Frederick Loewe
Date of Death: February 14, 1988 (83)
Latest News on Frederick Loewe:
MY FAIR LADY Comes to Montecasino in January (Dec 20, 2024)
Lerner & Loewe's CAMELOT to be Presented at Barrington Stage Company (Dec 13, 2024)
JERRY'S GIRLS Opens At The Pompano Beach Cultural Center In January (Dec 9, 2024)
MY FAIR LADY Comes to Montecasino in January (Dec 20, 2024)
Lerner & Loewe's CAMELOT to be Presented at Barrington Stage Company (Dec 13, 2024)
JERRY'S GIRLS Opens At The Pompano Beach Cultural Center In January (Dec 9, 2024)
BIO
Frederick Loewe, a classically trained musician, wrote the scores for some of America's most memorable musicals, including My Fair Lady, Camelot, Brigadoon, Paint Your Wagon, and Gigi. Among his most famous songs with lyricist-partner Alan Jay Lerner are "Almost Like Being in Love," "I Could Have Danced All Night," and "Thank Heaven for Little Girls." A musical prodigy, Loewe was born in Berlin in 1901 and, at 13, was the youngest piano soloist to play with the Berlin Philharmonic. His popular song "Katrina," written when he was 15, sold more than a million copies across Europe. Struggling to find work on Broadway after arriving in the U.S. in 1924, Loewe worked at such odd jobs as cow punching, boxing and accompanying silent films on the piano. He wrote with several other lyricists until approaching Lerner at New York's Lambs Club in 1942 about collaborating on a show - thus beginning one of Broadway’s most extraordinary partnerships. The recipient of multiple Tony and Academy awards, Loewe died in Palm Springs in 1988.
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Making MY FAIR LADY @ NMSU THEATRE ARTS My Fair Lady - OPENS 4.26.19 Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner Music by Frederick Loewe Directed by Larissa Lury Musical Direction by Christa Fredrickson
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04/07/2019
From: Photo Flash: The Making of MY FAIR LADY At NMSU Theatre Arts/American Southwest Theatre Company
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Awards and Nominations
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Olivier Awards - 2002 - The Hilton Award for Outstanding Musical Production
Frederick Loewe, My Fair Lady
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Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Frederick Loewe, Gigi
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Tony Awards - 1957 - Best Musical
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1956 - Best Musical
Frederick Loewe, My Fair Lady
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1947 - Best Musical
Frederick Loewe, Brigadoon
Videos
VIDEO: First Look At Contemporary Production of MY FAIR LADY in Austria
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2024
Video: Watch Phillipa Soo & the CAMELOT Cast Perform 'The Lusty Month of May' on THE TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - May 1, 2023
Photo & Video: First Look at Andrew Burnap, Phillipa Soo and Jordan Donica in CAMELOT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2023
BWW Exclusive: Jenn Collela, Aisha Jackson & More Sing Lerner & Loewe in BROADWAY IN CONCERT on PBS
by Michael Major - Mar 4, 2022
VIDEO: Sierra Boggess and Julian Ovenden Perform 'The Heather on the Hill' From BRIGADOON
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Head Back to the Highlands with Kelli O'Hara & Patrick Wilson in BRIGADOON
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 4, 2020
VIDEO: James Taylor Performs 'Almost Like Being in Love' From BRIGADOON on THE LATE SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - Mar 3, 2020
PHOTO/VIDEO: Get A First Look At Shereen Ahmed, Laird Mackintosh & More In MY FAIR LADY
by Alan Henry - Dec 18, 2019
Photos/Video: First Look at PAINT YOUR WAGON at the Muny, Starring Bobby Conte Thornton, Mamie Parris, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2019
VIDEO: On This Day, April 8- Vanessa Hudgens Makes Her Broadway Debut In GIGI
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2019
VIDEO: Darius de Haas Records 'Real Thing' for ALL THE POSSIBILITIES: BROADWAY SINGS WARTOFSKY
by Julie Musbach - Mar 29, 2019
VIDEO: On This Day, March 15- MY FAIR LADY Celebrates A Loverly Opening Night On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2019
VIDEO: Watch Lauren Ambrose & Company Sing 'The Rain in Spain' from MY FAIR LADY!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 2, 2018
News
MY FAIR LADY Comes to Montecasino in January
Following the sell-out success of The Sound Of Music, Pieter Toerien in association with Cape Town Opera will present Lerner & Loewe's musical masterpiece, My Fair Lady at TEATRO, Montecasino.
