The Teletubbies, a beloved children's television show, has captivated audiences around the world. Now, the Teletubbies are back with new magical events that will leave kids and parents alike mesmerized. In the latest season of the show, the Teletubbies embark on a series of adventures filled with enchantment. Each episode features a unique magical event that brings wonder and excitement to Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa, and Po. One of the new magical events introduces the Teletubbies to a magical rainbow that appears in the sky above their colorful home, Teletubbyland. As the rainbow appears, it creates a shimmering light that fills the screen, captivating the Teletubbies and viewers alike.
TELETUBBIES KINDLE THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT WITH THEIR FIRST-EVER LIVE CHRISTMAS SHOW AT HYDE PARK WINTER WONDERLAND
Halifax, NS – 17 October 2018 – DHX Brands, the dedicated brand management and consumer products arm of DHX Media, is teaming up with Fierylight, IMG and Zippos Circus to spread holiday cheer with the first-ever live Teletubbies Christmas Show, taking place at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. Bringing Teletubbyland to life off-screen, the special holiday production runs daily at 11a.m. in the MegaDome beginning on 23 November, 2018, until 6 January 2019. IMG’s annual Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is the UK’s biggest Christmas destination and transforms London’s Hyde Park into a world of sparkling magic.
Created especially for children, the popular Teletubbies live show comes to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland for its inaugural Christmas special starring Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po. At 45-minutes long, the interactive Teletubbies Christmas Show brings a magical world of love, laughter and seasonal fun to young visitors and their families in the iconic Zippos Circus MegaDome, with its family-friendly Big Top atmosphere and seating.
“Live events continue to be a particularly strong draw for fans of the Teletubbies, and between the live-show tour in the UK and the popular mini-shows at Butlins resorts, we’ve seen fantastic engagement,” said Tom Roe, Commercial Director at DHX Brands. “We’re excited to be rounding off the year with our first-ever live Christmas show at one of London’s premier holiday events, and for the Teletubbies to share in the magic of the holidays with children and families.”
Stephen Flint Wood, SVP & Managing Director of Arts & Entertainment Events, IMG said: “We are delighted to be hosting the Teletubbies for the first time in a new live show. This is just one of many exciting new attractions coming to London’s ultimate Christmas experience, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. Watching Teletubbyland come to life will be a dream come true for little ones and we encourage families to book in advance due to the anticipated popularity.”
Founder and Director of Zippos Circus, Martin Burton said: “Teletubbies will be the perfect complement to the line-up of shows we’re producing in the Zippos Circus Megadome to appeal to audiences of all ages, from morning to night.”
Now in its 12 th year, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland has become a landmark event for Londoners and tourists alike, attracting more than three million visitors each year. Open from 10a.m. to 10p.m. daily, it offers a one-stop shop for festive celebration. Winter Wonderland is free to enter, with a choice of ticketed attractions, thrilling rides, Santa Land, Christmas Markets and a variety of food and drink offerings.
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About DHX Brands
DHX Brands is the dedicated brand management and consumer products arm of DHX Media Ltd. (TSX: DHX, NASDAQ: DHXM), one of the world’s leading children’s content and brands companies. DHX Brands specializes in creating, building and maintaining high-profile global entertainment brands within the children’s and young adult markets. With expertise in brand development, licensing, marketing and creative, we build and manage brands that captivate and inspire through engaging content, first-class distribution, quality consumer products, immersive live experiences and digital media. DHX Brands’ world-class portfolio includes Teletubbies, Strawberry Shortcake, Twirlywoos, Massive Monster Mayhem, In the Night Garden and Mega Man. DHX Brands has operations in London, Toronto, Los Angeles and Hong Kong.
About IMG
IMG is a global leader in sports, fashion, events and media, operating in more than 30 countries. The company manages some of the world’s greatest sports figures and fashion icons; stages hundreds of live events and branded entertainment experiences annually; and is a leading independent producer and distributor of sports and entertainment media. IMG also specializes in sports training and league development, as well as marketing, media and licensing for brands, sports organizations and collegiate institutions. IMG is part of the Endeavor (formerly WME | IMG) network.
