Young audiences. 10-15 minutes. 1-6 either (with the potential to use puppets). Suitable for elementary school and older. First performance: $25. Each additional performance: $15. All licenses include permission to make copies of the script as necessary for production. Professional rights should be negotiated directly with YouthPLAYS at info@youthplays.com.

Adapted for the stage from the book by Don Freeman.

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Manuelo the praying mantis desperately wants to make an instrument. After many failed attempts and ridicule from insects and other animals, he befriends a spider who helps him make a cello and beautiful music.