When David Newell appears on MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD, he plays Mr. McFeely, the elderly Neighbor who runs a speedy delivery service. Even though Mr. McFeely’s busy schedule may include a delivery by kayak or returning a llama to the zoo, he always has time for his familiar “Speedy Delivery” greeting! Visiting Mr. McFeely often leads to viewing a movie from his extensive film collection—you might see anything from a hot-air balloon ride to a flashback to when he was young. Away from the character make-up, David Newell assumes many behind the scenes responsibilities for MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD. Having been with the series since its inception in 1967, he has been Properties Manager, Associate Producer and now is Director of Public Relations for Family Communications, producers of MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD. David’s background includes a wide-ranging involvement in theater arts as an actor, technician, stage manager and administrator. A native of Pittsburgh, he has worked with the Pittsburgh Playhouse, The Civic Light Opera Company and The Little Lake Arena Theater. He has also been involved in theater productions in Los Angeles and Honolulu. David received his certification in Theater Arts from the Pittsburgh Playhouse and a B.A. degree in English Literature from the University of Pittsburgh. He lives in Pittsburgh with his wife, Nan, and has three children, Carrie, Taylor and Alexander.