Synopsis
The Dancing Spider
$9.99
Marilyn Osterman & Marilyn Kluge
Published by Dramatic Publishing
Large Mixed Cast
The plot is drawn from West African folktales and enhanced by
songs based on authentic African rhythms, forms and themes
It concerns the trickster-hero Ananse, who spends his time dreaming up ways to get others to do his work and so ends up in some hilarious predicaments
Hugh, menacing Leopard and Lion try to intimidate Ananse, but he outwits them both
The songs may be sung by solo voices or entirely by chorus
Accompaniment may be performed on the piano, but here is a perfect opportunity to capitalize on Carl Orff's musical ideas
Very simple parts for Orff instruments like the xylophone are provided in the book
Music in book
Cast can be from 18 to 40 males or females