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Sesame Workshop Names Joseph Giraldi as Chief Operating Officer

TLL Staff Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization best known for the groundbreaking show  Sesame Street, has appointed Joseph Giraldi as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Giraldi will lead the organization’s operational strategy to continue delivering innovative educational media and impactful initiatives to children and families worldwide. He will … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Names Joseph Giraldi as Chief Operating Officer

Disney Expands “Bluey” Experiences Across Theme Parks, Cruises, and Theaters

TLL Staff Disney Experiences is partnering with BBC Studios to bring the hit series Bluey to its resorts and cruise lines. Bluey follows the adventures of a loveable, inexhaustible blue heeler puppy who lives with her parents and little sister, Bingo. The series is celebrated for its humor, creativity, and heartwarming storytelling that resonates with children and adults … [Read more...] about Disney Expands “Bluey” Experiences Across Theme Parks, Cruises, and Theaters

Spencer’s Launches Sleep Token Merch for ‘Teeth of God’ Tour

TLL Staff Global Merchandising Services and Spencer's have released a limited-edition collection inspired by Sleep Token’s 2024 Teeth of God Tour. Starting January 2, 2025, fans can purchase exclusive apparel at select Spencer’s locations. Sleep Token, known for their atmospheric sound and enigmatic presence, blends alternative, metal, and ambient music to create … [Read more...] about Spencer’s Launches Sleep Token Merch for ‘Teeth of God’ Tour

Disney and BBC Studios Announce Animated Bluey Film

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has partnered with The Walt Disney Company to develop an animated feature film for the Bluey entertainment franchise. “We are incredibly excited to take Bluey to cinemas given its extraordinary success on a global scale – it is some of the most popular IP in the world," said BBC Studios CEO, Tom Fussell. "It has been such a … [Read more...] about Disney and BBC Studios Announce Animated Bluey Film

RAID: Shadow Legends Runs Masters of the Universe Collaboration

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The RAID: Shadow Legends role-playing game is running a limited-edition licensing collaboration with Masters of the Universe. Launched in partnership with Mattel and UP&E, the exclusive collaboration has brought He-Man and Skeletor to the the RAID: Shadow Legends game as new Legendary Champions. Running from November 25, 2024 … [Read more...] about RAID: Shadow Legends Runs Masters of the Universe Collaboration

Wildbrain Builds on LEGO Partnership with YouTube Distribution Agreement

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain and the Lego Group have expanded their existing partnership to include licensed Lego content on Wildbrain's YouTube distribution network. An expansion of an existing licensing partnership, the updated agreement has added official content from four different Lego franchises to the company's extensive global network of Youtube … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Builds on LEGO Partnership with YouTube Distribution Agreement

Miraculous Corp Partners with Big Picture Licensing to Expand UK Presence

TLL Staff Miraculous Corp. and ZAG have appointed Big Picture Licensing  to represent the global superhero hit Miraculous in the UK and Eire. Set in modern-day Paris, the Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir animated series follows teenagers Marinette and Adrien, who transform into superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir to balance their daily lives with saving the city from … [Read more...] about Miraculous Corp Partners with Big Picture Licensing to Expand UK Presence

HBO and Max Decide Not to Renew Sesame Street Deal

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief 'How to get to Sesame Street' is now an open question, as Max and HBO say they won't renew their deal for new episodes of the legendary kid's show. Sesame Street, now in its 55th season, has been on the air long enough that the kids who watched the original episodes are now tuning in with their grandchildren. The series was a trail-blazer … [Read more...] about HBO and Max Decide Not to Renew Sesame Street Deal

“Dream Partnership:” Aardman Producing Content for Pokémon

TLL Staff The animation studio Aardman, creators of Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run, and Shaun the Sheep, is bringing its stop-motion expertise to the world of Pokémon. The Pokémon Company International and Aardman announced Wednesday that content coming from their collaboration will be released sometime in 2027. What will that content consist of? Unfortunately, there are … [Read more...] about “Dream Partnership:” Aardman Producing Content for Pokémon