Thursday, March 25, 2021

IMPS to Present New 'The Smurfs' Animated Series at Digital MIPTV 2021

MIPTV has announced the Smurf-tastic news that International Merchandising, Promotion and Services SA (IMPS) will be presenting their brand new The Smurfs animated series during this year’s Partner Content Showcases, taking place as part of Digital MIPTV on Friday 9 April and Monday 12 April and on catch up until 14 May!


Based on the iconic property and in partnership with LAFIG Belgium and IMPS, The Smurfs is a brand-new original CG-animated TV series following Papa Smurf, Smurfette, Brainy, Hefty, Clumsy and others, on all-new adventures, packed with humor, heart and high-stakes action. The series is set to premiere on Nickelodeon in the U.S. in October 2021, and is slated to roll-out on Nickelodeon channels and programming blocks shortly after.

In a press release, MIPTV said: "IMPS presents their brand new Smurfs TV Series.  Two seasons of 52 episodes of 11 minutes each have already been snapped up by Nickelodeon and although several free-to-air partners are on board, IMPS is still looking for TV channels to hop on, especially from Asia and Latin America."

The Smurfs is produced by Belgium's Peyo Productions and France's Dupuis Edition & Audiovisuel. It is being directed by William Renaud (CalimeroCasper’s Scare SchoolA Kind of Magic) and written by Peter Saisselin (Sonic BoomALVINNN!!! And the Chipmunks) and Amy Serafin (Sonic BoomAlvin!!! And the Chipmunks).

In addition to the content partnership, ViacomCBS Consumer Products (VCP) will manage consumer products licensing for The Smurfs property across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Singapore and Malaysia. VCP will seek new merchandising and promotional partners in select categories and territories for The Smurfs classic brand, in addition to a new product line for the new animated series The Smurfs, spanning categories including toys, stationery, apparel and accessories, home, consumer packaged goods and more, to launch at retail in 2022.

MIPTV is the annual spring market for the international television industry, now in its 58th year.  Digital MIPTV 2021 will take place exclusively online from 12-16 April, bringing together global distributors, producers, buyers and commissioners of drama, doc, kids, factual and formats programming for a curated week of personalised business meetings, exclusive market intelligence, conference sessions and global networking. MIPTV is traditionally the biggest global week in unscripted television and this year features MIPDoc and MIPFormats within the main market. MIPTV is organized by Reed Exhibitions. For more information, visit www.miptv.com.

Created in 1958 by Belgian cartoonist Peyo, pen name of Pierre Culliford (1928-1992), the Smurfs (French: Les Schtroumpfs) evolved from secondary comic characters in Peyo's Johan and Peewit (French: Johan et Pirlouit) comic series and spinning off into their own series the following year, in which they became the small centerpieces of the massive franchise that skyrocketed to global fame with the 1981 launch of The Smurfs (Smurfs' Adventures) Saturday morning cartoon series, which, produced by Hanna-Barbera aired new episodes on NBC until 1989, running for more than 250 episodes and several specials over nine seasons. It would eventually manifest in live-action CG-animation hybrid splendor on the big screen. The 2011 feature film of the same name and its 2013 sequel, The Smurfs 2 were produced by Sony Pictures Animation and released by Columbia Pictures. Hank Azaria and Neil Patrick Harris starred in live-action roles, with voiceovers by Anton Yelchin, Jonathan Winters, Katy Perry (famously providing the voice of Smurfette), Jayma Mays, and George Lopez. A fully CG-animated standalone movie, The Smurfs: Lost Village was released in April 2017, featuring the voices of Demi Lovato, Rainn Wilson, Ellie Kemper, Julia Roberts and Mandy Patinkin. The Smurfs have also featured in two shorts.

More Nick: Free Comic Book Day Announces 'The Smurfs Tales' FCBD 2021 Title!

Source: TTV News.

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon News and Highlights!

How SpongeBob's Pineapple Design Changed Because of a Viewer

SpongeBob's Pineapple Design CHANGED Because of a Viewer


SpongeBob SquarePants lives in a pineapple under the sea. It's in the theme song - we've heard it in just about every SpongeBob episode that aired on Nickelodeon. Turns out it's mathematically impossible. A background designer on the show came forward with a brand new pineapple design - and it's all thanks to a fan!



