By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global preschool brand Zoonicorn is coming to Licensing Expo with a bevy of fresh new licensing deals and expanded streaming territories. Zoonicorn is a fun and educational animated preschool series, with short, kid-friendly episodes of seven minutes each. The series, co-produced by Toonz Entertainment and … [Read more...] about Fast Growing Zoonicorn Brand Seeks Licensing Partners at Expo
Children's Shows
Paramount Global Announces Leadership Shakeup
Bob Bakish Stepping Down, Trio of Execs to Share CEO Role Photo: George Cheeks, Chris McCarthy and Brian Robbins will collectively replace Bakish in a new "Office of the CEO." Photo credit: Paramount Global. By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Paramount Global is making major changes, as long-time CEO Bob Bakish is stepping down, to be replaced by a three-person Office … [Read more...] about Paramount Global Announces Leadership Shakeup
All Art Licensing Leading Zoonicorn Stampede at Licensing Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global preschool brand Zoonicorn is coming to Licensing Expo with a bevy of fresh new licensing deals and expanded streaming territories. Zoonicorn is an educational and fun preschool animated series, with short, kid-friendly episodes of seven minutes each. The series, co- produced by Toonz Entertainment and Zoonicorn, LLC, and … [Read more...] about All Art Licensing Leading Zoonicorn Stampede at Licensing Expo
Update: ‘S’ is for ‘Settlement’ on Sesame Street This Week
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Good news for Sesame Workshop, which staved off a potential strike by writers and achieved a tentative agreement with their union. There was a very real chance writers for Sesame Workshop could have hit the picket line as their contract ended on April 19. Instead, the company has reached a tentative agreement, and writers with the Writers … [Read more...] about Update: ‘S’ is for ‘Settlement’ on Sesame Street This Week
The Business Hub Group Named Licensing Representative for Vila Sésamo
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterSesame Workshop has named the Business Hub Group its official licensing agent for Vila Sésamo in Brazil.Vila Sésamo is the Brazilian edition of the children's educational entertainment franchise, Sesame Street.“For over 50 years, Vila Sésamo has been bringing engaging content and joyful experiences to children and families with iconic characters … [Read more...] about The Business Hub Group Named Licensing Representative for Vila Sésamo
Peppa Pig Covers Katy Perry Hit Song ‘Roar’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toy and play giant Hasbro has just released a new cover of Katy Perry's monster hit "Roar" by the Queen of Preschool herself, Peppa Pig. In return, Katy Perry has released a cover of Peppa Pig's big hit, "Oink." (Okay, we just made that up, but wouldn't that be great?) Peppa Pig's music video and the song track are now available to … [Read more...] about Peppa Pig Covers Katy Perry Hit Song ‘Roar’
Licensing Works! Introducing Wingfeather Saga at Licensing Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Wingfeather Saga, the largest crowd-funded animated series of all time, will be repped by Licensing Works! at Licensing Expo. In addition, Licensing Works! will also be representing several timeless brands that have been licensing stalwarts over the decades. Those brands include Le Petit Prince/The Little Prince and Antoine de … [Read more...] about Licensing Works! Introducing Wingfeather Saga at Licensing Expo
Bulldog Licensing Secures New Licensees for Care Bears’ UK Expansion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bulldog Licensing has secured new licensed product partnerships with Concept One and Little K Clothing for CloudCo Entertainment's Care Bears franchise. Bulldog is an independent licensing agency that works alongside brands to develop merchandise and consumer product programs for both the UK and international retail market. The agency is … [Read more...] about Bulldog Licensing Secures New Licensees for Care Bears’ UK Expansion
Who’s News: BBC Studios Promotes Murilo Hinojosa to Consumer Products VP for Latin America
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has promoted Murilo Hinojosa to the position of VP for consumer products and commercial partnerships across Latin America. Since he first joined BBC Studios in 2021, Hinojosa has been responsible for growing the Bluey childrens' brand throughout Mexico and Latin America. This included securing new territorial agents and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: BBC Studios Promotes Murilo Hinojosa to Consumer Products VP for Latin America
Puzzle Post Partners with Novel Entertainment for Licensed Horrid Henry Games
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Novel Entertainment has partnered with Puzzle Post to develop two escape room-inspired puzzle games based on the Horrid Henry IP. Puzzle Post is a UK-based toy and game company that focuses on the concept of of an escape room challenge in an envelope. The company creates high-quality puzzles and games that are delivered in the mail for … [Read more...] about Puzzle Post Partners with Novel Entertainment for Licensed Horrid Henry Games