Barney

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Genre	Children's television series
Created by	Sheryl Leach
Starring	Bob West (voice of Barney)
Country of origin	United States
Original language	English
No. of seasons	14
No. of episodes	268
Production
Production location	Allen, Texas
Running time	30 minutes
Production company	Lyons Partnership
Original release
Network	PBS
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Barney & Friends is an American children's television series aimed at children from ages 1 to 8. The series, which premiered on April 6, 1992, features Barney the Dinosaur, a purple anthropomorphic Tyrannosaurus rex who conveys educational messages through songs and small dance routines with a friendly, optimistic attitude.

History[edit | edit source]

The character of Barney was created by Sheryl Leach in 1987. The concept was originally developed for a series of home videos titled Barney and the Backyard Gang. The success of these videos led to the development of the television series Barney & Friends, which debuted on PBS in 1992.

Characters[edit | edit source]

Barney the Dinosaur - The main character, a purple Tyrannosaurus rex who comes to life through children's imagination.
Baby Bop - A green Triceratops who is Barney's friend.
BJ - A yellow Protoceratops and Baby Bop's older brother.
Riff - An orange Hadrosaur who is BJ and Baby Bop's cousin.

Format[edit | edit source]

Each episode of Barney & Friends follows a structured format, typically involving a problem or theme that Barney and his friends explore through songs, dance, and educational activities. The show emphasizes positive social values, such as sharing, caring, and cooperation.

Production[edit | edit source]

The series was produced by Lyons Partnership and filmed in Allen, Texas. The show ran for 14 seasons, with a total of 268 episodes. The character of Barney was voiced by Bob West from 1992 to 2000, and later by other actors.

Impact[edit | edit source]

Barney & Friends became a cultural phenomenon, influencing a generation of children and spawning a wide range of merchandise, including toys, books, and videos. The show has been praised for its educational content and positive messages.

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