Noddy (character) - Wikipedia, Photos and Videos Noddy (character) NEXT GO TO RESULTS [51 .. 100] WIKIPEDIA ARTICLE Jump to: navigation , search Noddy is a fictional character created by English children's author Enid Blyton , originally published between 1949 and 1963. Television shows based on the character have run on British television since 1955 and continue to appear to this day. Contents Noddy[ edit ] Noddy is a little wooden puppet, which is a boy, who lives in his own little House-for-One in Toyland . The first book explains Noddy's origins. He was made by a woodcarver in a toy store but ran away after the man began to make a wooden lion, which scared Noddy. As he wanders through the woods, with no clothes, money or home, he meets Big Ears , a friendly brownie . Big Ears decides that Noddy is a toy and takes him to live in Toyland. He generously provides Noddy with a set of clothing and a house.

While Noddy is quite happy to be a toy, the citizens of Toyland are not sure that he actually is one. They put Noddy on trial and examine whether he is a toy or an ornament. Eventually, Noddy is declared a toy, but still has to convince the court that he is a good toy. The judge accepts that Noddy is good after a doll tells the court that he saved her little girl from a lion, and he is allowed to stay in Toyland. Noddy gets his car in the second book. It is given to him after he helps solve a local mystery. As a self-employed taxi driver, Noddy loves driving his friends around Toyland in his little red and yellow taxi . The other toys can hear him coming by the distinctive "Parp, Parp" sound of his taxi's horn and the jingle of the bell on his blue hat. Often he uses his car to visit all of the places in Toyland. When his taxi business is not doing so well, or when he needs help, Noddy turns to Big Ears. Big Ears will often lend him what he needs.

On occasion, Noddy will allow people to make his head nod, in exchange for small items, like his morning milk. Noddy's constant companion and household pet is the exuberant "Bumpy Dog". Bumpy accompanies Noddy on almost all his adventures. Noddy is kind and honest, but he often gets in trouble, either through his own misunderstandings, or because someone (usually the naughty goblins Sly and Gobbo) has played a trick on him. He is very childlike in his understanding of the world and often becomes confused as a result. For example, in the first Noddy book, Noddy and Big Ears are building Noddy's house for one. Noddy suggests that they build the roof first, in case it rains. With no understanding of gravity or of the need for roof supports, this is perfectly logical to him. As the series continues, Noddy becomes wiser but without losing his charm and lovable naivety. Noddy's best friends are Big Ears, Tessie Bear, Bumpy Dog and the Tubby Bears. Tessie is a gentle hearted, gold bear who often wears a bonnet with flowers and a skirt.

She is very kind and very loving towards all of her friends and neighbours. Bumpy Dog is Tessie's pet. He loves to run up and "bump" people over. Noddy frequently gets annoyed with Bumpy but still likes him. Whenever Noddy threatens Bumpy, Tessie gets upset, and sometimes even begins to cry. The Tubby Bears live next door to Noddy. They are gold and chubby teddy bears. Mr. and Mrs. Tubby Bear frequently help Noddy. It is clear that Mr. and Mrs. Tubby Bear are the superiors of Noddy, as if he were a child. Their first names are never mentioned and Noddy always refers to them as Mr. and Mrs. They have one son, also named Tubby, who is occasionally referred to as Master Tubby. Tubby is naughty and is usually in trouble for breaking rules, being rude, or doing something wrong. Noddy often attempts to scold or punish Tubby, with little result. On one occasion, Tubby gets tired of always being bossed around and being punished and decides to run away to sea. Noddy and Bumpy accidentally join with him.

By the end of the journey, Tubby misses his parents and brings them back presents from his trip, as an apology. Noddy has many run-ins with Mr Plod the local policeman. Some are caused by Noddy's lack of understanding of how Toyland works. Other times it is because of a case of mistaken identity. Mr. Plod is generally long-suffering towards Noddy and Noddy likes Mr. Plod and frequently goes out of his way to help him. Mr. Plod often catches the mischief makers on his police bicycle, by blowing his whistle and shouting "Halt, in the name of Plod!!" before locking the culprits up in his jail. Characters[ edit ] Big-Ears , a wise, bearded brownie who lives in a toadstool house outside of ToyLand and is Noddy's best friend. He finds Noddy and brings him to Toyland at the start of the first book. Mr. Plod (sometimes called PC Plod), is the Toyland policeman. He is a good friend of Noddy and thinks Toytown can't live without him.

