NickALive!: 05/22/14

Thursday, May 22, 2014

Nickelodeon USA To Premiere New Viral Video Game Show "WebHeads" On Monday 2nd June 2014

Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, has announced and confirmed the exciting Nickelodeon News in the following press release, from TVByTheNumbers.com, that Nick USA will start to premiere and show the networks brand-new game show "Webheads" daily starting Monday 2nd June 2014 at 6pm (ET/PT)!

Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

NICKELODEON TO PREMIERE NEW VIRAL VIDEO GAME SHOW, WEBHEADS

HOSTED BY BIG TIME RUSH'S CARLOS PENAVEGA JUNE 2 AT 6 P.M. (ET/PT)

Series Produced by Ryan Seacrest Productions Will Combine Kids' Love of Viral Videos, Competition and Slime

Santa Monica, Calif.- May 22, 2014 – Nickelodeon combines the hilarious world of viral videos, physical challenges and slime in a fresh new format with its latest game show creation, WebHeads, premiering daily beginning Monday, June 2 at 6 P.M. (ET/PT). Hosted by Nickelodeon and Big Time Rush alum, Carlos PenaVega, and produced by Ryan Seacrest Productions, the series features kid contestants as they compete in elimination challenges revolving around viral videos. Each round will test kids' video instincts – from predicting outcomes to guessing their popularity, as voted by the studio audience. The show will anchor Nickelodeon's weekday live-action block with all-new episodes premiering Monday through Friday during the month of June.

"We are always thinking of new ways to creatively deliver content to kids, and WebHeads speaks to their love for games and short form content, while adding a fresh comedic twist of challenges," said Russell Hicks, Nickelodeon's President of Content Development and Production. "We are also thrilled to work with Ryan Seacrest Productions and have Carlos PenaVega, a long-standing member of the Nickelodeon family, host the show. His energy, charisma and raw natural talent make him the perfect fit for this project."

"We're excited to work with Nickelodeon on our first game show, which we believe will appeal to everyone in the family," said Executive Producer Ryan Seacrest. "Carlos is a terrific host, and we believe our format combines the popular obsession of viral videos with fun physical gameplay in a fresh and engaging way."

WebHeads will feature some of the internet's most watched viral videos in fun and inventive ways with games that engage and encourage viewers to play along. It is the perfect storm of brains, brawn and hysterical content that kids are compulsively consuming online. WebHeads is produced by Ryan Seacrest Productions, with Ryan Seacrest and Adam Sher serving as Executive Producers for the series.

Beginning June 2, fans can play "WebHeads To Go!" where players can experience the funny physical challenges on Nick.com, in the Nick App or on mobile web. The game puts players to the ultimate test with multiple mini-games, such as U-Tubed, Log On/Log off and Moment of Impact, which mimic themes in the show. WebHeads fans can also go online and in the Nick app to engage with the brand new show. They can get to know WebHeads' host in a series of short Carlos Cam videos, check out weekly sneak peeks of the show and watch featured full episodes. Beginning June 3, WebHeads will be available for download through iTunes, Amazon, Xbox, Sony, Vudu, Nook and Fios Flex View.

Host Carlos PenaVega broke on to the scene in Nickelodeon's hit live-action comedy series Big Time Rush, as music group member Carlos Garcia. Also a member of the real-life band, Big Time Rush has produced 3 full studio albums and embarked on 5 different tours. Most recently, PenaVega wrapped production on the indie film La Vida Robot, based on a Wired article about four undocumented Mexican-American high school students who form a robotics club and compete against MIT in a national robotics competition.

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Nickelodeon and KIDROBOT Partner to Create Exclusive "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles"-Themed Products

Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, has announced in the following press release, from Nickelodeon's Kids and Family Press Site, NickPress.com, that Nickelodeon and KIDROBOT, a premier creator and dealer of limited edition art toys, signature apparel and lifestyle accessories, have joined creative forces for the launch of an exclusive "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Kidrobot" capsule collection!

Featuring designs from Nick's CG-animated series and the classic 1980s comics, the new line includes keychains, 3 inch vinyl mini-figures, 7 inch vinyl medium figures, apparel and more. Beginning May 2014, the "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Kidrobot" product line will be available at KIDROBOT retail stores, Kidrobot.com and select specialty stores.

