By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nelvana and Mattel Television Studios are co-producing a new animated series for the Barney franchise following a fourteen-year hiatus for the children's entertainment brand. The new Barney's World animated series follows the classic Barney character and his friends as they play on a playground and learn life lessons about love, … [Read more...] about Barney’s Back in New Mattel x Nelvana Series
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Nelvana Named Canadian Licensing Agency for MGA Entertainment
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nelvana has signed a licensing and consumer product representation agreement with MGA Entertainment for the company's Canadian expansion initiatives. A subsidiary of Corus Entertainment, Nelvana is an entertainment company and licensing agency that specializes in producing and distributing branded children's entertainment, in addition to … [Read more...] about Nelvana Named Canadian Licensing Agency for MGA Entertainment
ZAG Appoints Nelvana to Represent Miraculous and Ghostforce in Canada
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterNelvana has been appointed as the exclusive Canadian licensing and merchandising agent for the ZAG HEROEZ brands Miraculous and Ghostforce. “Nelvana’s expertise across the Canadian market is unparalleled, and we are confident they are the best partners for us to expand the Miraculous brand across the region by securing new partners and expanding … [Read more...] about ZAG Appoints Nelvana to Represent Miraculous and Ghostforce in Canada
Corus Entertainment’s Waterside Studios Begins Production on Geek Girl TV Series
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterCorus Entertainment’s Waterside Studios has started production on a TV series based on the Geek Girl novel franchise by Holly Smales.Waterside Studios is a Corus-owned IP and production venture that specializes in scripted media content.“As Corus continues to build a content powerhouse, Geek Girl brings together Corus’ incredible collection of … [Read more...] about Corus Entertainment’s Waterside Studios Begins Production on Geek Girl TV Series
Nelvana Partners With Polygon Pictures For Japanese Childrens’ Content
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterCorus Entertainment’s Nelvana studio has entered a development deal with Polygon Pictures to deliver Japanese animated childrens' content. Founded in 1983, Polygon Pictures is a Japan-based digital animation studio that produces high-quality entertainment content. The new development collaboration leverages Polygon’s reputation in the Japanese … [Read more...] about Nelvana Partners With Polygon Pictures For Japanese Childrens’ Content
Nelvana Studio Places Bet on A Horse Named Steve
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sixteen South has partnered with Nelvana studio to co-develop and co-produce a 2D-animated series based on A Horse Named Steve. A Horse Named Steve is a picture book series that is written and illustrated by Kelly Collier. The first book was released in 2017 by the children’s publishing company Kids Can Press. “As we celebrate our … [Read more...] about Nelvana Studio Places Bet on A Horse Named Steve
Corus Launches New Merch Line Inspired by HGTV Star Bryan Baeumler
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Corus Entertainment's Nelvana and Baeumler Productions have partnered to launch a licensed merchandise line called 43°N by Bryan Baeumler. Bryan Baeumler is a contractor, entrepreneur and host of HGTV Canada series, including Island of Bryan, Renovation Resort, House of Bryan, Leave it to Bryan, Bryan Inc. and Disaster DIY. "Through … [Read more...] about Corus Launches New Merch Line Inspired by HGTV Star Bryan Baeumler
Corus Debuts New Kids Series Based on Property Brothers
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Corus Entertainment is debuting a new, animated childrens' series inspired by the Property Brothers home improvement franchise. The original 3D-animated series, Builder Brothers Dream Factory, will feature child characters inspired by the reality TV hosts Drew and Jonathan Scott, also known as the Property Brothers. Drew and Jonathan … [Read more...] about Corus Debuts New Kids Series Based on Property Brothers
Corus Entertainment: Big Changes Coming to Children’s Programming in Canada
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Canadian media giant Corus Entertainment just announced it is rolling out major changes to its children's entertainment platforms. Those changes should positively impact those working in the licensing of content or entertainment characters, as Corus expands its reach in both streaming and linear TV. Corus is also a major partner of Warner … [Read more...] about Corus Entertainment: Big Changes Coming to Children’s Programming in Canada
Babar Gets New Duds in Deal With Rowing Blazers
The world's most popular elephant character, Babar, will now have his own line of apparel and accessories through New York clothing brand and retailer Rowing Blazers. The agreement was made with international kid's show producer Nelvana and The Clifford Ross Company, which has owned the rights since 1986. The collaboration, launched globally on Rowing Blazers’ website on Dec. … [Read more...] about Babar Gets New Duds in Deal With Rowing Blazers