Sing the Rainbow is the new queer family musical from nationally acclaimed children’s band Ants on a Log. Written and produced by Julie Be and Miles Crabtree, two trans music therapists, the interactive show encourages children to explore authentic self-expression and practice social-emotional skills through singing, dancing, and hands-on superpower-themed activities. Sing the Rainbow will be presented as part of Cannonball and Fringe Festivals on September 8, 9, 22, and 30. The musical is free and recommended for ages 4-11.

The 45 min show offers a creative “superpower training,” where children can use their new powers to retrieve colors that are mysteriously missing from the Pride flag. Each superpower invites children to consider important questions such as: What are the ways I can express myself? Who do I look up to? What am I proud of? The songs reflect Ants on a Log’s signature humor and harmony, and include “They’re My Best Friend,” the first song with exclusively nonbinary pronouns to be played on national radio stations.

“As queer people and queer spaces are threatened and restricted across the US, Sing the Rainbow creates a much-needed safe space for queer joy and self-expression. All kids, queer or not, need to feel supported as they explore their identities, and everyone can benefit from the practice of community-building,” says co-producer Miles Crabtree.