Canadian Live Theatrical Version
In Canada, The Backyardigans has been turned into a live theatrical show which has toured across Canada three times.
The first incarnation, The Backyardigans: Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens hit the stage in 2007, returned in early 2009, and Summer/Fall 2011.
The most recent production is The Backyardigans: Sea Deep in Adventure, which is an aquatic themed presentation. The Director/Choreographer is Patti Caplette, who also co-wrote the show with one of the TV shows' writers Rodney Stringfellow. The shows also feature the original music from the TV show, which was written by Evan Lurie
All three tours were presented by Paquin Entertainment Group, and produced by Koba Entertainment, both based out of Winnipeg.
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