FormatBiz | Cottonwood Media, ZDF, and France Télévisions Greenlight 3D CGI Animated Series 20 Dance Street

Cottonwood Media, in collaboration with ZDF, ZDF Studios, and France Télévisions, has announced the production of the 3D CGI animated series 20 Dance Street, adapted from the French children's book series 20 allée de la danse by Elizabeth Barféty.

The series follows 11-year-old Maya, who leaves the Caribbean to join the prestigious Paris Opera Ballet School, navigating challenges and joys while pursuing her dream of becoming a prima ballerina. Her resilience and altruism shine through as she is plunged into the unknown far from home, whilst moving forward through joys and sorrows, guided by a single dream, to become a prima ballerina. The series blends drama and comedy with a serialized arc that follows Maya during her first year at the ballet school.

The production features ultra-realistic dance scenes captured from professional dancers, aiming to captivate children aged 6-11 with its blend of drama, comedy, and serialized storytelling. Federation Kids & Family and ZDF Studios will handle worldwide sales, with pre-production starting in fall 2024.