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Frank Loesser

Date of Death: July 28, 1969 (59)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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[West End, 2023]
MUSIC & LYRICS
 
[West End, 2023]
MUSIC & LYRICS
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Book, Music, and Lyrics

Writing

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Movies

Postal Inspector
[ 1936 ] songs by
Zaza
[ 1938 ] songs by
Cocoanut Grove
[ 1938 ] songs by
Cafe Society
[ 1939 ] songs by
Destry Rides Again
[ 1939 ] songs by
St. Louis Blues
[ 1939 ] songs by
Buck Benny Rides Again
[ 1940 ] lyrics by
This Gun for Hire
[ 1942 ] songs by
Priorities on Parade
[ 1942 ] writer
Thank Your Lucky Stars
[ 1943 ] music and lyrics by
Red, Hot and Blue
[ 1949 ] Hair-do Lempke
Let's Dance
[ 1950 ] songs by
Where's Charley?
[ 1952 ] music and lyrics by
Guys and Dolls
[ 1955 ] music and lyrics by
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
[ 1967 ] music and lyrics by

Awards and Nominations


winner
Olivier Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Musical Production

Frank Loesser, Guys And Dolls

Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - The Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical

Frank LoesserSeñor Discretion Himself


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1966 - Other Award

Frank Loesser


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1962 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Frank Loesser, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying


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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1957 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, The Most Happy Fella

Tony Awards - 1957 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, The Most Happy Fella


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, Guys and Dolls


winner
Tony Awards - 1951 - Best Musical

Frank Loesser, Guys and Dolls

Videos

News


GUYS AND DOLLS and More Set for Redhouse 2025-2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

Redhouse Arts Center has unveiled its 2025-2026 theatre season, themed “In Living Color”—a season packed with gripping stories of addiction and redemption, love and loss, heartbreak and triumph. Learn more!
A Guide to Upcoming Movie Musicals- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, GUYS & DOLLS & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 14, 2025

Though many are eagerly awaiting Wicked: For Good, there are plenty of other upcoming movie musicals to get Broadway fans on their feet, some of which we will see before November. Take a look at our guide to all upcoming movie musicals!
ILP Theatrical Acquires Literary Works of Pulitzer Prize Winner Alfred Uhry
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

The Theatrical division of International Literary Properties has acquired the literary works of Alfred Uhry. Learn more about Uhry and the acquisition here!
Previews: HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING at Revolution Stage Company
by Kay Kudukis - Mar 9, 2025

With music and lyrics by Frank Loesser (Guys and Dolls) and a book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock, and Willie Gilbert, How to Succeed blends clever comedy, show-stopping musical numbers, and timeless social commentary.
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Mar 9, 2025

Guys and Dolls is a show to be seen and enjoyed. Vibrant, energetic and just fun. Sometimes an old fashioned Broadway show is needed. Guys and Dolls is that show.
Photo: GUYS AND DOLLS At Music Theater Works
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2025

Music Theater Works kicks off its 2025 season with Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, March 6 - 30, 2025. See photos from the production.
GUYS AND DOLLS to be Presented as Final Production in Maltz Jupiter Theater 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025

The Maltz Jupiter Theatre will present its final production of the 2024/25 MainStage Season with the beloved musical Guys and Dolls. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.
MTI's ALL TOGETHER NOW! Now Available as Disaster Relief Fundraiser
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 5, 2025

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced the availability of a special revue - All Together Now!: A Benefit Event for Disaster Relief offered free of charge to organizations that have been significantly impacted by a natural disaster. 
STC Sets 40th Season Featuring Wendell Pierce, Bill Irwin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2025

Shakespeare Theatre Company has revealed the lineup of its upcoming 25/26 Season, celebrating the company’s 40th season exploring classic storytelling in Washington, D.C. See the lineup and learn more!
Kevin Kelly Brings Solo Cabaret I'VE HEARD THAT SONG BEFORE To Winter Park Playhouse In March
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2025

