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Julian Butler (born 15 Aug 1970) is an award winning English composer, lyricist and writer, best known for his work for young audiences.

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 stage shows Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest Play and Charlie and Lola's Extremely New Play.

He has worked extensively for Polka Theatre, providing music, lyrics and sound design to over 50 productions, including The Wind in the Willows , Julia Donaldson'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
Julian was awarded the ACA Members Award for his contribution to children's theatre at the 2016 JM Barrie Awards.