Britt Allcroft, Creator of ‘Thomas the Tank Engine,’ Dies at 81
She wanted to create an unconventional show that would enchant children. And she knew she found her perfect narrator in Ringo ...
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Britt Allcroft, 'Thomas and Friends' Creator, Dead at 81
Awdry's Railway Series books featuring Thomas the Tank Engine. After forming the Britt Allcroft Company with her husband, fellow TV producer Angus Wright, she spent four years raising the ...
Kennywood replacing Thomas Town with new themed area
Kennywood is replacing Thomas Town with a new themed area. A spokesperson for Palace Entertainment confirmed the rides in Thomas Town, which opened in 2018, will be replaced with new themes. "In 2025 ...
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Britt Allcroft, Who Brought Thomas the Tank Engine to TV, Dies at 81
Her death was confirmed by her daughter Holly Wright. Ms. Allcroft was the driving force behind bringing Thomas the Tank Engine, an animated locomotive first conceived in a series of children’s ...