Watch SpongeBob SquarePants on Nickelodeon and The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge On The Run & Kamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years on Paramount+!

Listen to The SpongeBob Musical here!: https://spongebobmusical.blogspot.com

SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is now available on PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices!

CALLING ALL GOOFY GOOBERS! (ROCK!) Are ya ready for a deep dive into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants? The SpongeBob YouTube channel is THE PLACE for all fan-favorite SpongeBob moments! We’re serving up everything from legendary scenes to remixes of classic songs to deep dives into Bikini Bottom lore. Be sure to check back every week for Music Mondays, Wumbo Wednesdays, and Flashback Fridays! Subscribe now at https://www.youtube.com/SpongeBobOfficial!

Shop SpongeBob!: https://www.spongebobshop.com - SpongeBob face masks now available, with ALL proceeds going to charity!


Originally published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021.

H/T: Anime Superhero Forums /@whoisretro.

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon and SpongeBob SquarePants News and Highlights!

Separating the Rubbish | Planeta Bala | Nickelodeon Latin America

Separando la basura 🗑 | Planeta Bala | Nickelodeon en Español


Aprender a separar y manejar la basura de la mejor manera también es una forma de ayudar a nuestro planeta. Bala nos va a compartir sus datos y consejos acerca de lo que podemos hacer en casa para tener un correcto manejo de nuestros desperdicios.

¿No sabes cómo cuidar al planeta o qué hacer para protegerlo? Bala te va a explicar semana a semana en esta nueva serie todos los pasos a seguir para cuidar nuestro planeta Tierra. Desde empezar nuevos hábitos en casa hasta conocer a personas que están haciendo cosas increíbles por cuidar nuestra naturaleza.

Más Nick: ViacomCBS Int'l Studios Announces 'Kally's MashUp' TV Movie, 'A Very Kally's Birthday'!

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon Latin America and Planeta Bala News and Highlights!

Paramount+ Adds Raft of Nickelodeon Classics

Paramount+, the newly launched streaming service from ViacomCBS, today (March 24) added another raft of classic Nickelodeon series to its programming library!


Paramount+ has today added Hey DudeSalute Your ShortsKABLAM!, Nickelodeon GUTS, Nick Arcade, You Can't Do That On Television (14 episodes), and Legends of the Hidden Temple! The news follows Paramount Plus added Eureeka's Castle on Tuesday, March 23.

In addition to the classic Nick series, Paramount+ has added modern classic True Jackson, VP, and modern favorites Frankie and Frank (which mainly aired on Nickelodeon's international channels) and The Bureau of Magical Things, ahead of its upcoming second season.

Paramount+ has also added missing seasons of AAAHH!!! Real Monsters, The Wild Thornberrys, Paradise Run and Clarissa Explains It All., and well as the first six episodes of SpongeBob SquarePants season 12. The service has also added the documentary SpongeBob DocuPants.


More Nick: First Look: Nickelodeon's All-New Animated 'Rugrats' Reunites Members of the Original Voice Cast to Reprise Roles!

Originally published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 19:35 GMT.

Sources: Anime Superhero Forum /@EJ :)@CartoonLover2604Nickandmore!.

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Classic Nickelodeon and NickRewind News and Highlights!

Paramount Plus Adds 'SpongeBob DocuPants: A Bikini Bottom Documentary'

Paramount+, the newly launched streaming service from ViacomCBS, today (March 24) added the SpongeBob SquarePants documentary SpongeBob DocuPants: A Bikini Bottom Documentary to its programming library!


Imagine classic SpongeBob moments being told through the lens of documentary shows like E! True Hollywood Stories, Dateline, Behind the Music etc. Each episode takes an overly dramatic look into classic SpongeBob storylines.

1. Origins of a Chef: How does a bright-eyed sponge get the most coveted fast food job in the town? And what happens when he loses it? Host Kent Shocknek takes us through the rise and apparent fall of one of the greatest patty flippers of our time: SpongeBob SquarePants.

2. The Nasty Patty: Is it really murder if it's an accident? What if it was no accident at all? Host Kent Shocknek takes us through the disturbing events that brought one crab and one sponge to their darkest places.

