By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop has promoted producer Kim Díaz as its new Vice President of Creative Development. As VP of Creative Development, Díaz will develop and lead the creative development strategy for new long-form and short-form series, specials, and other programming initiatives for Sesame Workshop. She will also be responsible for … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Sesame Workshop Appoints New Head of Creative Development
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Arsenal x TfL Collab a Football Match Made in Heaven
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter TSBA Group has brokered a deal between Arsenal Football Club and Transport for London for a licensed apparel and accessories collection. The licensed product range celebrates Arsenal station, the London Underground station named after the Arsenal Football Club, following its name change from Gillespie Road in 1932. “It is wonderful to … [Read more...] about Arsenal x TfL Collab a Football Match Made in Heaven
Sustainability: McCain and Roblox Promote Regenerative Farming
By Rob Hutchins Editor at Products of Change McCain Foods is entering the Metaverse to introduce its new Regen Fries – chips made with potatoes grown using regenerative farming methods - as part of the #SaveOurSoil initiative. McCain’s Regen Fries are produced via regenerative farming methods which build soil health, improve biodiversity, and enhance on-farm resilience … [Read more...] about Sustainability: McCain and Roblox Promote Regenerative Farming
NFL and Arcade1Up Have Officially Released NFL Blitz Legends
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The NFL and Arcade1Up have officially launched NFL Blitz Legends, a home arcade machine featuring three remastered titles from the NFL Blitz game franchise. “Working with Arcade1Up to revive NFL Blitz allows a new wave of fans to enjoy the iconic franchise while also giving existing fans the chance to experience the classic game they grew … [Read more...] about NFL and Arcade1Up Have Officially Released NFL Blitz Legends
The Hundreds and Manic Panic Release a Collaboration to Dye For
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Hundreds and Manic Panic have partnered on a licensed collection of apparel and co-branded hair dye. The licensing collaboration between the two companies was brokered by Pacific Swell Brands, a boutique licensing agency that specializes in extending brands into new consumer products and markets. The co-branded collection by The … [Read more...] about The Hundreds and Manic Panic Release a Collaboration to Dye For
New Licensed CP Products Released to Mark 80 Years of Tweety
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Warner Bros. Discovery is releasing new licensed consumer products collections for the ongoing 80 Years of Tweety anniversary celebration. The Tweety character is a part of the Warner Bros. Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of animated cartoons. The character debuted in the 1942 short, A Tale of Two Kitties. Since its initial debut, … [Read more...] about New Licensed CP Products Released to Mark 80 Years of Tweety
Kura Sushi Restaurants Offer Tetris-Inspired Take-Out Boxes
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Japanese restaurant chain Kura Sushi has released a clever and hilarious line of sushi boxes based on the instantly recognizable shapes from Tetris. It's another example of Tetris smartly using the shapes from the hit video game - called Tetriminos - in ways that resonate with its many fans. For example, TLL previously covered the … [Read more...] about Kura Sushi Restaurants Offer Tetris-Inspired Take-Out Boxes
Scholastic Releasing New Children’s Books Based on Dino Ranch
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Scholastic and Boat Rocker have released the fifth and sixth titles in their licensed publishing program for the preschool series Dino Ranch. The new books in the Dino Ranch publishing program include a storybook titled Pterodactyl Attack! and a Level 1 reader called Home on the Ranch. Both of these books were made available for purchase … [Read more...] about Scholastic Releasing New Children’s Books Based on Dino Ranch
Electronic Arts and Marvel Sign Landmark Video Game Deal
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Electronic Arts is collaborating with Marvel on a long-term licensing deal to develop character-driven video games for consoles and PC. Each of the games will feature an original story set in the Marvel universe. The first title in development is a single player, action-adventure game based on the Iron Man character. “We have been … [Read more...] about Electronic Arts and Marvel Sign Landmark Video Game Deal
Ghibli Studios Opens Long Awaited Theme Park in Japan
The dedicated fans of Studio Ghibli fans are celebrating this week as a new theme park opened based on the studio's animated hit films. Ghibli Park opened on Nov. 1 in Aichi prefecture, less than an hour by train from the major city Kyoto. The park brings to life characters and scenes from films like Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro in a facility built inside the Aichi … [Read more...] about Ghibli Studios Opens Long Awaited Theme Park in Japan