By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop and the PNC Foundation have released new resources to help young children learn basic concepts related to financial education. Sesame Workshop is a global nonprofit organization that focuses on educational resources, entertainment media, outreach programs, and research initiatives to support children and families … [Read more...] about Sesame Street Gang Teaching Kids to Manage Money
Entertainment/Character
TeamTO Adapts Elisabeth: Princess of Versaille As Animated Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter TeamTO has acquired the rights to adapt the Elisabeth: Princess of Versailles book series into an animated production. TeamTO is a French childrens' entertainment company that focuses on producing film and TV content based on both licensed and internally-developed IP. TeamTO's productions air on broadcasting and streaming channels … [Read more...] about TeamTO Adapts Elisabeth: Princess of Versaille As Animated Series
New Animated Series Collaboration Has the Recipe For Success
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Toonz Media Group and Epic Story Media have partnered with celebrity chef Aliya LeeKong to produce a new animated series called Issa’s Edible Adventures. Toonz, Epic and LeeKong will be jointly responsible for developing, financing, producing and distributing the new TV series. “We’re extremely excited to work with Aliya and the Toonz … [Read more...] about New Animated Series Collaboration Has the Recipe For Success
Spin Master Wins Global Toy Rights to New Dora the Explorer Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master has secured the global toy licensing rights for the upcoming Paramount+ original series, Dora. Produced by Nickelodeon Animation, Dora is a new preschool series that is based on the original Dora the Explorer entertainment franchise. The upcoming CG-animated preschool series will feature established characters and … [Read more...] about Spin Master Wins Global Toy Rights to New Dora the Explorer Series
United Talent Agency Bringing Star Power to Toy Fair New York
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global talent agency UTA is bringing a roster of new children's IP to the North American International Toy Fair. United Talent Agency's slate of new children's entertainment properties includes Gracie’s Corner, Bedtime Defenderz, Danny Go! And Norris Nuts. UTA's involvement bodes well for the licensing opportunities surrounding … [Read more...] about United Talent Agency Bringing Star Power to Toy Fair New York
SEGA and Wildbrain Secure Some ‘Super Sonic’ Licensees
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain CPLG and SEGA of America have secured multiple new licensing partnerships for the Sonic Prime Netflix series. Sonic Prime is an animated adventure series that follows Sonic the Hedgehog as he journeys through a warped multiverse to restore his original reality. The Sonic Prime series is jointly produced, distributed, and … [Read more...] about SEGA and Wildbrain Secure Some ‘Super Sonic’ Licensees
Construction Zone: Spin Master Announces Production on Paw Patrol III
Hit Series Also Reveals Two New Licensing Deals with Hasbro's Monopoly and Burger King TLL Staff The second Paw Patrol isn't even out yet and Spin Master has confirmed there will be a third film in the series. Spin Master has announced that it will co-produce the Paw Patrol threequel with its partners Nickelodeon Movies and Paramount Pictures for theatrical release in … [Read more...] about Construction Zone: Spin Master Announces Production on Paw Patrol III
Wildbrain CPLG and MGM Consumer Products Expand Wednesday Addams Licensing Program
By Allison Warkinson TLL ReporterWildBrain CPLG and MGM Consumer Products have launched an extensive global licensing program for the studio’s supernatural comedy series, Wednesday.“It’s been exciting to see the fandom for Wednesday grow so quickly internationally," said MGM head, Robert Marick. "With the support of WildBrain CPLG and our international partners, we are looking … [Read more...] about Wildbrain CPLG and MGM Consumer Products Expand Wednesday Addams Licensing Program
ZAG Appoints Nelvana to Represent Miraculous and Ghostforce in Canada
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterNelvana has been appointed as the exclusive Canadian licensing and merchandising agent for the ZAG HEROEZ brands Miraculous and Ghostforce. “Nelvana’s expertise across the Canadian market is unparalleled, and we are confident they are the best partners for us to expand the Miraculous brand across the region by securing new partners and expanding … [Read more...] about ZAG Appoints Nelvana to Represent Miraculous and Ghostforce in Canada
Empire Multimedia to Represent Princess Sam in Asia-Pacific Region
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Princess Sam Consumer Products (PSCP) has appointed Empire Multimedia Corporation as its licensing agent for Tara Duncan across multiple territories in the Asia-Pacific region. Empire Multimedia Corporation (EMC) is a marketing and licensing company that specializes in brand management and character licensing. “With more than three … [Read more...] about Empire Multimedia to Represent Princess Sam in Asia-Pacific Region