Robert Lopez
Birth Place: United States
Latest News on Robert Lopez:
John Tartaglia Will Direct FROZEN at The Maltz Jupiter Theatre (Dec 17, 2024)
Angel Desai Brings A DAY IN THE (INNER) LIFE to 54 Below (Dec 17, 2024)
THE BOOK OF MORMON is Coming to Wharton Center This Summer (Dec 13, 2024)
John Tartaglia Will Direct FROZEN at The Maltz Jupiter Theatre (Dec 17, 2024)
Angel Desai Brings A DAY IN THE (INNER) LIFE to 54 Below (Dec 17, 2024)
THE BOOK OF MORMON is Coming to Wharton Center This Summer (Dec 13, 2024)
BIO
Broadway: co-creator/writer of The Book of Mormon (nine Tony Awards including Best Book, Best Original Score and Best Musical), co-creator/songwriter of Avenue Q (three Tony Awards including Best Original Score and Best Musical). Regional: Frozen (Denver Center), Up Here (La Jolla Playhouse), 1001 Nights (Atlantic Theater). Film: Pixar's Coco (Oscar Best Original Song win for "Remember Me"), Frozen (Oscar Best Original Song win for "Let It Go"). TV: songs for The 87th Academy Awards, "The Simpsons," "South Park," "Scrubs," "The Wonder Pets." Upcoming projects include Disney's Frozen 2. One of 12 artists to win Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Awards (EGOT). Yale University grad, BMI Workshop, Dramatists Guild council. A NYC native, he lives in Brooklyn with Kristen and their two daughters.
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Disney Theatrical Productions under the direction of Thomas Schumacher presents Frozen, the North American Tour, music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez and book by Jennifer Lee
directed by Michael Grandage
with: Caroline Bowman (Elsa), Caroline Innerbichler (Anna), Mason Reeves (Kristoff), F. Michael Haynie (Olaf), Austin Colby (Hans), Jeremy Morse (Weselton)
Date:
08/16/2021
From: Photos: Disney's FROZEN North American Tour Heads Back Into Rehearsals
Productions
Writing
Lyricist
Composer
Bookwriter
Composer
Bookwriter
Book, Music, and Lyrics
Composer/Lyricist
Source Material
Composer
Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist
Movies
Winnie the Pooh
[ 2011 ] music producer
[ 2011 ] music producer
Frozen
[ 2013 ] original songs by, song producer
[ 2013 ] original songs by, song producer
Coco
[ 2017 ] original songs by
[ 2017 ] original songs by
Frozen II
[ 2019 ] original songs by
[ 2019 ] original songs by
Spies in Disguise
[ 2019 ] songs
[ 2019 ] songs
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding New Score
Robert LopezFrozen
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Robert LopezFrozen
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Book of a Musical
Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score
Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lyrics
Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Music
Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon
winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon
Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best New Musical
Robert Lopez, Avenue Q
winner
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Robert Lopez, Avenue Q
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lyrics
Robert Lopez, Avenue Q
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Music
Robert Lopez, Jeff Marx - Avenue Q
winner
- 2000 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist
Robert Lopez
Videos
Video: Watch a Preview of FROZEN By Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall
by Michael Major - Dec 10, 2024
Video: THE BOOK OF MORMON Cast Tries to Guess Other Productions That Reached 5000 Shows
by Michael Major - Nov 4, 2024
Video: 'For The First Time in Forever' in Rehearsals for Olney Theatre's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - Oct 23, 2024
Video: West End FROZEN Cast Performs Punk Rock 'Do You Want to Build a Snowman?'
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 8, 2024
Video: Watch 'Let It Go' from the Dutch Production of Disney's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - Jun 7, 2024
Video: High School Students Perform 'Let It Go' to Celebrate 10 Years of FROZEN
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2023
Video: Samantha Barks Performs 'Dangerous to Dream' From FROZEN THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2023
Videos: Watch Norm Lewis, Micaela Diamond & More in UP HERE Musical Numbers
by Michael Major - Mar 24, 2023
Video: Thomas Kail on Making a New Musical For TV With UP HERE on Hulu
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Mar 24, 2023
Video: Steven Levenson & Danielle Sanchez-Witzel on Writing UP HERE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2023
Video: Mae Whitman & Carlos Valdes on Starring in UP HERE on Hulu
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Mar 24, 2023
Video: Andréa Burns & Katie Finneran Talk Working Together in UP HERE
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Mar 23, 2023
Video: Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez on Their New Music For UP HERE on Hulu
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Mar 28, 2023
VIDEO: Hulu Shares UP HERE Musical Series Trailer Starring Andréa Burns, Katie Finneran & More
by Michael Major - Feb 28, 2023
VIDEO: Stephanie McKeon and Samantha Barks Sing 'I Can't Lose You' From FROZEN
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2022
VIDEO: Caroline Bowman and Caroline Innerbichler in the All New Music Video For 'I Can't Lose You' From FROZEN
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2022
News
John Tartaglia Will Direct FROZEN at The Maltz Jupiter Theatre
The Maltz Jupiter Theatre will present Disney's Frozen, directed by Broadway's John Tartaglia (Avenue Q). Find out more about the new production here!
