Take Hart

Take Hart (1977-1983)

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Take Hart is a British children's television show about art, presented by Tony Hart. It took over from Vision On, and ran from 1977 until 1983. The show featured Hart and the animated Plasticine character Morph, and other characters created by David Sproxton like 'Smoulder the Moulder', which was a lump of mould which would create props by 'spraying' them out of a spray can. The only other human to appear on a regular basis was Mr Bennett, the caretaker, played by Colin Bennett. The programme won a BAFTA award for Hart in 1984.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 17:15 (20 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S10E28Season 10, Episode 28Dec 30, 1983
S01E13CirclesMay 17, 1977
S01E12WaterMay 10, 1977
S01E11BrushesMay 3, 1977
S01E10DemolishingApr 26, 1977
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Take Hart' premiere?

'Take Hart' premiered on January 10, 1977.

Who was the presenter of 'Take Hart'?

Tony Hart was the presenter of 'Take Hart'.

What was the main theme of 'Take Hart'?

The main theme of 'Take Hart' was arts and crafts.

Who was the co-presenter of 'Take Hart'?

Morph, a clay stop-motion animated figure, was the co-presenter of 'Take Hart'.

What did Tony Hart call his audience?

Tony Hart called his audience "the gallery".

How long was each episode of 'Take Hart'?

Each episode of 'Take Hart' ran for 15 minutes.

What was the name of the character who joined the show in 1981?

The name of the character who joined the show in 1981 was "Hartbeat".

Why was the show 'Take Hart' praised by parents and educators?

The show 'Take Hart' was praised by parents and educators because it encouraged creativity and imagination.

What other types of art did 'Take Hart' showcase?

'Take Hart' showcased a range of other art forms, including illustration, pottery, and painting.

Was 'Take Hart' the only series presented by Tony Hart?

No, Tony Hart presented a number of other art-based programs, including 'Vision On' and 'HartBeat'.

What was the name of the animated girl who appeared in 'Take Hart'?

The animated girl who appeared in 'Take Hart' was called "Dusty Bin".

How did Tony Hart describe his approach to presenting the show?

Tony Hart described his approach to presenting the show as being "familiar, like an old friend".

What did Tony Hart emphasize in each episode of 'Take Hart'?

In each episode of 'Take Hart', Tony Hart emphasized the importance of enjoying the creative process, rather than worrying about the finished product.

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