Julian Butler (born 15 Aug 1970) is an English
composer
A composer is a person who writes music. The term is especially used to indicate composers of Western classical music, or those who are composers by occupation. Many composers are, or were, also skilled performers of music.
Etymology and Defi ...
,
lyricist and
writer. He is best known for his work in children's theatre.
Career
Butler wrote the script, lyrics and co-wrote the music for
''Space Family Robinson'', a musical starring
Hannah Waddingham. It premiered at the
Pleasance Theatre, London in 2002.
As a composer and lyricist, he has specialised in work for young audiences, most notably on the
Charlie and Lola
Charlie and Lola are fictional children created by the English writer and illustrator Lauren Child in 2000. They were introduced in a series of picture books and later adapted as animated television characters. Lola is an energetic and imagin ...
stage shows ''Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest Play''
and ''Charlie and Lola's Extremely New Play''.
He has worked for
Polka Theatre,
providing music, lyrics and
sound design to over 50 productions, including ''
The Wind in the Willows'',
's ''The Everywhere Bear''
and ''The Paper Dolls''.
From 2003-2011, Butler was lead singer with rock band Viper Squadron, who released their debut album ''Attack of the Vapours'' in 2006.
In 2011, he wrote music and lyrics for a new musical version of ''
Red Riding Hood'' with
Mike Kenny which premiered at the Djanogly Theatre, Nottingham on 10 December 2011.
In 2013 he wrote and recorded the song "Time Stands Still" featuring vocals by
David McAlmont.
In 2015, he wrote the book, lyrics and music for ''Neverland'',
a musical based on
J.M. Barrie's 1904 play ''
Peter and Wendy''. It premiered at the Djanogly Theatre, Nottingham on 4 December 2015.
Awards
Butler was given the ACA Members Award for his contribution to children's theatre at the 2016 JM Barrie Awards.
Selected discography
References
External links
Julian Butler Official websiteJulian Butler on SpotifyMary McElree performs "Neverland" on Good Morning Texas"Time Stands Still" featuring David McAlmont on Spotify
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Living people
1970 births
People from Maidstone
Musical theatre
Musical theatre is a form of theatrical performance that combines songs, spoken dialogue, acting and dance. The story and emotional content of a musical – humor, pathos, love, anger – are communicated through words, music, movemen ...