Alan Menken
Birth Place: USA
Latest News on Alan Menken:
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Comes to Theatre Tallahassee in March (Jan 31, 2025)
Elizabeth Gillies & Milo Manheim to Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Beginning in February (Jan 28, 2025)
WICKED, THE GREAT GATSBY & More Set for Broadway Dallas 2025/2026 Broadway Series (Jan 24, 2025)
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Comes to Theatre Tallahassee in March (Jan 31, 2025)
Elizabeth Gillies & Milo Manheim to Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Beginning in February (Jan 28, 2025)
WICKED, THE GREAT GATSBY & More Set for Broadway Dallas 2025/2026 Broadway Series (Jan 24, 2025)
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
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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
Alan Menken, The Little Mermaid
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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
Alan Menken, Little Shop of Horrors
Olivier Awards - 1983 - Musical of the Year
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Best Score
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Videos
Video: Rachel Zegler Performs 'My Parents Are Monsters' from SPELLBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-11-25 17:00:05
Video: The Cast of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID at the Ordway Share Their Favorite Moments
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-11-23 15:44:28
Video: Rachel Zegler Recorded SPELLBOUND Songs Before Being Offered the Part
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-11-21 12:00:20
Video: Alan Menken and Glenn Slater Share What Makes SPELLBOUND Unique
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-11-22 10:00:20
Video: HERCULES UK Star Luke Brady Sings 'Go the Distance'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-11-07 07:13:36
Video: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Theatre Under the Stars Houston
by Joshua Wright - 2024-10-25 17:12:16
Video: Original NEWSIES Cast Members Team With SUFFS & More For Broadway Votes Music Video
by Michael Major - 2024-10-15 12:13:54
Video: Watch a Preview of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at South Coast Repertory
by Michael Major - 2024-10-03 21:42:01
Video: 'Grow For Me' In Rehearsals For South Coast Rep's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-18 17:09:16
Video: Latrice Royale, Etai Benson, Talia Suskauer in Ogunquit Playhouse's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - 2024-09-03 12:16:11
Video: Etai Benson, Latrice Royale & Talia Suskauer in Rehearsals for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - 2024-08-13 12:21:18
Video: T. Mychael Rambo Performs as Audrey II in Guthrie Theater's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-29 16:19:48
Video: Meet The Monster Puppets of Disney's HERCULES in Hamburg
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-12 10:34:52
Video: First Look At Will Roland & China Brickey in The Guthrie's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Joshua Wright - 2024-07-09 14:28:40
Video: Behind the Scenes at DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-07-06 16:11:51
News
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Comes to Theatre Tallahassee in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2025
Little Shop of Horrors is coming to Theatre Tallahassee in March. The musical features book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken, based on the film by Roger Corman, and screenplay by Charles Griffith.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2025
Little Shop of Horrors is coming to Theatre Tallahassee in March. The musical features book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken, based on the film by Roger Corman, and screenplay by Charles Griffith.
Elizabeth Gillies & Milo Manheim to Star in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Beginning in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Little Shop of Horrors – currently in its sixth year at the Westside Theatre in NYC – will welcome two new stars as Audrey and Seymour in February of 2025 - Elizabeth Gillies and Milo Manheim. Learn more about the cast and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Little Shop of Horrors – currently in its sixth year at the Westside Theatre in NYC – will welcome two new stars as Audrey and Seymour in February of 2025 - Elizabeth Gillies and Milo Manheim. Learn more about the cast and see how to purchase tickets.
WICKED, THE GREAT GATSBY & More Set for Broadway Dallas 2025/2026 Broadway Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025
Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America revealed the full lineup of Broadway shows coming to Dallas in the 2025/2026 Broadway Series. See the full lineup including Wicked and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025
Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America revealed the full lineup of Broadway shows coming to Dallas in the 2025/2026 Broadway Series. See the full lineup including Wicked and more.
Full Cast Set For Disney's HERCULES at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group has announced the full casting for Hercules which opens at Theatre Royal Drury Lane this June. Learn more about the production and cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group has announced the full casting for Hercules which opens at Theatre Royal Drury Lane this June. Learn more about the production and cast here!
