Under the Umbrella Tree

Under the Umbrella Tree is a 1986 Canadian live-action television series. It was created by Noreen Young (who also performed one of the puppets, Gloria Gopher) and co-produced by her company, Noreen Young Productions and CBC Television. It ran for six seasons, consisting of 270, 15-minute episodes and ten, half-hour specials, totaling 280 episodes.

Plot
Three anthropomorphic animals named Jacob Bluejay, Iggy Iguana, and Gloria Gopher are roommates with a young woman named Holly Higgins. They live in a large, two-story house where the titular umbrella tree is. Each of the episodes finds the animal characters experiencing a wide variety of topics and life lessons, such as the use of imagination, having respect for others' space, and responsibility, among others.

Why It Rocks

 * 1) The unforgettable theme song is not only upbeat but smooth at the same time.
 * 2) The episodes' stories are written well and do a bang-up job in teaching the lessons provided.
 * 3) Many of the main characters, as well as many others, are not only memorable but lovable as well.
 * 4) Performances by not only the human actors, but also the puppeteers and puppets are believable and convincing enough.
 * 5) The specials are an extra special treat and just as good as the shorter episodes.
 * 6) The puppets' designs look well-constructed.
 * 7) The set design of the interior of the main characters' house looks professionally and plentifully built.
 * 8) In 2020, Holly and the animals made a surprise comeback in the 5-minute short, "The Mask Special", about the importance of wearing masks for protection from COVID-19.
 * 9) It is among the most enjoyable kids' shows ever made, appealing enough not only for kids, but adults as well.
 * 10) It is less predictable in its structure.
 * 11) Plenty of funny moments.
 * 12) Overall, it's plain wholesome.

Bad Quality

 * 1) Some may find the chatty Chuck Chickadee and his family annoying at times.

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