About Zippos Circus
Zippos Circus is best known as Britain’s favourite touring circus. The organisation also produces Cirque Berserk – a unique circus created especially for theatres, and has produced a number of shows for Hyde Park Winter Wonderland over the last 10 years, including, this year, Teletubbies Christmas show and Winter Wonderland Comedy Club.
About Fierylight
Fierylight is a Fiery Angel and Limelight partnership producing quality commercial work for young audiences since 1996. This creative partnership is headed by Richard Lewis for Limelight and Edward Snape for Fiery Angel.
Producing in the UK, both in the West End and touring regionally, as well as the USA and Australia. Fierylight primarily adapts branded children’s TV programmes for the stage, most recently Peppa Pig, Lazy Town Live, SpongeBob SquarePants, The BFG, Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom, Octonauts, and Teletubbies.
Teletubbies: Tubbytronic Superdome
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Time for Teletubbies! Come explore the Tubbytronic Superdome where the Teletubbies live. Let this set just fill you with happiness and joy with memories from your childhood.
It has 698 pieces, and has quite the functions. The doors open, you can put the Teletubbies on the slide and make them slide down. The Tubby Toaster can shoot Tubby Toast out of it. There is 1 Tubby Toast for each Teletubby (plus an extra). There is a Tubby Custard Machine for the Teletubbies to drink their custard (1 for each Teletubby). They also have a kitchen table with seats to enjoy their meals. For nap-time, the Teletubbies each have a bed to sleep on (blankets not included).
The Magic Windmill is also a new feature, to reenact TV Events, Magical Events, and Tubby Bye-Bye to the Teletubbies in every episode. Lots of rabbits to hop about (8 are included).
Let us also not forget the loveable character "Naughty" Noo-Noo! Three Voice Trumpets are also included to support the Teletubbies!
Tinky Winky
Dipsy
Laa-Laa
*On a personal note: I made this set because I LOVE Teletubbies, and I always wanted LEGO to make a Teletubbies set. Also, new molded heads may be needed!*
Teletubbies
Teletubbies is a British-American BBC children's television series for pre-school viewers. It was a show made from 31 March 1997 to 5 January 2001. It was made by Ragdoll Productions. Ragdoll's creative director Anne Wood CBE and Andrew Davenport made the show. They wrote all 365 episodes. The show had two narrators; Tim Whitnall (for the United Kingdom and Canada) and Rolf Saxon (for the United States). Teletubbies was also shown on televisions in the United States on the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Public television used the show on their television network until 29 August, 2008, when it was removed from the television schedule. [7]
The show made new episodes until on 5 January 2001. Years later, a new series aired in 2015. [8]
As the rainbow appears, it creates a shimmering light that fills the screen, captivating the Teletubbies and viewers alike. The Teletubbies embark on a quest to find the end of the rainbow, as they believe it holds a special surprise for them. In another episode, the Teletubbies discover a magical beanstalk that grows overnight in their garden.
Contents
- 1 The story
- 2 Characters
- 2.1 The Teletubbies
- 2.1.1 Tinky Winky
- 2.1.2 Dipsy
- 2.1.3 Laa-Laa
- 2.1.4 Po
- 2.1.5 Character Names
- 2.1.6 Color Skin
- 2.2.1 Noo-Noo
- 2.2.2 Supporting Characters
- 2.2.3 Physical Cast
- 4.1 Tinky Winky
- 4.2 Po
- 4.3 The Lion and The Bear
The show takes place in a grassy, floral landscape populated by rabbits with bird calls heard in the background. The four Teletubbies live in an earth house known as the "Tubbytronic Superdome." Located in the ground, it has two entrances: a hole at the top, and a large semicircular (shaped like the half of a circle) door at the dome's foot.
The Teletubbies are four colourful human-like puppets acting like four multicolored toddlers. They have TV screens in their stomachs and antennas on their heads. They live with a number of human-like objects (objects with human-like characteristics) such as the Noo-noo, a blue vacuum cleaner, and the Voice Trumpets, a set of speakers shaped like shower heads.
On every episode, the Teletubbies do similar activities, like playful interactions between the Teletubbies and the Voice Trumpets, or the mishaps caused by the Noo-noo. That also includes the footage of live children displayed on the screens in the Teletubbies' stomachs, and a magical event that occurs once per episode. The activities are different from each episode but still very similar.
