Julian Butler | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | 15 August 1970 Maidstone, Kent, England |
| Genres | Theatre, children's theatre, pop, classical |
| Occupation(s) | Composer |
| Labels | Pop! Records privatejokemusic |
| Website | julianbutler |
Julian Butler (born 15 Aug 1970) is an English composer, lyricist, and writer. He is best known for his work in children's theatre.
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. [1] [2]
As a composer and lyricist, he has specialised in work for young audiences, most notably on the Charlie and Lola stage shows Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest Play [3] and Charlie and Lola's Extremely New Play. [4]
He has worked for Polka Theatre, [5] providing music, lyrics and sound design to over 50 productions, including The Wind in the Willows , [6] Julia Donaldson's The Everywhere Bear [7] and The Paper Dolls. [8]
From 2003 to 2011, Butler was lead singer with rock band Viper Squadron, who released their debut album Attack of the Vapours in 2006. [9]
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. [10]
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, [11] a musical based on J.M. Barrie's 1904 play Peter and Wendy . It premiered at the Djanogly Theatre, Nottingham on 4 December 2015.
Butler was given the ACA Members Award for his contribution to children's theatre at the 2016 JM Barrie Awards. [12]
| Performer | Title | Details |
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| Julian & Stephen Butler | Space Family Robinson (Original Soundtrack) |
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| Viper Squadron | Attack of the Vapours |
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| Viper Squadron | Battle of the Planets |
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| Viper Squadron | Confederacy of the Bees |
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| Private Joke | Honour Among Thieves |
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