Christmas at St. Bear’s Dolls Hospital
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| Directed by | Paul Faint |
| Written by | Richard Tulloch, Simon Hopkinson |
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| Distributed by | Egmont Imagination Cinedigm Corp Peter Pan Records |
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| Country | United States of America |
| Language | English |
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"Christmas at St. Bear's Doll's Hospital" is a 2005 Christmas film of St. Bear's Doll Hospital starring Neil Sterenberg as Nurse Penny Cillin, and her namesake Penny Cilliers that aired on PBS Kids on December 6, 2005.
In November 16, 2011, it was packaged with Bananas In Pyjamas: Bumping and a-Jumping (2006) as a Nurse Penny’s Musical Masterpieces Double Feature DVD.
This movie parodies elements of the hit film March of the Penguins[1][2][3](the same year, 2005) with Bumping and a-Jumping (2006).
Plot[edit]
In this TV movie, Nurse Penny Cillin loves penguins a lot. She takes care of lots of penguins.
So, Today, Nurse Penny wears garland on her body, tap shoes on her feet and diamonds sparkling on her toes to celebrate toe-tapping Christmas and she taps her heart out and tap dances every month. She also sings her tap dances songs that she can tap.
In the whimsical world of Wiggle World, where joy and creativity thrive, the holiday season is in full swing as everyone enjoys ice skating at the Indoor Wiggly World Skating Rink. However, the festive spirit takes a sudden turn when little Jenny, an adventurous girl with an infectious smile, gets dizzy and collapses due to appendicitis. Her friends, Emily LeDuc and James McDonald, quickly rush to her side, and together they inform her worried parents, Mr. Man and Mrs. Lady, about the urgent need for medical attention. The next day, Jenny finds herself at St. Bear’s Dolls Hospital, where Nurse Penny, a quirky and dedicated caregiver, is determined to lift her spirits. Dressed in garlands and sparkling decorations, she tap dances her way through the hospital, bringing laughter and cheer to all the patients, especially Jenny. As Nurse Penny taps her heart out, she serenades the young girl with enchanting songs, reminding her of the magical fairy tale where she once kissed a frog and became a princess. Inspired by Nurse Penny's infectious energy, Jenny dreams of hosting a Christmas Ball with her new friends—the charming penguins who reside at the hospital's whimsical ward. There's Ernesto the Emperor Penguin, who loves to waltz; Lucy the Chinstrap Penguin, the sassy dancer; Nicolette the Gentoo Penguin, known for her grace; Andy the Adélie Penguin, the joker; Simon the Macaroni Penguin, the singer; and Kelly the Magellanic Penguin, the artist. Together, they bring a unique flair to the celebration. As Nurse Penny helps Jenny and her penguin pals transform the hospital’s ballroom into a winter wonderland, they face various comical challenges that test their creativity and teamwork. From crafting decorations from hospital supplies to planning delightful dance routines, the group's bond grows stronger with every obstacle they overcome. The Christmas Ball becomes a spectacular event filled with laughter, music, and heartwarming performances. As the penguins and Nurse Penny dance together, they showcase the importance of friendship, resilience, and the joy of giving during the holiday season. In a heartwarming conclusion, Jenny's spirit is rejuvenated, and she realizes that even in tough times, the warmth of friendship and community can light up the darkest days. As the film wraps up, the characters celebrate together, reminding everyone that the true magic of Christmas lies in love, laughter, and togetherness at St. Bear’s Dolls Hospital.
Songs[edit]
- Welcome to St. Bear’s Hospital
- Teamwork
- Toyworld
- Helping Friends
- Bob’s Song
- Thing Get Better
- Pins and Needles Fixing
- Yes We Do
- Life is Grand
- Nurse Penny’s Lullaby
- Cowboy Music
- What’s News Today?
Cast[edit]
- Penny Cilliers as Nurse Gloria Cillin
- Victoria Joplin as Nicole
- Gina Joplin as Little Jenny
- Ken Radley as B1
- Nicholas Opolski as B2
- Jeremy Scrivener as Morgan
- Taylor Owynns as Lulu
- Mary Ann Henshaw as Amy
- Shane McNamara as Rat
Voice Cast[edit]
- Shane McNamara as Miss Chamomile
- Tim Gosley as Professor Teddy Stitching
- Neil Sterenberg as Nurse Penny Cillin
- Wendy Welch as Bob
- Tim Gosley as Snorer
- Stephanie D'Abruzzo as Pins
- Tim Lagasse as Needles
- Taylor Owynns as Vanessa Fox
- Jeremy Scrivener as Boo Boo the Ferret
Puppets[edit]
- Frank Meschkuleit as Miss Chamomile (puppeteer)
- Jennifer Barnhart as Nurse Penny Cillin (puppeteer)
- Neil Sterenberg as Nurse Penny Cillin (puppeteer and voice)
- Gina Joplin as Nurse Penny Cillin (puppeteer and voice)
- Matt Vogel as Snorer (puppeteer)
- Leslie Carrara-Rudolph as Vanessa Fox (puppeteer)
- Jennifer Barnhart as Boo Boo the Ferret (puppeteer)
Chicken Chorus[edit]
Penguin Voice Cast[edit]
Emperor penguins[edit]
- Jake Goldberg as Ernesto
- Jeremy Scrivener as Ernesto’s Dad
- Laraine Newman as Ernesto’s Mom
Chinstrap penguins[edit]
- Lucia Becker as Lucy
- Shane McNamara as Lucy’s Dad
- Taylor Owynns as Lucy’s Mom
Gentoo penguins[edit]
- LaShawn Tinah Jefferies as Nicolette
- Jeremy Scrivener as Nicolette’s Dad
- Taylor Owynns as Nicolette’s Mom
Adélie penguins[edit]
- Donald Becker as Andy
- Shane McNamara as Andy’s Dad
- Laraine Newman as Andy’s Mom
Macaroni penguins[edit]
- Jordan Coleman as Simon
- Shane McNamara as Simon’s Dad
- Taylor Owynns as Simon’s Mom
Magellanic penguins[edit]
- Naelee Rae as Kelly
- Shane McNamara as Kelly’s Dad
- Taylor Owynns as Kelly’s Mom
Gallery[edit]
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Nurse Penny plays Peekaboo
Footage Achievements[edit]
- The Frog Prince
Triva[edit]
- The picture of the real-life Macaroni Penguins is taken by Theo Allofs on Corbis (Getty Images).
- This movie is about penguins in penguin-themed movie.
- This movie aired on December 6, 2005 after Sue Ellen Gets Her Goose Cooked/Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins aired on November 21, 2005.
- This movie is filmed from September 1, 2005 to November 30, 2005 (Fall 2005)
- This movie’s first scene is filmed in Steinberg Skating Rink at November 14, 2005
- In the song Nurse Penny dresses up as Marlene Dietrich in the film Morocco (1930)