(He has not been featured in the franchise since 2009) Bumpy Dog, in the original books, lives with Tessie Bear, but accompanies Noddy on many adventures. Noddy first met the Bumpy Dog in Toytown because he was injured and Noddy used his scarf to help him. Noddy felt he was unable to have Bumpy Dog live with him, so Tessie Bear offered to keep him. Mr. Wobbly Man, a funny little man who cannot lie down . He has a round base which he wobbles about on. He rocks back and forth to get around. (He has not been featured in the franchise since 2009). Master Tubby Bear, Mr and Mrs Tubby Bear's son , and is sometimes called Bruiny. He was naughty in the books and older television series, but he was better behaved in Make Way for Noddy . (He has not been featured in the franchise since 2002) Mr. Tubby Bear, Noddy's next door neighbour. First name unknown. (He has not been featured in the franchise since 1999) Mrs.

Tubby Bear, Noddy's next door neighbour, it is clear that she, like Mr Tubby Bear, are the superiors of Noddy, as if they are adults and he is a child, mainly because Noddy always refers to them as "Mr and Mrs Tubby Bear". First name unknown. (She has not been featured in the franchise since 1999). Teddy Tubby Bear, Mr Tubby Bear's brother, Mrs Tubby Bear's brother-in-law and Master Tubby Bear's uncle, who appeared in the third book, Noddy and His Car. Clockwork Mouse, a toy mouse who often requires winding up. Dinah Doll, a china doll who sells all kinds of everything in the market. A later addition, not in the original books. (She has not been featured in the franchise since 2009) Tessie Bear, A clever and kind female teddy bear and a great friend of Noddy. (She has not been featured in the franchise since 2009) Mr. Sparks, Toyland's handyman , who can mend anything. His favourite catchphrase is "A Challenge?

I Like it!" (He has not been featured in the franchise since 2002) Mr. Golly, in the books is the owner of the Toyland garage. He was replaced by Mr. Sparks in the TV series in the early 1990s . Miss Harriet the Pink Cat (aka Miss Pink Cat), a cat who sells ice cream. She is portrayed as a fussy and neat cat with a French accent and no patience for foolishness, even her own. (She has not been featured in the franchise since 2002) Mr. Jumbo, an elephant friendly with Clockwork Mouse. (He has not been featured in the franchise since 2009) The Skittles, a family consisting of Sally Skittle and her many children of various sizes. The Skittles are red and yellow in colour with black hands. The skittles love being knocked down. They frequently run out in front of Noddy's car so he will hit them and knock them over. (They have not been featured in the franchise since 2009) Twinkly, a star who appeared in the episode "Catch a Falling Star".

Little-Ears, Big-Ears' brother who looks just like Big-Ears, but his ears are much smaller. He lives in a very tidy toadstool. Bunkey, a thoroughly mischievous character, who purports to be half bunny and half monkey. He is later exposed as a fraudulent monkey who escaped from a travelling circus. Sly and Gobbo, mischievous goblins . They usually steal things such as ice cream, coins or Noddy's car. They do not appear - or at least not nearly as much - in Enid Blyton's original books. (They have not been featured in the franchise since 2009) Clockwork Clown, a toy clown who makes funny tricks. He stands only using his hands not his feet because he has "fused" feet like those of a sea lion . (He has not been featured in the franchise since 2002) Martha Monkey, a mischievous tomboy who replaced naughty schoolboy Gilbert Golly. (She has not been featured in the franchise since 2009) Miss Prim, the school mistress who replaced the slipper-wielding Miss Rap. Mr.

Milko, the local milkman (He has not been featured in the franchise since 1999) Mr. Train Driver, is the train driver who drives the Toyland Express train. (He has not been featured in the franchise since 2002). Sneaky and Stealthy, Sly and Gobbo's cousins , who appear in later versions of the television show. The original Noddy stories featured golliwogs – black-faced woollen dolls. These dolls were popular in the UK at the time the stories were written, but were later seen as racial stereotypes and retired. [1] They were replaced by a variety of other characters from 1989 onwards. Some long-time fans have decried the changes as part of " political correctness ". No. of books 24 Early Noddy books have become collectibles , along with other Blytons. The total number is hard to count: the Noddy Library (Sampson Low) of two dozen titles, which became the New Noddy Library when revised, was just part of a big production in the 1950s, with Big Noddy Books of larger format, and strip books.

There were numerous spin-offs, also. Widely differing estimates can be found. Sales of Noddy books are large, with an estimated 600,000 annual sales in France alone, and growing popularity in India, a large market for Blyton books. The Noddy character was formerly owned by Chorion , who sold the rights on to DreamWorks Classics (a part of DreamWorks Animation which now a subsidiary of NBCUniversal ) in 2012. Noddy Goes to School (1952) Noddy at the Seaside (1953) Noddy Gets into Trouble (1954) Noddy and the Magic Rubber (1954) You Funny Little Noddy (1955) Noddy Meets Father Christmas (1955) Noddy and Tessie Bear (1956) Be Brave, Little Noddy!

