Dublin-based Kavaleer Productions’ new animated series Garth & Bev has been picked up by the BBC’s Cbeebies. A co-pro between Kavaleer and Canada’s Copernicus Studios, the toon will begin its run on the BBC this Monday (January 25) at 7:20 a.m.
Targetting four to seven-year-olds, the series follows the adventures of Garth and his sister Bev who can travel anywhere in time with a little help from their druid grandfather Lir. At the heart of the series lies the idea that nature is the primary source for invention, creativity and problem solving. Garth and Bev debuted on Ireland’s RTE in November of 2009 and secured a 33% share of the viewing audience.
‘This charming series will answers questions for our youngest viewers through narrative and a little bit of magic!’ says Kay Benbow, CBeebies head of production, animation and acquisitions. ‘I am sure the CBeebies audience will love following Garth and Bev as they travel through time making exciting discoveries.’
Garth & Bev was created by Kavaleer CEO, Andrew Kavanagh who also acted as executive producer of the show. Series is produced by Gary Timpson and directed by Stuart Shankly. For more info, visit www.kavaleer.com
