up and coming talents.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2026
Impact Arts will present a one-night only event: Summer Stock Austin 2026 Sneak Peek at the McCullough Theatre, featuring Summer Stock Austin alumni and up and coming talents.
Cast Set For Week One of YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL at The Blank Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
The Blank Theatre announced casting for week one of its 34th Annual YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL, featuring three original plays by writers aged 15–19 performed free at the Skylight Theatre in Los Feliz.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
The Blank Theatre announced casting for week one of its 34th Annual YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL, featuring three original plays by writers aged 15–19 performed free at the Skylight Theatre in Los Feliz.
CINDERELLA and NEWSIES Set for Summer Stock Austin 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Impact Arts has revealed cast and creatives for 22nd Season of Summer Stock Austin. The 2026 lineup includes the ultimate in family friendly theatre with Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella and Disney's Newsies: The Musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Impact Arts has revealed cast and creatives for 22nd Season of Summer Stock Austin. The 2026 lineup includes the ultimate in family friendly theatre with Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella and Disney's Newsies: The Musical.
Cast Set for A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Olney Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026
The cast has been revealed for Olney Theatre Center’s production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, which will run in the Roberts Mainstage, directed by Eleanor Holdridge.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026
The cast has been revealed for Olney Theatre Center’s production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, which will run in the Roberts Mainstage, directed by Eleanor Holdridge.
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at The Masque Theatre & Milnerton Playhouse
by Judith Herbig - May 21, 2026
A polished and highly entertaining production with excellent singing, sharp comic performances and beautifully slick set changes. Stylish costumes, standout performances and the wonderfully dark humour of the musical make it a thoroughly enjoyable night at the theatre.
by Judith Herbig - May 21, 2026
A polished and highly entertaining production with excellent singing, sharp comic performances and beautifully slick set changes. Stylish costumes, standout performances and the wonderfully dark humour of the musical make it a thoroughly enjoyable night at the theatre.
Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at The Weekend Theater in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 23, 2026
Murder with a touch of manners have arrived in delightfully dapper fashion at The Weekend Theater, where A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder—running through May 3—proves that sometimes climbing the social ladder requires a little… creative problem solving. Under the direction of David Weatherly, this production leans fully into the musical’s razor-sharp wit and farcical charm, delivering an evening that is as clever as it is wickedly entertaining.
by Theresa Bertram - Apr 23, 2026
Murder with a touch of manners have arrived in delightfully dapper fashion at The Weekend Theater, where A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder—running through May 3—proves that sometimes climbing the social ladder requires a little… creative problem solving. Under the direction of David Weatherly, this production leans fully into the musical’s razor-sharp wit and farcical charm, delivering an evening that is as clever as it is wickedly entertaining.
A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Will Come to Cape Town This Winter
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
The Masque and Milnerton Players will present the Tony Award-winning musical A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at two Cape Town venues, directed by CATA-winner Kyla Thorburn.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
The Masque and Milnerton Players will present the Tony Award-winning musical A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at two Cape Town venues, directed by CATA-winner Kyla Thorburn.
Review: A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Austin Playhouse
by Sabrina Wallace - Apr 21, 2026
Austin Playhouse’s A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, directed by Lara Toner Haddock, is a fast, witty farce about Monty Navarro and his murderous path to inheritance. The humor lands through timing and structure rather than weight or message. I’d almost forgotten how funny it is, and it’s simply built to keep you laughing.
by Sabrina Wallace - Apr 21, 2026
Austin Playhouse’s A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, directed by Lara Toner Haddock, is a fast, witty farce about Monty Navarro and his murderous path to inheritance. The humor lands through timing and structure rather than weight or message. I’d almost forgotten how funny it is, and it’s simply built to keep you laughing.
Palo Alto Players Will Perform A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE, MARY POPPINS, and More in 96th Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Palo Alto Players announced its 2026-27 season, featuring A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, CLUE, Disney's MARY POPPINS, and ON GOLDEN POND at the Lucie Stern Theater. The season begins in September 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Palo Alto Players announced its 2026-27 season, featuring A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, CLUE, Disney's MARY POPPINS, and ON GOLDEN POND at the Lucie Stern Theater. The season begins in September 2026.
True Colors Theatre Company Will Perform Rogers And Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
True Colors Theatre Company announced the production of “Rogers and Hammerstein's CINDERELLA” from June 9 – July 5, 2026, at the Southwest Arts Center, City of South Fulton, Ga.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
True Colors Theatre Company announced the production of “Rogers and Hammerstein's CINDERELLA” from June 9 – July 5, 2026, at the Southwest Arts Center, City of South Fulton, Ga.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Robert L. Freedman written?
Robert L. Freedman has written 2 shows including A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder (Bookwriter), The Flamingo Kid (Book and Lyrics).
What awards has Robert L. Freedman been nominated for?
Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder and Most promising musical theatre lyricist () for .
What awards has Robert L. Freedman won?
Robert L. Freedman has won the following awards: - Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder - Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist
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