3. The Hash-Slinging Slasher: What happens when corporate greed pushes employees into danger? What if that danger is... from beyond our world? Host Kent Shocknek takes an inside look at one of the most disturbing haunts in Bikini Bottom history.

4. The Fry Cook Games: There is no event more highly anticipated or prestigious than the Fry Cook Games. Now, host Kent Shocknek takes us through the legendary 21st Annual Fry Cook Games-- one centered around a rivalry that changed the world forever.

5. The Rise of Eugene Krabs: In today's world, business tycoons are essentially gods. It is easy to forget that hidden behind the shell of their riches, they are people too. Kent Shocknek takes us behind the curtain of one of the most infamous industry leaders, Eugene Krabs.

6. The Making of Sweet Victory: While many know of the performance that shocked the world, few know of how it actually came to be. Host Kent Shocknek takes a deeper look at the making of everyone's favorite song, Sweet Victory.

7. When Sea Creatures Attack: There's a host of dangerous sea creatures across the deep blue, but what happens when they're right in your backyard? Host Kent Shocknek gives us a disturbing glimpse of some of the not-so-friendly inhabitants of Bikini Bottom.

8. A Lobster's Journey: Larry the Lobster-- one of the most muscular crustaceans in the entire sea. Some say he can take on any challenge with only half of his strength. Host Kent Shocknek takes a look at what happens when muscles aren't enough.

Watch SpongeBob SquarePants on Nickelodeon and The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge On The Run & Kamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years on Paramount+!

Listen to The SpongeBob Musical here!: https://spongebobmusical.blogspot.com

SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is now available on PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices!

CALLING ALL GOOFY GOOBERS! (ROCK!) Are ya ready for a deep dive into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants? The SpongeBob YouTube channel is THE PLACE for all fan-favorite SpongeBob moments! We’re serving up everything from legendary scenes to remixes of classic songs to deep dives into Bikini Bottom lore. Be sure to check back every week for Music Mondays, Wumbo Wednesdays, and Flashback Fridays! Subscribe now at https://www.youtube.com/SpongeBobOfficial!

Shop SpongeBob!: https://www.spongebobshop.com - SpongeBob face masks now available, with ALL proceeds going to charity!


Originally published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 19:53 GMT.


Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon and SpongeBob SquarePants News and Highlights!

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for March 24, 2021 | Nickelodeon

Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for March 24, 2021 | Nickelodeon

Rugrats, provided to Creators Syndicate by Nickelodeon, based off the popular animated television series has been created for children and family's to laugh and enjoy together.

Follow these comics and their take on real episodes of the show and their own spin on hilarious adventures.

Read more Rugrats comic strips!: https://www.creators.com/features/rugrats

More Nick: First Look: Nickelodeon's All-New Animated 'Rugrats' Reunites Members of the Original Voice Cast to Reprise Roles!

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Classic Nickelodeon, NickRewind and Rugrats News and Highlights!

ViacomCBS Int'l Studio and MEDIAPRO Commence Production on 'Club 57' Season 2

VIACOMCBS INTERNATIONAL STUDIOS (VIS) AND THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO START PRODUCTION FOR THE SECOND SEASON OF CLUB 57


MIAMI – DECEMBER 15, 2020 – ViacomCBS International Studios (VIS) and THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO announced the start of production for the second season of Club 57. The teen musical series produced for Nickelodeon Latin America is being shot in Bogota, Colombia and is the first production to have obtained the support of CINA, the new incentive plan for the development of the audiovisual industry promoted by the Government of Colombia.

Created by screenwriter Catharina Ledeboer, the series is comprised of 60 one-hour episodes led by a talented international cast including Venezuelan actress Evaluna Montaner de Echeverry, Riccardo Frascari from Italy, Colombian actors Sebastián Silva y Andrés Mercado, Chile’s Carolina Mestrovic, Fefi Oliveira from Venezuela and Cuban-American actress Isabela Castillo.  

This new season welcomes Argentine actor Santiago Achaga, Johann Vera of Ecuador and Colombia’s Carolina Angarita, Isabella Barragan, Nataly Vasquez and Daniela Perez. Angela Rincon, Gabriel Lopez, Jonathan Jose Quintana, Simoné Marval, Laura Rosguer, Martina Lavignasse, and Xavier Coronel also return for this second season.