CharactersThe Teletubbies
Tinky Winky
Tinky Winky, (played by Dave Thompson, Mark Heenehan, and Simon Shelton), is the first Teletubby. He is the largest of the Teletubbies, he is Purple, and has a triangular antenna on his head. He is notable for a red magic bag he always carries. He is also found dancing in a ballet-style skirt from time to time, which is also often worn by Laa-Laa.
Dipsy
Dipsy (played by John Simmit) is the second Teletubby. He is lime green and is called "Dipsy" because his straight antenna looks like a dipstick. He has a black and white furry top hat that he likes a lot. Dipsy is the most stubborn of the Teletubbies, and will sometimes refuse to go along with the other Teletubbies' opinion. His face and ears are notably darker.
Laa-Laa
Laa-Laa (played by Nikky Smedley) is the third Teletubby. She is yellow, has a swirly antenna and is concerned with the welfare of all. She is the best singer of all the Teletubbies, and is a "drama queen", party-girl, and motherly type. Her favorite thing is a bouncy, orange ball, which is almost as big as she is. She likes to sing and dance. Laa-Laa is one of the two girls in the teletubbies show.
Po
Po (played by Pui Lee Fan) is the red Teletubby. She is the fourth of the Teletubbbies, and has an antenna that is round. Po is the smallest of the Teletubbies and gets into trouble the most. She also says the word "Eh-oh" (hello), a word used by herself and the other three Teletubbies.
Po's favorite object is her blue and pink scooter, which she calls "'cootuh"(, but also "'cooter" or "scootuh"). Po often wants attention and can sometimes be mischievous and naughty when she disobeys the commands of the "Voice Trumpets."
Po can speak two languages. Those languages are English (or the broadcasting country's language) and, for counting, Cantonese. For example, she says "Yat, yi, sam," which means "One, two, three." She is a problem solver and the best "spider-fighter". Po is also a Tomboy type.
In the Teletubbies' house, she sleeps at the side of all the other Teletubbies and sometimes eats Tubby Toast while the others are sleeping. She is voiced by Pui Fan Lee, who can speak Cantonese as well.
Although many are unsure of Po's gender, or think she is male, probably because of her scarlet/red color and tomboyish behaviour, she is explicitly female in several episodes, such as "Dad's Portrait" (Episode 216, first broadcast 1998) and "Numbers: 2" (Episode 30).
Character Names
The antenna shapes of each Teletubby provides clues as to the character's names:
- Triangle: Tinky Winky
- Dipstick: Dipsy
- Loop: Laa-Laa
- "O" shape: Po
Color Skin
Other Characters
Noo-Noo
Noo-Noo (played by Mark Deans) is the Teletubbies' sentient automated blue vacuum cleaner, and then he turns orange. He cleans up after the Teletubbies ("Noo-Noo tidy up!"). It has been shown that Noo-Noo has extraordinarily large storage capacity. He also has the ability to spit out any contents, often things that it should not have consumed in the first place such as the Teletubbies' blankets, foods, or favorite things. Then he is called "Naughty Noo-Noo!"
Noo-Noo does not share the Teletubbies' enthusiasm for big hugs, resulting in Benny Hill style chase scenes around the dome when the Tubbies try to express their thankfulness, during which Noo-Noo does an impression of a Formula 1 car engine in full flight. The Teletubbies always win and give Noo-Noo a 'big-hug'.
Supporting Characters
Although non-sentient, the other machines of the Teletubbies' house known as the Tubbytronic Superdome also play a major role in many episodes.
- The Voice Trumpets are devices resembling periscopes. They are also guardians of the Teletubbies. They live outside in the fields. They sometimes come out of the ground to talk to the Teletubbies. They can play games with the Teletubbies, usually games such as hide-and-seek.
- The Sun Baby (played and voiced by Jess Smith) appears at the beginning and the end of each episode. Her job is to wake up the Teletubbies.
- The Tubby Toaster is very unreliable, and often either leaves a Tubby without their toast or buries them under heaps of toast.
