The Teddy Bears’ Picnic

“Teddy Bears’ Picnic” is a song consisting of a melody by American composer John Walter Bratton, written in 1907, and lyrics added by Irish songwriter Jimmy Kennedy in 1932. It remains popular as a children’s song, having been recorded by numerous artists over the decades. Kennedy lived at Staplegrove Elm and is buried in Staplegrove Church, Taunton, Somerset, England. Local folklore has it that the small wooded area between the church and Staplegrove Scout Hut was the inspiration for his lyrics.

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Derek's Recollections:

Simply put the whole animation period I went through was a great educational experience. I learned how to format. I learned how to write. I learned how to do character arcs, story arcs, how to do things in three acts with an epilogue.

The animation experience from a technical point of view was fantastic. From a monetary and a career path. It was a disaster.


Derek's Role: Writer

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