The Fairies (TV series) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Fairies(Vintage) (1998-2001) |
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| Genre | Children's, live-action |
| Created by | Jenifer Watts |
| Written by | Jenifer Watts |
| Directed by | David Hancock |
| Starring | Lindy Allen (2000) Stuart Boag (1998) Rhys Bobridge (2000) Wally Carr Joni Combe Adam Goodburn (2001) PJ Oaten (2001) Jenifer Watts (1998) |
| Theme music composer | Sue Scott |
| Opening theme | The Fairies performed by Jenifer Watts (1998) Hello from the Fairies performed by Jenifer Watts & Joni Combe (2000) |
| Ending theme | Now We Have To Go |
| Composer(s) | Sue Scott Jenifer Watts |
| Country of origin | Australia |
| Original language(s) | English |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) | Jenifer Watts (showrunner) |
| Producer(s) | David Hancock |
| Production location(s) | Adelaide, South Australia |
| Running time | 60 minutes |
| Production company(s) | South Australian Film Corporation |
| Release | |
| Original network | PolyGram Filmed Entertainment Australia (1998) ABC for Kids (2000-2004) |
| Picture format | 576i (SDTV) |
| Audio format | Stereo |
| Original release | 1998 – 2004 |
The Fairies is an Australian live-action children's television series created by Jenifer Watts. The show is all about two friendly fairies: Harmony and Rainbow Rhapsody. In the later TV series (2005-2009), Rainbow Rhapsody was known simply as Rhapsody.
Harmony and Rhapsody have many fun friends! These include Elf, who is the Fairy Cake Maker, Barnaby the Bizzy Buzzy Bee, and Wizzy the Wizard. Every episode of the TV series was filled with catchy songs and exciting dance routines.
The show first started as a series of direct-to-video films. These were released by PolyGram Filmed Entertainment Australia in 1998. Some of the first videos were The Fairies and A Fairy Merry Christmas. Later, the videos were released by Carlton Home Entertainment UK and ABC Video. It then became a popular TV series that aired from 2005 to 2009. ABC for Kids also released many DVDs of the show. You could find lots of merchandise (like toys!) in Australia and America. The characters even went on live tours!
Contents
Meet the Characters
Get to know the magical friends from The Fairies!
Main Characters
- Harmony: She is one of the main fairies. Jenifer Watts played her in 1998. Lindy Allen took on the role in 2000 as the Golden Fairy. Later, Candice Moll played her from 2005 to 2009 as the Purple Fairy.
- Rhapsody: The other main fairy. Joni Combe (daughter of singer Peter Combe) played her from 1998 to 2001 as Rainbow Rhapsody. From 2005 to 2009, Ruth Natalie Fallon played her as just Rhapsody (the Pink Fairy).
- Barnaby the Bizzy Buzzy Bee: This busy bee was played by Wally Carr (1998-2000) and then PJ Oaten (2001-2012).
- Elf the Fairy Cake Maker: Elf loves making treats! Stuart Boag played him in 1998, and Rhys Bobridge played him from 2000 to 2007.
- Wizzy the Wizard: The magical wizard was played by Adam Goodburn from 2001 to 2009.
- Fairy Princess Minuet the Dancing Fairy: Peppa Blackburn played this dancing fairy from 2009 to 2012.
Other Fun Characters
- Tilly the Tooth Fairy: Selina Vistoli played this special fairy in 1998.
- Santa Claus: John Skidmore played Santa in the 1998 Christmas special.
- Phoebe the Farmyard Fairy: Susan Kirk played Phoebe in 2000.
- Bubbles the Beach Fairy: Alice Darling played Bubbles in 2007.
- Cordeline the Clever Pixie: Monique Anderson played this clever pixie in 2009.
- Rainbow the Birthday Fairy: Zoe Komazec played Rainbow in 2009.
Child Characters
Many children also appeared in the show!
- Fairy & Elf Tots: These little ones included April Hancock, Lewis Rankin, and Abigail 'Abbie' Watts.