The "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x KIDROBOT" product line includes:

* "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Key Chains – Assortment includes 10 fully sculpted and decorated characters in the classic '80s style. Characters include: Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo, Splinter, Foot Clan, Shredder, Bebop, Rocksteady and the Kraang. $5.99

* "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" 3 inch Vinyl Mini Series – Assortment includes 10 franchise characters in classic '80s style. Characters include: Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo, Splinter, Foot Clan, Shredder, Bebop, Rocksteady and the Kraang. - $11.99

* "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" 3 inch Vinyl Ooze Action Blister Card Series – This special Ooze Action line glows in the dark and pays homage to what was on the shelf in the '80s. $9.99

* "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" 7 inch Vinyl Bebop and Rocksteady –These 7 inch franchise hit characters feature unique head sculpts and weapon accessories. $49.99

* Apparel - Apparel line feature "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" heroes and villains on hats and t-shirts for both kids and adults. $18.00 - $28.00

A preview of the "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Kidrobot" capsule is available to view here: http://issuu.com/notforsissies/docs/tmnt_lookbook_v1

Considered one of the most popular kids' entertainment brands of the 1980s, and inspired by the original "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" TV show from 1988, Kidrobot has specifically set out to pay homage in the classic form. Additionally, this will also tie in to the upcoming "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" movie from Paramount Pictures releasing August 8th and inspired by the authentic Turtle look from the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie.

Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

Nickelodeon and KIDROBOT Partner to Create Exclusive Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles-Themed Products

Beloved Turtles Franchise Gets KIDROBOT Transformation with Branded Keychains, Collectible Vinyl Figures, Apparel and More!

Santa Monica, Calif.–May 20, 2014 – Nickelodeon and KIDROBOT have joined creative forces for the launch of an exclusive Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Kidrobot capsule collection. Featuring designs from the CGanimated Nickelodeon series and the classic 1980s comics, the new line includes keychains, 3 inch vinyl mini-figures, 7 inch vinyl medium figures, apparel and more. Beginning this month, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Kidrobot product line will be available at KIDROBOT retail stores, Kidrobot.com and select specialty stores.

"There is a very rich legacy with the Turtles franchise, which we gravitated towards when designing the line. We tailored our design cues and character selection based on the cult classic 80’s Turtles," said Galen McKamy, Creative Director of KIDROBOT. "Most of us at KIDROBOT grew up with the Turtles, so naturally we are excited to rally behind the property. To put it frankly, we love this line. We could not be more thrilled to launch this to the world."

"We're thrilled to partner with Kidrobot on this brand-new collection of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles products for kids and adults," said Manuel Torres, Senior Vice President, Global Toys and Publishing, Nickelodeon Consumer Products. "KIDROBOT's creative stamp on the hit-franchise will be sure to please both new and existing fans.

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x KIDROBOT product line includes:

* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Key Chains – Assortment includes 10 fully sculpted and deco'd characters in the classic ‘80s style. Characters include: Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo, Splinter, Foot Clan, Shredder, Bebop, Rocksteady and the Kraang. $5.99

* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 3 inch Vinyl Mini Series – Assortment includes 10 franchise characters in classic ‘80s style. Characters include: Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo, Splinter, Foot Clan, Shredder, Bebop, Rocksteady and the Kraang. - $11.99

* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 3 inch Vinyl Ooze Action Blister Card Series – This special Ooze Action line glows in the dark and pays homage to what was on the shelf in the ‘80s. $9.99

* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 7 inch Vinyl Bebop and Rocksteady –These 7 inch franchise hit characters feature unique head sculpts and weapon accessories. $49.99

* Apparel- Apparel line feature Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles heroes and villains on hats and t-shirts for both kids and adults. $18.00 - $28.00

"Kidrobot is proud to partner with Nickelodeon to bring classic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to fans like never before," said Allen Richardson, Kidrobot's Director of Marketing and Licensing. "Combining Kidrobot's distinctive design with the Turtles' everlasting appeal, we are able to create a collectible line that speaks to both classic fans and newer ones alike."

Preview the capsule here: http://issuu.com/notforsissies/docs/tmnt_lookbook_v1

Considered one of the most popular kids' entertainment brands of the 1980s, and inspired by the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles TV show from 1988, Kidrobot has specifically set out to pay homage in the classic form. Additionally, this will also tie in to the upcoming Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie from Paramount Pictures releasing August 8th and inspired by the authentic Turtle look from the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie.