Ford's Theatre Announces Cast and Creatives of SISTER ACT
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2025
Ford's Theatre Director Paul R. Tetreault has announced the cast and creative team of the production of Sister Act. Nia Savoy-Dock returns to Ford's to take on the role of the indelible Deloris Van Cartier.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2025
Ford's Theatre Director Paul R. Tetreault has announced the cast and creative team of the production of Sister Act. Nia Savoy-Dock returns to Ford's to take on the role of the indelible Deloris Van Cartier.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Licensing Available to High Schools Through Broadway Licensing
by Michael Major - Jan 23, 2025
Water for Elephants is now available for licensing exclusively to high schools. This exciting opportunity allows high schools to stage the show beginning in early fall 2025, alongside the launch of the musical’s First National Tour.
by Michael Major - Jan 23, 2025
Water for Elephants is now available for licensing exclusively to high schools. This exciting opportunity allows high schools to stage the show beginning in early fall 2025, alongside the launch of the musical’s First National Tour.
Photos: First Look at Rise Up Art Alliance’s THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
by Jerri Shafer - Jan 23, 2025
The musical begins as the bells of Notre Dame sound through the famed cathedral in fifteenth-century Paris. Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer who longs to be 'Out There,' observes all of Paris reveling in the Feast of Fools. Held captive by his devious caretaker, the archdeacon Dom Claude Frollo, he escapes for the day and joins the boisterous crowd, only to be treated cruelly by all but the beautiful Romani woman, Esmeralda.
by Jerri Shafer - Jan 23, 2025
The musical begins as the bells of Notre Dame sound through the famed cathedral in fifteenth-century Paris. Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer who longs to be 'Out There,' observes all of Paris reveling in the Feast of Fools. Held captive by his devious caretaker, the archdeacon Dom Claude Frollo, he escapes for the day and joins the boisterous crowd, only to be treated cruelly by all but the beautiful Romani woman, Esmeralda.
20 Great Audition Songs for Baritones & Basses
by Sarah Lasko - Jan 22, 2025
If you’re a baritone or bass singer looking to refresh your go-to audition material, here’s a list of musical theatre songs to help you showcase your range and talent to the folks behind the audition table.
by Sarah Lasko - Jan 22, 2025
If you’re a baritone or bass singer looking to refresh your go-to audition material, here’s a list of musical theatre songs to help you showcase your range and talent to the folks behind the audition table.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD & More Set for Broadway in Atlanta 2025/2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2025
The Atlanta premiere of the six-time Tony Award winning HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD will anchor the 2025/2026 Broadway in Atlanta season at the Fox Theatre. See the full lineup and learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2025
The Atlanta premiere of the six-time Tony Award winning HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD will anchor the 2025/2026 Broadway in Atlanta season at the Fox Theatre. See the full lineup and learn more.
Broadway and West End Powerhouse Ramin Karimloo to Perform in Utah for the First Time
by Tyler Hinton - Jan 17, 2025
The BRAVO! Professional Performing Arts Series at Brigham Young University is hosting Ramin Karimloo in his first ever performance in Utah. Joined by The Broadgrass Band, the Olivier and Tony Award nominee is bringing Broadway and bluegrass to BYU’s Music Building Concert Hall for two shows on Friday and Saturday, January 24 and 25, 2025.
by Tyler Hinton - Jan 17, 2025
The BRAVO! Professional Performing Arts Series at Brigham Young University is hosting Ramin Karimloo in his first ever performance in Utah. Joined by The Broadgrass Band, the Olivier and Tony Award nominee is bringing Broadway and bluegrass to BYU’s Music Building Concert Hall for two shows on Friday and Saturday, January 24 and 25, 2025.
San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Brings BROADWAY, OUR WAY to the Curran Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025
The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus will present BROADWAY, OUR WAY, making their debut at one of Broadway’s most-famous touring venues, San Francisco’s Curran Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025
The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus will present BROADWAY, OUR WAY, making their debut at one of Broadway’s most-famous touring venues, San Francisco’s Curran Theatre.