The Club 57 soundtrack will once again be composed and produced by the award-winning singer-songwriter Ricardo Montaner, with musical contributions by musical producers Mau y Ricky, Evaluna Montaner de Echeverry and Colombian singer-songwriter, Camilo Echeverry.

Eva and Rubén continue their time traveling adventures, but this time they are not the only ones leaping through time. Their paths will cross with unexpected time travelers that will put not only their intelligence in check, but their hearts as well. The Guardians of Time are also dealing with mysterious hidden forces in their midst, and we will see that nothing and no one is what it seems. They are also facing the typical teen problems with school and love and the frustrations that come with it…all while the clock continues to turn back time. Eva will have to make important decisions this season, as she will find herself at a crossroads with her feelings. Should she risk everything for love?

The first season of Club 57 premiered in Latin America in 2019 and captivated young audiences. It was seen by more than 19M [1] people in the region and positioned itself as the #1 show with Girls 7-14 in Argentina and Mexico and Girls 4-11 in Argentina. [2] It was also the #1 show during the weekend children’s programming block on Telefe in Argentina. The series had over 69M video views [3] across all platforms and was the #1 property on Nick Play during its premieres. [4]

For more information about ViacomCBS International Studios (VIS), please visit www.ViacomInternationalStudios.com or our social media accounts on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

 1. Source: Kantar IBOPE Media, Pay TV, Club 57, Pan-regional AR MX CO PR CL BR, 06:00-24:00, premieres and repeats, coverage P4+, 2019.

2. Source: Kantar IBOPE Media, Pay TV, Mexico/Argentina, Nickelodeon, Club 57, premieres, ranking among kids’ channels, May 6, 2019 - July 26, 2019.

3. Source: Conviva2019

4. Source: Adobe Omniture, May 6, 2019 - July 26, 2019, Nick Play, Latam Visits

About ViacomCBS International Studios:

Introduced in 2018, ViacomCBS International Studios (VIS) is a division of ViacomCBS Networks International that produces content for ViacomCBS brands and platforms, including Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, Paramount Channel, Channel 5, Network 10, Telefe and Porta Dos Fundos, as well as for third parties. VIS global sales include original productions, co-productions, formats sold for local adaptations, and sale of ready-made content. The content that VIS produces covers all genres, from soap operas to dramas, short and long-form comedy formats and, feature film productions.

About THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO

THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO is the content creation, production and distribution factory of the MEDIAPRO Group. The Mediapro Studio is responsible for creating high-quality international content in association with the very best Spanish and international talent, including Paolo Sorrentino, Woody Allen, Isabel Coixet, Ran Tellem, Oliver Stone, Daniel Burman, Fernando León de Aranoa, Iván Escobar, Javier Fesser, Patricio Guzmán, Borja Cobeaga, Diego San José, Marc Cistaré, Manuel Huerga, Ernesto Daranas, Gastón Duprat, Mariano Cohn, Laura Belloso, Marc Vigil, Fernando González Molina, Javier Olivares and Ruth García, among others. The Mediapro Studio, with 58 offices distributed across four continents, 14 of which develop and produce content for series, films, entertainment programs, short-formats and documentaries. The Mediapro Studio has partnered with key industry players worldwide including HBO, Netflix, Amazon, DirectTV, Fox, ViacomCBS, Yle and Disney, on award-winning productions which have earned international awards including 2 Oscars, 2 Golden Globes, multiple Goya awards and 2 Daytime Emmy Awards.

###

MIAMI– 15 DE DICIEMBRE 2020. - ViacomCBS International Studios (VIS) y THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO comenzaron esta semana el rodaje de la segunda temporada de Club 57. La serie juvenil, producida para Nickelodeon Latinoamérica, se está rodando en la ciudad de Bogotá, Colombia, y es la primera producción que ha obtenido el apoyo de CINA, el nuevo plan de incentivo para el desarrollo de la industria audiovisual, promovido por el Gobierno de Colombia.

