‘I Spy Butterfly’ puppet show at Symphony Space

“I Spy Butterfly” flitters into Symphony Space on Dec. 15.

Tots and pre-schoolers will enjoy this musical puppet show full of colorful critters, lively music, and oodles of audience interaction.

How does a nature-loving explorer become a bug’s best friend? Award-winning puppeteer Faye Dupras and her company return to Just Kidding with a new musical eco-puppetry tale about growth and change. When Trudy’s friend Harold the caterpillar suddenly transforms into a chrysalis, she’s determined to do the same. Just when she is about to give up hope, she learns that her tiny friend needs her now more than ever.

“I Spy Butterfly” Dec. 15 at 11 am and 2 pm. Tickets are $17 and $14 for members. Suitable for all ages.

Symphony Space [2537 Broadway at W. 94th Street on the Upper West Side, (212) 864–5400; www.symphonyspace.org].

Chickenshed NYC

Chickenshed is an inclusive theatre company that began in the UK in 1974. Chickenshed NYC is a young organization bringing that same ethos and unique methodology to the USA. Chickenshed&rsquo;s mission is to create entertaining and outstanding theatre that celebrates diversity and inspires positive change. Chickenshed's model of Inclusive Theatre is based in the belief that everyone can flourish when everyone is included. At Chickenshed everyone is welcome, everyone is valued, and together we produce remarkable theatre. We want to break down barriers between people to create a world without labels and where differences no longer divide. At Chickenshed, support is given to those who need it, and given by those who can . We believe that creative activities, self-expression and performance should be available to anyone who has the desire, no matter their background or circumstances. We know that when everyone has the opportunity to shine, amazing things happen. Chickenshed NYC provides programming for little ones, children and youth through semester-long activities and performances.

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