Beech Tree Puppets: Anansi and the Talking Melon

Join Elephant, Warthog and Ostrich on their jolly adventure to the Monkey King as they seek help for their tricky friend, Anansi. A folk tale for all ages!

West African Folktales originate from the Asante people of Ghana and have orally been passed down over generations, featuring the revered character of the Akan God of stories, wisdom and knowledge who often takes the shape of a spider.  Anansi is associated with skill and wisdom and often triumphs over foes larger than himself.  This light-hearted example is adapted for marionette puppet theater.