(1956) Noddy and the Bumpy-Dog (1957) Do Look Out, Noddy (1957) You're a Good Friend, Noddy (1958) Noddy Has an Adventure (1958) Noddy Goes to Sea (1959) Noddy and the Bunkey (1959) Cheer Up, Little Noddy! (1960) Noddy Goes to the Fair (1960) Mr. Plod and Little Noddy (1961) Noddy and the Tootles (1962) Noddy and the Aeroplane (1963) On 17 November 2008, it was announced that Enid Blyton's granddaughter, Sophie Smallwood, was to write a new Noddy book to celebrate the character's 60th birthday.

Noddy and the Farmyard Muddle (2009) was illustrated by Robert Tyndall, who has drawn the characters in the Noddy books since 1953, [2] ever since the death of the original illustrator, Harmsen van der Beek . Television productions and incarnations[ edit ] Noddy and Mr Plod in Noddy's car, as depicted in the 2000s (decade) TV production. In the 1990s and early 2000s TV series, as well as a new series of books, Noddy has been updated, with the original Golliwog characters replaced by other sorts of toys. For example, Mr. Golly who ran the Toyland garage was replaced by Mr. Sparks who in the new 2004 version of the series appears to be Scottish, and Dinah Doll, described as "a black, assertive minority female", was added to the franchise by the BBC during the 1992–1999 series .

Adaptations[ edit ] Programme of Noddy in Toyland at the Stoll Theatre, London Noddy first appeared on stage at the 2660-seat Stoll Theatre in Kingsway , London, in 1954. The very large cast were all children or teenagers, mostly from the Italia Conti acting school . There was a full theatre orchestra. The finale was a scene at the "Faraway Tree", with many of the children dressed as fairies, flying on wires. It ran for several years, but the Stoll was knocked down and replaced by an office block in the late 1950s. [3] The Peacock Theatre was built in the basement of the new building, but Noddy did not return. It is doubtful if the 1954 show would make a comeback due to the high budget and new laws concerning child labour. In addition, some of the content in the show would be considered offensive by modern standards,[ citation needed ] such as the Golliwogs mugging the townspeople and Mr Plod hitting troublemakers with his truncheon at regular intervals (with sound effects from the pit).

In 1993, a stage production of Noddy opened at Wimbledon Theatre , followed by a long UK national tour, including a Christmas season in London at the Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith , and was released on VHS Video in 1994. The production was presented by Clarion Productions. The production was written and directed by David Wood with scene and costume designs by Susie Calcutt. The original cast included Eric Potts as Big Ears and Karen Briffett as Noddy. The show was very well received among critics, audiences and even Enid Blyton 's daughter Gillian Baverstock . David Wood adapted a successful sequel to the play entitled "Noddy and the Tootle" which opened at the Wimbledon Theatre and endured on a long UK National Tour in 1995–1996. Karen Briffett reprised her role as Noddy and Big Ears was played by Jonathan Broxholme . This production was too presented by Clarion Productions. The characters returned between September 2003 and January 2004 for a computer-animated series, which was eventually named Make Way for Noddy .

This was created by Chorion , on Five , and the episodes were filmed from 2001 to 2004 externally. It originally aired in 12-minute segments as part of the Milkshake! programme on Britain's Channel 5 . In the autumn of 2004, a set of 100 new two-minute TV interstitials were created by Chorion. These interstitials, entitled Say it With Noddy, feature Noddy learning words in a variety of foreign languages. They also introduced Noddy's new friend Whizz from Robot Village, who presses a button on his chest to play recordings of native speakers saying the new foreign words Noddy was to learn. A CG animated series, called Noddy In Toyland, was made in 2009 by Chorion , produced by Brown Bag Films in Ireland. The series features much more detailed faces for Big Ears and Mr. Plod, a new wardrobe for Tessie Bear, and incorporates Whizz as a full-time character. Sly and Gobbo's cousins, Sneaky and Stealth, are introduced and usually work alongside them. The full series is available digitally on iTunes .

A CG animated series, named Noddy, Toyland Detective was produced by French producer/distributor Gaumont Animation , in association with DreamWorks Animation Television , and in partnership with France Télévisions . It premiered on Channel Five 's preschool block Milkshake! on April 18, 2016. [4] [5] Other media[ edit ] There was a spoof page of "Noddy-ana" in Hot Rod magazine (U.K.), in about 1976–78; Noddy had a hot rod, and Big Ears smoked, and was very disrespectful to Mr. Plod. In the book Seven Deadly Wonders by Matthew Reilly , a character is nicknamed Noddy, while his best friend's nickname is Big Ears. IDW 's The Transformers introduced the character of "Tappet" a robot who is based on Noddy visually and clearly transforms into Noddy's classic car. The puppet of Big Ears from the 1955–1963 Noddy television series appeared as a member of the "Puppet Government" in The Goodies episode " The Goodies Rule – O.K.? ".

