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Robert Lopez

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Broadway: co-creator/writer of The Book of Mormon (nine Tony Awards including Best Book, Best Original Score and Best Musical), co-creator/songwriter of Avenue Q (three Tony Awards including Best Original Score and Best Musical). Regional: Frozen (Denver Center), Up Here (La Jolla Playhouse), 1001 Nights (Atlantic Theater). Film: Pixar's Coco (Oscar Best Original Song win for "Remember Me"), Frozen (Oscar Best Original Song win for "Let It Go"). TV: songs for The 87th Academy Awards, "The Simpsons," "South Park," "Scrubs," "The Wonder Pets." Upcoming projects include Disney's Frozen 2. One of 12 artists to win Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Awards (EGOT). Yale University grad, BMI Workshop, Dramatists Guild council. A NYC native, he lives in Brooklyn with Kristen and their two daughters.

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Robert Lopez Productions

 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2015]
Vocal Arrangements
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Book
Music
Lyricist
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Animation Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2006] [Replacement]
Music/Lyrics[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Animation Designer

Writing

Lyricist
Composer
Bookwriter
Book, Music, and Lyrics
Composer/Lyricist
Source Material
Composer
Lyricist

Robert Lopez Movies

Winnie the Pooh
[ 2011 ] music producer
Frozen
[ 2013 ] original songs by, song producer
Coco
[ 2017 ] original songs by
Frozen II
[ 2019 ] original songs by
Spies in Disguise
[ 2019 ] songs

Robert Lopez Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding New Score

Robert LopezFrozen

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Robert LopezFrozen


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Book of a Musical

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lyrics

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Music

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon


winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon

Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best New Musical

Robert Lopez, Avenue Q


winner
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Robert Lopez, Avenue Q


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lyrics

Robert Lopez, Avenue Q


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Music

Robert Lopez, Jeff Marx - Avenue Q


winner
- 2000 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist

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The Coterie Reveals Lineup For 2024/25 Season


The Coterie Theatre has announced its 2024/2025 season lineup. Learn more here!

THE BOOK OF MORMON Comes to Buddy Holly Hall in May


The National Tour of the nine-time Tony Award-winning best musical, THE BOOK OF MORMON is part of the 23–24 BROADWAY AT THE BUDDY HOLLY HALL Series and will take the Buddy Holly Hall stage May 17–19, 2024.

The Coterie Announces 2024/2025 Season Including CINDERELLA: A SALSA TALE This Fall


Discover the exciting lineup for The Coterie's 2024/2025 season, beginning with a co-produced world premiere with the American Royal in September 2025. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld for more details.

THE BOOK OF MORMON to Return to Australia in July 2025


The Tony, Olivier and Grammy award-winning production THE BOOK OF MORMON will return to Sydney from July 2025. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE BOOK OF MORMON to Return to Australia in 2025


Australia, the Mormons are back! The Tony, Olivier and Grammy award-winning production THE BOOK OF MORMON will return to Sydney from July 2025.

THE BOOK OF MORMON Launches Lottery Ticket Policy in Waterbury, CT


THE BOOK OF MORMON has announced a lottery ticket policy in Waterbury, CT playing at the Palace Theater on April 26, April 27, and April 28. A limited number of tickets will be available at $25 each. 

Nashville Children's Theatre's World Premiere of FINDING NEMO Musical Is Captivating and Heartwarming


Captivating, heartwarming, colorful, imaginative and down-right magical, Nashville Children’s Theatre’s world premiere production – it’s 19th in the past few years since executive artistic director Ernie Nolan’s arrival – of the theatre for young audiences version of Disney-Pixar’s Finding Nemo is just the latest theatrical hit from the venerable Nashville institution.

Review: THE BOOK OF MORMON at Straz Center


If you're ready to laugh, cringe, and convert, THE BOOK OF MORMON pokes good (un)clean fun right into the heart of organized religion. This musical is a religious experience, a testament to the power of laughter, the spirit of musical theater, and a whole lot of heart.

The Lesser-Known Works of Composer, Musician, and Orchestrator Tom Kitt


Tom Kitt's latest project is providing Orchestrations and Music Consulting for the new Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen. As Kitt's work hits the Broadway stage yet again, here are some of his recent collaborations that Broadway fans may not be as familiar with!

Disney's FROZEN, WAITRESS & More Set For La Mirada's 2024/2025 Season


La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & Mccoy Rigby Entertainment have announced their 2024/2025 season of shows.

New Film Coming from THE BOOK OF MORMON Writers Matt Stone and Trey Parker


The dynamic duo behind The Book of Mormon and SOUTH PARK have once again teamed up for a new film. The film, which goes into production this summer, will follow in the comedic footsteps of their past work which includes Cannibal! The Musical and South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut, based on their hit animated television series. No plot details were announced.

Review: THE BOOK OF MORMON at Majestic Theatre


I saw this show for the first time in New York almost ten years ago. It was so popular then, having won nine Tony Awards just a few years before that. Last weekend, I saw The Book of Mormon in San Antonio at the beautiful Majestic Theatre (@MAJESTICTHEATRE), and I wondered how it would hold up to my NYC experience.

Broadway Buying Guide: April 8, 2024- HAMILTON Rises to the Top


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 8, 2024.

FROZEN, JERSEY BOYS, and More Set For North Shore Music Theatre's Upcoming Season


Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) is set to return for an expanded season of exceptional musical entertainment for North Shore audiences. Learn more about the season here!

New Cast Members Join the North American Tour of FROZEN


New cast members have joined the North American tour of Frozen. Learn more about the new cast members here!

Shuler Hensley-Helmed THE MUSIC MAN & More Set for City Springs Theatre's 7th Season


City Springs Theatre Company has revealed its all-new 2024 – 2025 season, marking the award-winning theatre company’s seventh season which launches in September and runs through May 2025.

John Oliver to Host Brooklyn Children's Theatre Gala Honoring LaChanze & More


Join John Oliver, Jeremy Shamos, and Nina Hellman as they host the Brooklyn Children's Theatre 20th Anniversary Gala. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE BOOK OF MORMON to Launch Digital Lottery for St. Louis Engagement


THE BOOK OF MORMON will launch a lottery ticket policy in St. Louis playing at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets.

42 STREET, FROZEN JR. & More Set for Musical Theatre of Anthem 24-25 Season


Musical Theatre of Anthem has revealed their 2024-2025 Sensational 17th Season, bringing to the stage some new performances sure to delight patrons of all ages.

Se desvela el reparto de AVENUE Q en el Gran Teatro Príncipe Pio


El 3 de mayo comenzarán las funciones de esta nueva producción dirigida por Gabriel Olivares y José Félix Romero.

Robert Lopez FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Robert Lopez written?

Robert Lopez has written 5 shows including Avenue Q (Source Material), If You Give A Mouse A Cookie & Other Story Books (Adaptation), The Book of Mormon (Lyricist), Up Here (Book, Music, and Lyrics), Frozen (Composer/Lyricist).

What awards has Robert Lopez been nominated for?

Robert Lopez has been nominated for several prestigious awards in the Broadway industry. These include Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Frozen," Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "Frozen," Best Book of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Best Original Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards for "Avenue Q," Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for "Avenue Q," Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for "Avenue Q," and Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Jeff Marx for "Avenue Q."

What awards has Robert Lopez won?

Robert Lopez has won several awards including Best Book of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Best Original Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Book of Mormon," Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for both "The Book of Mormon" and "Avenue Q," Outstanding Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards for "Avenue Q," Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Jeff Marx for "Avenue Q," and Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist for Robert Lopez.

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