About Kidrobot:

Founded in 2002, Kidrobot is acknowledged worldwide as the premier creator and dealer of limited edition art toys, signature apparel and lifestyle accessories. An innovative cross between sculpture and conceptual art, Kidrobot offers not only a powerful medium for today's international fashion designers, illustrators and graffiti artists, but also the creative canvas for emerging street trends and pop art. Kidrobot toys retail anywhere from $5 to $25,000, and many appreciate in value over time. Kidrobot showcases and sells its unique take on contemporary culture at Kidrobot stores in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Boulder, and Las Vegas with temporary pop‐up stores appearing cities worldwide. Our products can be found online at Kidrobot.com and in select retailers worldwide.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 35th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 19 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B).

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Nickelodeon And Funko Expand Multi-Year Licensing Deal To Include "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles"

Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, has announced in the following press release, from Nickelodeon's Kids and Family Press Site, NickPress.com, Nickelodeon and Funko, a pop culture licensed-focused toy company will be spreading Turtle Power this summer, with the launch of "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles"-themed products!

The new product line includes vinyl figures, mystery mini-figures; bobble heads and Hikari vinyl figures featuring series favorites, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, Donatello, Splinter, Shredder, April O'Neil, Bebop, Rocksteady, and more.

"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" joins Funko's roster of Nickelodeon licenses which includes an extensive "SpongeBob SquarePants" product line.

Funko's "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" product line includes:

* "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Series 2 Pop! Vinyl

Available this July, each super stylized "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Pop! Vinyl Figure will stand 3.75-inches tall and come in a window display box. Featured characters include: Bebop, Rocksteady, April O'Neil and Foot Soldier.

* "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Hikari Japanese Vinyl Figures

Available this July, "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Hikari is a highly collectible line of clear Sofubi vinyl inspired by Japanese Vinyl Figures. Each piece will be hand numbered and limited edition. Featured characters include: Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo in various color ways.

* "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Wacky Wobblers

Available this August, each "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Wacky Wobbler will stand 7-inches tall and come complete with heads that bobble. Each Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Wacky Wobbler will stand on a base with the character's name. Featured characters include: Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, Michelangelo, Splinter and Shredder.

* "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Mystery Mini-Figures

Available this September, these 2.5-inch figures will come individually packaged in blind-box form with a 1/12 chance to get each stylized figure. Featured characters include: Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, Michelangelo, Splinter, April O'Neil, Shredder, Bebop, Rocksteady, Foot Soldier, Krang and Casey Jones.

Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

NICKELODEON AND FUNKO EXPAND MULTI-YEAR LICENSING DEAL TO INCLUDE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles-Themed Vinyl Figures, Bobble Heads and Mini-Figures, Hit Shelves this Summer!

NEW YORK–May 20, 2014 – Nickelodeon and Funko prepare to spread Turtle Power this summer, with the launch of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles-themed products. The new product line includes vinyl figures, mystery mini-figures; bobble heads and Hikari vinyl figures featuring series favorites, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, Donatello, Splinter, Shredder, April O’Neil, Bebop, Rocksteady, and more. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles joins Funko’s roster of Nickelodeon licenses which includes an extensive SpongeBob SquarePants product line.

"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is hotter than ever and we are so excited to expand our partnership with Funko to offer die-hard fans and collectors an opportunity to interact with their favorite characters from the iconic series with this cool stylized line of figures," said Manuel Torres, Senior Vice President, Global Toys and Publishing, Nickelodeon Consumer Products

"Working with the team at Nickelodeon on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles projects has been amazing. They let Funko do what Funko does best, and that is create crazy, whimsical and cool items for the Turtles brand." said Brian Mariotti, CEO of Funko.

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles product line includes:

* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Series 2 Pop! Vinyl
Available this July, each super stylized Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pop! Vinyl Figure will stand 3.75-inches tall and come in a window display box. Featured characters include: Bebop, Rocksteady, April O’Neil and Foot Soldier.

* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Hikari Japanese Vinyl Figures
Available this July, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Hikari is a highly collectible line of clear Sofubi vinyl inspired by Japanese Vinyl Figures. Each piece will be hand numbered and limited edition. Featured characters include: Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo in various color ways.

* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Wacky Wobblers
Available this August, each Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Wacky Wobbler will stand 7-inches tall and come complete with heads that bobble. Each Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Wacky Wobbler will stand on a base with the character’s name. Featured characters include: Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, Michelangelo, Splinter and Shredder.

* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mystery Mini-Figures
Available this September, these 2.5-inch figures will come individually packaged in blind-box form with a 1/12 chance to get each stylized figure. Featured characters include: Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, Michelangelo, Splinter, April O’Neil, Shredder, Bebop, Rocksteady, Foot Soldier, Krang and Casey Jones.

Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles premiered Sept. 29, 2012 and was an instant hit, drawing almost 12 million viewers during its premiere weekend. Year to date, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ranked as one of the top five series across all TV with kids 2-11, reaching more than 23 million total viewers. Funnier and with more ninjutsu than ever before Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles explores the companionship of four teenage brothers learning to rely on themselves and one another as they unravel the mystery of their existence and grow to become the heroes in a half-shell that they are destined to be. The series airs regularly on Nickelodeon [USA], Sunday mornings at 11a.m. ET/PT.

About Funko

Funko is a pop culture licensed-focused toy company located in Everett, WA. Funko currently holds more than 150 licenses including, but not limited to; Lucas Films, Marvel, Hasbro, The Walking Dead, Game of Thrones, DC Comics, NBA, Sanrio, and Disney. Funko's Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylized vinyl collectible in the world with over 10.5 million units sold in the last three years.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 35th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in almost 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 19 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B).

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Paramount Pictures' "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" To Be Released Into Select International IMAX Theatres Starting August 8

IMAX Corporation, Paramount Pictures and Platinum Dunes have today, Thursday 22nd May 2014, announced the Booyakasha TMNT news in the following press release, from PRNewswire, that Nickelodeon Movies' highly anticipated "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" movie, starring Will Arnett and Megan Fox, will be digitally re-mastered into the immersive IMAX format and released by Paramount into select international IMAX theatres starting Friday 8th August 2014!

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In this modern-day iteration of the popular franchise that has captivated audiences of all ages for decades, the Turtles must work with fearless reporter April O'Neil (Megan Fox) and her wise-cracking cameraman Vern Fenwick (Will Arnett) to save New York City and unravel Shredder's diabolical plan. Based on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles characters created by Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman, with a screenplay by Josh Appelbaum & André Nemec and Evan Daugherty, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is produced by Michael Bay (director and executive producer of the blockbuster Transformers franchise), Andrew Form, Brad Fuller, Galen Walker, Scott Mednick and Ian Bryce, and directed by Jonathan Liebesman (Wrath of the Titans).

"Longtime partners Michael Bay and Jonathan Liebesman have done a wonderful job of updating this classic franchise for a next-generation audience," said Greg Foster, Senior Executive Vice President, IMAX Corp. and CEO of IMAX Entertainment. "We look forward to teaming up with Paramount and bringing these fun, relatable and action-fueled characters to life in the most immersive way possible – through The IMAX Experience."

The IMAX release of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will be digitally re-mastered into the image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience® with proprietary IMAX DMR® (Digital Re-mastering) technology. The crystal-clear images, coupled with IMAX's customized theatre geometry and powerful digital audio, create a unique environment that will make audiences feel as if they are in the movie.

For more information about Teenage Mutant Nina Turtles, please visit Paramount's official website at http://www.teenagemutantninjaturtlesmovie.com.

About Paramount Pictures

Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. Paramount controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV Films, and Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Media Distribution, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.

About IMAX Corporation

IMAX, an innovator in entertainment technology, combines proprietary software, architecture and equipment to create experiences that take you beyond the edge of your seat to a world you've never imagined. Top filmmakers and studios are utilizing IMAX theatres to connect with audiences in extraordinary ways, and, as such, IMAX's network is among the most important and successful theatrical distribution platforms for major event films around the globe.

IMAX is headquartered in New York, Toronto and Los Angeles, with offices in London, Tokyo, Shanghai and Beijing. As of March 31, 2014, there were 840 IMAX theatres (707 commercial multiplexes, 18 commercial destinations and 115 institutions) in 57 countries.
IMAX®, IMAX® 3D, IMAX DMR®, Experience It In IMAX®, An IMAX 3D Experience®, The IMAX Experience®, IMAX Is Believing® and IMAXnXos® are trademarks of IMAX Corporation. More information about the Company can be found at www.imax.com. You may also connect with IMAX on Facebook (www.facebook.com/imax), Twitter (www.twitter.com/imax) and YouTube (www.youtube.com/imaxmovies).

This press release contains forward looking statements that are based on IMAX management's assumptions and existing information and involve certain risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. These risks and uncertainties are discussed in IMAX's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and most recent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q.

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