The Electric Company

The Electric Company (2009-2011)

EndedVariety showComedy, Children

One of public television's most popular children's programs gets a facelift for today's media-driven kids, boosting the interactive content, but the commendable goal of the program remains the same as it was in the '70s: reducing the literacy gap between low- and middle-income families and promoting the idea that "reading is cool."

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E10The Junior AssistantApr. 4, 2011
S03E09Tip It or Dip ItMärz 21, 2011
S03E06Shrink, Shrank, Shrunk!März 14, 2011
S03E05Wiki Wiki WalterMärz 7, 2011
S03E03The Incredible Return-a-BallMärz 7, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Electric Company premiere?

The Electric Company premiered on January 23, 2009.

In which city is The Electric Company set?

The Electric Company is set in New York City.

Who are the main characters in The Electric Company?

The main characters in The Electric Company are Jessica Ruiz, Hector Ruiz, Keith Watson, and Lisa Heffenbacher.

What is the format of each episode of The Electric Company?

The format of each episode of The Electric Company is a mix of comedy sketches, musical performances, animations, and educational content.

Who are the actors that play the roles of Jessica Ruiz and Hector Ruiz respectively in The Electric Company?

Priscilla Diaz and William Jackson Harper play the roles of Jessica Ruiz and Hector Ruiz respectively in The Electric Company.

Who are the creators of The Electric Company?

The creators of The Electric Company are Julie Aigner-Clark, an entrepreneur, and Sesame Workshop, the producers of Sesame Street.

What is the target audience for The Electric Company?

The target audience for The Electric Company is children aged 6 to 9 years old.

Who are the guest stars that appeared on The Electric Company during its run?

The guest stars that appeared on The Electric Company during its run include Lin-Manuel Miranda, Common, and Jack McBrayer.

What is the opening theme song of The Electric Company and who performs it?

The opening theme song of The Electric Company is "The Electric Company" and it is performed by Shockwave and the Electric Company cast.

What is the purpose of The Electric Company?

The purpose of The Electric Company is to promote literacy and numeracy skills in children through interactive and entertaining content.

What kind of educational content does The Electric Company provide?

The educational content that The Electric Company provides includes phonemic awareness, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.

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