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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

Music, Lyrics
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Lyricist
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Lyricist
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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


winner
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


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

With the new Liza Minnelli documentary now in theaters, BroadwayWorld sat down with director Bruce David Klein to discuss his approach to the film, his relationship with Liza the person, and why he is drawn to the world of show business.
Single Tickets for Music Theater Works' 2025 Season to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025

Music Theater Works has revealed that single tickets for its 2025 season of productions at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts will go on sale Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 12 p.m. Learn more about this season's productions.
Joanne Halev Brings LIKE A PERFUMED WOMAN to Bucks County Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

Singer and storyteller Joanne Halev knows her way around the complex word of flavors and fragrances — and she will tell tales from the world of international fragrance creation in her cabaret, 'A Perfumed Woman.'
DARLING GRENADINE Now Available for Licensing
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 23, 2025

Darling Grenadine navigates the tension between romance and reality, light and dark, bitter and sweet, featuring a vibrantly eclectic score and stirring book and lyrics by Daniel Zaitchik.
Songbook Sundays Continue at Dizzy's Club With JUST IN TIME FOR JULE STYNE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club with Just in Time for Jule Styne.
Angelina Thomson Joins GUYS AND DOLLS at Sydney Harbor
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

Opera Australia has announced Angelina Thomson will play Miss Adelaide in its brand-new production of award-winning Broadway musical Guys & Dolls when it opens at Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour.
Review: LEA DELARIA OUT RAGE at The Chan National Queer Arts Center
by Steve Murray - Jan 20, 2025

What did our critic think of LEA DELARIA OUT RAGE at The Chan National Queer Arts Center?
WHEN ELVIS MET THE BEATLES Will Premiere at Ogunquit Playhouse; 2025 Season Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has unveiled their 93rd season, featuring a world premiere production, Guys and Dolls, and much more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
ANNIE to be Presented as Music Theater Works' Final Production of 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2025

Music Theater Works has revealed that the beloved musical Annie is the final production of its 45th season. Performances will take place in December 2025. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
MTI Acquires Licensing Rights to SUFFS
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 6, 2025

Theatrical licensor Music Theatre International announced the acquisition of the Tony-winning new musical Suffs. Licensing information will be forthcoming.
Jeannette Miller to Present EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE Encore at Pangea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025

Jeannette Miller will reconcile and celebrates life's only constant in an encore performance of her new show Everything Must Change at Pangea. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Set Pieces From The Bridge Theatre's GUYS & DOLLS Now Available on eBay
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025

The neon signs from The Bridge Theatre's production of Guys and Dolls are now available for bidding on eBay! The production began performances on 3 March, 2023 and will play its final performance on 4 January 2025. 
Jeannette Miller to Present EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE Encore at Pangea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2024

Jeannette Miller reconciles and celebrates life's only constant in an encore performance of her new show Everything Must Change, having an encore performance at Pangea. Learn more!
Review: Becca Kidwell's LOVE SONGS Reminds Us What The World Needs at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - Dec 25, 2024

Kidwell is a storyteller with an extraordinary ability to capture the full spectrum of human emotion. Through her powerful vocals, thoughtful selections, and deeply personal reflections, her performance was as moving as it was memorable.
7 Christmas Songs You May (Or May Not) Know Are Written By Broadway Composers
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 24, 2024

Find out which of your favorite Christmas and holiday songs were penned by Broadway composers!

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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