BBC Studios Expands Bluey Global Licensing Program
Bluey, the Emmy Award-winning sensation that has been winning over preschoolers and families worldwide, is expanding its licensing program with new partners.
Feld Entertainment Announces the Return of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey
Feld Entertainment, a family-owned company and worldwide leader in live entertainment experiences, announces the long-awaited return of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. The American icon emerges as a dynamic, multi-platform entertainment franchise, providing families the opportunity to connect in fun, engaging ways. The live production of The Greatest Show On Earth will debut fall 2023.
Silvergate Media announces Warner Bros. Discovery partnership for Octonauts in Latin America
Silvergate Media (Silvergate) is proud to announce that Warner Bros. Discovery’s preschool channel Cartoonito and streaming platform HBO Max have secured the rights for the acclaimed animated series Octonauts in Latin America. Octonauts Series 1-3 will be available to watch on Cartoonito and HBO Max in neutral Spanish (Latin Spanish) and Brazilian Portuguese later in the year. Silvergate will also launch local language Octonauts YouTube channels in the Latin American region building on…
The ICTI Ethical Toy Program Announces New Assessment Module
The ICTI Ethical Toy Program (IETP) has announced the launch of an Environmental Assessment Module, a new online tool to facilitate climate action for the global supply chain. IETP’s Environmental Assessment (EA) is a quick and cost-effective solution companies can use to gain oversight of the positive and negative environmental impacts of their business operations and those of their suppliers.
Scholastic Entertainment & Apple TV+ Announce “Eva the Owlet”
Apple TV+ has announced a series order for “Eva the Owlet,” a new animated kids and family series based on the New York Times bestselling Scholastic book series “Owl Diaries” by award-winning author Rebecca Elliott. Since first being published, “Owl Diaries” now has eight foreign language translations and 3 million copies in print. Produced by Scholastic Entertainment and animated by Brown Bag Films, “Eva the Owlet” also features original songs by critically acclaimed musician and singer-songwriter Fitz of Fitz and the Tantrums.
The Noble Collection to Release Special Edition E.T. Collection for Film’s 40th Anniversary
The Noble Collection, announces the launch of their special edition E.T. 40th Anniversary Collection in collaboration with NBCUniversal, to celebrate the timeless film, E.T: the Extra-Terrestrial from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment.
Toy Association & Clamour Unveil Influencers’ Top Toy Picks for Spring & Summer 2022
As kids and families gear up for a fun-filled summer of play, the “Best of Spring & Summer 2022 Influencer Choice List,” presented by The Toy Association and powered by Clamour, unveiled the hottest toys and games as voted on by top-tier toy and family content creators. Consumers can shop the list for toy ideas that will keep kids engaged all summer long – from playthings perfect for backyard fun to creative toys and games for rainy days.
Cartoon Saloon Signs New Licensing Partners for Irish Folklore Trilogy
Five-time Academy Award, Golden Globe, BAFTA and Emmy-nominated animation studio, Cartoon Saloon heads into the upcoming Licensing Expo in Las Vegas announcing a slate of new licensing partners for its Irish Folklore Trilogy, all created and directed by Tomm Moore, a co-founder of Cartoon Saloon. The Irish Folklore Trilogy includes Academy Award-nominated features WolfWalkers (directed by Ross Stewart), and Song of the Sea and The Secret of Kells (co-directed by Nora Twomey). The announcement was made today by Brian Tyrrell, General Manager of Cartoon Saloon Brand Development, who will be attending Licensing Expo for in-person meetings.
Genius Brands Signs 20-Year Deal with Marvel Studios to License “Stan Lee” for Use in Future Projects
Stan Lee Universe, LLC Genius Brands International’s controlled venture with POW! Entertainment, has signed a 20-year deal to license the name and likeness of Stan Lee to Marvel Studios for future feature films and television productions, as well as use in Disney theme parks and experiences worldwide.