- Molly the Gumtree Tot: Alana Grimaldi played Molly in 2000.
- Arabella the Top of the Garden Child: Benita Grimaldi played Arabella from 1998-2000, and Sasha Champion played her in 2005.
- Hattie the Farm Child/Twin: Emily Rocco played Hattie in 2000.
- Baby Harmony: Lucinda 'Lucy' Watts played a baby version of Harmony in 2005.
- Emma the Top of the Garden Child: Abigail 'Abbie' Watts played Emma from 2005-2007.
Home Video Releases
You could watch The Fairies at home on video tapes and DVDs!
Original Videos
- The Fairies (1998)
- A Fairy Merry Christmas (1998)
- Farmyard Magic (2000)
DVD Movies
- The Fairies & The Fairies Farmyard Magic (2004)
- Fairy Magic (2005)
- Fairy Dancing (2005)
- Fairy Beach (2007)
- Nursery Rhymes (2009)
- Christmas Ballet: Stage Show (2012)
DVD Episode Collections
These DVDs collected several episodes from the TV series.
- The Fairy Ring (2005)
- The Fairyland Band (2005)
- Fairyland Songs: Volume 1 (2005)
- The Top of the Garden: 5 episodes from Series 2 (2007)
- Barnaby Takes The Lead: 5 episodes from the TV Series (2007)
- Wizzy's Wonky Magic (2007)
- Fun To Learn: With Harmony, Rhapsody and their Fairyland friends! (2009)
- Fairytales (2009)
- Learn to Dance: With Fairy Princess Minuet and The Fairies (2009)
- The Best of The Fairies: Volume 1 (2010)
Music Albums
The Fairies released many music albums with songs from the show.
- The Fairies (2000)
- A Fairy Merry Christmas (2000)
- Farmyard Magic (2000)
- A Magical Fairy Party (2001)
- Fairy Magic (2006)
- Fairy Dancing (2006)
- Fairy Beach (2007)
- Best Party Songs (2007)
- Nursery Rhymes (2009)
- Princess Perfect (2009)
- Lullabies (2009)
- Christmas Carols in Fairyland (2009)
- Favourites (2010/2013)
- Christmas Ballet: Stage Show (2012)
Digital Releases
You could also find The Fairies music and movies on digital platforms like iTunes.
Digital Albums
- Fairy Magic (2016)
- Fairy Dancing (2016)
- Lullabies (2016)
- Fairy Fun, Fun, Fun! (2016)
- Fairy Beach (2016)
- Fairy Besties (2016)
- Princess Perfect (2016)
- Party Songs (2016)
- Nursery Rhymes (2016)
- Fairy Merry Christmas (2016)
- Vintage Fairies (2017)
- Vintage Farmyard (2017)
Digital Movies
- Fairy Hello! (1998)
- Fairy Merry Christmas (1998)
- Fairy Magic (2005)
- Fairy Dancing (2005)
- Fairy Beach (2007)
- Nursery Rhymes (2009)
- Christmas Carols (2009)
Awards and Nominations
The Fairies was recognized for its great music and live shows!
ARIA Music Awards
The ARIA Music Awards are big music awards in Australia. The Fairies was nominated several times for the Best Children's Album award.
| Year | Nominated Work | Award | Result | Lost to |
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| 2006 | Fairy Magic | Best Children's Album | Nominated | The Wiggles - Racing to the Rainbow |
| 2007 | Fairy Beach | Nominated | The Wiggles - Pop Go the Wiggles! | |
| 2008 | Fairy Fun, Fun, Fun | Nominated | The Wiggles - You Make Me Feel Like Dancing | |
| 2009 | Princess Perfect | Nominated | The Wiggles - Go Bananas! |
Helpmann Awards
The Helpmann Awards celebrate live performances in Australia. The Fairies was nominated for its live show.
| Year | Nominated Work | Award | Result | Lost to |
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| 2007 | The Fairies Live on Stage | Best Presentation for Children | Nominated | Jackie French's Hitler's Daughter |
