New Zoo Revue


New Zoo Revue is an American half-hour children's television show that ran in first-run syndication from 1972 to 1977.

Concept

The 196-episode musical comedy-format show conveyed the concepts of cooperation and guidance for living in contemporary society. Each episode dealt with a topic such as moving away, courtesy, bragging, or patience.
Though hosted by humans Doug and Emmy Jo, the show featured costumed full-bodied puppet characters, primarily Freddie the Frog, Henrietta Hippo, and Charlie the Owl. Momary composed over 600 songs for the series.
The show received awards and recommendations from the National Education Association and the National School Board Association.
New Zoo Revue was acquired from O Atlas Entertainment and the show's original co-creator, Barbara Atlas; the property is now owned by Frank A. O'Donnell, who is based in Las Vegas. The library continues to be licensed and broadcast by various networks across the US. Episodes can be viewed, and merchandise and DVDs of the original episodes can be purchased on the Internet.

Characters

Doug a human who is friends with Freddie, Charlie, and Henrietta.Emmy Jo Doug's helper.Freddie the Frog a fun-loving frog who is a bit naïve. While the same size as the other adult-sized characters, Freddie is characterized as a school-aged child.Charlie the Owl a serious, know-it-all owl who lives in a tall tree equipped with an elevator. Working as a scientist and an inventor, Charlie is known to give out "One-Bell Prizes" on occasion.Henrietta Hippo a tutu-wearing, genteel hippopotamus with a Southern Belle personality who is a bit shy.Mr. Dingle a friendly elderly postman who is also a shopkeeper and a Jack-of-All-Trades.Mrs. Goodbody a nosy neighbor who occasionally visits. She served as an advice columnist for The All-New Zoo Gazette.

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