Analysis demonstrating the role the BBC plays to inform, educate and entertain children across the UK has been released. The BBC continues to provide safe, age appropriate content at a time when the online environment is becoming increasingly fragmented, commercialised and risky for young people. But the report warns of an alarming decline in UK […]
Alton Towers Resort has unveiled a giant portrait of Bluey made from over 11,000 cans of beans to announce the opening date of the world’s first Bluey rollercoaster at CBeebies Land. The artwork, which measures 20 by 15 metres and took 18 hours to complete, has appeared on the park’s iconic lawn, near CBeebies Land […]
BBC Children’s and Education is delivering a new wave of storytelling, with returning hits and fresh family favourites across CBBC and CBeebies. Patricia Hidalgo, Director of BBC Children’s and Education, commented: “The latest additions to our slate reinforce our commitment to backing world‑class talent and reaching as many families as possible with shows that help […]
BBC Studios has announced Go Jetters Go!, a new series in the Go Jetters universe, supported by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore (IMDA). This spin-off series was born from IMDA’s initiative to support international Intellectual Properties (IPs) that could be meaningfully localised. Go Jetters, a wholly owned BBC IP, was selected for its […]
BBC Studios and CosmoBlue Media have announced a strategic partnership designed to expand their footprint across the Middle East and North Africa region and Turkey (MENAT). This multifaceted collaboration will see the launch of a new general entertainment channel in the region, the integration of BBC Player into CosmoGO, and co-distribution initiatives for BBC Studios’ […]
BBC Children in Need has announced that their iconic mascot, Pudsey, will be brought to life in a 25 minute on-screen animation, created for CBeebies and coming to BBC One and BBC iPlayer this December. Pudsey and the Thread of Hope, a story by Tom Fletcher, follows Jai, a young boy navigating grief after the […]
As the new face of the iconic superhero, Superman, David Corenswet will takes viewers on an imaginative journey with a CBeebies Bedtime Story on July 11th. Corenswet reads What Does Daddy Do? by Rachel Bright, where Daisy wonders what her daddy does all day while she is at nursery. Dexter’s daddy is a fireman, Rosie’s […]
As he gears up to headline the Other Stage at Glastonbury on June 28th, acclaimed artist Loyle Carner is bringing his storytelling talents to a younger audience with a special appearance this evening (June 23rd) on CBeebies Bedtime Story. Carner reads I Touched the Sun by Leah Hayes – a heartfelt favourite in his own […]
CBeebies, the UK’s children’s channel, is launching its biggest live events offer ever, with a vibrant line-up of summer events. From concert halls and theatres to festivals and cinemas, CBeebies is delivering music, dancing, singing, fun and laughter to children across the UK. Lesley Bailey, Head of Franchise Brands BBC Content, commented: “From live shows […]
The BBC is set to expand the Whoniverse as it launches plans for a new pre-school animation series which will see Doctor Who’s adventures come to CBeebies for the first time. The BBC has said it is “looking for a passionate production company to create and produce the series”, which will run independently from the […]