Jennifer Lee
Latest News on Jennifer Lee:
Video: Watch a Preview of FROZEN By Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall (Dec 10, 2024)
MOANA 2 Hits Lifetime Domestic Gross of First Film After 10 Days; WICKED Numbers Remain Strong (Dec 8, 2024)
Interview: Kaleigh Gorka Talks Playing Elsa in Disney's FROZEN at Neptune Theatre (Dec 8, 2024)
Video: Watch a Preview of FROZEN By Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall (Dec 10, 2024)
MOANA 2 Hits Lifetime Domestic Gross of First Film After 10 Days; WICKED Numbers Remain Strong (Dec 8, 2024)
Interview: Kaleigh Gorka Talks Playing Elsa in Disney's FROZEN at Neptune Theatre (Dec 8, 2024)
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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Disney Theatrical Productions under the direction of Thomas Schumacher presents Frozen, the North American Tour, music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez and book by Jennifer Lee
directed by Michael Grandage
with: Caroline Bowman (Elsa), Caroline Innerbichler (Anna), Mason Reeves (Kristoff), F. Michael Haynie (Olaf), Austin Colby (Hans), Jeremy Morse (Weselton)
Date:
08/16/2021
From: Photos: Disney's FROZEN North American Tour Heads Back Into Rehearsals
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Bookwriter
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Book of a Musical
Jennifer Lee, Frozen
Videos
Video: Watch a Preview of FROZEN By Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall
by Michael Major - Dec 10, 2024
Video: 'For The First Time in Forever' in Rehearsals for Olney Theatre's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - Oct 23, 2024
Video: West End FROZEN Cast Performs Punk Rock 'Do You Want to Build a Snowman?'
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 8, 2024
Video: Watch 'Let It Go' from the Dutch Production of Disney's FROZEN
by Joshua Wright - Jun 7, 2024
Exclusive: Go Inside Rehearsals for the GRAND HOTEL 35th Anniversary Reunion Concert
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024
Video: Watch Ariana DeBose Perform 'This Wish' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA to Celebrate WISH Release
by Michael Major - Nov 22, 2023
Video: Watch Chris Pine Perform His WISH Villain Song, 'This Is the Thanks I Get?!'
by Michael Major - Oct 25, 2023
Listen: Hear Ariana DeBose Sing 'This Wish' From Disney's WISH Movie Musical; Soundtrack Available to Pre-Order
by Michael Major - Oct 16, 2023
Video: Samantha Barks Performs 'Dangerous to Dream' From FROZEN THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2023
VIDEO: Stephanie McKeon and Samantha Barks Sing 'I Can't Lose You' From FROZEN
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2022
VIDEO: Caroline Bowman and Caroline Innerbichler in the All New Music Video For 'I Can't Lose You' From FROZEN
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2022
VIDEO: Watch Casts of FROZEN Come Together for 'Let It Go (Around the World Version)'
by Michael Major - Oct 7, 2021
VIDEO: Craig Gallivan and Obioma Ugoala Talk Disney's FROZEN THE MUSICAL in the West End
by Eleni Cashell - Sep 27, 2021
VIDEO: FROZEN West End First Look with Samantha Barks, Stephanie McKeon & More
by Robert Diamond - Sep 9, 2021
News
Video: Watch a Preview of FROZEN By Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall
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.
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 Remain Strong
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
Disney's hotly-anicipated sequel, Moana 2, opened this weekend to a record-setting box office, earning $28 million on Thanksgiving Day alone.
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
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!
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?
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!
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
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!
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
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.
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
“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!
“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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Videos