Back AGAIN by popular demand, The Songs of Alan Menken is taking over the Southbank Theatre for one day only on Saturday 24 June for two performances. Featuring an expanded cast of seven and now with a three-piece band, the concert will showcase a selection of songs by Alan Menken, widely acclaimed for his work in film and on Broadway.
Alan Menken has composed some of the most beloved scores and songs of our generation. He is best known for his work on a plethora of Disney films including The Little Mermaid, Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Hercules and Pocahontas.
His stage work includes Sister Act, Little Shop of Horrors, Weird Romance and Leap of Faith. His career has spanned over 30 years and garnered him many accolades including eight Academy Awards, eleven Grammy Awards and five Tony Award nominations (one win).
Revival Director: Scott Hendry Featuring: Seth Drury, Josh Ellwood, Zuleika Khan, Vanessa Menjivar, Liam J. O’Byrne, Emily Paddon-Brown, Jeff van de Zandt Musical Director: Lucy O’Brien Choreographer: Rhys Velasquez Original Director: Matthew Lockitt Producer: Catherine Langley
The Songs of Alan Menken – Menken a Comeback!
The Lawler – Southbank Theatre, 140 Southbank Boulevard, Southbank
Performances: Saturday 24 June 2017 – 3.00pm / 8.00pm
Information and Bookings: www.mtc.com.au
Image: The Songs of Alan Menken – photo by James Terry Photography