Sonja Ball

Biography

Sonja Ball, born on October 20, 1956, is a prominent Canadian voice actress celebrated for her versatile talents in animation and children's programming. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Jane Read, Arthur's mother, in the beloved PBS series "Arthur." Additionally, she voiced Huckle Cat in "The Busy World of Richard Scarry" and brought characters like Polly Ester to life in the English adaptation of "Samurai Pizza Cats." Her portrayal of Nicole in the "Madeline" TV specials further showcased her unique vocal abilities.

In a delightful twist, Ball also lent her puppetry skills to the character Wimzie, a spirited bird-dragon, in the children's series "Wimzie's House." Beyond her voice work, she is celebrated for her enchanting singing voice, contributing to theme songs for shows such as "Ovide Video," "The Adventures of the Little Koala," "The Little Flying Bears," and "The Legend of the North Wind." Furthermore, she provided narration and vocals for the National Film Board of Canada’s 1998 short film "Ludovic: The Snow Gift."

With a career marked by diverse roles in cartoons, video games, commercials, and anime, Sonja Ball has left an indelible mark in the world of voice acting, earning accolades and admiration from audiences worldwide.