Howard Ashman

Playwright, Theatrical Lyricist

1950 – 1991

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Who was Howard Ashman?

Howard Elliott Ashman was an American playwright and lyricist. Ashman first studied at Boston University and Goddard College and then went on to achieve his master's degree from Indiana University in 1974. He collaborated with Alan Menken on several films, notably animated features for Disney, Ashman writing the lyrics and Menken composing the music.

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Born
May 17, 1950
Baltimore
Also known as
  • Howard Elliot Ashman
  • Ashman, Howard
Parents
Siblings
Spouses
Ethnicity
  • Jewish people
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • Goddard College
  • Boston University
Died
Mar 14, 1991
New York City

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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