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Quote by Alan Menken

“Whether it's animated, whether it's live-action, whether it's Broadway, whether it's television, a musical is a musical is a musical. So, pretty much you approach the songs in pretty much the same way. The difference might be that in a film you have a close up. On stage you don't. So there are more songs on the stage because the songs are kind of the close up.”

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Alan Menken

Alan Menken, born on July 22, 1949, is a renowned musical composer from the United States. His works span across various genres such as musicals and film scores, known for their beautiful melodies and rich emotions. Menken has won multiple Tony Awards and Academy Awards, making him a significant figure in the musical world. more

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