Madagascar - A Musical Adventure KIDS

30-Minute Version

Get ready to “Move It, Move It!” with this fast-paced, high-energy 30-minute adaptation of Madagascar – A Musical Adventure KIDS, based on the smash-hit DreamWorks animated film audiences know and love. Bursting with colorful characters, big laughs, and an upbeat score, this streamlined version is perfect for young performers and audiences alike.

Join Alex the Lion, king of the urban jungle; Marty the Zebra, whose curiosity sparks the adventure; Melman the Giraffe, the lovable hypochondriac; Gloria the hip-hop Hippo; and those endlessly scheming penguins as they leap from the comfort of New York City’s Central Park Zoo into the wildly unpredictable world of King Julien’s Madagascar. What begins as a daring escape quickly turns into a globe-trotting journey full of surprises, friendship, and self-discovery.

Designed specifically for younger casts and shorter performance needs, this 30-minute version keeps the heart, humor, and excitement of the original while moving at a brisk, engaging pace. The following songs from the JR. version have been removed to support the shorter runtime:
“Best Friends,” “Relax, Be Cool, Chill Out,” “Penguins’ Sea Shanty,” “Welcome to Me,” and “Steak.”

With outlandish characters, adventure at every turn, and music that will have the audience dancing in their seats, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure KIDS is an ideal choice for elementary programs, camps, after-school groups, and first-time musical theatre performers. It’s a true party on stage from start to finish!

Materials Included for Madagascar – A Musical Adventure KIDS

• Choreography Videos (Digital)

• Director’s Guide

• Downloadable Resources and Media

• Guide Vocal and Performance Tracks (Digital)

• Piano/Vocal Score

• Student Books (30)

Perfect for:
Elementary and youth theatre programs • Camps • Short-run productions • High-energy ensemble casts

A joyful, crowd-pleasing musical that celebrates friendship, adventure, and embracing who you are — Madagascar – A Musical Adventure KIDS guarantees smiles, laughs, and nonstop fun for performers and audiences alike.

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