By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In a treat for your big pointy ears, TCG Entertainment is bringing the soundtrack from the 1989 Batman film to symphony halls around the world. The concert will celebrate the 35th anniversary of the blockbuster film, and will include the entirety of Danny Elfman's soundtrack for the film. “Hot on the heels of our success with our … [Read more...] about Holy Live Symphony, Batman! TCG Stages Batman-Inspired Concert
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Mattel Forges Strategic Ad Sales Partnership With Pocket.watch
Pocket.watch Granted Exclusive Ad Inventory Sales Rights to Mattel’s YouTube Brand Channels Including Barbie, Hot Wheels, and American Girl By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toy giant Mattel has signed a deal granting kids and family content creator Pocket.watch exclusive rights to sell advertising on its YouTube channels. The agreement covers more than 90 of … [Read more...] about Mattel Forges Strategic Ad Sales Partnership With Pocket.watch
IMG to Represent Keanu Reeves’ BRZRKR Comic Book Series
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief IMG is getting into the comics business with a BOOM!, as it has been appointed licensing agency for the BRZRKR series from Keanu Reeves. BRZRKR is a record breaking comic book series from BOOM! Studios that was created by actor Keanu Reeves and co-written with bestselling writer Matt Kindt. IMG has now been appointed as the brand's … [Read more...] about IMG to Represent Keanu Reeves’ BRZRKR Comic Book Series
Experiential Licensing: Falcon’s Beyond Soars With Huge Deal In China
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The theme park company Falcon's Beyond has inked a massive deal in China with the retail experience company K11 Group. The agreement combines the licensing-focused experiential company Falcon's Beyond with K11, one of the world's largest companies working in the area of retail entertainment. The deal will initially see Falcon's Beyond … [Read more...] about Experiential Licensing: Falcon’s Beyond Soars With Huge Deal In China
Must Read: Universal Music’s Grand Experiments With AI and Music Streaming Payments
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Universal Music Group is making huge moves to change how musicians are paid for streaming fees and for the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI). The company, known as one of the 'Big Three' for music companies globally, is working with the Deezer platform on streaming rights, and with Google on a deal to use musician's … [Read more...] about Must Read: Universal Music’s Grand Experiments With AI and Music Streaming Payments
Rocket Licensing Announces Expansion of Miffy x Skinnydip Fashion Line
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Success brings its own rewards, and in the case of Miffy and Skinnydip, a successful launch in July has resulted in a new fashion line. The beloved kid's brand Miffy collaborated with Skinnydip, a supplier of quirky accessories, clothing and lifestyle products, in a multi-product launch in July. Thanks to the high sell-through rate, … [Read more...] about Rocket Licensing Announces Expansion of Miffy x Skinnydip Fashion Line
Peppa Pig Featured in Apparel Line from London’s Natural History Museum
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro and the Natural History Museum are releasing a licensed Peppa Pig apparel collection available exclusively at F&F Tesco in the UK. "As we celebrate Hasbro’s 100th anniversary this year and lead into Peppa Pig’s 20th in 2024, we want to bring our littlest fans in on the fun with collaborations that foster creativity, adventure … [Read more...] about Peppa Pig Featured in Apparel Line from London’s Natural History Museum
PBS KIDS Expands Growing Library of Podcasts
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterPBS KIDS is adding new audio content to its portfolio of family-friendly podcast series for release this this fall.The new content will include an original podcast series called Jamming On The Job, a new season of The Arthur Podcast and a new series called Playdate With The Wombats!.“We’re so excited to introduce kids to fresh, fun podcasts that … [Read more...] about PBS KIDS Expands Growing Library of Podcasts
Heathside Trading Creating Stargate Collectibles With MGM
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter In an agreement brokered by Rocket Licensing, Heathside Trading has partnered with MGM to manufacture and distribute licensed collectibles for the Stargate franchise. Heathside Trading Ltd is a UK-based manufacturing and wholesale company that specializes in licensed pop-culture consumer products. The company offers product ranges … [Read more...] about Heathside Trading Creating Stargate Collectibles With MGM
Round Room Live to Bring Sesame Street to Live Stage
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop and Round Room Live have partnered to create a licensed theatrical production called Sesame Street Live. The Sesame Street Live show is expected to debut across the U.S. and Canada beginning next year. “We are so thrilled to partner with Sesame Workshop to bring the delight and joy of Sesame Street to families across … [Read more...] about Round Room Live to Bring Sesame Street to Live Stage