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Jennifer Lee is the Academy Award-winning writer of Walt Disney Animation Studio's Frozen, which she also directed with Chris Buck. It became the #1 animated film of all time, worldwide. For her work on Frozen, Lee received numerous awards including a Golden Globe, a Critics Choice Award, a BAFTA Award and an Academy Award. Her Disney Animation career began as co-writer of the Oscar-nominated Wreck-It Ralph. She also wrote the screenplay for Disney's 2018 release A Wrinkle in Time. Currently, Lee is hard at work writing/directing Frozen 2.

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STAGE CREDITS

The Fantasticks
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1960
Luisa [Replacement]

Productions

FrozenFrozen
 
[US Tour, 2019]
Bookwriter
Marlene
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Associate Producer

Writing


Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Book of a Musical

Jennifer Lee, Frozen

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Video: Nienke Latten & Vajèn van den Bosch Sing 'I Can't Lose You' from Disney's FRO Photo
Video: Nienke Latten & Vajèn van den Bosch Sing 'I Can't Lose You' from Disney's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - Feb 7, 2025

Watch an all new music video from the company of Disney's Frozen in the Netherlands performing 'I Can't Lose You.' The musical tells the story of the two sisters Anna and Elsa, in the fictional kingdom of Arendelle that has fallen into eternal winter due to Elsa's hidden powers. As the cold continues, both sisters must learn that only an act of true love can melt a frozen heart.
Idina Menzel Says She Hasn't Read Any FROZEN 3 Scripts Yet Photo
Idina Menzel Says She Hasn't Read Any FROZEN 3 Scripts Yet
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 2, 2025

In an interview with Parade magazine, Idina Menzel, who previously voiced the role of Elsa both Frozen and Frozen 2, revealed that she hasn't received a script for Frozen 3 yet.
CABARET, FROZEN & More Set for 5-Star Theatricals 2025 Season Photo
CABARET, FROZEN & More Set for 5-Star Theatricals 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

STAR THEATRICALS has reveraled its 2025 season of shows!  All of 5-Star’s productions are locally produced, auditioned and rehearsed in Southern California. See the full lineup of shows and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s Production of Disney’s Frozen, The Broadway Musica Photo
Video: Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s Production of Disney’s Frozen, The Broadway Musical
by Michael Major - Jan 22, 2025

Watch a video of Tristen Buettel singing 'Let It Go' from Maltz Jupiter Theatre's production of Frozen, directed by John Tartaglia. The cast also features Brooke Quintana as Anna, Justin Showell as Kristoff, Wesley Slade as Olaf, and Dan Hoy as Hans.
John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Rob Ruggiero & More Join The Muny 107th Season Photo
John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Rob Ruggiero & More Join The Muny 107th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025

The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will bring the theatre’s bold 2025 season to life. Learn more about the upcoming season!
John Tartaglia Will Direct FROZEN at The Maltz Jupiter Theatre Photo
John Tartaglia Will Direct FROZEN at The Maltz Jupiter Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2024

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!
Video: Watch a Preview of FROZEN By Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall Photo
Video: Watch a Preview of FROZEN By Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall
by Michael Major - Dec 10, 2024

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.
MOANA 2 Hits Lifetime Domestic Gross of First Film After 10 Days; WICKED Numbers Rema Photo
MOANA 2 Hits Lifetime Domestic Gross of First Film After 10 Days; WICKED Numbers Remain Strong
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 8, 2024

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Moana 2 has hit $600 million globally in its second weekend, ahead of the first film's $582 million at current exchange rates. Wicked has also hit $34.9 million in 3,885 theatres in its third weekend, reaching a total domestic gross of $320.5 million as of Sunday. 
Interview: Kaleigh Gorka Talks Playing Elsa in Disney's FROZEN at Neptune Theatre Photo
Interview: Kaleigh Gorka Talks Playing Elsa in Disney's FROZEN at Neptune Theatre
by Lauren Gienow - Dec 8, 2024

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.
MOANA 2 Has Biggest 5-Day Opening of All Time Photo
MOANA 2 Has Biggest 5-Day Opening of All Time
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024

