Richard Frankel
Latest News on Richard Frankel:
Photos: Opening Night of NORM LEWIS: THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS at 54 Below (Dec 19, 2024)
Penn & Teller to Celebrate 50th Anniversary at Radio City Music Hall (Dec 12, 2024)
54 Below Unveils First Cohort of 'The Genesis Project,' Supporting Emerging Artists (Jul 31, 2024)
Photos: Opening Night of NORM LEWIS: THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS at 54 Below (Dec 19, 2024)
Penn & Teller to Celebrate 50th Anniversary at Radio City Music Hall (Dec 12, 2024)
54 Below Unveils First Cohort of 'The Genesis Project,' Supporting Emerging Artists (Jul 31, 2024)
BIO
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Producers (2001) Producer
Hairspray (2002) Producer
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
The Lortels - 2012 - Lifetime Achievement Award
Richard Frankel
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Musical
Richard Frankel, Leap of Faith
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Revival of a Musical
Richard Frankel, A Little Night Music
winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Revival of a Play
Richard Frankel, The Norman Conquests
winner
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Revival of a Musical
Richard Frankel, Company
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Revival of a Musical
Richard Frankel, Sweeney Todd
winner
The Lortels - 2001 - Unique Theatrical Experience
Richard Frankel, Mnemonic
Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Musical
Richard Frankel, Swing!
winner
The Lortels - 1999 - Outstanding Revival
Richard Frankel, The Mystery of Irma Vep
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Revival of a Musical
Richard Frankel, The Sound of Music
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Musical
Richard Frankel, Smokey Joe's Cafe
winner
The Lortels - 1989 - Outstanding Play
Richard Frankel, The Cocktail Hour
Videos
Video: BACK TO THE FUTURE Reveals Special Performance To Celebrate Back to the Future Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2023
Breaking: Casey Likes Joins Roger Bart in BACK TO THE FUTURE on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 1, 2023
BACK TO THE FUTURE Will Open on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre in Summer 2023
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 21, 2022
Meet the 2022 Tony Nominees: Feinstein's/54 Below's Richard Frankel and Tom Viertel
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2022
VIDEO: Mike Stoller Appears at Opening Night of Ogunquit's Off-Broadway Bound SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2018
TV Exclusive: Watch Just-Released Promo for PENN & TELLER: LIVE ON BROADWAY!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2015
TV Exclusive: Watch the Newtildas Preview WHEN CHILDREN RULE THE WORLD at 54 Below
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 6, 2014
MEGA STAGE TUBE: Highlights From WHEN I GROW UP: BROADWAY'S NEXT GENERATION at 54 Below!
by Stage Tube - Aug 5, 2013
MEGA STAGE TUBE: Rory O'Malley, Andrew Keenan-Bolger & More Perform with the Skivvies
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 13, 2013
News
Photos: Opening Night of NORM LEWIS: THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS at 54 Below
Norm Lewis kicked off THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS, running nightly through 12/24, on 12/18. In addition to a lovely show, Norm’s opening night was a benefit that also aided 54 Below’s Ticket Subsidy program.
Norm Lewis kicked off THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS, running nightly through 12/24, on 12/18. In addition to a lovely show, Norm’s opening night was a benefit that also aided 54 Below’s Ticket Subsidy program.
Penn & Teller to Celebrate 50th Anniversary at Radio City Music Hall
Penn & Teller will celebrate 50 years together when they headline Radio City Music Hall on Thursday August 21, 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Penn & Teller will celebrate 50 years together when they headline Radio City Music Hall on Thursday August 21, 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.
54 Below Unveils First Cohort of 'The Genesis Project,' Supporting Emerging Artists
54 BELOW has revealed the first cohort of early career artists selected to participate in the Genesis Project. Learn more!
54 BELOW has revealed the first cohort of early career artists selected to participate in the Genesis Project. Learn more!
54 SINGS THE GLEE VERSION Finale to be Presented at 54 Below
Grab your slushees and head down to 54 Below to celebrate the songs made famous by the iconic hit TV show, “GLEE.” Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Grab your slushees and head down to 54 Below to celebrate the songs made famous by the iconic hit TV show, “GLEE.” Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: 54 SINGS THE RINK Pays Tribute to a Kander & Ebb Gem at 54 Below
Charles Kirsch, host of the Backstage Babble podcast, produced Monday night’s 54 Sings The Rink concert, featuring an array of talent who all had some connection to the 1984 musical. The Rink was a treasure, and this concert was a treasure, too, featuring Karen Ziemba, Mary Testa, Caroline O'Connor and many other stars.
Charles Kirsch, host of the Backstage Babble podcast, produced Monday night’s 54 Sings The Rink concert, featuring an array of talent who all had some connection to the 1984 musical. The Rink was a treasure, and this concert was a treasure, too, featuring Karen Ziemba, Mary Testa, Caroline O'Connor and many other stars.
Photos: 54 DOES 54: THE STAFF SHOW at 54 Below
I had no idea that 54 DOES 54 has been an annual event for many years, but I am so glad I was there on Sunday night to witness the range of talents and the performances from so many of the staff of the club and personnel from the offices upstairs of 54 Below.
I had no idea that 54 DOES 54 has been an annual event for many years, but I am so glad I was there on Sunday night to witness the range of talents and the performances from so many of the staff of the club and personnel from the offices upstairs of 54 Below.
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Releases New Block of Tickets Through April 27, 2025
Great Scott! A new block of tickets for BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical on Broadway has just been released for sale through Sunday, April 27, 2025. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Great Scott! A new block of tickets for BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical on Broadway has just been released for sale through Sunday, April 27, 2025. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
Photos: BACK TO THE FUTURE's Roger Bart Has Sardi's Caricature Unveiled
BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical’s Tony-winning star Roger Bart was honored on Thursday with a portrait at famed theatrical dining institution Sardi’s. Check out photos from the event here!
BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical’s Tony-winning star Roger Bart was honored on Thursday with a portrait at famed theatrical dining institution Sardi’s. Check out photos from the event here!
Feature: Meet 54 Below's Newest Board Members
54 Below recently welcomed six new members to their distinguished board of directors. We asked them a few questions to get to know them a bit better. Meet James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan!
54 Below recently welcomed six new members to their distinguished board of directors. We asked them a few questions to get to know them a bit better. Meet James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan!
54 Below Announces the Appointment of New Board Members
54 Below, the celebrated Times Square cabaret venue that is the recipient of a 2022 TONY AWARDS Special Honor for Excellence in the Theater, has announced new board members. James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan have joined the award-winning supper club board, effective immediately.
54 Below, the celebrated Times Square cabaret venue that is the recipient of a 2022 TONY AWARDS Special Honor for Excellence in the Theater, has announced new board members. James Gunderson, Tom Hood, Howard Lee Morgan, Brian Kaltner, Lee H. Perlman and Susan L Raanan have joined the award-winning supper club board, effective immediately.
Feature: 54 Below - The Basement Where You Want To Be
The Tony Award winning non-profit is here to grow, to achieve, and to change the face of cabaret and concert.
The Tony Award winning non-profit is here to grow, to achieve, and to change the face of cabaret and concert.
BACK TO THE FUTURE Releases New Block Of Tickets On Sale Now
A new block of tickets has been released for BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical! Get your tickets now for performances through Sunday, December 1, 2024.
A new block of tickets has been released for BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical! Get your tickets now for performances through Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Feature: The Best Of 2023 And The Last Four Years
It's time to see what resonated the most with Broadway World Cabaret lead writer and Editor Stephen Mosher on the last day.
It's time to see what resonated the most with Broadway World Cabaret lead writer and Editor Stephen Mosher on the last day.
54 CELEBRATES ALICE IN WONDERLAND MUSICALS is Coming to 54 Below
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents 54 Celebrates Alice in Wonderland Musicals on December 19, 2023, at 9:30 pm.
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents 54 Celebrates Alice in Wonderland Musicals on December 19, 2023, at 9:30 pm.
Talia Suskauer, Emily Bautista, and CJ Pawlikowski Join THE ROAD FROM OZ at 54 Below
Talia Suskauer, Emily Bautista, and CJ Pawlikowski join 'The Road From OZ' at 54 Below. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Talia Suskauer, Emily Bautista, and CJ Pawlikowski join 'The Road From OZ' at 54 Below. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Feature: The Days Of Cabaret Gratitude - Day Twenty-Three - The New Kid On The Block
Today, we return to last year's Days Of Cabaret Gratitude with THE NEW KID ON THE BLOCK.
Today, we return to last year's Days Of Cabaret Gratitude with THE NEW KID ON THE BLOCK.
Aussie Star Daniel Asset to Make U.S. Solo Debut At 54 Below With THE ROAD FROM OZ
Australian star Daniel Assetta makes his U.S. solo debut at 54 Below with 'The Road from Oz.'
Australian star Daniel Assetta makes his U.S. solo debut at 54 Below with 'The Road from Oz.'
Christian Noll, Elena Shaddow & Lee Roy Reams Join FINAL FIFTY KEY STAGE MUSICALS
Join Christian Noll, Elena Shaddow, and Lee Roy Reams as they celebrate the final performance of 50 key stage musicals at 54 Below. Don't miss this incredible night of musical theater nostalgia.
Join Christian Noll, Elena Shaddow, and Lee Roy Reams as they celebrate the final performance of 50 key stage musicals at 54 Below. Don't miss this incredible night of musical theater nostalgia.
Frances Ruffelle and Norman Bowman to Present FRANKIE & BEAUSY at 54 Below
Frances Ruffelle and Norman Bowman will be performing in 'Frankie & Beausy' at 54 Below. Don't miss this exciting show!
Frances Ruffelle and Norman Bowman will be performing in 'Frankie & Beausy' at 54 Below. Don't miss this exciting show!
54 BELOW to Present BROADWAY SIGNS! HALLOWEEN SPIRITS
54 BELOW will present Broadway SIGNs! Halloween Spirits after last year's sold out show with headliner Josh Castille, (Spring Awakening Deaf West revival) and guest artists Rosa Lee Timm and JAC Cook. Join two time Tony Winner Michael Cerveris (Assassins, Fun Home, Sweeney Todd) for tales from Poe with entrancing songs from Sondheim.
54 BELOW will present Broadway SIGNs! Halloween Spirits after last year's sold out show with headliner Josh Castille, (Spring Awakening Deaf West revival) and guest artists Rosa Lee Timm and JAC Cook. Join two time Tony Winner Michael Cerveris (Assassins, Fun Home, Sweeney Todd) for tales from Poe with entrancing songs from Sondheim.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Richard Frankel been nominated for?
Lifetime Achievement Award (The Lortels), Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Leap of Faith, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Little Night Music, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Norman Conquests, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Company, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sweeney Todd, Unique Theatrical Experience (The Lortels) for Mnemonic, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Swing!, Outstanding Revival (The Lortels) for The Mystery of Irma Vep, Best Revival of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Sound of Music, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Smokey Joe's Cafe and Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for The Cocktail Hour.
What awards has Richard Frankel won?
Richard Frankel has received several prestigious awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from The Lortels. He has won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play for The Norman Conquests and the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical for Company. Additionally, he received the Unique Theatrical Experience Award from The Lortels for Mnemonic, the Outstanding Revival Award from The Lortels for The Mystery of Irma Vep, and the Outstanding Play Award from The Lortels for The Cocktail Hour.
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