Tuesday, October 21, 2008

New Kids Show for Alternative Families Tops Wish Lists This Holiday Season

from Gay NewsNet

PORTLAND, Ore., -- Dottie's Magic Pockets -- the first children's program for the tens of thousands of kids in gay and lesbian families and their friends -- is the hot gift for kids this holiday season. The Dottie's Magic Pockets DVD contains two 25-minute episodes and is available for purchase ONLY online.

"We're thrilled to be able to offer families the gift of diversity this holiday season. Dottie's Magic Pockets was inspired by my own son -- I wanted him to have a fun show that reflects his family. I know the DVD will make a very special gift for all the children on your holiday list," said Tammy Stoner, Creator of Dottie's Magic Pockets.

Created by independent production company Pink Pea, Dottie's Magic Pockets features Dottie, a lesbian mom, who leads her puppet friends as they sing, laugh, and help each other through wacky adventures. Dottie's Magic Pockets also includes cartoons that represent gay families -- such as purplish-pink Princess and her two Dads -- and catchy, original songs. The show's trailer and clips can be viewed here.

Curve Magazine calls Dottie's Magic Pockets "a hip and zippy show that overflows with imagination ..." CoolMomPicks.com says that Dottie is "... just plain fun" and OUT.com says, "Dottie is charming, the set, the songs, and the performances are full of whimsy ..."

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