New Build-A-Bear Series to Launch

Build-A-Bear Entertainment, Foundation Media Partners and Laughing Dragon Studios have teamed for the new animated series Kabu.

Kabu, for kids 7 to 11, is inspired by classic Build-A-Bear characters Bearemy and Pawlette the Bunny. An exclusive first-look episode will be screened for distributors at the upcoming Kidscreen Summit.

The series is written by Mike Mariano (My Name is Earl, Raising Hope), Drew Gormley (Family Guy), Claire Ross Dunn (Degrassi: The Next Generation, Nina’s World), Brian Clark (Glisten and the Merry Mission) and Monica Kelly (CoComelon).

“We are thrilled with this new animated series which is designed to have some of the fun tone of SpongeBob with the spontaneity of Amazing World of Gumball to create a world of entertaining twists and surprises, while still delivering a wholesome message,” noted Patrick Hughes, CEO and founder of Foundation Media. “The multi-level smart humor, impressive cast and amazing perfect balance of writers create an amazing co-viewing experience.”

Ryan Sohmer, CEO of Laughing Dragon Studios, added, “Could not be more excited about working with a storied brand like Build-A-Bear and collaborating with the amazing folks at Foundation. The vibrant Kabu universe that we’re creating will delight both young and older audiences alike and can’t wait to introduce it to the world.”

Sharon Price John, president and CEO of Build-A-Bear, said, “As an organization grounded in over 25 years of creating memorable moments with ‘retail-tainment,’ entertainment is a natural extension for the brand. The provision of new and fun ways to engage with fans and guests on multiple levels across the organization’s eco-system is expected to be a value-enhancing proposition.”