Is Alan Menken A-List?
Yes — Alan Menken is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 1989
*The Little Mermaid* Score
Ranking Timeline
*Little Shop of Horrors* Success
Menken's collaboration with Howard Ashman on *Little Shop of Horrors* achieves success, launching his career in musical theater.
*The Little Mermaid* Score
Composes the score for *The Little Mermaid*, marking his breakthrough with Disney and earning him his first Academy Award.
*Beauty and the Beast* Score
Composes the score for *Beauty and the Beast*, winning multiple Academy Awards and solidifying his position in Disney animation.
*Aladdin* Score and Songs
Composes the music for *Aladdin*, winning multiple Academy Awards and further solidifying his success with Disney.
*Newsies* on Broadway
*Newsies* opens on Broadway, earning him a Tony Award and demonstrating his versatility in theater and film.
Daytime Emmy Award
Wins a Daytime Emmy Award, achieving EGOT status and cementing his place as a versatile and celebrated composer.
Continues Composing
Menken continues to compose for Disney and Broadway, solidifying his legacy as one of the most celebrated composers in the entertainment industry.
Last updated: February 23, 2026