Johnny and the Sprites is an American children's musical television series aired on Playhouse Disney.
The show broadcasted on October 9, 2005 with five 5-minute episodes, which continually play on the Disney Channel's programming. However, due to extremely positive audience reaction, the show was renewed for thirteen half-hour shows for 2007.
From March 23, 2012 to 2013, Johnny and the Sprites aired reruns on Disney Jr. as SOAPnet's replacement.
The show had one album of songs released.
The show is notable for featuring as guests a number of actors/actresses who once performed alongside show star John Tartaglia in the Tony Award-winning play Avenue Q, as well as songs/music written and composed by popular Broadway songwriters and composers, such as Stephen Schwartz. As a friend, Tartaglia shared the idea for the program with Schwartz prior to its creation.[1]
Plot
The show follows main character Johnny (a songwriter), as he moves into a house given to him by his great-uncle. There, he discovers little magical creatures simply known as "sprites", who introduce him to their magical world. In return, Johnny shows the sprites what it's like to be human, often teaching them (and the viewer) an important life lesson.
Episodes
- Main article: Johnny and the Sprites episode list
Trivia
- Lily and Root do not appear in the Shorts; only Ginger and Basil appear.
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