Original 'The Powerpuff Girls' voice actors Reunite for 'The Heroes of Twonsville' Fundraiser

Sugar, spice and everything nice—all for a good cause.

On Saturday, November 7, 2026, Saturday Morning Cartoons United™ will transform Glendale’s historic Alex Theatre into Townsville for The Heroes of Townsville, a one-night-only celebration of the iconic animated series The Powerpuff Girls.

Curated in partnership with series creator Craig McCracken and hosted by actor and voice artist Eric Bauza (Looney Tunes, Coyote vs. Acme), the evening will bring together members of the original cast and creative team for a special celebration of the beloved series. The event will feature animation, live music, exclusive merchandise, themed photo opportunities, special guests and more.

A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit Starlight Children’s Foundation, whose mission is to deliver joy, comfort and connection to seriously ill children and their families. Additional proceeds will support the ongoing work of Saturday Morning Cartoons United, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating legacy cartoons and strengthening local communities through shared cultural experiences.

The evening will feature a special presentation of Magical Meow Meow, an independent animated short by Jen Nguyen and Mary Ramos, bringing another dose of original animation and creativity to the program.

Following the screening, fans will hear directly from members of the cast and creative team who brought The Powerpuff Girls to life. A special panel will feature Catherine Cavadini (Blossom), Tara Strong (Bubbles), E.G. Daily (Buttercup) and Lauren Faust, the Emmy-winning animator, writer and producer who was part of the original series’ creative team. Additional guests from the world of The Powerpuff Girls will join the celebration, with the panel moderated by longtime animation executive and producer Linda Simensky.

The event will also feature a rare live performance by BIS, the influential Scottish indie-pop trio who created and performed the original end theme for The Powerpuff Girls. Known for their infectious melodies, punk energy and enduring connection to animation and alternative pop culture, BIS will bring a full-circle musical moment to fans of the series.

Throughout the evening, guests can explore a special pop-up marketplace featuring merchandise from Cakeworthy and others, themed photo opportunities and additional surprises designed to bring the colorful world of Townsville to life.

The event follows Saturday Morning Cartoons United’s 2025 fundraiser celebrating Pee-wee’s Playhouse Christmas Special, which raised more than $40,000 for local initiatives. This year, the organization will once again bring together the artists and fans behind a beloved piece of pop culture while giving back to the community.

More than a celebration of animation, The Heroes of Townsville will unite the voices, music, art and fandom behind a beloved classic for an unforgettable night—all while continuing Saturday Morning Cartoons United’s mission of using nostalgia and shared cultural experiences to make a positive difference.

EVENT INFORMATION

The Heroes of Townsville

Saturday, November 7, 2026

The Alex Theatre
216 N. Brand Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91203

Doors: 5:00 PM
Program: 6:30 PM

Tickets are available through the Alex Theatre at thealex.com.

Additional guests, programming and event details will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information, visit cartoonsunited.com or follow @cartoonsunited on Instagram, Facebook and Threads.