Following the sell-out success of The Sound Of Music, Pieter Toerien in association with Cape Town Opera will present Lerner & Loewe's musical masterpiece, My Fair Lady at TEATRO, Montecasino.
Lerner & Loewe's CAMELOT to be Presented at Barrington Stage Company
Barrington Stage Company's 025 season will feature a new production of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe’s classic musical Camelot. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Barrington Stage Company's 025 season will feature a new production of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe’s classic musical Camelot. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
JERRY'S GIRLS Opens At The Pompano Beach Cultural Center In January
The Pompano Players third offering in their inaugural season is Jerry's Girls, a musical revue that honors the life and work of legendary Broadway composer Jerry Herman.
The Pompano Players third offering in their inaugural season is Jerry's Girls, a musical revue that honors the life and work of legendary Broadway composer Jerry Herman.
Photos: MY FAIR LADY At Curve Leicester
Check out production photos of the Made at Curve production of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe’s classic musical MY FAIR LADY.
Check out production photos of the Made at Curve production of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe’s classic musical MY FAIR LADY.
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.
25 Great Audition Songs for Sopranos
Let us help you find some fresh audition material. These 25 soprano audition songs are a combination of greats and lesser knowns, so you can choose material that you love and knock that audition out of the park. Check out what made the list!
Let us help you find some fresh audition material. These 25 soprano audition songs are a combination of greats and lesser knowns, so you can choose material that you love and knock that audition out of the park. Check out what made the list!
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of THE LITTLE PRINCE at The Green Room 42
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of THE LITTLE PRINCE with a special concert at The Green Room 42 on November 5th. Join original star Steven Warner as he revisits songs and stories from the film. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of THE LITTLE PRINCE with a special concert at The Green Room 42 on November 5th. Join original star Steven Warner as he revisits songs and stories from the film. Learn how to purchase tickets.
LIGHTS, CAMERA, LERNER & LOEWE to be Presented at The Green Room 42
Celebrate the legacy of Lerner and Loewe's iconic movie musicals at The Green Room 42. Featuring Broadway stars, the concert marks anniversaries of BRIGADOON, MY FAIR LADY, and THE LITTLE PRINCE. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Celebrate the legacy of Lerner and Loewe's iconic movie musicals at The Green Room 42. Featuring Broadway stars, the concert marks anniversaries of BRIGADOON, MY FAIR LADY, and THE LITTLE PRINCE. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: MY FAIR LADY at Shaw Festival
MY FAIR LADY is quite obviously the most perfect choice of a musical that the SHAW FESTIVAL could program and this 2024 musical offering is a delicious delight, sure to please. It plays through December 22, 2024 and is the perfect excuse to visit Niagara on the Lake for the holiday season.
MY FAIR LADY is quite obviously the most perfect choice of a musical that the SHAW FESTIVAL could program and this 2024 musical offering is a delicious delight, sure to please. It plays through December 22, 2024 and is the perfect excuse to visit Niagara on the Lake for the holiday season.
LIGHTS, CAMERA, LERNER & LOEWE Comes To The Green Room 42
The Green Room 42 will present a special concert 'Lights, Camera, Lerner & Loewe' on November 5th at 9:30pm, featuring Ben Davis, Hannah Elless, E. Clayton Cornelious, and Valerie Torres-Rosario.
The Green Room 42 will present a special concert 'Lights, Camera, Lerner & Loewe' on November 5th at 9:30pm, featuring Ben Davis, Hannah Elless, E. Clayton Cornelious, and Valerie Torres-Rosario.
Pittsburgh CLO 2025 Summer Series Subscription On Sale Now
Pittsburgh CLO announced the 2025 Summer Series Subscription is now available, featuring shows like THE SOUND OF MUSIC, KINKY BOOTS, and WEST SIDE STORY. Secure your subscription for a season of unforgettable performances.
Pittsburgh CLO announced the 2025 Summer Series Subscription is now available, featuring shows like THE SOUND OF MUSIC, KINKY BOOTS, and WEST SIDE STORY. Secure your subscription for a season of unforgettable performances.
Review: THE JOFFREY+BALLET IN THE U.S. at NYPL for the Performing Arts Fascinates
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center is now presenting a fabulous new large-scale exhibition, 'The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S.' through March 1st.
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center is now presenting a fabulous new large-scale exhibition, 'The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S.' through March 1st.