Creada por la guionista Catharina Ledeboer, la serie compuesta por 60 capítulos de una hora cada uno, ha confirmado el reparto internacional completo de esta segunda entrega con los intérpretes habituales de la serie como la actriz venezolana Evaluna Montaner de Echeverry, el actor italiano Riccardo Frascari, los colombianos Sebastian Silva y Andres Mercado, la chilena Carolina Mestrovic, la venezolana Fefi Oliveira y la cubana Isabella Castillo, a quienes se suman  el actor argentino Santiago Achaga, el ecuatoriano Johann Vera y las colombianas Carolina Angarita, Isabella Barragan, Nataly Vasquez y Daniela Perez.

Continúan también en la serie los actores Angela Rincon, Gabriel Lopez, Jonathan Jose Quintana, Simoné Marval, Laura Rosguer, Martina Lavignasse, y Xavier Coronel.

Asimismo, el premiado cantautor argentino-venezolano Ricardo Montaner, los productores musicales Mau y Ricky, Evaluna Montaner de Echeverry y el cantautor colombiano, Camilo Echeverry serán, una vez más, los encargados de la banda sonora para esta segunda temporada.

En esta nueva temporada, Eva y Rubén continúan con sus caóticos saltos en el tiempo. Pero, esta vez no son los únicos, se cruzarán con inesperados viajeros que no solo pondrán en jaque su inteligencia sino también sus corazones. Por otro lado, fuerzas misteriosas se ocultan entre los guardianes, y veremos que nada ni nadie es lo que parece. Mientras enfrentan los problemas típicos de todo adolescente: la escuela, las frustraciones, el amor… todo eso mientras los relojes siguen girando al revés. Eva tendrá que tomar decisiones importantes en esta temporada mientras sus sentimientos se encuentran en una encrucijada ¿Vale la pena arriesgarlo todo por amor?

La primera temporada de Club 57 estrenó en América Latina en 2019 y logró cautivar al público juvenil. Fue vista por más de 19M [1] de personas en la región y se posicionó como el show #1 en el segmento niñas 7-14 en Argentina y México; y 4-11 en niñas en Argentina [2]. A su vez durante los fines de semana Club 57 fue el show #1 durante el bloque infantil en Telefe en Argentina.  La serie tuvo más de 69M de video views[3] a lo largo de todas las plataformas y fue la propiedad #1 en Nick Play durante sus estrenos[4]. 

Para más información sobre ViacomCBS International Studios (VIS), visite www.ViacomInternationalStudios.com o nuestras redes sociales: Instagram, Facebook, y Twitter.

1. Fuente: Kantar IBOPE Media, Pay TV, Club 57, Pan-regional AR MX CO PR CL BR, 06:00-24:00, premieres and repeats, coverage P4+, 2019.

2. Fuente: Kantar IBOPE Media, Pay TV, Mexico/Argentina, Nickelodeon, Club 57, premieres, ranking among kids’ channels, May 6, 2019 - July 26, 2019.

3. Fuente: Conviva2019

4. Fuente: Adobe Omniture, May 6, 2019 - July 26, 2019, Nick Play, Latam Visits

Acerca de ViacomCBS International Studios:

Presentado en el año 2018, ViacomCBS International Studios (VIS) es una división de ViacomCBS Networks International que produce contenido para todos los géneros, tanto para las marcas como para las plataformas de ViacomCBS, incluyendo Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, Paramount Channel, Channel 5, Telefe y Porta Dos Fundos, como también para terceros. Las ventas globales de VIS incluyen producciones originales, coproducciones, ventas en formato para adaptaciones locales y ventas de productos enlatados. El contenido que posee el VIS cubre todos los géneros, desde telenovelas hasta dramas, formatos de comedia cortos y largos y producciones cinematográficas.