- The dome's central console has a battery of knobs and levers with which a Tubby often chooses to amuse themselves ("Adjustments!"), although the outcome is normally limited to a variety of loud and surprising noises being generated.
- The central console is also home to the Tubby Sponges ("Wash, wash, wash. Wash, wash, wash. Tubby, Tubby, Tubby, Tubby. Wash wash wash").
- Outside the Superdome, the Magic Windmill gives the signal to the Teletubbies that it is time to watch the Earth's children on either one of their TV screens, as well as announcing Magical Events, the Lion and the Bear or Tubby Bye-Bye.
The show also features the Little Lambs, the Dog, the Butterfly, the Pink Spider, the Magic Crown, the Socks, the Vest, the Pants, the Blue Mittens and the Pink Boots and occasionally, the Trees, the Clouds and the Rabbits. The "Birds" are planned to be in the TV series, but only heard off-screen.
Physical Cast
The only physical cast members are John Schwab and Sandra Dickson, who play the Voice Trumpets, Penelope Keith, who plays the Bear with Brown, Fuzzy Hair, Eric Sykes, who plays the Scary Lion with Big, Scary Teeth and Jess Smith who plays the Baby Sun, who is believed to have been around seven months old at the time of filming. [9] Her giggle was included in the single Teletubbies Say Eh-Oh!. Although not credited, this makes her technically the youngest person ever whose vocal appeared on a number one song.
The Teletubbies' instrumentsEach of the Teletubbies plays a number of instruments.
- Tinky Winky: saxophone, flute, bassoon, clarinet, piccolo, oboe, recorder, English horn, and contrabassoon
- Dipsy: French horn, trombone, tuba, cornet, sousaphone, and euphonium
- Laa-Laa: xylophone, triangle, bass drum, snare drum, cymbals, timpani, castanets, maracas, tambourine, and glockenspiel
- Po: trumpet, violin, viola, cello, double bass, guitar, banjo, and mandolin
Tinky Winky
Tinky Winky started a still talked-about controversy in 1999 due to his carrying a bag that looks like a woman's handbag.
He was first called gay by the academic and cultural critic Andy Medhurst in a letter of July 1997 to The Face, and gained the interest of Jerry Falwell in 1997 when Fallwell said that the character was a "gay role model." Falwell wrote about it in his National Liberty Journal. He said that in the Washington Post "In/Out" column someone had written that lesbian comedian Ellen DeGeneres was "out", or uncloseted, as the main gay model, while the Tinky Winky was "in", or closeted. Falwell said it was because of the Teletubby's purple color, the "purse" (British for Handbag), and the triangle antenna which all represented homosexuality. Also, Tinky Winky dances in a tu-tu, which supporters of the theory may take as evidence.
This caused many Christians to boycott Teletubbies because it made them think that Teletubbies support homosexuality. A February 1999 article in the National Liberty Journal, published by evangelical pastor Jerry Falwell, warned parents that Tinky Winky could be a hidden homosexual symbol, because "he is purple, the gay pride colour, and his antenna is shaped like a triangle, the gay pride symbol". [10] A spokesman for The itsy bitsy Entertainment Company, who licenses the characters in the United States, said that it was just a magic bag. "The fact that he carries a magic bag doesn't make him a homosexual. It's a children's show, folks. To think we would be putting sexual innuendo in a children's show is kind of outlandish", he added.
In an unrelated incident reported in 2000, a girl's Tinky Winky toy reportedly said "I got a gun". Kenn Viselman, then chairman of The itsy bitsy Entertainment Company, said the toy was actually saying "Again, again!", a catchphrase from the show. [11]
Po
A girl's talking Po doll was thought to be saying "faggot, faggot" as well as "fatty, fatty". Supporters of the interpretation of Tinky Winky as gay pride symbol might take this as evidence as well. The toy was recalled and it was revealed to have said "fidit, fidit," inspired by the Cantonese for "faster, faster." [12]
The Lion and The Bear
In the episode "See-Saw" from (season 1) The Lion and The Bear came to Teletubbyland. The Lion is voiced by Eric Sykes and The Bear voiced by Penelope Keith. In the orginal Lion and Bear many kids was so scary by The Lion and The Bear and their parents was so angry they call BBC and told them The Lion and The Bear was so scary. In the next season they will do The Lion and The Bear again but this time with more carefull Music and more happier voice.