In Alan Moore's series The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen , Toyland is a real nation located in the Arctic Circle . The King and Queen of Toyland are Frankenstein 's Monster and Olympia from The Tales of Hoffmann . Noddy, Big Ears and PC Plod are referred to in the Two Ronnies crossword sketch where Ronnie Corbett thinks their names are "Roddy, Big Ears, and PC Plop!" Derivative uses[ edit ] Noddy being associated with small children's reading has led to "Noddy" being sometimes used as an adjective meaning "petty or trivial" (compare with " Mickey Mouse "), for example, in computer programming : "This simultaneous linear equation subroutine crashes out on the Noddy case when n = 1, but otherwise it works." or "Remember to check all the Noddy cases." See also[ edit ] Toytown was a BBC radio series for children, broadcast for Children's Hour on the Home Service from 1929. It featured Larry The Lamb as its chief character. [6] References[ edit ] ^ Pilgrim, David. "The Golliwog Caricature" . The Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia.

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He was carved by a woodsman but ran away after the man began to make a wooden lion, which Noddy was scared of. As he wanders through the woods, with no clothes, money or home, he meets Big Ears, a friendly brownie . Big Ears decides that Noddy is a toy and takes him to live in Toyland. He generously provides Noddy with a set of clothing and buys a build-it-yourself house for him. While Noddy is quite happy to be a toy, the citizens of Toyland are not sure that he is actually one. They put Noddy on trial and examine whether he is a toy or an ornament. Eventually, Noddy is declared a toy, but still has to convince the court that he is a good toy. The judge accepts that Noddy is good after a doll tells the court that he saved her little girl from a lion; and he is allowed to stay in Toyland. Noddy gets his car within a few books. It is given to him after he helps solve a local mystery. Noddy loves driving his friends around Toytown in his little red and yellow taxi .

The other toys can hear him coming by the distinctive "Parp, Parp" sound of his taxi's horn and the jingle of the bell on his blue hat. Often he uses his car to visit all of the places in Toytown. When his taxi business is not doing so well, or when he needs help, Noddy turns to Big Ears. Big Ears will often lend him what he needs. On occasion, Noddy will allow people to make his head nod, in exchange for small items, like his morning milk. Noddy's constant companion and household pet is the exuberant 'Bumpy Dog'. Bumpy accompanies Noddy on almost all his adventures. Noddy is kind and honest, but he often gets in trouble, either through his own misunderstandings, or because someone (usually the naughty goblins Sly and Gobbo) has played a trick on him. He is very childlike in his understanding of the world and often becomes confused as a result. For example, in the first Noddy book, Noddy and Big Ears are building Noddy's house for one. Noddy suggests that they build the roof first, in case it rains.

With no understanding of gravity or of the need for roof supports, this is perfectly logical to him. As the series continues, Noddy becomes wiser but without losing his charm and lovable naivety. Noddy's best friends are Big Ears, Tessie Bear, Bumpy Dog and the Tubby Bears. Tessie is a gentle hearted, gold bear who often wears a bonnet with flowers and a skirt. She is very kind and very loving towards all of her friends and neighbors. Bumpy Dog is Tessie's pet. He loves to run up and 'bump' people over. Noddy frequently gets annoyed with Bumpy but still likes him. Whenever Noddy threatens Bumpy, Tessie gets upset, and sometimes even begins to cry. The Tubby Bears live next door to Noddy. They are gold and chubby teddy bears. Mr. and Mrs. Tubby Bear frequently help Noddy. It is clear that Mr. and Mrs. Tubby Bear are the superiors of Noddy, as if he were a child. Their first names are never mentioned and Noddy always refers to them as Mr. and Mrs.

They have one son, also named Tubby, who is occasionally referred to as Master Tubby. Tubby is naughty and is usually in trouble for breaking rules, being rude, or doing something wrong. Noddy often attempts to scold or punish Tubby, with little result. On one occasion, Tubby gets tired of always being bossed around and being punished and decides to run away to sea. Noddy and Bumpy accidentally join with him. By the end of the journey, Tubby misses his parents and brings them back presents from his trip, as an apology. Noddy has many run-ins with PC Plod, the local policeman. Some are caused by Noddy's lack of understanding of how Toyland works. Other times it is because of a case of mistaken identity. Mr. Plod is generally long-suffering towards Noddy and Noddy likes Mr. Plod and frequently goes out of his way to help him. Mr. Plod often catches the mischief makers on his police bicycle, by blowing his whistle and shouting "Halt, in the name of Plod!!" before locking the culprits up in his jail.

