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Leopard Learns a Lesson

Program Categories
Puppets, Animal Programs, Theater Programs

Audience Age
3-10

Description

Based on an African folktale from Malawi, LEOPARD LEARNS A LESSON tells the story of a mother leopard and her son, who have been bullying smaller animals. The leopards learn, along with the audience, that cooperation works better than intimidation. The cast also includes an intellectual elephant, a riddle-telling rhinoceros, two resourceful rabbits, and a clever bee. The show features original music composed by Alison Reid Plante.

Fee
$325. block booking available, travel fee if greater than 20 miles from Stoneham, MA

Group Size
400 maximum

Program Length
45 minutes

Facility Requirements
Two electrical outlets, ceiling height of 8 feet.

Last Modified
01/03/2008

Comments
The show is preceded by a guitar sing-along led by puppeteer Maggie Whalen. For older children, a lecture demonstration precedes the show.

Recent Library/School Appearances by Maggie Whalen/Magpie Puppets

Robbins Library (at Fox)
Arlington, MA
 (781) 316-3200

Newton Free Library
Newton, MA
 (617) 796-1410

Winchester Public Library
Winchester, MA
 (781) 721-7171

Performer’s Contact Information

Maggie Whalen/Magpie Puppets

Maggie Whalen
137 Franklin Street
Unit 501
Stoneham, MA 02180
 (781) 438-0302
 magpie1976@juno.com
 http://www.magpiepuppets.com
Preferred Contact Method: Email

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