TORONTO — Corus Entertainment’s kids content producer and distributor Nelvana announced today it is teaming up with children’s TV writer, producer and creator Keith Chapman (above) to develop and produce Bella’s Bro-Bots, a new original animated preschool series.
Chapman is known for creating award-winning kids’ shows including Paw Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment, and Bob the Builder, produced by HIT Entertainment.
The new series, Bella’s Bro-Bots, is inspired by Chapman’s daughter and is gearing up for development this fall, according to a press release.
“Known for his compelling storytelling, Keith Chapman has created some of the most beloved characters for kids,” said Athena Georgaklis, head of development at Nelvana, in the release.
“When pitched the concept of Bella’s Bro-Bots, we immediately fell in love with the story and world Keith envisioned. We are elated to be collaborating with Keith to help bring his idea to life.”
Chapman said he is excited to be partnering with Nelvana “and to tap into their talented team to develop Bella’s Bro-Bots into an international hit.”
Chapman is currently either developing or in production on several TV and movie projects for toy, production and entertainment companies around the world, according to the press release.
His latest preschool show, Mighty Express, launched on Netflix in September 2020. His new animated movie Ozi, animated by Mikros Paris and produced by GCI Films, launches in September 2022.
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Photo courtesy of Corus Entertaiment.