Characters Big-Ears, a wise, bearded Brownie who lives in a toadstool house outside of Toytown. He is Noddy's best friend. Mr Plod , The Toytown policeman. He is a good friend of Noddy and thinks Toytown can't live without him. Bumpy Dog, Noddy's pet and constant companion. He is highly excitable and will rush at friends and lick them in greeting, but has sensitive feelings if scolded by Noddy. Mr. Wobbly Man, a funny little man who cannot lie down . He has a round base which he wobbles about on. He rocks back and forth to get around. Master Tubby Bear, Mr. and Mrs. Tubby Bear's son Mr Tubby Bear, Noddy's next door neighbour. First name unknown. Mrs Tubby Bear, Noddy's next door neighbour, it is clear that she, like Mr Tubby Bear are the superiors of Noddy, as if they are adults and he is a child, mainly because Noddy always refers to them as " Mr and Mrs Tubby Bear ". First name unknown.

Teddy Tubby Bear, Mr Tubby Bear's brother, Mrs Tubby Bear's brother-in-law and Master Tubby Bear's uncle, who appeared in the third book, Noddy and His Car. Clockwork Mouse, a toy mouse who often requires winding up. Dinah Doll, a china doll who sells all kinds of everything in the market. A later addition, not in the original books. Tessie Bear, A clever and kind teddy bear and a great friend of Noddy. Mr Sparks, Toyland's handyman, who can mend anything. His favourite catchphrase is "A Challenge? I Like it!" Mr Golly, in the books is the owner of the Toyland garage. He was replaced by the politically correct Mr Sparks in the TV series in the early 1980s. Miss Harriet the Pink Cat (aka Miss Pink Cat), a cat who sells ice cream. She is portrayed as a fussy and neat cat with a French accent and no patience for foolishness, even her own. Mr Jumbo, an elephant friendly with Clockwork Mouse. The Skittles, a family consisting of Mrs Skittle and her many children of various sizes.

Skittles are red and yellow in colour with black hands. The skittles are like bowling pins and love to be knocked down. They frequently run out in front of Noddy's car so he will hit them and knock them over. Twinkly, a star who appeared in the episode "Catch A Falling Star". Stinkly, A tramp who has never washed in his life. Little-Ears, Big-Ears' brother who looks just like Big-Ears, but his ears are much smaller. Bunkey, a thoroughly mischievous character, who purports to be half bunny and half monkey . He is later exposed as a fraudulent monkey who escaped from a travelling circus . Sly and Gobbo, are goblins who are very mischievous. They usually steal things such as ice cream, coins or Noddy's car. They often end up in jail after they have completed their evil schemes. The Gollies were the villains in the original book series and were replaced by the more politically correct Sly and Gobbo for the TV series in the early 1980s. Clockwork Clown, a toy clown who makes funny tricks.

He stands only using his hands not his feet because he has 'fused' feet like those of a sea lion . Martha Monkey, a mischievous tomboy who replaced naughty schoolboy Gilbert Golly. Miss Prim, the school teacher who replaced the slipper-wielding Miss Rap. Mr Milko, the local milkman. Mr Train Driver, train driver who drives the Toyland Express train. Sneaky and Stealthy, Sly and Gobbo's cousins, who appear in later versions of the television show. Noddy books Early Noddy books have become collectibles , along with other Blytons. The total number is hard to count: the Noddy Library (Sampson Low) of two dozen titles, which became the New Noddy Library when revised, was just part of a big production in the 1950s , with Big Noddy Books of larger format, and strip books. There were numerous spin-offs, also. Widely-differing estimates can be found. Sales of Noddy books are large, with an estimated 600,000 annual sales in France alone, and growing popularity in India, a large market for Blyton books.

The Noddy character is owned by Chorion . Advertisements Noddy library This is the original Sampson Low series. Volumes 1-7 were illustrated by Van der Beek , who created the main characters. Blyton scholars are still working on the attributions to other artists. Noddy Goes to Toyland (1949) Hurrah for Little Noddy (1950) Noddy and His Car (1951) Here Comes Noddy Again! (1951) Well Done Noddy! (1952) Noddy Goes to School (1952) Noddy at the Seaside (1953) Noddy Gets into Trouble (1954) Noddy and the Magic Rubber (1954) You Funny Little Noddy (1955) Noddy Meets Father Christmas (1955) Noddy and Tessie Bear (1956) Be Brave, Little Noddy!

