Using iDVD 6 favourite themes in idvd 4

I have saved several themes in iDVD 6 on my Mac Mini and due to problems with compatability I have to use iDVd 4 on my Mac G4.
Is it possible to use themes created with iDVD 6 within iDVD 4 and how?
Thanks in advance.

spagster, Welcome to the discussion area!
I would guess the answer is no, but you should ask in the iDVD discussion area.

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