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About Professor Noodles McDoodles

Original, creative, out-of-the-box thinking extends beyond art into all facets of life. By producing their own crayonimal characters, it will inspire creativity in youth and a sense of ownership and confident accomplishment. Professor Noodles McDoodles is artist Bob Dornfried as a costumed character simulating the cartoon version of Professor McDoodles. Artist Bob Dornfried has appeared previously in a related venture as CrayonMan in the Kids TV Show Yes I Can with CrayonMan (CT based/3 seasons/sponsored by AT&T). Professor Noodles McDoodlesis a new character creation and was conceived (A) because the costume is easily and quickly worn, (B) because kids like to be visually stimulated, entertained and intrigued which keeps them attentive and (C) as a vehicle to convey humor with the antics of Professor McDoodles. The name Professorwas chosen to help instill the importance of education (higher education), which is something students can aspire to. The name Noodles, aside from the humorous aspect of the name Noodles, is also a slang for the brain/intelligence and is part of Professor McDoodles call to action statement Listen to McDoodles - Use Your Noodleswhich will be emphasized throughout the program (encouraging kids to use their minds). The name McDoodles was chosen as a tie to the action of doodles, (or doodling), which will also be encouraged as a fun way to express themselves and be creative. I look forward to another successful season with Hartford Performs and the great teachers and students in the Hartford School System!

Grade Levels

K , 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5

Art Forms

Visual Art

Curriculum Focuses

Science

Program Formats

In-School Performance

Programs