(1956) Noddy and the Bumpy-Dog (1957) Do Look Out, Noddy (1957) You're a Good Friend, Noddy (1958) Noddy Has an Adventure (1958) Noddy Goes to Sea (1959) Noddy and the Bunkey (1959) Cheer Up, Little Noddy! (1960) Noddy Goes to the Fair (1960) Mr. Plod and Little Noddy (1961) Noddy and the Tootles (1962) Noddy and the Aeroplane (1963) On 17 November 2008, it was announced that Enid Blyton's granddaughter, Sophie Smallwood, is to write a new Noddy book to celebrate the character's 60th birthday. It will be illustrated by Robert Tyndall, who has drawn the characters in the Noddy books since 1953.

[1] Television productions and incarnations Noddy and Mr Plod, as depicted in the 2000s TV production. The Adventures Of Noddy (1955–1963) The Further Adventures Of Noddy (1963–1975) The Classic Adventures Of Noddy (1975–1982) Say It With Noddy (2006) Noddy in Toyland (2009-present) Adaptations The original Noddy stories featured Golliwoggs – black-faced woollen dolls. These dolls were popular in the UK at the time the stories were written, but have fallen out of favour and are now often considered racist . The main villains became two goblins named Sly and Gobbo in 1989. In the two TV series and a new series of books, Noddy has been updated, with the original Golliwog characters replaced by other sorts of toys. For example, Mr. Golly who ran the Toyland garage was replaced by Mr.

Sparks who in the new 2004 version of the series appears to be Scottish, and the addition by the BBC during the 1992–1994 series of Dinah Doll, described as "a black, assertive minority female." Programme of "Noddy in Toyland" at the Stoll Theatre, London Noddy first appeared on stage at the 2660 seat Stoll Theatre in Kingsway , London in 1954. The very large cast were all children or teenagers, mostly from the Italia Conti acting school . There was a full theatre orchestra. The finale was a scene at the “Faraway Tree”, with many of the children dressed as fairies, flying on wires. It is doubtful if this show would be possible now, because of the cost and due to legal restrictions on the working hours of children in shows. Some of the content would be unacceptable by modern standards, with the Golliwogs mugging people and Mr Plod hitting people with his truncheon at regular intervals (with sound effects from the pit). It ran for several years, but the Stoll was knocked down and replaced by an office block in the late1950s.

[2] The Peacock Theatre was built in the basement of the new building, but Noddy did not return. In 1993, a stage production of Noddy opened at Wimbledon Theatre , followed by a long UK National Tour, including a Christmas season in London at the Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith and was released on VHS Video in 1994. The production was presented by Clarion Productions. The production was written and directed by David Wood with Scene & Costume Designs by Susie Calcutt. The original production employed a cast of eight actors, some of them played more than one character. A larger cast is possible. The show was very well received among critics, audiences and even Enid Blyton 's daughter Gillian Baverstock . It returned between September 2003 and January 2004 for a new series, which was eventually named Make Way for Noddy . This was created by Chorion , on Five and the episodes were filmed from 2001–2004 externally. In the autumn of 2004, a set of 100 new 2-minute TV interstitials were created by Chorion.

These interstitials, entitled Say it With Noddy, feature Noddy learning words in a variety of foreign languages. They also introduced Noddy's new friend Whizz from Robot Village, who presses a button on his chest to play recordings of native speakers saying the new foreign words Noddy was to learn. Make Way for Noddy is an animated series for children produced by Chorion of the United Kingdom in conjunction with SD Entertainment in the United States . Based on Enid Blyton 's Noddy character, it originally aired in 12-minute segments as part of the Milkshake! programme on Britain's Five . In Alan Moore's series The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen , Toyland is a real nation located in the Arctic Circle . The King and Queen of Toyland are Frankenstein 's Monster and Olympia from The Tales of Hoffmann .

^ Noddy in Toyland at the Stoll References ^ Noddy in Toyland at the Stoll External links Noddy | CBBC on Choice Wikia | Fandom powered by Wikia CBBC on Choice Wikia Share Noddy's Toyland Adventures is a children's television programme that was broadcast from September 1992 until December 1994 on the [ A2 ],[ [1] ] and [ CBBC ] and again from 2002 on the France 2,PBS and [ [2] ]. It was produced by [3] and was produced and shown in stop-motion animation. The show featured the most-memorable voice-acting talents of character voice-actors and television writers Jimmy Hibbert and Susan Sheridan (both of whom also worked on the UK version of The Little Polar Bear , as well as the later 'also Cosgrove Hall Produced' TV series Animal Shelf ), with every episode of Noddy's Toyland Adventures being written by Julia and Chris Allen respectively during its broadcast run. It follows the adventures of Noddy a little wooden doll who lives in Toyland with his red and yellow taxi often trying to make sixpence or getting himself in trouble.

