Book & Lyrics by Gloria Bond Clunie

Music by Elton Bradman and Leela Oleszkiewicz

Based on the book by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees

Produced by Wishing Star Productions, LLC

All the animals in the jungle know their own special dance, but Gerald the Giraffe can’t seem to move without a clumsy step. With the help of a wise cricket, though, he finds his own song and dances to the beat of his own drum!

Dancing Giraffe, book cover for Giraffes Can't Dance

Based on the beloved children’s book (ranked #1 on Amazon in Children’s Self-Esteem Books!), this stage adaptation uses acting, singing, puppets, African rhythm, and lots of dancing to show how our differences are what make us special.

Showtime: 1 hr. This is the earlier performance. See the later one here.

Ages: Grades Pre K – 2

Tickets:

$8/ticket, whether student or teacher/chaperone
For school groups only
If your group is coming by car(s) or van(s), please register for the second performance if possible.

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