The Academy Award-nominated French animation studio Xilam Animation has upped Safaa Benazzouz to the position of EVP Distribution, effective Sept. 1. Benazzouz was previously the deputy EVP of Distribution at Xilam, but will now replace the company's outgoing EVP Distribution, Morgann Favennec. In her new role, Benazzouz will lead the worldwide distribution strategies across … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Xilam Animation Promotes Safaa Benazzouz to EVP of Distribution
Children's Shows
Sesame Street Partners on Podcast With The Happiness Lab
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop is partnering with The Happiness Lab podcast for a three-episode series featuring licensed Sesame Street characters. Launched in 2019, The Happiness Lab is an emotional well-being podcast that is hosted by Dr. Laurie Santos, a professor of psychology and head of Silliman College at Yale University. In May, Santos … [Read more...] about Sesame Street Partners on Podcast With The Happiness Lab
WildBrain to Become Global Distributor for Tencent’s Pet Hotel Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain has partnered with Tencent Video and Miaow’s House as the exclusive worldwide distributor of the Pet Hotel series outside of mainland China. “This exciting partnership with Tencent Video and Miaow’s House represents the continued expansion of our business in China and underscores WildBrain’s international reach as we introduce … [Read more...] about WildBrain to Become Global Distributor for Tencent’s Pet Hotel Series
Who’s News: Adrien Moretto Appointed GM of Millimages
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The French animation house known for Molang has appointed Adrien Moretto as General Manager. Moretto, 29, was promoted to the new role this week at the animation house Millimages, the producer of international hits like 64 Rue Du Zoo, Corneil & Bernie, Lascars, Louie, and Molang. Moretto was formerly the Head of Legal and then … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Adrien Moretto Appointed GM of Millimages
BBC Studios Kids & Family Grows Bluey Brand With Additional Licensees
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterBBC Studios Kids & Family has signed several new licensing partners for the animated preschool series Bluey. The new licensing partners for the Bluey series include American Greetings, Baby Boom, CJ Products, Crunch Pak, Dan Dee, Delta Children, Ginsey, good2grow, Idea Nuova, Studio Fun International, Tara Toy and TOMY.The licensees are … [Read more...] about BBC Studios Kids & Family Grows Bluey Brand With Additional Licensees
Cronus Global Reps Turbozaurs For Product Licensing at Toy Fair New York
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterCronus Global has been appointed to represent Tale Wind Animation's Turbozaurs series for licensing and brand partnerships in the U.S. and Canada.Cronus Global will be seeking prospective licensing partners for Turbozaurs at Toy Fair New York from Sept.30 to Oct. 3, 2023.Cronus Global is an international brand licensing agency that specializes in … [Read more...] about Cronus Global Reps Turbozaurs For Product Licensing at Toy Fair New York
Experiential Licensing: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony Tours Mexico for Warner Bros. 100th Anniversary
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterThe licensed Warner Bros. Discovery Bugs Bunny at the Symphony musical production is returning to Mexico with a four-city tour this fall.The licensed concert is scheduled to play in Puebla on Oct. 22, in Mexico City on Nov. 5, in Monterrey on Nov. 12, and in Guadalajara on Nov. 25.Created by George Daugherty and David Ka Lik Wong, Bugs Bunny at … [Read more...] about Experiential Licensing: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony Tours Mexico for Warner Bros. 100th Anniversary
American Tour Schedule For Bluey’s Live Stage Show Extended Through July 2024
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterThe licensed theatrical production, Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show! has added additional performance dates that extend its U.S. tour schedule by 12 months. The theatrical production is based on the Bluey animated children's series created by Joe Brumm. The TV series follows a young Blue Heeler puppy and her family as they play imaginative games … [Read more...] about American Tour Schedule For Bluey’s Live Stage Show Extended Through July 2024
I’m The Chef Too! To Release Hasbro-Branded Baking Kits
I’m The Chef Too! Acquires Licensing Agreements For Transformers, My Little Pony, Peppa Pig and CANDY LAND Baking Kits I’m The Chef Too! has entered into a multi-year licensing agreement with Hasbro to create co-branded cooking kits for several of their popular brands. Sold individually and as bundles online at www.imthecheftoo.com, the Transformers, My Little Pony, Peppa … [Read more...] about I’m The Chef Too! To Release Hasbro-Branded Baking Kits
Crayola Creates New Children’s Entertainment Division
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Crayola is launching a colorful new children's entertainment division called Crayola Studios. The new division will partner with IP owners, production companies and animation studios to create family-friendly content for distribution on broadcasting platforms across the globe. “As world leaders in creative self-expression, the … [Read more...] about Crayola Creates New Children’s Entertainment Division