By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief It looks like Fred Rogers Productions has another hit on its hands, as Alma's Way has been renewed for Season 2 on PBS Kids. The show was created by Sonia Manzano, famed for her role as Maria on Sesame Street, and produced in association with Pipeline Studios (Elinor Wonders Why). The new season is scheduled to premiere in Fall 2023 and … [Read more...] about Alma’s Way Renewed for Season 2 as Licensing Campaign Heats Up
Children's Shows
Envestment Clients Learn Finance With Nickelodeon’s Mr. Krabs
Nickelodeon Deal Brings the Spongebob Squarepants character Mr. Krabs Into Company's "Intelligent Financial Life" Portal By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Who better than the skinflint, sharp-eyed Mr. Krabs to teach the value of a dollar? Or, in this case, maybe a sand dollar? The financial firm Envestment is partnering with Nickelodeon to take a closer look at SpongeBob … [Read more...] about Envestment Clients Learn Finance With Nickelodeon’s Mr. Krabs
Who’s News: New Positions at Paramount Global and Penguin Ventures
Paramount Global Promotes Pamela Kaufman to CEO of Global CP & Experiences Penguin Ventures Appoints Zoe Smith as Senior Category Manager, UK Softlines Veteran licensing exec Pamela Kaufman has been promoted to take on the role of president and CEO of international markets, global consumer products and experiences, effective immediately. The newly created position reports … [Read more...] about Who’s News: New Positions at Paramount Global and Penguin Ventures
Experiential Licensing: Angry Birds Staging First-Ever Live Show
Allison Watkinson TLL Editor in Chief Angry Birds is tapping into the explosive growth of Location-Based Entertainment, announcing its first-ever live show. The new show will be produced in partnership between Kilburn Live, a global market leader in branded live family entertainment, and Rovio Entertainment Corporation, creators of the global phenomenon Angry Birds mobile … [Read more...] about Experiential Licensing: Angry Birds Staging First-Ever Live Show
Technology: House of Mouse Dives Into Metaverse With Disney Accelerator
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The world's largest licensor is investing in Web3, metaverse technologies this week, taking six companies into its Disney Accelerator program. The Disney Accelerator was set up by The Walt Disney Company as a way to help younger tech companies that align with its vision for the future. In this case, Disney has announced that all six of its … [Read more...] about Technology: House of Mouse Dives Into Metaverse With Disney Accelerator
Who’s News: ZAG Appoints Head of CP for Europe
Luca Bonecchi, formerly an executive with Entertainment One, has been appointed as the new Head of Consumer Product for the animation studio ZAG. In his new role, Bonecchi will be in charge of all CP sales and licensing for all of Europe, with the exception of Germany and France. The announcement was made by Julian Zag, EVP Global Operations and Head of Consumer Products, to … [Read more...] about Who’s News: ZAG Appoints Head of CP for Europe
Squishmallows Unveils Pokemon Plush at San Diego Comic-Con
Jazwares officially said, "Pikachu! I choose you!" this week, as the innovative toyco unveiled its new Squishmallows x Pokèmon collection at San Diego Comic-Con. The plush collection is a collaboration with The Pokémon Company International, combining the loveable personalities of Squishmallows with the most iconic Pokémon in the franchise. “Joining forces with Pokémon to … [Read more...] about Squishmallows Unveils Pokemon Plush at San Diego Comic-Con
Trade Shows: Dr. Seuss Unveils Available Licenses for Brand Licensing Europe
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Licensees will find Brand Licensing Europe a good opportunity to approach Dr. Seuss for new licenses, as the brand plans a major CP expansion. Dr. Seuss Enterprises is already one of the world's top licensors and has been a leading children's entertainment company since 1993. The company has turned Dr. Seuss' whimsical drawings and clever … [Read more...] about Trade Shows: Dr. Seuss Unveils Available Licenses for Brand Licensing Europe
Character Licensing: Horrid Henry and Madlug Team Up to Help Children in Care
The UK's popular Horrid Henry cartoon is loaning its brand to social organization Madlug to help "care experienced children." That phrase in the UK refers to children in care, which may be under a Compulsory Supervision Order at home, or in a foster home situation. Brand owner Novel Entertainment says it's teaming up with Madlug "to support the company’s mission to raise … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: Horrid Henry and Madlug Team Up to Help Children in Care
Character Licensing: Pokemon Getting a Poetic Apparel Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The specialist apparel licensee, Poetic Brands, has partnered with ASOS to design and manufacture a Pokemon-themed apparel collection. The collection features t-shirts, dresses, hoodies, knitwear, shorts, a denim jacket, denim short dungarees, swimwear and accessories. “We are thrilled to launch this '90s inspired cross category collection … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: Pokemon Getting a Poetic Apparel Collection