TLL Staff Sesame Workshop has appointed Kendall Hubert as executive vice president of revenue and philanthropy and chief development officer, the non-profit announced Monday. Hubert will be responsible for driving revenue growth, expanding philanthropic development and leading fundraising efforts for the organization, which produces the long-running children’s program Sesame … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Sesame Workshop Names Kendall Hubert EVP of Revenue and Philanthropy
Children's Shows
Color Me Mine Offers Pottery Painting for Young Fans of Gabby’s Dollhouse
TLL Staff Color Me Mine is offering themed pottery-painting activities and events at its studios, in a collaboration with the upcoming Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie. The animated DreamWorks Animation release premieres on September 26, and the nation-wide Color Me Mine event will continue through the end of October. The partnership brings characters and themes from the popular … [Read more...] about Color Me Mine Offers Pottery Painting for Young Fans of Gabby’s Dollhouse
Xilam Animation Constructs New Deals for Piggy Builders
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Xilam Animation has announced the development of a new licensing program and broadcast partnerships for its animated preschool series, Piggy Builders. France TV Distribution has been appointed as the licensing representative for Piggy Builders across France, Belgium and Switzerland. The program will focus on building a range of … [Read more...] about Xilam Animation Constructs New Deals for Piggy Builders
Phreesia is Bringing Sesame Street Characters Into the Doctor’s Office
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Phreesia is teaming up with Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind Sesame Street, to deliver health and wellness messages to parents during children’s medical appointments. Phreesia is a company specializing in digital patient intake and engagement, and has just announced a new licensing partnership with Sesame Workshop. The collaboration, … [Read more...] about Phreesia is Bringing Sesame Street Characters Into the Doctor’s Office
HPC and Little Dot Studios Expand with Digital Content Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hidden Pigeon Company (HPC) has partnered with Little Dot Studios to expand the digital presence of its children's brands on YouTube. As part of the agreement, Little Dot Studios' US-based team will provide content strategy and channel management services to optimize the existing YouTube channel for Mo Willems Workshop. “Having a … [Read more...] about HPC and Little Dot Studios Expand with Digital Content Partnership
Blue Ant Goes Public, Management Buys Out Boat Rocker Subsidiary
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Big changes in the Canadian entertainment media landscape, as Blue Ant Media has divested itself of its Boat Rocker studio in a plan to go public. Blue Ant, one of the major studios in Canada, has officially completed its previously announced reverse takeover (RTO) transaction, transitioning into a publicly listed company. The subordinate … [Read more...] about Blue Ant Goes Public, Management Buys Out Boat Rocker Subsidiary
Breakout Series Iyanu Follows Up With New Feature Film
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The makers of the new hit kids show Iyanu have announced a spin-off animated feature film will debut on August 30. Cartoon Network, HBO Max, and Lion Forge Entertainment announced the release of Iyanu: Age of Wonders at the San Diego Comic-Con. It builds on the success of the franchise’s debut season on Cartoon Network and HBO Max, which … [Read more...] about Breakout Series Iyanu Follows Up With New Feature Film
Zoonicorn Expands Licensing Portfolio Following Licensing Expo 2025
TLL Staff The hit new kids pre-school brand Zoonicorn has announced a series of new licensing agreements following its participation at Licensing Expo 2025. The deals mark a continued expansion of the brand’s consumer products portfolio, with new offerings in digital learning, home goods, oral care, and party supplies. Founded in 2015 by Mark Lubratt, Zoonicorn is a … [Read more...] about Zoonicorn Expands Licensing Portfolio Following Licensing Expo 2025
WildBrain CPLG Brings Sesame Street Licensing to the Nordics
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief WildBrain CPLG is extending its partnership with Sesame Workshop to bring Sesame Street licensing to the Nordics, including Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland. The move builds on a successful collaboration in Iberia, where Big Bird and friends have already strutted their stuff across fashion, homewares, and accessories. The timing … [Read more...] about WildBrain CPLG Brings Sesame Street Licensing to the Nordics
Nex and Sesame Workshop Cook Up Cookie Monster Game
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nex and Sesame Workshop have launched a new gaming experience called Cookie Monster’s Cookie Factory as part of their multi-title collaboration. The new release marks the fourth and final licensed Sesame Street game to be launched for their collaborative partnership. Cookie Monster’s Cookie Factory is designed as a puzzle adventure … [Read more...] about Nex and Sesame Workshop Cook Up Cookie Monster Game