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Jennifer Lee 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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Jennifer Lee STAGE CREDITS

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

Jennifer Lee Productions

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

Writing


Jennifer Lee Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Book of a Musical

Jennifer Lee, Frozen

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WISH to Stream on Disney+ Next Month

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Wish” is coming to Disney+. 'Wish' is an all-new musical-comedy welcoming audiences to the magical kingdom of Rosas, where Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force. It stars Ariana DeBose as Asha, Chris Pine as Magnifico, and Alan Tudyk as Asha’s goat, Valentino.

New Staging Of FROZEN, IN THE HEIGHTS & More Set for Theatre Under The Stars 2024/25 Season

Today, Theatre Under The Stars has revealed the shows that make up the musical theatre company’s 2024/25 Season. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Exclusive: Go Inside Rehearsals for the GRAND HOTEL 35th Anniversary Reunion Concert

Get a look inside rehearsals for Grand Hotel: The 35th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert at 54 Below in the video here!

FROZEN Will Host a Special Performance During Pride Weekend

Experience the magic of Disney's FROZEN with an extra sparkle in a special performance celebrating London Pride Weekend. Discover the enchantment on stage!

Tickets on Sale Friday For FROZEN in Austin

Tickets for Disney’s Frozen in Austin will go on sale to the public on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, at 10 am. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

Disney's FROZEN Tickets Now On Sale

Get ready for Disney's FROZEN on Broadway in Jacksonville! Tickets go on sale this Friday. Don't miss out on this magical musical experience.

FROZEN is Coming to the ACADEMY OF MUSIC This Spring

Ensemble Arts - the new presenting brand of the Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Philadelphia Orchestra - will present the long-awaited production of Disney's Frozen. See how to purchase tickets!

Watch: FROZEN's Samantha Barks Sings 'Dangerous To Dream' in New Music Video

Watch Samantha Barks sing Dangerous To Dream from Frozen. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!

FROZEN North American Tour Celebrates 1000 Performances

The North American tour of Disney’s Frozen celebrated 1,000 performances last night on Wednesday, January 31 at The Kentucky Center in Louisville, KY, where the hit Broadway musical is playing through Sunday, February 4.

Chicago's Paramount Aurora Theatre Will Stage FROZEN & WAITRESS; Full 2024/25 Season Announced

Chicago's Paramount Aurora Theatre will stage the metropolis' premiere of Disney's Frozen the Musical as the 2024 holiday season show. The city, which has previously the touring production, will be one of the first to see a production staged by a local theatre company. 

What Broadway Shows Are On Tour Across North America For The 2024/2025 Season? - A Complete Guide

Looking for a show to see in a city near you? Check out our guide of current and upcoming Broadway tours, and learn about each production.

West End Production of FROZEN to Close in September

Disney Theatrical Group's critically acclaimed West End production of Frozen will extend for the final time, completing its run at Theatre Royal Drury Lane after three years on 8 September 2024, having been seen by over 2.8 million people.

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. & More Set for The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati's 24-25 MainStage Season

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati will bring an exciting 24-25 Season full of magic to the Taft Theatre stage.  

Samantha Barks Will Return to FROZEN in the West End

Samantha Barks is coming home to Arendelle! BroadwayWorld has learned that Barks, who originated the role of Elsa in Frozen in the West End, will return to the production in 2024.

Video: FROZEN North American Tour Cast Performs at The White House

Watch the cast of the North American Tour of Frozen perform at The White House

Review: DISNEY'S FROZEN at North Little Rock High School Performing Arts Center

What did our critic think of DISNEY'S FROZEN at North Little Rock High School Performing Arts Center?

Photos: Inside the U.K. Premiere of WISH With Ariana DeBose & More

Welcoming Ariana DeBose (voice of Asha), songwriter Julia Michaels and filmmakers Jennifer Lee, Chris Buck, Fawn Veerasunthorn, Peter Del Vecho and Juan Pablo Reyes Lancaster Jones, the event is among a host of premieres happening around the world in recent days. Check out the photos from the U.K. premiere of WISH now!

Video: Watch Ariana DeBose Perform 'This Wish' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA to Celebrate WISH Release

Wish is in theaters now! To celebrate the release, Oscar winner Ariana DeBose performed “This Wish” on Good Morning America this morning from Disneyland Paris. 'This Wish' is one of seven original songs penned by Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Julia Michaels and Grammy-winning producer-songwriter-musician Benjamin Rice. Watch the video!

Interview: How WISH Adds to the Legacy of Disney Musicals

BroadwayWorld sat down with Wish's writer and executive producer Jennifer Lee, who also serves as chief creative officer of Disney animation, and producers Peter Del Vecho and Juan Pablo Reyes Lancaster Jones ahead of the premiere of Wish. Read about working with Ariana DeBose, how Wish adds on to the legacy of Disney movie musicals, and more.

Jennifer Lee 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?

Jennifer Lee has been nominated for the Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Frozen.

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