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“What brought me to Disney was the new regime, which is now the old regime, came over with Michael Eisner, Frank Wells, Jeffrey Katzenberg, and all these people really wanted to reinvigorate the animated musical, so they came to Howard Ashman and me. That was my entry into Disney.”

Quote by Alan Menken

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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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