Frozen Lyrics – All Songs from the Musical

Review: Frozen Musical.

Frozen is a musical with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, and a book by Jennifer Lee, based on the 2013 film of the same name. The story centers on the relationship between two sisters who are princesses, Elsa and Anna. Elsa has magical powers to freeze objects and people, which she does not know how to control. After inheriting the throne, Elsa flees, inadvertently causes the kingdom to become frozen in an eternal winter, and nearly kills her sister. She must sacrifice and show true love to save the day.

History of Creation.

The project launched in late 2015 within Disney Theatrical.

Jennifer Lee adapted the storyline for the stage in early 2016.

The songwriters composed twelve new numbers for the show.

Master classes took place in summer 2016 in New York.

A trial performance was held in Denver in August 2017.

The show was refined up until February 2020.

The pandemic delayed the Broadway premiere by a year and a half.

Rehearsals resumed in autumn 2021 after theaters reopened.

The adaptation process took nearly six years of creative work.

Lyric Analysis.

The lyrics weave complex emotional arcs for Elsa and Anna.

Frozen Heart warns of powers’ danger via nautical metaphors. "Born of cold and winter air" sets stark tone.

Do You Want to Build a Snowman? expresses Anna’s longing through childhood memory. "Come on let’s go and play" echoes through time.

For the First Time in Forever contrasts Anna’s hope with Elsa’s fear. "I’m terrified" underscores their divide.

Love is an Open Door uses playful rhyme to mask genuine connection. "Can I say something crazy?" adds witty charm.

Let It Go celebrates self-acceptance. Its soaring chorus marks Elsa’s rebirth. "No right, no wrong" proclaims newfound freedom.

In Summer uses vivid imagery for Olaf’s naive dreams. "Where to? I don’t know" illustrates his innocence.

Monster plumbs deep guilt and isolation. Its haunting minor key mirrors Elsa’s turmoil.

Dangerous to Dream offers a tender ballad of hope. Elsa finds courage in possibilities.

When Everything Falls Apart explores Anna’s resilience. Lyrics reveal her fierce loyalty to sisterhood.

Production History.

The show premiered in Denver on August 11, 2017.

Broadway previews began February 22, 2020, at St James Theatre.

The limited Broadway run paused due to pandemic shutdown in March 2020.

Performances resumed in September 2021 after theatre reopenings.

The musical closed on Broadway on September 3, 2023.

Creative Team.

• Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez.
• Book by Jennifer Lee.
• Direction by Michael Grandage.
• Choreography by Rob Ashford.
• Scenic and Costume Design by Rob Howell and Catherine Zuber.

Design Elements.

• Michael Curry’s puppetry adds magic to scenes.
• Rob Howell’s sets shift between ice and warmth.
• Catherine Zuber’s costumes blend realism with fantasy.
• Natasha Katz’s lighting enhances mood and depth.
• Gareth Owen’s sound design immerses the audience fully.

Critical Reception.

Early reviews praised set design and puppetry.

Critics lauded "Let it go" stage moment.

Several noted pacing felt uneven in Act Two.

Audience praise remained strong across all productions.

Global Productions.

• West End premiere opened November 2021 in London.
• First North American tour launched late 2021.
• Hamburg staging debuted November 2023 in Germany.
• Tokyo production is planned for early 2024.

Questions and Answers.

What differentiates the Frozen musical from its film version?

The stage show extends characters with new songs and scenes.

Who leads the Broadway cast in the original production?

Caissie Levy stars as Elsa and Patti Murin as Anna.

What awards did the musical earn for its design?

It received multiple Tony and Drama Desk nominations for design.

How does the show portray Elsa’s powers live?

Dynamic lighting and ice projections convey Elsa’s magic vividly.

Where can audiences see new Frozen productions today?

Recent shows run in Hamburg with Tokyo edition planned soon.