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BIO

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

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

Productions

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

Writing


Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Book of a Musical

Jennifer Lee, Frozen

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News


Listen: MOANA 2 Song 'Beyond' by Barlow & Bear Now Available

“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

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

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

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

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!
Video: MOANA 2 Special Look Features New Characters, Music & More

Disney has released a new special look video for Moana 2, offering viewers a closer sneak peek at some of the new characters, monsters, and songs present in the film. Watch the video now!
Video: MOANA 2 Sneak Peek Features New Song 'We're Back'

Disney has released a new promo video for Moana 2, offering viewers a sneak peek at one of the new songs in the film 'We're Back.' The video also features new footage of Moana, Maui, and her little sister, Simea. Watch it now!
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.
Olney Theatre Center to Present Regional Premiere of FROZEN

Olney Theatre Center is one of the handful of regional theatres chosen by Disney to create their own, original production of Frozen. The production will be directed by Alan Muraoka. Learn more about FROZEN.
Jennifer Lee Returning to FROZEN 3 and 4

Lee has stepped down as Walt Disney Animation Studios Chief Creative to focus her attention to the franchise that she helped create. Lee will write and direct Frozen 3 as well as write Frozen 4 with Marc Smith.
Video: Josh Gad Teases FROZEN 3 and 4

Broadway performer Josh Gad recently stopped by Live with Kelly and Mark to discuss his new children's book 'PictureFace Lizzy.' Gad, who is also the voice of Olaf in the Frozen franchise, told the hosts how he found out he would be reprising his role in the upcoming sequels to the hit film.
Pittsburgh CLO Launches 2025 Summer Series Subscription Renewals

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.
Auli'i Cravalho and MOANA 2 Songwriters Share Details About New Songs

In a new piece about Moana 2, songwriters Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear and Moana voice actress Auli'i Cravalho share some insights into the new songs written for the musical film.
Video: Cast of Disney's FROZEN Tour Celebrates Final Performance

Watch the company of FROZEN come together to perform 'Let It Go' (Finale) at the Buell Theatre in Denver, CO; where the original Broadway-bound production of FROZEN first welcomed audiences in 2017.
Anya-Taylor Joy Names Elsa from FROZEN as Dream Disney Role: 'I Would Love to Do a Musical'

In a new interview, actress Anya Taylor-Joy expressed an interest in tackling musical theatre- specifically Frozen. 'I would love to do a musical because I’m a bit addicted to hard work,' the Furiosa star said.
Review: FROZEN Brings Chills and Thrills to Broadway San Jose

What did our critic think of FROZEN BRINGS CHILLS AND THRILLS TO BROADWAY SAN JOSE at Broadway San Jose?
'Let It Go' From FROZEN Reaches RIAA Diamond Status

'Let It Go” from Walt Disney Records’ Frozen Original Soundtrack has been RIAA® certified Diamond, signifying 10 Million in sales. At D23: The Ultimate Fan Event, Disney Music Group President Ken Bunt presented a Diamond plaque to Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Bobby Lopez.
Frozen 3 Coming in 2027

This weekend at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Walt Disney Animation Studios CCO Jennifer Lee showed off the first look at the third installment of the much-loved Frozen franchise. Lee also confirmed that Frozen 3 will hit theaters in 2027.
Video: New MOANA 2 Trailer and Poster Revealed at D23

Watch a new trailer for Moana 2, opening in theaters on Nov. 27, 2024, in the video here!

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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