Alan Menken
Birth Place: USA
Latest News on Alan Menken:
Theatre Now Announces New Cabaret Series Beginning In 2025 (Dec 16, 2024)
Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts (Dec 13, 2024)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Enters Its Final Weekend At Centenary Stage Company (Dec 12, 2024)
Theatre Now Announces New Cabaret Series Beginning In 2025 (Dec 16, 2024)
Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts (Dec 13, 2024)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Enters Its Final Weekend At Centenary Stage Company (Dec 12, 2024)
BIO
Alan Menken is a Disney legend who has won more Academy Awards than any other living individual, including eight Oscars with 4 for Best Score and 4 for Best Song; 11 Grammy Awards (including Song of the Year for "A Whole New World"); and 7 Golden Globes. He is best known for his work on Disney films including The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Beauty and the Beast, Hercules, Pocahontas, Enchanted, and Tangled, as well as the onstage musicals Newsies, Little Shop of Horrors, A Christmas Carol and Sister Act. He is currently working with Lin-Manuel Miranda on the new live action version of The Little Mermaid.
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David Ellison, John Lasseter, Nathan Lane, Tituss Burgess, Javier Bardem, Rachel Zegler, Vicky Jenson, Jenifer Lewis, Nicole Kidman, Olga Merediz, Alan Menken, Glenn Slater, Bela Bajaria, Dan Lin, and Dana Goldberg
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11/12/2024
From: Photos: Rachel Zegler, Alan Menken, & More Attend SPELLBOUND Premiere
David Ellison, John Lasseter, Nathan Lane, Tituss Burgess, Javier Bardem, Rachel Zegler, Vicky Jenson, Jenifer Lewis, Nicole Kidman, Olga Merediz, Alan Menken, Glenn Slater, Bela Bajaria, Dan Lin, and Dana Goldberg
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11/12/2024
From: Photos: Rachel Zegler, Alan Menken, & More Attend SPELLBOUND Premiere
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Alan Menken, A Bronx Tale
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Music
Alan Menken, Aladdin
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Alan Menken, Aladdin
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Score
Alan Menken, Newsies
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Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Music
Alan Menken, Newsies The Musical
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Music
Alan Menken, Leap of Faith
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Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre
Alan Menken
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Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Alan Menken, Newsies the Musical
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Music
Alan Menken, Sister Act
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Alan Menken, Sister Act
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best New Musical
Alan Menken, Sister Act
Olivier Awards - 2008 - Best Musical Revival
Alan Menken, Little Shop Of Horrors
Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
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Olivier Awards - 1998 - The American Express Award for Best New Musical
Alan Menken, Beauty And The Beast
Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Music
Alan Menken, Beauty and the Beast
Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
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Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Music
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Best Musical
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Olivier Awards - 1983 - Musical of the Year
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Best Score
Alan Menken, Little Shop of Horrors
Videos
Video: Rachel Zegler Performs 'My Parents Are Monsters' from SPELLBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024
Video: The Cast of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID at the Ordway Share Their Favorite Moments
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 23, 2024
Video: Rachel Zegler Recorded SPELLBOUND Songs Before Being Offered the Part
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2024
Video: Alan Menken and Glenn Slater Share What Makes SPELLBOUND Unique
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 22, 2024
Video: Original NEWSIES Cast Members Team With SUFFS & More For Broadway Votes Music Video
by Michael Major - Oct 15, 2024
Video: Watch a Preview of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at South Coast Repertory
by Michael Major - Oct 3, 2024
Video: 'Grow For Me' In Rehearsals For South Coast Rep's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - Sep 18, 2024
Video: Latrice Royale, Etai Benson, Talia Suskauer in Ogunquit Playhouse's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - Sep 3, 2024
Video: Etai Benson, Latrice Royale & Talia Suskauer in Rehearsals for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - Aug 13, 2024
Video: T. Mychael Rambo Performs as Audrey II in Guthrie Theater's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - Jul 29, 2024
Video: First Look At Will Roland & China Brickey in The Guthrie's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - Jul 9, 2024
Video: Behind the Scenes at DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 6, 2024
News
Theatre Now Announces New Cabaret Series Beginning In 2025
Starting in 2025, Theatre Now will present a monthly cabaret series at SoHo Playhouse, 15 Vandam St., NYC. Verse Intro Cabaret will feature performances of songs by 2 writing teams from Theatre Now's prestigious Musical Writers Lab.
Starting in 2025, Theatre Now will present a monthly cabaret series at SoHo Playhouse, 15 Vandam St., NYC. Verse Intro Cabaret will feature performances of songs by 2 writing teams from Theatre Now's prestigious Musical Writers Lab.
Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
The Ordway Center's production of The Little Mermaid is a dazzling spectacle that brings the beloved Disney classic to life with vibrant energy, breathtaking visuals, and heartfelt performances. Directed by a skilled team of creatives, this musical adaptation transcends the nostalgia of the 1989 animated film, offering a fresh and enchanting take that will captivate audiences of all ages.
The Ordway Center's production of The Little Mermaid is a dazzling spectacle that brings the beloved Disney classic to life with vibrant energy, breathtaking visuals, and heartfelt performances. Directed by a skilled team of creatives, this musical adaptation transcends the nostalgia of the 1989 animated film, offering a fresh and enchanting take that will captivate audiences of all ages.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Enters Its Final Weekend At Centenary Stage Company
Centenary Stage Company’s, Holiday Spectacular: A Christmas Carol: The Musical continues it’s run in the Sitnik Theatre with its final week of shows.
Centenary Stage Company’s, Holiday Spectacular: A Christmas Carol: The Musical continues it’s run in the Sitnik Theatre with its final week of shows.
Twelve Days of Christmas: WICKED Creators Stephen Schwartz & Stephen Oremus
The holidays are upon us and BroadwayWorld is continuing our favorite annual tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a Twelve Days of Christmas countdown. Day 1 features Wicked's Stephen Schwartz and Stephen Oremus.
The holidays are upon us and BroadwayWorld is continuing our favorite annual tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a Twelve Days of Christmas countdown. Day 1 features Wicked's Stephen Schwartz and Stephen Oremus.
Reg Rogers to Join LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS as 'Mushnik'
Little Shop of Horrors will welcome Reg Rogers to Skid Row in the role of Mushnik. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets to the production Off-Broadway!
Little Shop of Horrors will welcome Reg Rogers to Skid Row in the role of Mushnik. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets to the production Off-Broadway!
A CHRISTMAS CAROL The Musical Returns To Foxboro This Month
A Christmas Carol The Musical runs December 20, 21, and 22nd at the Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Centre in Foxboro, MA.
A Christmas Carol The Musical runs December 20, 21, and 22nd at the Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Centre in Foxboro, MA.
Photos: The Grand Prairie Arts Council Presents NEWSIES
The Grand Prairie Arts Council is presenting Disney's Newsies, based on the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and book by Harvey Fierstein. See photos from the production.
The Grand Prairie Arts Council is presenting Disney's Newsies, based on the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and book by Harvey Fierstein. See photos from the production.
TANGLED Live-Action Remake in Development at Disney; Michael Gracey in Talks to Direct
Audiences will officially be getting a live-action Tangled movie. A remake of the 2010 animated film is moving forward at Disney with The Greatest Showman director Michael Gracey in negotiations to helm the project.
Audiences will officially be getting a live-action Tangled movie. A remake of the 2010 animated film is moving forward at Disney with The Greatest Showman director Michael Gracey in negotiations to helm the project.
ELTON BILLY & BARRY - THEY WRITE THE SONGS Announced At Feinstein's In Carmel
Feinstein's at The Hotel Carmichael in Carmel has the perfect way to wrap up the holiday season for 2024 and ring in 2025. What better way than to celebrate with ELTON BILLY & BARRY - THEY WRITE THE SONGS.
Feinstein's at The Hotel Carmichael in Carmel has the perfect way to wrap up the holiday season for 2024 and ring in 2025. What better way than to celebrate with ELTON BILLY & BARRY - THEY WRITE THE SONGS.
Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Keystone Theatrics At The Playhouse At Allenberry
This entire production of Beauty and the Beast is everything that fans of the story could hope for. The cast and crew of Keystone Theatrics have put together a performance this reviewer could see over and over again.
This entire production of Beauty and the Beast is everything that fans of the story could hope for. The cast and crew of Keystone Theatrics have put together a performance this reviewer could see over and over again.
Review: Bringing the Joy with A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Connecticut Theatre Company
When it comes to a show like A Christmas Carol, you need to have heart and soul, and the cast and crew of Connecticut Theatre Company’s production of A Christmas Carol got my holiday season off to a great start.
When it comes to a show like A Christmas Carol, you need to have heart and soul, and the cast and crew of Connecticut Theatre Company’s production of A Christmas Carol got my holiday season off to a great start.
Interview: Liz McCartney of THE LITTLE MERMAID at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
The Little Mermaid is currently playing at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul, Minnesota, now through December 29, 2024. We had the opportunity to chat with Liz McCartney, who portrays Ursula in this production.
The Little Mermaid is currently playing at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul, Minnesota, now through December 29, 2024. We had the opportunity to chat with Liz McCartney, who portrays Ursula in this production.
