Benita Collings
| Benita Collings | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1940 |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Known for | Presenter on Play School |
Benita Collings (born 1940)[1] is an Australian television and film actress and television presenter. Collings is best known for her long running stint as a presenter for Play School on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC).
Play School
Collings began with Play School in 1969, a role she held over 401 episodes, until 1999.[2]
Television dramas
In addition to her position as an Australian children's television presenter, Collings has been a stage and screen performer, appearing in many of Australian television dramas, including The Sullivans, Sons and Daughters, The Restless Years, Homicide, A Country Practice and others.[3]
Film
Collings has appeared in the feature film Knowing as the mother of Nicolas Cage's character.[4]
References
- ↑ "Hope: Benita Collings and her hopes for children's learning". National Museum of Australia. Retrieved 2 December 2010.
- ↑ "40 Years Of Play School". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 2 December 2010.
- ↑ "Benita Collings". IMDB. Retrieved 2 December 2010.
- ↑ "Cast: Knowing". Allmovie. Retrieved 26 February 2010.
External links
- Benita Collings at the Internet Movie Database
- Benita Collings at entertain OZ, Australian entertainment directory
- "Forever Young", article from The Sydney Morning Herald
- Benita Collings at Onya Soapbox talent agent