Blue Rainbow facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Blue Rainbow |
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| Genre | Children's |
| Created by | Lutia Lauzon |
| Written by | John Turner, Michael Kennard |
| Starring | Lutia Lauzon Michael Kennard John Turner |
| Theme music composer | Lutia Lauzon |
| Opening theme | Lutia Lauzon |
| Ending theme | Lutia Lauzon |
| Composer(s) | Lutia Lauzon |
| Country of origin | Canada |
| Original language(s) | English |
| Production | |
| Producer(s) | Lutia Lauzon Ross Janes |
| Production location(s) | Kingston Peninsula, New Brunswick |
| Editor(s) | Peter Bauer |
| Camera setup | Gregg Janes Joe MacDonald |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Production company(s) | Just Peachy Productions Ltd. |
| Release | |
| Original network | CBC, Global |
| First shown in | 1984 |
| Original release | 1984 – 2000 |
Blue Rainbow was a popular Canadian Children's television series that aired for many years. It was created and hosted by Lutia Lausane, known as Lil on the show. Lil always wore a pink dress and shared wonderful stories while playing her harp. The show also featured two funny clowns, Dirk and Drock, played by Michael Kennard and John Turner, for its first three seasons. It was a show designed to entertain and educate young viewers.
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About Blue Rainbow
Blue Rainbow was a children's TV show from Canada. It first aired in 1984 and continued until 2000. The show was known for its gentle storytelling and musical elements. It aimed to spark imagination in young audiences.
Who Created Blue Rainbow?
The show was created by Lutia Lauzon. She also hosted the show as the character Lil. Lil was a kind and friendly character. She would often tell stories and play beautiful music. Her harp playing was a special part of each episode.
Meet the Characters
- Lil: Played by Lutia Lauzon, Lil was the main host. She wore a pink dress and shared stories. Her harp music was a big part of the show.
- Dirk and Drock: These two clowns were played by Michael Kennard and John Turner. They brought humor and fun to the show. They appeared in the first three seasons.
Where Was It Filmed?
The show was filmed in a beautiful place. The main location was the Kingston Peninsula in New Brunswick, Canada. This natural setting added to the show's calm and friendly feel.
Behind the Scenes
Many talented people worked on Blue Rainbow. Lutia Lauzon was not only the creator and host. She also wrote the theme music. She was a producer and composer for the show too.
The Production Team
- Producers: Lutia Lauzon and Ross Janes helped make the show happen.
- Writers: John Turner and Michael Kennard wrote for the show. They also played the clowns.
- Editor: Peter Bauer was in charge of editing the episodes.
- Camera: Gregg Janes and Joe MacDonald filmed the show.
How Long Were Episodes?
Each episode of Blue Rainbow was about 30 minutes long. This was a good length for children's attention spans. The show was produced by Just Peachy Productions Ltd.
Where Could You Watch It?
Blue Rainbow was shown on major Canadian TV channels. You could watch it on CBC Television and the Global Television Network. It was a popular show for many years. It ran for a long time, from 1984 to 2000.