Chazz Palminteri's A BRONX TALE One-Man Show Film Sets Release Date
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2025
A Bronx Tale, Chazz Palminteri's one-man stage show, is coming to the screens. The filmed version of the autobiographical play has been acquired by Tribeca Films and, beginning January 28, will be released on digital platforms and in select theaters.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2025
A Bronx Tale, Chazz Palminteri's one-man stage show, is coming to the screens. The filmed version of the autobiographical play has been acquired by Tribeca Films and, beginning January 28, will be released on digital platforms and in select theaters.
Theatre Now Receives $15,000 Award From the National Endowment for the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025
Theatre Now New York has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $15,000. Learn more about the grant here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025
Theatre Now New York has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $15,000. Learn more about the grant here!
How Many Broadway Musicals Are Based on TV Shows?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 12, 2025
With Smash about to make a splash on Broadway this season, the question was asked: how many Broadway musicals have been based on television? While historically, far more Broadway musicals have been based on books or movies, television shows have also provided source materials for several productions on the main stem.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 12, 2025
With Smash about to make a splash on Broadway this season, the question was asked: how many Broadway musicals have been based on television? While historically, far more Broadway musicals have been based on books or movies, television shows have also provided source materials for several productions on the main stem.
Theatre Now Hosts Master Class With Janine McGuire And Arri Lawton Simon This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2025
Theatre Now's next Industry Night will be held on Monday, January 27th at 6:30pm, featuring a Master Class with award-winning writing team Janine McGuire and Arri Lawton Simon (The Bubble).
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2025
Theatre Now's next Industry Night will be held on Monday, January 27th at 6:30pm, featuring a Master Class with award-winning writing team Janine McGuire and Arri Lawton Simon (The Bubble).
Sherie Rene Scott and Nicholas Christopher Set Final Performance in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025
Sherie Rene Scott and Nicholas Christopher will play their final performances in Little Shop of Horrors as Audrey and Seymour, respectively, next month. Replacement casting for Seymour, Audrey, and Orin will be announced soon.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025
Sherie Rene Scott and Nicholas Christopher will play their final performances in Little Shop of Horrors as Audrey and Seymour, respectively, next month. Replacement casting for Seymour, Audrey, and Orin will be announced soon.
Alan Menken, Jasmine Amy Rogers & More to Appear at 2025 JUNIOR THEATER FESTIVAL ATLANTA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025
iTheatrics and the Junior Theater Group have revealed special programming and the lineup of performers, adjudicators, playwrights, songwriters and educators who will take part in the 2025 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025
iTheatrics and the Junior Theater Group have revealed special programming and the lineup of performers, adjudicators, playwrights, songwriters and educators who will take part in the 2025 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta. Learn more!
THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Announced At September Song Musical Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2025
September Song Musical Theatre has announced its upcoming production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, set to grace the stage in August 2025. Featuring a score by Alan Menken and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2025
September Song Musical Theatre has announced its upcoming production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, set to grace the stage in August 2025. Featuring a score by Alan Menken and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.
20 Unique Audition Songs for Tenors
by Sarah Lasko - Jan 6, 2025
If you’re tired of seeing tenor audition song lists with recommendations that have already been sung a million times, we’ve curated this selection of songs to help you make a great impression at your next audition.
by Sarah Lasko - Jan 6, 2025
If you’re tired of seeing tenor audition song lists with recommendations that have already been sung a million times, we’ve curated this selection of songs to help you make a great impression at your next audition.
Review: A NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION WITH BERNADETTE PETERS AND THE BOSTON POPS
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 4, 2025
What did BroadwayWorld's critic think of A NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION WITH BERNADETTE PETERS AND THE BOSTON POPS at Boston Symphony Hall? Read the review here!
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 4, 2025
What did BroadwayWorld's critic think of A NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION WITH BERNADETTE PETERS AND THE BOSTON POPS at Boston Symphony Hall? Read the review 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 several prestigious awards throughout his career, including Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Newsies, Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Newsies The Musical, and Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre at the Drama League Awards. He also received the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Newsies The Musical. Additionally, he won 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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