His best friends Big Ears , Mr Plod and Tessie Bear are always ready to lend a hand, especially when he gets tricked by Gobbo and Sly the wicked Goblins. Whatever the situation the episode mostly ends with Noddy laughing and nodding his head which makes the bell on his hat ring. The show had some airtime in Canada and America as " Noddy " which featured the original segments redubbed with Canadian and American voices with live action segments that aired in between. The show was eventually moved back to the UK in 1999, this time as " Noddy in Toyland " (not to be confused with the 2009 show); it was decided to keep the original British voices, but the live action segments remained. Contents Noddy Big-Ears , a wise, bearded Brownie who lives in a toadstool house outside of Toytown. He is Noddy's best friend and if Noddy has problems, Big Ears is always kind to help his best friend. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert in the UK dub and Benedict Campbell in the US dub. Mr Plod , The Toytown policeman.

He is a good friend of Noddy and thinks Toytown can't live without him. He sometimes blames Noddy for being in trouble and Noddy is always trying to be honest to him. He has a British accent in both the UK and US dubbed versions. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert in the UK dub and Benedict Campbell in the US dub. Bumpy Dog , Noddy's constant companion. He is highly excitable and will rush at friends and lick them in greeting, but has sensitive feelings if scolded by Noddy or anyone else. Mr Wobbly Man , a funny little man who cannot lie down . He has a round base which he wobbles about on. He rocks back and forth to get around. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert . Master Tubby Bear , Mr. and Mrs. Tubby Bear's son whose sometimes naughty and mischievous. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert . Mr Tubby Bear , Noddy's next door neighbour. First name unknown. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert .

Mrs Tubby Bear , Noddy's next door neighbour, it is clear that she, like Mr Tubby Bear are the superiors of Noddy, as if they are adults and he is a child, mainly because Noddy always refers to them as "Mr and Mrs Tubby Bear". First name unknown. She was voiced by Susan Sheridan . Clockwork Mouse , a toy mouse who often requires winding up. He's always taken things that don't belong to him. He also often gets into scrapes as a result of Noddy's misadventures, although the two are generally good friends. He was voiced by Susan Sheridan . Dinah Doll , a china doll who sells all kinds of everything in the market. She is a good friend to Noddy, and the two are always ready to help each other out. She was voiced by Susan Sheridan . Tessie Bear , A clever and kind teddy bear and a great friend of Noddy. If Noddy gets the blame, she'll think of a plan to prove it really wasn't Noddy who was playing tricks or stealing. She was voiced by Susan Sheridan . Mr Milko , Toyland's local milkman.

He sometimes can be gloomy and sad, but Noddy's bell on his hat always cheers him up. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert . Mr Sparks , Toyland's handyman, who can mend anything. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert . Miss Pink Cat , a cat who is portrayed as a fussy and neat cat with a French accent and no patience for foolishness, even her own. She always bosses to Noddy to do something for her and doesn't like Noddy for being late. In the American dubbed version, she speaks with a Southern accent. She was voiced by Susan Sheridan . Mr Jumbo , an elephant friendly with Clockwork Mouse. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert . The Skittles , a family of bowling pins consisting of Mrs Skittle and her many children of various sizes. The Skittles are red and yellow in colour with black hands. They love to be knocked down, and even frequently run out in front of Noddy's car so he will hit them and knock them over. Little-Ears , Big-Ears' brother who looks just like Big-Ears, but his ears are much smaller.

Bert Monkey , a mo nkey with a tail that is so prehensile that it has a mind of its own, often stealing objects all by itself. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert . Martha Monkey , a mischievous tomboy but very silly and bossy to Noddy and making rude remarks always. She was voiced by Susan Sheridan . Sly and Gobbo , are goblins who are very mischievous and greedy. They always steal things like ice cream, coins or Noddy's car. They always play horrid tricks onto Noddy. However, they always end up in jail after they have completed their evil schemes and are often found out by Mr Plod and sometimes Big-Ears. They were voiced by Susan Sheridan and Jimmy Hibbert in the UK dub and Catherine Disher and James Rankin in the US dub. Clockwork Clown , a toy clown who makes funny tricks. He stands only using his hands not his feet because he has 'fused' feet like those of a sea lion . He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert . Mr Train Driver , train driver who drives the Toyland Express train. He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert . Sammy Sailor , local harbour sailor.

He was voiced by Jimmy Hibbert in the UK dub and James Rankin in the US dub. Mr Noah , lives on the ark with Mrs Noah and the animals. Mrs Noah , lives on the ark with Mr Noah and the animals. Noddy's Car , the yellow car with red decals which Noddy drives.

