WHO ARE WE?

Hi, I'm Allyson Grant. I am the show creator and will be playing Ally-Oop. I have over 15 years of professional film, television and stage experience and my main passion is in the world of physical theatre and children's entertainment.

I was the founder and Artistic Director of Jest for Joy, a physical theatre charity which brought clown-doctoring to health care settings in Vancouver. I have taught and performed for hundreds of children and creating Ally-Oop is my latest pursuit in the physical theatre and education worlds. 

Hi! I'm Ashley Alexander, a local actor and producer. My first film  Becoming Sophie premiered at the Los Angeles Women's International Film Festival, I'm in post-production with my latest film 2 Bullets and have 2 other projects in pre-production.

I've always had a place in my heart for children as well as education and am honoured to be a part of creating Ally-Oop's Toy Emporium!

WHAT IS THIS CAMPAIGN FOR?

Ally-Oop's Toy Emporium is an 11 minute episodic series intended for pre-school audiences as well as their caregivers, featuring live-action, animation and puppetry.

When the owner of a toy and book emporium closes her store for the evening, magic happens! Ally-Oop, a curious doll, and her wise sidekick Oswald the Owl come to life and learn about global Arts and Culture.

Oswald teaches Ally-Oop about Art, Movement, Music and Make Believe, encouraging the viewing audience to join in the activities with them.

We are asking you, our community members - friends, family and all who have an interest in arts and culture for children - to donate any amount that you can. All funds raised will go toward the filming of a 2 minute video demo which will be used to pitch to networks and investors.

WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?

Allyson has spent the last year researching children's programming as well as developing the content. We have since put together a written pitch package, have written the first season and have a story bible for 40 more episodes. 

Before we can get Ally-Oop's Toy Emporium off the ground, we need to shoot a sizzle reel (which is a 1-2 minute video synopsis of the show). At this point in our journey, we can't move forward unless we get all of the monies needed to shoot the sizzle reel, which will be used to pitch to networks and investors.

Thank you so much in advance for your generosity and support!