Howard Ashman

Playwright and composer of musical theatre

Howard Ashman - Playwright and composer of musical theatre
Born

May 17th, 1950
74 years ago

Died

March 14th, 1991
34 years ago — 40 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent playwright and lyricist, contributions included crafting the lyrics for beloved Disney animated films. Collaborated with Alan Menken on productions that achieved significant acclaim. Worked on projects such as 'The Little Mermaid', 'Beauty and the Beast', and 'Aladdin', leaving a lasting impact on musical theatre. Ashman's work was characterized by poignant lyrics and memorable melodies.

Wrote lyrics for 'The Little Mermaid'

Wrote lyrics for 'Beauty and the Beast'

Wrote lyrics for 'Aladdin'

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