New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Launches Joffrey Ballet Exhibition
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center will soon present a new large-scale exhibition, The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S. Despite The Joffrey Ballet's size and cultural impact, it has received scant scholarly attention to date. However, in 2017, the Jerome Robbins Dance Division acquired the entire Joffrey archive—the largest acquisition for The New York Public Library in a decade.
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center will soon present a new large-scale exhibition, The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S. Despite The Joffrey Ballet's size and cultural impact, it has received scant scholarly attention to date. However, in 2017, the Jerome Robbins Dance Division acquired the entire Joffrey archive—the largest acquisition for The New York Public Library in a decade.
Pittsburgh CLO Launches 2025 Summer Series Subscription Renewals
Pittsburgh CLO has announced the renewal of subscriptions for the 2025 Summer Series.
Pittsburgh CLO has announced the renewal of subscriptions for the 2025 Summer Series.
Pittsburgh CLO Will Half Programming For Summer 2025 to 'Ensure Long-Term Sustainability'
The Pittsburgh CLO announced today their summer 2025 lineup would include half the number of shows in the 2024 summer season, with one being a touring production. In summer 2024 lineup consisted of six shows cast and produced locally.
The Pittsburgh CLO announced today their summer 2025 lineup would include half the number of shows in the 2024 summer season, with one being a touring production. In summer 2024 lineup consisted of six shows cast and produced locally.
Full Cast Announced For Made At Curve Production Of MY FAIR LADY
Full casting has been announced for the upcoming Made at Curve production of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's classic musical MY FAIR LADY.
Full casting has been announced for the upcoming Made at Curve production of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's classic musical MY FAIR LADY.
CHRISTINE ANDREAS: PARIS TO BROADWAY Comes To Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea
Christine Andreas will perform her acclaimed show PARIS TO BROADWAY at LTV Studios on August 31, closing out the Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea. Enjoy a musical journey from Paris to Broadway.
Christine Andreas will perform her acclaimed show PARIS TO BROADWAY at LTV Studios on August 31, closing out the Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea. Enjoy a musical journey from Paris to Broadway.
Molly Lynch Will Lead Curve's Production of Lerner and Loewe's MY FAIR LADY
Curve has revealed that Molly Lynch will play the role of Eliza Doolittle in the upcoming Made at Curve production of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe’s classic musical MY FAIR LADY.
Curve has revealed that Molly Lynch will play the role of Eliza Doolittle in the upcoming Made at Curve production of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe’s classic musical MY FAIR LADY.
Review: MY FAIR LADY at Clackamas Repertory Theatre
Whether you already know and love MY FAIR LADY or are seeing it for the first time, the production now running at Clackamas Repertory Theatre shows exactly why this Golden Age classic continues to be one of the best-loved musicals of all time.
Whether you already know and love MY FAIR LADY or are seeing it for the first time, the production now running at Clackamas Repertory Theatre shows exactly why this Golden Age classic continues to be one of the best-loved musicals of all time.
DON'T PITCH IT, DO IT Premieres In NYC With Young International Artists
Monica Kobayashi, an overachiever juggling her role as a ballet dancer, finance consultant, and more, struggles to secure an artist visa while facing immense societal and familial pressure from her more-than-typical Asian parents.
Monica Kobayashi, an overachiever juggling her role as a ballet dancer, finance consultant, and more, struggles to secure an artist visa while facing immense societal and familial pressure from her more-than-typical Asian parents.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Frederick Loewe written?
Frederick Loewe has written 11 shows including Great Lady (Composer), What's Up (Composer), The Day Before Spring (Composer), Brigadoon (Composer), Paint Your Wagon (Composer), My Fair Lady (Composer), Camelot (Composer), Gigi (Composer), Lerner and Loewe: A Very Special Evening (Composer), Fosse (Composer), Gigi (Composer).
What awards has Frederick Loewe been nominated for?
Frederick Loewe has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable nominations include the Hilton Award for Outstanding Musical Production (Olivier Awards) for "My Fair Lady," Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for "Gigi," Best Musical (Tony Awards) for "My Fair Lady," Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for both "My Fair Lady" and "Brigadoon." These nominations highlight Loewe's talent and contribution to the Broadway industry.
What awards has Frederick Loewe won?
Frederick Loewe has won several awards throughout his career. Some of his notable achievements include receiving the Hilton Award for Outstanding Musical Production (Olivier Awards) for "My Fair Lady," winning the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for "Gigi," and earning the Best Musical accolade at the Tony Awards for both "My Fair Lady" and "Brigadoon." Additionally, Loewe's work on "My Fair Lady" was recognized with the Best Musical title at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards.
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