Interview: Yu Shirota Captures the Magic of Snoopy and Orchestra
Yu Shirota : Since his debut as an actor in 2003, Yu has been active across various fields, including television, film, stage, and music. Some of his notable works include the historical drama “Dousuru Ieyasu (どうする家康)” and the NHK drama “Come Come Everybody,” in which he served as the narrator. He has won numerous awards, such as the Kazuo Kikuta Award. On December 8, Yu will star in and direct “billboard classics × SNOOPY『Magical Christmas Night 2024』.”
Yu Shirota : Since his debut as an actor in 2003, Yu has been active across various fields, including television, film, stage, and music. Some of his notable works include the historical drama “Dousuru Ieyasu (どうする家康)” and the NHK drama “Come Come Everybody,” in which he served as the narrator. He has won numerous awards, such as the Kazuo Kikuta Award. On December 8, Yu will star in and direct “billboard classics × SNOOPY『Magical Christmas Night 2024』.”
Spotlight: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
Catch a wave to the Ordway for Disney's The Little Mermaid 🌊
Catch a wave to the Ordway for Disney's The Little Mermaid 🌊
A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL to Run This Month at Connecticut Theatre Company
Connecticut Theatre Company will present 'A Christmas Carol - The Musical' running this month at the Repertory Theatre in New Britain. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Connecticut Theatre Company will present 'A Christmas Carol - The Musical' running this month at the Repertory Theatre in New Britain. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Tuacahn
Tuacahn is now presenting a musical version of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Check out all new production photos from the holiday classic here!
Tuacahn is now presenting a musical version of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. Check out all new production photos from the holiday classic here!
Bernadette Peters, Raúl Esparza & More to Perform at NYSAF 2024 Gala
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional details for their 2024 Annual Gala honoring award-winning director, producer, and writer Amanda Lipitz and four-time Tony Award nominee Raúl Esparza. Learn how to attend.
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional details for their 2024 Annual Gala honoring award-winning director, producer, and writer Amanda Lipitz and four-time Tony Award nominee Raúl Esparza. Learn how to attend.
TNNY Hosts Master Class With Anna K. Jacobs
Theatre Now's next Industry Night will be held later this month, featuring a Master Class with Jonathon Larson Award winner Anna K. Jacobs. Learn more about the event here!
Theatre Now's next Industry Night will be held later this month, featuring a Master Class with Jonathon Larson Award winner Anna K. Jacobs. Learn more about the event here!
Centenary Stage Company’s Holiday Spectacular Continues at the Sitnik Theatre
Centenary Stage Company’s Holiday Spectacular: A Christmas Carol: The Musical continues its run in the Sitnik Theatre with its second week of shows. Learn more here!
Centenary Stage Company’s Holiday Spectacular: A Christmas Carol: The Musical continues its run in the Sitnik Theatre with its second week of shows. Learn more here!
20 Great Audition Songs for Mezzos
If you’re a mezzo, it can feel overwhelming to find material you love that hasn’t already been sung to death. There’s so much great audition material for mezzos, and much of it is already in everyone’s audition book. Find great audition songs for mezzo-sopranos here!
If you’re a mezzo, it can feel overwhelming to find material you love that hasn’t already been sung to death. There’s so much great audition material for mezzos, and much of it is already in everyone’s audition book. Find great audition songs for mezzo-sopranos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Alan Menken written?
Alan Menken has written 22 shows including Ballad of Little Pinks (Composer), Kicks (Composer), Patch, Patch, Patch (Conceiver), Personals (Composer), Maggie May (Composer), The Present Tense (Composer), God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater (Composer), Real Life Funnies (Composer/Lyricist), Little Shop of Horrors (Composer), Diamonds (Composer), The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz (Composer), Weird Romance (Composer/Lyricist), Beauty and the Beast (Composer), Hundreds of Hats (Composer), A Christmas Carol (Composer), King David (Composer), Sister Act (Composer), The Little Mermaid (Composer), Leap of Faith (Composer), Newsies (Composer), Aladdin (Composer), A Bronx Tale (Music).
What awards has Alan Menken been nominated for?
Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Bronx Tale, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Aladdin, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Aladdin, Best Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Newsies, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Newsies The Musical , Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Leap of Faith , Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Newsies the Musical, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Sister Act, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Sister Act, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Sister Act, Best Musical Revival (Olivier Awards) for Little Shop Of Horrors, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Little Mermaid, The American Express Award for Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Beauty And The Beast, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Beauty and the Beast, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Beauty and the Beast, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Musical of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Little Shop Of Horrors and Best Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors.
What awards has Alan Menken won?
Alan Menken has won numerous awards throughout his career, including: Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Newsies; Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Newsies The Musical; Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre at the Drama League Awards; Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre at the Tony Awards for Newsies The Musical; The American Express Award for Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards for Beauty and the Beast; Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Little Shop of Horrors; and Best Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Little Shop of Horrors.
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