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Irene Mecchi
Writer
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Irene Mecchi
Writer
Roles (2)
The Lion King
Opened November 13, 1997
Book
Adapted from the Screenplay by
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Inside the Playbill: Irene Mecchi (Writer)
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The Lion King
Awards
New York Drama Critics' Circle
1998
Best Musical
The Lion King
Winner
Tony Award
1998
Best Book of a Musical
The Lion King
Nominee