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BBC News
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Cinderella revealed as this year's CBeebies panto, set to be recorded in Bradford as part of 2025 UK City of Culture celebrations
CBeebies reveals this year's panto as Cinderella to be recorded in Bradford as it celebrates its year as 2025 UK City of Culture. Families in Bradford will have the chance to see their favourite CBeebies stars on stage in a brand-new musical version of the much-loved tale at the Alhambra Theatre in October. Tickets go on sale at 10am today (Friday 2 May) via the Alhambra Theatre website. The performances in October will be filmed and the resulting programme will be broadcast as the centrepiece of this year's CBeebies Christmas schedule. Full of catchy songs, dancing and pantomime fun for all the family, this unique adaptation of the traditional story will feature original songs and music. More details on the recording, including cast, will be released in the summer. Kate Morton, CBeebies Senior Head of Commissioning for BBC Children's and Education says: 'The CBeebies panto has become a must-see event for many families since it started in 2009 and in that time, CBeebies' cast of much-loved personalities have played to packed houses all across the UK. Bradford will be the perfect setting for this beautifully staged show and we can't wait to bring Cinderella to life in a way that only CBeebies can do.' CBeebies Presents: Cinderella is a BBC Studios Kids & Family production. CBeebies incredible stage shows from previous years are available to watch on BBC iPlayer. HH
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Albuquerque's Investment In Healthcare For The Homeless
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is making a significant investment in the Gateway Center along Gibson, which aims to be a one-stop shop for services. One of the main resources inside the facility, known as 'Medical Respite' will provide primary medical, dental, and behavioral health care for people living on the streets. This week on the New Mexico News Insiders podcast, Rachel Biggs, Chief Strategy Officer for the program, and Kate Morton, Chief Clinical Officer, join Chris and Gabby to explain how the facility will work, who it will serve, and the overall promise to the community. How big of an impact will it make? Is medical staffing a struggle? Stay informed and subscribe to the New Mexico News Insiders podcast wherever you listen. Download new episodes of the New Mexico News Insiders every Tuesday, starting around 5:30 a.m., Mountain time. Episodes are available on most podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Podbean, among others. You can now watch our podcasts in video form both on-air or online. Tune in to an abbreviated version of the New Mexico News Insiders podcast on broadcast television every Wednesday at 10:35 p.m. on Fox New Mexico. Full video episodes are posted on KRQE's YouTube page at Having trouble finding the show? Try searching your favorite podcast player with the term 'KRQE' or 'New Mexico News Insiders' (without the quotes). You can also use the links above to find the podcast on each service or listen to the audio player at the top of this post. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion for who should be interviewed on the podcast, let us know! Email your hosts at or Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
BBC News
28-01-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Lion Television Scotland secures the contract to produce the new series of Balamory
Following a tender process Lion Television Scotland, an All3Media company, has secured the contract to produce the return of CBeebies iconic hit, Balamory. The tendering of the series was an open invitation to pitch for fair selection. The tender was launched in September 2024 and from a field of eligible tenderers, Lion Television Scotland's bid scored highest against the published criteria. Originally produced between 2002 until 2005, over two decades later the show will receive a revamp and is sure to be a nostalgic hit with parents who grew up watching the show themselves, as well as with their little ones. Exact details of the reboot will be developed and is set to be inspired by the original family favourite. Kate Morton, Senior Head of Commissioning 0-6 for BBC Children's and Education says: 'Audiences new and old are set to fall in love with this new series on CBeebies about the small island community of Balamory in Scotland from 2026. 'This was a highly competitive bidding process and we would like to commend all the shortlisted producers for the high quality and comprehensive bids they put forward.' Lisa Hazlehurst, Head of Lion Television Scotland & Executive Producer says: 'We at Lion Television Scotland are thrilled to be chosen to reboot the beloved Balamory. It was thanks to the dedication and expertise of the team who crafted a brilliant pitch and who can't wait to get going with CBeebies on creating new adventures for such a much-loved and iconic show. 'Having been a key part of the Scottish industry for 26 years we are excited to contribute to its growth and eager to create a series that will captivate the next generation of young children and the grown-ups in their lives.' Commissioned for two new series on CBeebies (10 x14' episodes each), families will be able to enjoy the home-grown storytelling about the small island community of Balamory from 2026, which will once again be filmed in Scotland. Further details of the cast and location are set to be announced in 2025. HH