It has a brain of its own and can talk to other characters with its unique sounding horn that says "parp parp!" List of Episodes 1994 Film of Noddy Live The Great Noddy Video (BBCV 5529) 6 March 1995 Noddy Goes Shopping, Noddy Borrows An Umbrella, Noddy Meets Some Silly Hens, Noddy Lends A Hand, Noddy Finds A Furry Tail Noddy - To The Rescue (BBCV 5665) 2 October 1995 Noddy To The Rescue, Noddy Sets A Trap, Noddy Has A Bad Day, Noddy And The Fishing Rod Noddy - The Champion (BBCV 5798) 4 March 1996 Noddy The Champion, Noddy and The Warm Scarf, Noddy and The Golden Tree, Noddy and his Unhappy Car, Noddy Has An Afternoon Off Noddy - The Magician (BBCV 5911) 7 October 1996 Noddy The Magician, Noddy and

 His Money, Noddy Borrows Some Trousers, Noddy and His Alarm Clock, Noddy Buys a Parasol Noddy - The Best of Noddy (BBCV 6121) 5 May 1997 Noddy And The Goblins, Noddy and Martha Monkey, Noddy Gets a New Job, Noddy Meets Some Silly Hens, Noddy and The Golden Trees, Noddy and his Money Noddy 2 on 1 - Noddy And The Naughty Tail/Noddy And The Kite (BBCV 6352) 2 February 1998 Noddy Loses Sixpence, Noddy And The Goblins, Noddy And The Naughty Tail, Noddy And The Pouring Rain, Noddy And The Kite, Noddy And His Bell, Noddy And Martha Monkey, Noddy's New Friend Noddy - Bumper Video, and Other Stories (BBCV 6923) 14 February 2000 Noddy and the Broken Bicycle, Noddy the Dancer, Noddy Delivers Some

 Parcels, Noddy Gets a New Job, Noddy and the Missing Hats, Noddy Borrows an Umbrella Noddy And The Bouncing Ball and Other Stories(BBCV 6984) 4 September 2000 Noddy and the Bouncing Ball, Noddy Tidies Toyland, Noddy and the Goblins, Noddy and the Magic Watch, Noddy Gets Caught in a Storm Noddy - Big Video (BBCV 7222) 9 July 2001 Noddy and The Noisy Drum, Noddy Is Far Too Busy, Noddy and The Artists, Noddy and The Singing Bush, Noddy Tells a Story, Noddy and The Nurse, Noddy and The Treasure Map UK DVD release Edit The original Noddy series has never been released on DVD as of yet.

However it is hoped that all episodes of the show could be released on DVD by Classic Media in 2015. The ideas for the cover for each release will be as follows, Series 1 with a red cover, Series 2 with a green cover, Series 3 with a blue cover and Series 4 with a yellow cover. Repeats Edit Noddy has been repeated several times on BBC1 and BBC2 in the 1990's and 2000's, CBBC on Choice have also repeated Noddy from Series 1-3, beginning from the very first day on Monday November 29th 1999 after Tweenies at 7.20am, 10.20am, 1.20pm and 4.20pm, It was also broadcast at 7.00am, 10.00am, 1.00pm and 4.00pm Make Way for Noddy at Christmas 1999. It came on everyday for the first 7 weeks before taking a short break for Juniper Jungle and Oakie Doke broadcasting in it's place.

It returned as a weekday regular on Monday February 28th 2000 at 7.15am, 10.15am, 1.15pm and 4.15pm and was broadcast at the same time on weekdays until Friday September 1st 2000, It returned to weekends on Saturday September 9th 2000 at 7.50am, 10.50am, 2.20pm and 5.20pm until Sunday December 10th 2000 before taking a break for a while before returning again on Wednesday 21st February 2001 at 9.20am, 12.20pm, 3.20pm and 6.20pm taking a break inbetween beginning Friday 4th May 2001 for Penny Crayon, Just So Stories, 64 Zoo Lane and Bill and Ben before returning on Monday July 23rd 2001 at the same times as before.

Noddy finished airing on CBBC on Choice on Friday 28th September 2001 regularly although it returned at the end of the year to broadcast the 30 minute episode "Noddy and Father Christmas" which has been repeated three times, First time on Monday 27th December 1999 at 7.00am, 10.00am, 1.00pm and 4.00pm, Monday 25th December 2000 at 7.30am, 10.30am, 1.30pm and 4.30pm and Tuesday 25th December 2001 at 8.30am, 11.30am, 2.30pm and 5.30pm. Noddy continued to be broadcast on CBeebies in 2002-2003 showing Series 1-4 and returned in 2006 to broadcast Series 4 only.

Question: In the Noddy stories, what is the name of Big Ears’ brother?
Answer: LITTLE EARS