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Robert L. Freedman 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

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A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Comes to Granbury Next Month


Granbury Theatre Company will continue its Broadway on the Brazos season with the musical comedy “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” on April 5-28, 2024, at the historic Granbury Opera House in Downtown Granbury.

Conejo Players Will Perform A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER


The Conejo Players Theatre will bring the Tony award winning musical comedy A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder to Thousand Oaks on March 29th, 2024.

TheatreSquared Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring a World Premiere & More


TheatreSquared has revealed its 2024-2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

STEVE & EYDIE's Legacy Is Celebrated at Carnegie Hall


Steve & Eydie were once dubbed 'Mr. and Mrs. Music' by a journalist of yore. Today's journalists --including BWW's reps -- got the 411 on the 3/18 concert that's a tribute to them with David Lawrence (their son) and Debbie Gravitte.

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Reveals 2024 Season


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has announced its 2024 season, which features a funny musical comedy, the return of one of England's most-cherished novelists, and a Shakespeare masterwork not seen in the subscription series in 20 years.

Carnegie Hall Celebrates Steve & Eydie This Valentine's Day


This Valentine’s Day, Carnegie Hall will celebrate the iconic husband-and-wife singing duo, Steve & Eydie. Learn more about the upcoming event and find out how to attend here!

Danny Burstein, Andrea Martin & More to Join 34th Annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre Ceremony


The Kleban Foundation will present the 34th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre on Monday, February 5 at 4PM in a private ceremony (by invitation only) hosted by ASCAP and BMI at New World Stages.

A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Opens At The Heights Players


A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder comes to Brooklyn for a limited engagement at The Heights Players - Brooklyn's longest-running sustaining theater. With book and Lyrics Robert L. Freedman, and Music and Lyrics by Steven Lutvak, The Heights Players bring this uproarious hit to their stage.

Rona Siddiqui and Lisa Loomer Receive 2024 Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre


The Kleban Foundation has announced the recipients of the 34th annual Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre. The 2024 Kleban Prize for the most promising musical theatre lyricist has been awarded to Rona Siddiqui. The 2024 Kleban Prize for the most promising musical theatre librettist has been awarded to  Lisa Loomer.

A TOAST TO STEVE & EYDIE Starring David Lawrence & Debbie Gravitte to be Presented at Carnegie Hall


Join David Lawrence and Debbie Gravitte for 'A Toast to Steve & Eydie' at Zankel Hall, Carnegie Hall. A celebration of the iconic duo's music and legacy.

19th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented To Freya Catrin Smith & Jack Williams


The 19th Annual Fred Ebb Award will be presented to Freya Catrin Smith & Jack Williams.

CINDERELLA ENCHANTED to Play Berkeley Playhouse Beginning in November


Berkeley Playhouse is continuing its 2023/24 Season with the delightful musical Cinderella Enchanted, performing from November 3 to December 22, 2023. Get all the details here!

Tony-Nominated Composer Steven Lutvak Passes Away at 64


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Tony-nominated composer Steven Lutvak. He was 64 years old.

Way Off Broadway Presents A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER


The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre's 2023 Season continues this fall with the Tony Award-winning musical A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. 

Now Hiring: Producing Artistic Director, Manager of Donor Programs, & More - BWW Classifieds


This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 8/3/2023 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

Baltimore Center Stage to Celebrate 23/24 Season with Exclusive 50% Off Offer


Baltimore Center Stage is offering an exclusive 50% off offer to celebrate the launch of single tickets for their 23/24 season. Don't miss this limited-time promotion available from August 1-4, 2023.

Robyn Rikoon To Step Down as Artistic Director of Santa Fe Playhouse


Santa Fe Playhouse (SFP) has announced that Robyn Rikoon is stepping down as its Artistic Director after a three-and-a-half-year tenure leading the regional theatre and advancing its legacy of artistic excellence. Rikoon will leave her role at SFP at the end of this month to pursue her career as an independent theatre and filmmaker.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsal For A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER At Santa Fe Playhouse


Santa Fe Playhouse (SFP) is currently in rehearsals for the Tony Award-winning Edwardian-style murderous musical farce, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, and is thrilled to share a first-look into their sing-thru rehearsal. With a book by Robert L. Freedman, music by Steven Lutvak, and lyrics by Freedman and Lutvak. The production is directed by Rebecca Aparicio. See photos from inside rehearsal.

A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER to be Presented at Santa Fe Playhouse in July


Santa Fe Playhouse will present the four Tony Award-winning Edwardian-style murderous musical farce, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder this summer.

Farmington Players Present A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER


Get ready for murder to serve up lots of laughs on stage in a tightly woven “knock ‘em dead romp.” The Farmington Players Barn is excited to open A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder; book and lyrics by Robert L. Freedman; music and lyrics by Steven Lutvak. 

Robert L. Freedman 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?

Robert L. Freedman has been nominated for several awards for his work on "A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder," including Best Book of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards, Outstanding Book of a Musical and Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score at the Tony Awards. He has also been recognized as Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist.

What awards has Robert L. Freedman won?

Robert L. Freedman has won several prestigious awards for his work, including Best Book of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards and the Tony Awards for "A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder." He also received the Outstanding Book of a Musical and Outstanding Lyrics awards at the Drama Desk Awards for the same show. Additionally, Freedman was recognized as the Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist.

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