Acerca de THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO
 THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO es la factoría de creación, producción y distribución de contenido del Grupo MEDIAPRO. The Mediapro Studio es responsable de la puesta en marcha de proyectos globales de alta calidad, desarrollados junto a grandes talentos de reconocido prestigio nacional e internacional como Paolo Sorrentino, Woody Allen, Isabel Coixet, Ran Tellem, Oliver Stone, Daniel Burman, Fernando León de Aranoa, Iván Escobar, Javier Fesser, Patricio Guzmán, Borja Cobeaga, Diego San José, Marc Cistaré, Manuel Huerga, Ernesto Daranas, Gastón Duprat, Mariano Cohn, Laura Belloso, Marc Vigil, Fernando González Molina, Javier Olivares y Ruth García, entre otros. The Mediapro Studio tiene presencia en 14 de las 58 oficinas del Grupo, desde las que se producen series de ficción, películas, programas de entretenimiento, formatos de corta duración o documentales. The Mediapro Studio trabaja con operadores clave de la industria mundial como HBO, Netflix, Amazon, DirectTV, Fox, ViacomCBS, Yle o Disney y sus producciones han logrado diversos premios internacionales, entre los que destacan 2 Oscar, 2 Globos de Oro, múltiples premios Goya y 2 Daytime Emmy Awards.

###

Original post:

The Muslim Public Affairs Council to Honor 'Glitch Techs' at 2021 MPAC Media Awards

The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) has announced the exciting news that they'll be honoring Nickelodeon's popular animated series Glitch Techs, along with co-creators Eric Robles and Dan Milano, actor Zehra Fazal, who voices Zahra in the show, and writer David Anaxagoras as part of the 2021 MPAC Media Awards!


Now in its 29th year, MPAC’s annual Media Awards celebrates members of the entertainment industry, artists, and activists who promote inclusion and social justice through their craft.

Glitch Techs is one of the most diverse series ever produced by Nickelodeon Animation. The series features a strong female Muslim recurring character, Zahra, who provides inspiration to young Muslim audiences who finally see themselves reflected in an animated character. With so many young children at home throughout the pandemic, Glitch Techs is a fun, action-packed, inclusive, family-friendly show for the entire family.

“When you see Zahra, you don’t think of her as “the Muslim one”, you think of her as the sarcastic one, the cool one - who happens to be Muslim. And that is the goal” — ZEHRA FAZAL


Glitch Techs features a diverse cast, including a Muslim-American female character, Zahra. When developing Glitch Techs, Dan Milano and Eric Robles wanted characters that represented the audience it was meant for, so someone can see themselves onscreen. - 

“True growth and learning happens when you’re surrounded by different perspectives. It’s so important to me to see people of my background not made foreign. We’re American.” — ZEHRA FAZAL

MPAC will celebrate members of the entertainment industry, artists, and activists who promote inclusion and social justice at a free virtual event, taking place on Saturday, March 20 at 5pm PT. To RSVP, visit: https://www.mpachollywoodbureau.org/events.

"Our honorees have done so by advancing authentic portrayals of Islam and Muslims, increasing understanding by reflecting the realities we live in, and by inspiring action and movements for social change," said MPAC. "Now in its 29th year, the Media Awards continues to honor innovative voices of courage and conscience who act boldly and intentionally in this critical time in history."

A massive congrats to everyone who worked on the show!


Watch Glitch Techs seasons 1 & 2 on Netflix!

More Nick: Netflix and Nickelodeon Form Multi-Year Output Deal to Produce Original Animated Films and Series!

Originally published: Wednesday, February 03, 2021.

H/T: Anime Superhero Forum /@SweetShop209.

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon and Glitch Techs News and Highlights!

How 'Monkey Quest' Helped Create 'Glitch Techs'

In the early '10s, Nickelodeon had a very popular massively multiplayer online game (MMOG) called Monkey Quest. Launched in April 2011, the free-to-play game allowed players to create a monkey warrior avatar and gear up for battle as they embarked on an epic adventure, fighting evil monsters bent on stopping them from completing quests, joining tribes, and ultimately unlocking the secrets of the legendary Monkey King and saving Ook. The game amassed over 10 million registered users, and was so popular that Nickelodeon once planned to produce an animated series based on the title!


In 2012, Nickelodeon turned to Glitch Techs co-creators Eric Robles and Dan Milano to adapt the online game into an animated series - in fact, it's how Robles and Milano first met! During their time working on the Monkey Quest animated series, Robles shared his concept materials for a show about kids who use technology to capture digital creatures that escape from video games. Milano immediately became obsessed with that idea and together they formed a fast partnership, developing the concept into a 22-minute series for Nickelodeon Animation.