The Maltz Jupiter Theatre will present Disney's Frozen, directed by Broadway's John Tartaglia (Avenue Q). Find out more about the new production here!
Angel Desai Brings A DAY IN THE (INNER) LIFE to 54 Below
54 Below will present Angel Desai in “A Day In The (Inner) Life” in February. The performance includes songs by Angel herself, Matt Castle, Jason Robert-Brown, Kristin-Anderson Lopez and Robert Lopez, Paul Simon, Gian Carlo Menotti, and more.
54 Below will present Angel Desai in “A Day In The (Inner) Life” in February. The performance includes songs by Angel herself, Matt Castle, Jason Robert-Brown, Kristin-Anderson Lopez and Robert Lopez, Paul Simon, Gian Carlo Menotti, and more.
THE BOOK OF MORMON is Coming to Wharton Center This Summer
Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, will return to East Lansing for a limited engagement in June 2025. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Back by popular demand, THE BOOK OF MORMON, will return to East Lansing for a limited engagement in June 2025. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets for THE BOOK OF MORMON at Keller Auditorium to go on Sale This Month
The National Tour of THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, will return for a limited one-week engagement.
The National Tour of THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, will return for a limited one-week engagement.
Review: BOOK OF MORMON at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
The Book of Mormon tour makes its highly anticipated stop at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis from December 10 to December 15, 2024, offering audiences a week of uproarious laughter, toe-tapping music, and unforgettable performances. This award-winning musical, created by Trey Parker, Matt Stone (South Park), and Robert Lopez (Avenue Q, Frozen), continues to deliver its signature blend of biting satire and genuine heart.
The Book of Mormon tour makes its highly anticipated stop at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis from December 10 to December 15, 2024, offering audiences a week of uproarious laughter, toe-tapping music, and unforgettable performances. This award-winning musical, created by Trey Parker, Matt Stone (South Park), and Robert Lopez (Avenue Q, Frozen), continues to deliver its signature blend of biting satire and genuine heart.
Video: Watch a Preview of FROZEN By Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall
Watch a first look video of Ogunquit Playhouse's production of Frozen! The production stars Cate Hayman, Marilyn Caserta (Broadway's SIX), Ángel Lozada (Broadway's BAD CINDERELLA), F. Michael Haynie (OP's HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME), and more.
Watch a first look video of Ogunquit Playhouse's production of Frozen! The production stars Cate Hayman, Marilyn Caserta (Broadway's SIX), Ángel Lozada (Broadway's BAD CINDERELLA), F. Michael Haynie (OP's HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME), and more.
Interview: Kaleigh Gorka Talks Playing Elsa in Disney's FROZEN at Neptune Theatre
The Canadian Premiere of Disney's FROZEN at Halifax’s Neptune Theatre is currently in full swing, and Elsa herself, actress Kaleigh Gorka was kind enough to chat with Broadway World about her experience playing this incredible character, her sisterly relationship with co-star Synthia Yusuf, and the overall magic of this beautiful musical.
The Canadian Premiere of Disney's FROZEN at Halifax’s Neptune Theatre is currently in full swing, and Elsa herself, actress Kaleigh Gorka was kind enough to chat with Broadway World about her experience playing this incredible character, her sisterly relationship with co-star Synthia Yusuf, and the overall magic of this beautiful musical.
Review: DISNEY FROZEN, THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at The Music Hall
Disney's “Frozen,” the beloved animated film, has successfully made its way to the stage at The Music Hall in Portsmouth with an enchanting production, delivering a visually stunning and emotionally resonant experience.
Disney's “Frozen,” the beloved animated film, has successfully made its way to the stage at The Music Hall in Portsmouth with an enchanting production, delivering a visually stunning and emotionally resonant experience.
Previews: THE BOOK OF MORMON at TEATRO ARCIMBOLDI
THE BOOK OF MORMON al TEATRO ARCIMBOLDI DOPO AVER BATTUTO OGNI RECORD ARRIVA IN TOUR IN ITALIA IL MUSICAL PIU' DISSACRANTE E DIVERTENTE DEGLI ULTIMI TEMPI. IN SCENA DAL 10 al 21 dicembre 2025
THE BOOK OF MORMON al TEATRO ARCIMBOLDI DOPO AVER BATTUTO OGNI RECORD ARRIVA IN TOUR IN ITALIA IL MUSICAL PIU' DISSACRANTE E DIVERTENTE DEGLI ULTIMI TEMPI. IN SCENA DAL 10 al 21 dicembre 2025
MTI Will Make ALL TOGETHER NOW! Free for Theatres Affected by Natural Disasters
MTI's All Together Now!: A Benefit Event for Disaster Relief is a show designed to be used as a fundraiser for affected theatres, and will be available in early 2025.
