Alan Menken
Birth Place: USA
Latest News on Alan Menken:
Photos/Video: SISTER ACT at Drury Lane Theatre (Nov 26, 2025)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL Returns To Foxboro For 3rd Year (Nov 23, 2025)
Stephen Schwartz To Receive 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award From The Society Of Composers & Lyricists (Nov 22, 2025)
Photos/Video: SISTER ACT at Drury Lane Theatre (Nov 26, 2025)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL Returns To Foxboro For 3rd Year (Nov 23, 2025)
Stephen Schwartz To Receive 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award From The Society Of Composers & Lyricists (Nov 22, 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
Date:
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
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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
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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
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Videos
Video: Corey J. Bradford, Matthew Patrick Quinn, & More in HERCULES on the Disney Destiny
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-17 15:33:45
Video: Original BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Star Susan Egan Surprises Tour Cast
by Michael Major - 2025-11-17 12:43:09
Video: Watch 'Great Bolts of Thunder' From HERCULES in the West End
by Michael Major - 2025-11-11 10:25:53
Video: Disney's ALADDIN Cast Performs 'A Whole New World' on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-04 13:27:47
Video: Disney's ALADDIN Cast Performs 'Friend Like Me' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-23 14:17:39
Video: Rory O’Malley Performs New 'I Want' Song for LeFou Inspired by BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-10 11:35:35
Video: Disney's HERCULES Cast Performs 'Zero To Hero' for New Cruise Line Show
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-29 12:47:17
Video/Photos: Inside Rehearsals for Disney's HERCULES for the Disney Destiny
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-29 11:22:33
Video: First Look at SHIKI Theatre Company's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST in Japan
by Joshua Wright - 2025-07-10 12:24:01
Video: Mae Ann Jorolan Performs 'I Won’t Say I’m in Love' in HERCULES THE MUSICAL in London
by Stephi Wild - 2025-06-30 06:38:52
Video: Luke Brady Performs 'Go The Distance' in HERCULES in London
by Stephi Wild - 2025-06-25 08:14:27
Video: Liz Gillies Sings 'Somewhere That's Green' in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Michael Major - 2025-06-17 11:16:42
Photos/Video: First Look at Rehearsals for Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour
by Joshua Wright - 2025-06-04 12:38:58
Video: First Look at THE LITTLE MERMAID at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Michael Major - 2025-06-03 17:03:09
Video: ALADDIN Pays Tribute to Howard Ashman at 400th Performance
by Stephi Wild - 2025-05-19 05:59:12
News
Photos/Video: SISTER ACT at Drury Lane Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025
Sister Act is now playing at Drury Lane Theatre, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, book by Cheri Steinkellner and Bill Steinkellner. Check out all new photos and video from the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025
Sister Act is now playing at Drury Lane Theatre, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, book by Cheri Steinkellner and Bill Steinkellner. Check out all new photos and video from the show here!
A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL Returns To Foxboro For 3rd Year
by Gillian Blum - Nov 23, 2025
A Christmas Carol The Musical plays four performances, running from December 19, 20, and 21 at the Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Centre in Foxboro, Massachusetts, presented by the award winning Emerald City Theatrical.
by Gillian Blum - Nov 23, 2025
A Christmas Carol The Musical plays four performances, running from December 19, 20, and 21 at the Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Centre in Foxboro, Massachusetts, presented by the award winning Emerald City Theatrical.
Stephen Schwartz To Receive 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award From The Society Of Composers & Lyricists
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
Stephen Schwartz will be honored with the 2025 SCL Lifetime Achievement Award during the Society of Composers & Lyricists’ annual holiday celebrations this December.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
Stephen Schwartz will be honored with the 2025 SCL Lifetime Achievement Award during the Society of Composers & Lyricists’ annual holiday celebrations this December.
The New York Pops to Honor Stephen Schwartz at 43rd Birthday Gala at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025
The New York Pops will honor Grammy, Academy, and Tony Award winning composer Stephen Schwartz at the orchestra’s 43rd Birthday Gala.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025
The New York Pops will honor Grammy, Academy, and Tony Award winning composer Stephen Schwartz at the orchestra’s 43rd Birthday Gala.
Cynthia Erivo, John Lithgow, & More Receive Children’s & Family Emmy Nominations- See the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has unveiled the nominations for the 4th Children's & Family Emmy Awards, which include Cynthia Erivo, John Lithgow, Joe Locke, Ana Gasteyer, and more. Check out the full list here.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has unveiled the nominations for the 4th Children's & Family Emmy Awards, which include Cynthia Erivo, John Lithgow, Joe Locke, Ana Gasteyer, and more. Check out the full list here.
Musical Version of A CHRISTMAS CAROL is Coming to The Wick Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025
The ‘spirits’ of the season are descending upon The Wick Theatre, as the spectacular musical version of A Christmas Carol comes to life. Charles Dickens’ enduring tale, now echoes with a score by Broadway titans Alan Menken and Lynn Ahrens.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025
The ‘spirits’ of the season are descending upon The Wick Theatre, as the spectacular musical version of A Christmas Carol comes to life. Charles Dickens’ enduring tale, now echoes with a score by Broadway titans Alan Menken and Lynn Ahrens.
Photos: Disney Unveils Photos from New HERCULES Musical on Disney Destiny Cruise Ship
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 17, 2025
Disney has released new first-look photos from the world premiere of Disney's Hercules, the Broadway-style live musical from Disney Cruise Line. Check out photos here, featuring beloved characters like Hercules, Meg, Hades, Pegasus, and more!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 17, 2025
Disney has released new first-look photos from the world premiere of Disney's Hercules, the Broadway-style live musical from Disney Cruise Line. Check out photos here, featuring beloved characters like Hercules, Meg, Hades, Pegasus, and more!
