THEO was born in France in 1963. As a child he collected stamps, stones, and - like Oscar - dreams. Theo has worked in children's television in the UK, France, Germany and Spain for more than ten years.
MICHAEL DUDOK DE WIT was born in Holland in 1953. He has directed and animated many award-winning commercials for television and cinema, and teaches animation, as well as illustrating books. Michael's short animated film, `Father and Daughter' won both an Oscar and a BAFTA award.