Kevin Kelly takes to the cabaret stage at The Winter Park Playhouse in his latest solo cabaret, I've Heard That Song Before, on March 26 and 27, 2025 at 7:30p.m.  Playhouse Music Director, Christopher Leavy, will accompany on piano.
Amy Irving Teams Up with Steve Earle on New Single 'I Wish I Didn't Love You So'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2025

Academy Award-nominated actress Amy Irving has shared her new single “I Wish I Didn’t Love You So” featuring Steve Earle, the latest offering from her forthcoming album. Listen to it here!
GUYS AND DOLLS to be Presented at Hofstra University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

Hofstra University's Department of Drama and Dance is presenting Guys and Dolls, the multi-Tony Award and Drama Desk winning show, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Learn more!
Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Center Stage Theatre
by Sean Fallon - Feb 24, 2025

On Friday, February 21st, I had the pleasure of seeing one of my all-time favorite musicals, GUYS AND DOLLS wonderfully performed at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton, CT. This musical features music by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, based on characters created by Damon Runyon. Led by director and musical director Liz Muller and enhanced by choreographers Brandy and Michael Bailey, this cast entertained the packed house who all seemed to enjoy this performance, as I did!
BETWEEN THE LINES JR. Now Available for Licensing
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 20, 2025

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International has announced that Between The Lines JR. is now available for licensing. The Broadway Junior adaptation of the Off-Broadway musical based on the novel by international bestselling author Jodi Picoult & Samantha van Leer, features a book by co-written by Jodi Picoult and Timothy Allen McDonald and music & lyrics by Elyssa Samsel & Kate Anderson
HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Comes to the Playhouse Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025

Penn State Centre Stage will produce Frank Loesser and Abe Burrows' 'How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying,” directed by Christopher Campbell, music directed by Joseph Ivan, at the Playhouse Theatre on the University Park campus.
MTI Acquires Licensing Rights to THE NOTEBOOK
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 14, 2025

The Notebook features music and lyrics by multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson and a Tony-nominated book by Bekah Brunstetter (This Is Us, Maid). Produced by Kevin McCollum and Kurt Deutsch, the musical played at Broadway’s Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre
THE LAST FIVE YEARS, GUYS & DOLLS, and More Set For Mac-Haydn Theatre's Summer 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

The Mac-Haydn Theatre has announced its 2025 season lineup. The 56th summer season will include six main stage musicals as well as two limited performance shows, including Guys and Dolls, Annie, A Bronx Tale, The Last Five Years, and more.
Cast and Creative Team Set For GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theater Works
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

Music Theater Works has announced the cast and creative team for the first production of its 2025 season, Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
Cast and Creative Team Set for GUYS AND DOLLS at Music Theatre Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2025

Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the first production of its 2025 season, Guys and Dolls, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: How Director Bruce David Klein Captured the Real Liza Minnelli for His New Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2025

Explore the making of the Liza Minnelli documentary with director Bruce David Klein. Discover insights into Liza's life, Klein's filmmaking approach, and their collaboration.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Frank Loesser written?

Frank Loesser has written 12 shows including The Most Happy Fella (Bookwriter), The Illustrators' Show (Lyricist), Where's Charley? (Composer), Guys and Dolls (Composer), Greenwillow (Composer/Lyricist), How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Composer), Pleasures and Palaces (Bookwriter), Hans Andersen (Composer/Lyricist), Ain't Misbehavin' (Lyricist), Perfectly Frank (Composer/Lyricist), Señor Discretion Himself (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Blueprint Specials (Music, Lyrics).

What awards has Frank Loesser been nominated for?

Frank Loesser has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable nominations include Outstanding Musical Production at the Olivier Awards for "Guys And Dolls," the Charles MacArthur Award for Outstanding New Play or Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Señor Discretion Himself," and an Other Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. He was also nominated for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "The Most Happy Fella." Additionally, he received nominations for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying." Furthermore, he was nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards and the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Guys and Dolls" and "The Most Happy Fella."

What awards has Frank Loesser won?

Frank Loesser has won several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable wins include the Outstanding Musical Production at the Olivier Awards for "Guys And Dolls," an Other Award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, the Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for both "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" and "The Most Happy Fella," and the Best Musical at the Tony Awards for "Guys and Dolls."

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