Launch of New Animated Series Punky

Down Syndrome Ireland are delighed to announce the launch of a new animated series in which the lead character has Down syndrome.  Punky is RTÉ's new animated TV series which tells stories from the everyday life of Punky, a little girl, who has Down syndrome.

The series was created by Lindsay J. Sedgwick, developed and produced by Monster Animation & Design Limited and commissioned by RTÉ Young people's programmes, with financial assistance from RTÉ, the Irish Film Board, Broadcasting Authority of Ireland Sound & Vision Fund and S481 Film Incentive.

The character of Punky is voiced by Aimee Richardson, who herself has Down syndrome and Down Syndrome Ireland provided support and reviewed material during production of the series.

Punky begins on Tuesday 3rd May at 10:25am and 1:45pm on RTEjr.  Visit Punky's website for more information.

Buy the Punky DVD

A DVD of the first 10 episodes of the Punky Series is now available from Down Syndrome Ireland's online shop at a cost of €10 plus p&p

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