2024 PMC - Kids Showtime Greats - Dot & The Kangaroo

2024 Kids’ Showtime Greats: Dot and the Kangaroo Medallion Cover

This enchanting Dot and the Kangaroo Medallion Cover celebrates a landmark of Australian animation and children’s literature. Released as part of the 2024 Kids’ Showtime Greats series, this cover honours the 1977 feature film that brought Ethel Pedley’s 1899 classic story to life, blending a love for the Australian bush with a pioneering cinematic style.

Product Overview

This limited-edition release pays tribute to the Yoram Gross masterpiece, famously known for its innovative use of animated characters set against stunning live-action backgrounds of the Blue Mountains and Jenolan Caves.

• The Medallion: Features a limited-edition medallion depicting the young girl, Dot, and her protective red kangaroo companion. The design captures the heart of their journey through the 1880s New South Wales bushland.
• The Stamp: Includes the corresponding $1.50 stamp from the Kids’ Showtime Greats issue, featuring a high-quality illustration reflecting the film’s unique artistic style.
• The Postmark: Individually numbered and postmarked to mark the first day of issue, ensuring its status as a verified piece of Australian cinematic history.
• Limited Production: This release is strictly limited to a mintage of 3,000 units. Please note that individual serial numbers will differ from those shown in listing images.

A Legacy of Conservation

Dot and the Kangaroo is more than just a story; it carries a powerful environmental message that remains relevant today. Directed by Yoram Gross and featuring a voice cast that included Spike Milligan and June Salter, the film was the first of nine "Dot" movies. It begins with a moving dedication to the children of Australia, hoping to enlist their sympathy for the "beautiful and frolicsome creatures" of the land. Through Dot’s adventures, generations of children have learned to appreciate the delicate balance of the Australian wilderness.

Technical Details

• Issue Series: Kids' Showtime Greats
• Background Locations: Blue Mountains and Jenolan Caves, NSW
• Production Limit: 3,000

Condition Note

As this item is now two years old, please be aware that the cover may exhibit light wear consistent with careful handling and storage. This can include minor corner bumps or light surface marks on the pictorial envelope, which are common for authentic medallion covers of this age.