Video: Corey J. Bradford, Matthew Patrick Quinn, & More in HERCULES on the Disney Destiny
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 17, 2025
On November 20, Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Destiny, will set sail for its Maiden Voyage, featuring the world premiere of the Broadway-style musical adaptation of Disney's Hercules. Take a look at new video footage, featuring beloved songs like 'Go the Distance,' performed by Corey J. Bradford as the title character!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 17, 2025
On November 20, Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, the Disney Destiny, will set sail for its Maiden Voyage, featuring the world premiere of the Broadway-style musical adaptation of Disney's Hercules. Take a look at new video footage, featuring beloved songs like 'Go the Distance,' performed by Corey J. Bradford as the title character!
Video: Original BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Star Susan Egan Surprises Tour Cast
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2025
Broadway’s original 'Belle,' Susan Egan, surprised the Beauty & the Beast tour's Kyra Belle Johnson, along with the entire North American touring company. The two Belles performed a special rendition of the titular song in Nashville. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2025
Broadway’s original 'Belle,' Susan Egan, surprised the Beauty & the Beast tour's Kyra Belle Johnson, along with the entire North American touring company. The two Belles performed a special rendition of the titular song in Nashville. Watch the video!
Photos: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Celebrates Opening Night at the John W. Engeman Theater
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 17, 2025
A Christmas Carol officially opened recently at the John W. Engeman Theater, featuring music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Check out photos from opening night here!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 17, 2025
A Christmas Carol officially opened recently at the John W. Engeman Theater, featuring music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Check out photos from opening night here!
Playlist: The Best of Stephen Schwartz
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 15, 2025
It's a good time to be a Stephen Schwartz fan! Not only is his newest musical (The Queen of Versailles) and one of his oldest musicals (The Baker's Wife) currently onstage on Broadway and off-Broadway respectively, but Wicked: For Good is about to be released in movie theatres (November 21).
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 15, 2025
It's a good time to be a Stephen Schwartz fan! Not only is his newest musical (The Queen of Versailles) and one of his oldest musicals (The Baker's Wife) currently onstage on Broadway and off-Broadway respectively, but Wicked: For Good is about to be released in movie theatres (November 21).
Review: Theatre Raleigh's ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Jeffrey Kare - Nov 14, 2025
Based on Rosa Guy’s 1985 novel, My Love, My Love; or, The Peasant Girl, a Caribbean-set retelling of the original fairy tale of The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen.
by Jeffrey Kare - Nov 14, 2025
Based on Rosa Guy’s 1985 novel, My Love, My Love; or, The Peasant Girl, a Caribbean-set retelling of the original fairy tale of The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen.
Tickets to BEAUTY AND THE BEAST National Tour in Boston on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025
Tickets are now on sale for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, in Boston.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025
Tickets are now on sale for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, in Boston.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 12, 2025- WORKING GIRL First Look and More
by - Nov 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Nov 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch 'Great Bolts of Thunder' From HERCULES in the West End
by Michael Major - Nov 11, 2025
Watch a video of the cast of Disney's Hercules in London sing a new song written for the musical, 'Great Bolts of Thunder.' Written by Alan Menken and David Zippel, the song takes place before the final battle with Hades begins!
by Michael Major - Nov 11, 2025
Watch a video of the cast of Disney's Hercules in London sing a new song written for the musical, 'Great Bolts of Thunder.' Written by Alan Menken and David Zippel, the song takes place before the final battle with Hades begins!
Disney's HERCULES Extends; Leslie Beehann Joins The Muses
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
Hercules will extend its run at Theatre Royal Drury Lane until 18 July 2026 due to public demand. Leslie Beehann will join the cast to play Calliope from 8 December.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
Hercules will extend its run at Theatre Royal Drury Lane until 18 July 2026 due to public demand. Leslie Beehann will join the cast to play Calliope from 8 December.
Tickets to BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre on Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
Tickets for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, at the Orpheum Theatre are on sale.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025
Tickets for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, at the Orpheum Theatre are on sale.
Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen Join Ti West's EBENEZER: A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025
Broadway alums Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen have joined the cast of Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, a new film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic story from director Ti West.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025
Broadway alums Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen have joined the cast of Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, a new film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic story from director Ti West.
Video: Disney's ALADDIN Cast Performs 'A Whole New World' on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025
On Tuesday, the cast of Disney's Aladdin, led by Ainsley Melham, Sonya Balsara, and Marcus Martin, took the stage on Live with Kelly and Mark for a performance of 'A Whole New World.' Check out the performance now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025
On Tuesday, the cast of Disney's Aladdin, led by Ainsley Melham, Sonya Balsara, and Marcus Martin, took the stage on Live with Kelly and Mark for a performance of 'A Whole New World.' Check out the performance now.
Photos: Don Black's FROM THE HEART at London’s Fortune Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
All new photos have been released from the West End premiere of From The Heart, a new revue from Oscar- and multi-award-winning lyricist Don Black CBE. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
All new photos have been released from the West End premiere of From The Heart, a new revue from Oscar- and multi-award-winning lyricist Don Black CBE. Check out the photos 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 received numerous awards for his work in musical theatre. He won Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Newsies and Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for Newsies The Musical. He was honored with Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre at the Drama League Awards. Menken also received the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Newsies the Musical. Additionally, he earned The American Express Award for Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards for Beauty and the Beast. His musical Little Shop of Horrors won Best Musical from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards and Best Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards.
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