MTI's All Together Now!: A Benefit Event for Disaster Relief is a show designed to be used as a fundraiser for affected theatres, and will be available in early 2025.
Review: THE BOOK OF MORMON Triumphs with Bright Songs and Chaotic Energy
It’s been roughly six years since one of the most outrageous Broadway musicals to exist graced the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Courtesy of Broadway Across Canada, THE BOOK OF MORMON returned to the Vancouver stage this week for a series of performances playing from November 12 to 17. A combination of both satire and song, audiences were taken on a wild musical theatre ride that elicited irrepressible laughter and feeling.
It’s been roughly six years since one of the most outrageous Broadway musicals to exist graced the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Courtesy of Broadway Across Canada, THE BOOK OF MORMON returned to the Vancouver stage this week for a series of performances playing from November 12 to 17. A combination of both satire and song, audiences were taken on a wild musical theatre ride that elicited irrepressible laughter and feeling.
Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez to Perform at Rare Disease Benefit Next Week
NF patients, leading philanthropists, pioneering researchers, top healthcare providers, civic leaders, and champion business partners will gather at Gotham Hall for the annual National Gala, featuring a performance by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez.
NF patients, leading philanthropists, pioneering researchers, top healthcare providers, civic leaders, and champion business partners will gather at Gotham Hall for the annual National Gala, featuring a performance by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez.
T.3 Releases New Holiday EP FALALA LONELY
T.3 has released their new holiday EP FaLaLaLonely in streaming and digital formats. A CD edition will be released in December. Learn more about T.3 and their album!
T.3 has released their new holiday EP FaLaLaLonely in streaming and digital formats. A CD edition will be released in December. Learn more about T.3 and their album!
Exclusive: T.3's Holiday Track 'Little Saint Nick' From EP FALALALONELY
BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to the track 'Little Saint Nick' from vocal trio T.3. Listen to the track now, and learn more about the EP out this week!
BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to the track 'Little Saint Nick' from vocal trio T.3. Listen to the track now, and learn more about the EP out this week!
THE BOOK OF MORMON On Sale This Friday At Kravis Center
Tickets for THE BOOK OF MORMON at the Kravis Center will be available starting Friday, November 15. See the Tony Award-winning musical in West Palm Beach.
Tickets for THE BOOK OF MORMON at the Kravis Center will be available starting Friday, November 15. See the Tony Award-winning musical in West Palm Beach.
Photos: THE BOOK OF MORMON on Broadway's 5000th Performance
The Book of Mormon celebrated its 5,000th performance on Broadway on Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 PM at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment! See photos here!
The Book of Mormon celebrated its 5,000th performance on Broadway on Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 PM at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment! See photos here!
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Eisemann Center in 2025
The Eisemann Center will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented in January 2025 in the Hill Performance Hall.
The Eisemann Center will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented in January 2025 in the Hill Performance Hall.
Video: THE BOOK OF MORMON Cast Tries to Guess Other Productions That Reached 5000 Shows
The Book of Mormon celebrates its 5000th performance on Broadway tonight, a rare feat only a handful of Broadway shows have accomplished. To celebrate the milestone performance, the cast of the hit musical have tried to guess the other 11 musicals that have reached 5000 performances. See how many they got correct in a new video!
The Book of Mormon celebrates its 5000th performance on Broadway tonight, a rare feat only a handful of Broadway shows have accomplished. To celebrate the milestone performance, the cast of the hit musical have tried to guess the other 11 musicals that have reached 5000 performances. See how many they got correct in a new video!
CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL and EL OTRO OZ to Play Kirk Douglas Theatre
Center Theatre Group will present two TheaterWorksUSA's productions at the Kirk Douglas Theatre – Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical from November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 and the return of El Otro Oz, a bilingual musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz from March 29 to April 13, 2025.
Center Theatre Group will present two TheaterWorksUSA's productions at the Kirk Douglas Theatre – Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical from November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 and the return of El Otro Oz, a bilingual musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz from March 29 to April 13, 2025.
THE BOOK OF MORMON supera las 400 funciones en Madrid
Jan Buxaderas y Alejandro Mesa protagonizan esta producción.
Jan Buxaderas y Alejandro Mesa protagonizan esta producción.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Robert Lopez written?
Robert Lopez has written 5 shows including Avenue Q (Source Material), If You Give A Mouse A Cookie & Other Story Books (Adaptation), The Book of Mormon (Lyricist), Up Here (Book, Music, and Lyrics), Frozen (Composer/Lyricist).
What awards has Robert Lopez been nominated for?
Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Frozen, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Frozen, Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best Original Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Avenue Q, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Avenue Q, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Avenue Q, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Jeff Marx - Avenue Q and Most promising musical theatre lyricist () for .
What awards has Robert Lopez won?
Robert Lopez has won several prestigious awards, including: - Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Best Original Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Avenue Q - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Avenue Q - Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Avenue Q - Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist (category unspecified).
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