Ideal to perform alongside a minibeast topic, this adorable primary school musical is about a little caterpillar.  When she dreams of fluttering like a butterfly, the other creatures laugh. 'You've got no wings!' they say, 'maybe you're a flutterpillar!'

Determined to get a better view of some butterflies, Flutterpillar climbs into a bush, where something magical happens. Hidden safely among the leaves, she forms a chrysalis and falls asleep. The other creatures are sure she will never become a butterfly—but when she wakes, they are in for a wonderful surprise. Her dream has come true! 

Author: Sarah Baker

Age guide: 6-8

Running time: 20 minutes

No. of songs: 5

Suggested cast size: 15 to 30+

(11 individual speaking parts, plus several easy lines for the whole chorus as ‘flowers’) 

"‘Flutterpillar’ is short, accessible, easy to set and costume, and there are limited props – which makes for low stress! It’s easy to understand, with appropriate dialogue and catchy songs. We were able to create a very bright and vibrant performance, and lots of parents commented on how good it was. A very good show for this age group."  Becky Gee ~ Teacher, Gloucester

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