September 8, 1967-September 20, 1968.
Presented on "OFF TO SEE THE WIZARD." This prime time hour was an anthology series of films for children. It was hosted by cartoon characters from "The Wizard Of Oz."
From the ABC series "Off To See The Wizard." An anthology series of films for children.
An Original family musical about a spoilsport who wants to ban
Mother Goose as a bad influence on children.
Songs include, "Music Lover," "Jack Be Nimble," "After the Fall," "Put a Penny By," and "Lovenberry Tree."
In this episode, William H. Berry, spoilsport head of the board of education, wants to ban Mother Goose, as a bad influence on children. Will Rhyme and reason prevail? Mother Goose turns Berry into a little boy and takes him on a tour of her domain.
Written and produced by Frank Peppiatt. Music by Sherman Edwards. Lyrics by Ruth Batchelor.
NOTE: This is the only broadcast record, in any media form, known to be extant of this ambitious addition in this series which presented a great percentage of programming consisting of previously releases motion pictures and not creative programming made specifically for this series.
