BBC Children’s and Education has launched a new pre-school show called Playtime Towers.
- The series targets children aged 2-4 with imaginative play and educational elements.
- It is produced by BBC Studios Kids & Family Productions and is being filmed in Glasgow.
- Each episode offers unique activities featuring the character Bella the Elevator Fun Maker.
- The move marks another significant studio production relocation to Glasgow from Salford.
BBC Children’s and Education has introduced an exciting new television programme for pre-schoolers, ‘Playtime Towers’. This captivating series is designed specifically for children aged 2-4, combining elements of imaginative play and educational content to engage the youngest viewers. The show is currently being filmed in Glasgow, a departure from the usual production hub of Salford.
‘Playtime Towers’ is a product of BBC Studios Kids & Family Productions, and it features a fresh and engaging format. Each floor of the ‘tower’ hosts different activities, discovered by riding the lift with the endearing character Bella the Elevator Fun Maker, played by newcomer Rose-Marie Christian. This innovative approach promises to captivate the viewers and provide them with varied and magical experiences.
Kate Morton, Senior Head of Commissioning for CBeebies, expressed her excitement about the show, stating, ‘Little ones and their grown-ups will love this new take on the classic children’s TV format.’ She highlights the continuous tradition of beloved shows like ‘Playschool’ and ‘Show Me, Show Me’, now revitalized with ‘Playtime Towers’.
The programme is crafted to appeal to the creativity of its young audience and serves as an entry point for broader content as they grow with CBeebies. Executive Producer Anna Perowne, along with Commissioning Executives Julia Bond and Dan Flint, play crucial roles in bringing this innovative series to life.
The filming of ‘Playtime Towers’ in Glasgow marks another important shift in BBC Children’s and Education’s production strategy, following the relocation of the ‘Saturday Mash-up!’ to Pacific Quay in 2022. This move from MediaCity underscores a trend of increasing studio activity in Glasgow.
‘Playtime Towers’ presents a refreshing and imaginative addition to children’s programming, reinforcing Glasgow’s emerging status as a key production hub.