I’d Rather be a Hummingbird

Sometimes problems seem too big or overwhelming for one individual to make a difference.  Little Nigel the beaver is learning the work of the big beavers when disaster strikes in the form of a  forest fire. All the creatures of the forest run away or stand panic stricken waiting for someone else to solve the problem. Only the little hummingbird dares to help. Nigel learns he wants to be like the hummingbird and do the best he can no matter the size of the problem in this musical adaptation using local species; beaver, geese, bears and more. This local rendition of the African tale is an homage to Wangari Maathai who studied environmentalism in Kansas before returning to Kenya.

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SHOW INFORMATION

  • Adapted by: Heather Nisbett- Loewenstein, based folktale by Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai

  • Run Time: 40 mins

  • Target Age: PS - 4th grade

  • Maximum Audience: 400

  • Curriculum: Environmental Science, music, art, theatre

  • Teaching Guide available

  • In person and virtual option available

WHAT WE NEED

  • Staging: 16'x16'x9'H

  • Electrical: One standard electrical outlet

  • A fog machine is used in this production

Additional Information

(fees may apply)

Optional Companion Workshop: Hummingbird rod puppets. 

Pricing

Pricing depends on number of performances, season and travel expenses. Please contact us for more information and booking specials.