SponsorsIn the United States of America, the show is sponsored for broadcast on television; this is a list of the companies who have sponsored the show.
- Nickelodeon Home Entertainment (1998-2008)
- Boohbah
- List of Teletubbies episodes
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Alton Towers announces return of popular half term family event
KIDS wanting to live out their dream of becoming a pirate can head to a new themed event launching this half term.
Alton Towers has confirmed that its Pirate Takeover is returning to the park next month.
Alton Towers has confirmed that its Pirate Takeover is returning to the park next month Credit: Alton Towers
Running from February 10 to February 25, there will be new performances, shows and activities Credit: Alton Towers
Running from February 10 to February 25, new events include the ‘Battle Galleons Seadog Starkey’s Sailing School’ and ‘A Treasure Chest of Entertainment & Shows’.
Little ones will board a galleon, set sail over the high seas, and have to battle the pirates eager to capture the same treasure they seek.
Meanwhile, Captain Black’s crew will wander the park, recruiting members to join their mission.
The new event will also see never-before-seen shows and performances.
On top of the new additions, the ‘Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE’ and ‘Pieces of Eight Treasure Hunt’ will also make a comeback.
Sharkbait Reef is an interactive adventure that will take you across unchartered waters to learn survival skills, while the treasure hunt can be found across the Pirate port of Mutiny Bay.
If that isn’t enough, families will have unlimited access to more than 40 rides and attractions at the park.
Younger kids will also love CBeebies Land, where they can meet their favourite characters like Peter Rabbit and the Teletubbies.
With curiosity and a sense of adventure, they climb the beanstalk and find themselves in a land high above the clouds, where they encounter friendly giants and flying creatures. Together, they overcome challenges and learn valuable lessons about friendship and bravery. The creators of the show have also incorporated new magical characters into the Teletubby world. Kids will be introduced to a mischievous but lovable fairy who grants wishes to the Teletubbies. Each wish leads to a memorable adventure and teaches important moral lessons such as sharing, kindness, and perseverance. Throughout the season, the magic of the Teletubbies' world continues to unfold in delightful and whimsical ways. From finding hidden treasure to meeting talking animals, the Teletubbies' new magical events will capture the imaginations of young viewers and spark their curiosity. Parents can rest assured knowing that the Teletubbies' new magical adventures promote positive values and reinforce important lessons for young children. From the vibrant colors and captivating visuals to the engaging storyline, the show encourages children to explore their imagination and embrace a sense of wonder. As the Teletubbies embark on their new magical events, they continue to bring joy and entertainment to children across the globe. With each episode, kids will eagerly anticipate the next adventure and learn valuable life lessons along the way. The Teletubbies' new magical events are sure to create lasting memories and leave a magical impression on all who watch..
Reviews for "Join Teletubbies in Their Latest Magical Events"
1. John - 1 star - I watched Teletubbies new magical events with my kids and I have to say, it was absolutely terrible. The plot was non-existent, the characters were annoying, and the acting was subpar. I found myself cringing throughout the entire show. I don't understand how this can be considered entertainment for young children. Save your time and skip this one.
2. Sarah - 2 stars - I'm not a fan of the new Teletubbies new magical events. The animation looked cheap and the storylines were lackluster. I grew up watching the original Teletubbies and was expecting something similar, but this just didn't live up to my expectations. It was boring and felt like a cash grab. I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this.
3. Mark - 2 stars - As a parent, I found Teletubbies new magical events to be quite disappointing. The show lacks the charm and educational value of the original Teletubbies. The episodes felt repetitive and the constant use of loud noises and bright colors was overwhelming. I expected more from a show targeted towards young children. I won't be letting my kids watch this again.
4. Emily - 1 star - Teletubbies new magical events was a complete letdown. The content was mindless and lacked any meaningful lessons for children. The characters were annoying and the CGI animation felt cheap. It's unfortunate that this is what children's television has come to. I would urge parents to find better options for their kids' entertainment.
Teletubbies' New Magical Events: Fun and Excitement for the Whole Family
- 2.1 The Teletubbies