With a 5-day domestic debut of $221M, Walt Disney Animation Studios' “Moana 2” has shattered numerous box office records including the biggest 5-day opening of all time, and more.
MOANA 2 Takes In Record-Setting $28 Million On Thanksgiving Day Photo
MOANA 2 Takes In Record-Setting $28 Million On Thanksgiving Day
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2024

Disney's hotly-anicipated sequel, Moana 2, opened this weekend to a record-setting box office, earning $28 million on Thanksgiving Day alone.
Video: Dwayne Johnson and MOANA 2 Songwriters Discuss Maui's New Song Photo
Video: Dwayne Johnson and MOANA 2 Songwriters Discuss Maui's New Song
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 29, 2024

In a new featurette for Moana 2, Dwayne Johnson, along with songwriters Barlow & Bear, discuss the genesis of Maui's song and its function within the story of the film. Watch the video now!
Review Roundup: MOANA 2- Does the Sequel Live Up to Disney's 2016 Hit? Photo
Review Roundup: MOANA 2- Does the Sequel Live Up to Disney's 2016 Hit?
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 26, 2024

The sequel to Disney's 2016 animated hit Moana has arrived and critics are weighing in on the long-awaited musical, which reprises the voice talents of Auli‘i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, and Nicole Scherzinger. Find out here if the new movie lives up the first!
Video: MOANA 2 Trailer Recreated with LEGO Photo
Video: MOANA 2 Trailer Recreated with LEGO
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

Disney has debuted a new Moana 2 trailer made entirely out of LEGO, ahead of the animated sequel hitting theaters on November 27. Take a look at the fun new trailer here!
MOANA 2 Soundtrack Now Available Featuring New Songs by Barlow & Bear Photo
MOANA 2 Soundtrack Now Available Featuring New Songs by Barlow & Bear
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 22, 2024

The Moana 2 Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is available now. Featuring the music of Grammy® Award winning songwriters Barlow & Bear, listen to Moana 2's songs here.
Listen: MOANA 2 Song 'Beyond' by Barlow & Bear Now Available Photo
Listen: MOANA 2 Song 'Beyond' by Barlow & Bear Now Available
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2024

“Beyond,” the end credit track from the highly anticipated Walt Disney Animation Studios’ film and Disney Music Group Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, “Moana 2,” is available now. Listen to the song here!
MOANA 2 Becomes Best First-Day Animated Ticket Pre-Seller of 2024 Photo
MOANA 2 Becomes Best First-Day Animated Ticket Pre-Seller of 2024
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 29, 2024

Fandango, the online movie ticketing service, has announced that Moana 2 is the best first-day ticket pre-seller for an animated film released in 2024 surpassing Inside Out 2, Despicable Me 4, and Kung Fu Panda 4.
Video: MOANA 2 Promo Teases New Songs; Tickets On Sale Now Photo
Video: MOANA 2 Promo Teases New Songs; Tickets On Sale Now
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2024

Moana 2 tickets are now on sale! To commemorate the occasion, Disney has released a new promo video featuring Cabaret's Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and songwriters Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear. Watch the video!
Video: 'For The First Time in Forever' in Rehearsals for Olney Theatre's FROZEN Photo
Video: 'For The First Time in Forever' in Rehearsals for Olney Theatre's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - Oct 23, 2024

Watch a sneak peek behind the scenes as Anna (Alex De Bard) and Elsa (Gabriela Hernandez) get ready for the coronation ball in 'For The First Time in Forever' in rehearsals for Olney Theatre's production of Disney's FROZEN.
Video: MOANA 2 Promo Teases Mysterious New Villain Matangi Photo
Video: MOANA 2 Promo Teases Mysterious New Villain Matangi
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 22, 2024

Disney has dropped a new promo video for Moana 2 which shines a spotlight on Matangi, one of the main villains of the upcoming movie. Matangi, voiced by Awhimai Fraser, has been described as a 'mysterious new character,' who has a past with Dwayne Johnson's Maui. Watch the video now!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Jennifer Lee written?

Jennifer Lee has written 1 shows including Frozen (Bookwriter).

What awards has Jennifer Lee been nominated for?

and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Frozen.

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