Drawing on their mutual love of Saturday morning cartoons, video games, Ghostbusters (Milano kept an arsenal of full-sized Ghostbusters equipment props handy in his office!), toys, and adventure films they soon brought their enthusiasm to both the Nickelodeon Artists Collective and their own custom think tank of show collaborators. By opening their creativity up to the input of others, they vastly expanded the potential for the show’s world, characters, and themes — raising the quality of the project to something they both felt was new, exciting, and challenging.

Unfortunately, in September 2014, Nickelodeon decided to close down Monkey Quest so that they could focus on other digital and mobile experiences. And it seems like the Monkey Quest cartoon series met the same fate. However, Robles has been sharing some awesome development and concept art from his time working on the animated series Monkey Quest on Twitter!





While we unfortunately never got to see the Monkey Quest animated series, fans can stream Glitch Techs on Netflix!

Would you have liked to have seen a Monkey Quest animated series? Let me know in the comments!


Additional source: Super Brawl Wiki.

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon News and Highlights!

Cast of 'Baby Shark’s Big Show!' Talks New Animated Series on Nickelodeon

Cast of “Baby Shark’s Big Show” talks new animated series on Nickelodeon

Stars of 'Baby Shark’s Big Show!' Talk Impact of Nickelodeon's New Preschool Series

Stars of Baby Shark's Big Show! talk impact of new Nickelodeon cartoon

Nick Jr. UK to Premiere New Episodes of 'PAW Patrol Moto Pups' from Monday 22nd March 2021

The PAW Patrol is going Moto with the brand new theme, PAW Patrol Moto Pups, racing onto Nick Jr. UK & Ireland this March!


In PAW Patrol Moto Pups, the PAW Patrol will dive into the world of motorsports, including daring new moves, and introduce fans to puurfect new team member - Wildcat, the first cat member of the PAW Patrol - who will help when big trouble comes to town!


PAW Patrol Moto Pups will launch with a week of brand new episodes, premiering weekdays at 5:30pm starting Monday 22nd March 2021 on Nick Jr. UK & Ireland!

Monday 22nd March 2021 - Moto Pups: Pups vs The Ruff-Ruff Pack: The Motorcycle Stunt Show comes to town - bringing famed stunt cyclist Wild Cat, and trouble-making cyclists, the Ruff-Ruff Pack. Can the pups stop the baddies?

Tuesday 23rd March 2021 - Moto Pups: Pups Save the Donuts: The Ruff-Ruff Pack steals Mr. Porter's Mini-Donut Maker, so the Moto-pups set off to get the machine back in one piece.

Wednesday 24th March 2021 - Moto Pups: Pups Save the Kitties: The Ruff-Ruff Pack takes over Humdinger's lair and run off with his kitties. Now the Moto Pups and Wild Cat must rescue Mayor Humdinger's precious felines.

Thursday 25th March 2021 - Moto Pups: Rescue at Twisty Top Mesa: The Ruff-Ruff Pack take a bus on a wild jump and the pups must rescue the baddies off the Twisty Top Mesa.

Friday 26th March 2021 - Moto Pups: Pups Save a Sneezy Chase: Chase's cat allergies lead him to the desert and he's trapped with the Ruff-Ruff Pack. The Moto-Pups then gear up for an epic rescue.

Monday 29th March 2021 - Pups Save a Moto Mayor: Mayor Goodway thinks she can change the Ruff-Ruff pack's naughty ways by joining their gang and pretending to be a "bad" biker.

PAW Patrol | Wild Cat Uses His Gripper Claws! | Nick Jr. UK


The PAW Patrol moto pups get ready for their next mission where Wild Cat can test his new gripper claws! Catch PAW Patrol Moto Pups, from March 22nd on Nick Jr.!

The Moto Pups theme will be meticulously integrated into the PAW Patrol toy world, staying true to the storylines and characters while exploring new rescues. The attention to detail will transcend to the toys, with new innovative features and inspiring transformations like the PAW Patrol Wildcat's Moto Pups Deluxe vehicle, featuring authentic graphics and details, large wheels and a retract function that allows it to perform wheelies. Wildcat wears a motorcycle jacket and helmet. When it's time for a quick mission, click Wildcat into the driver's seat, pull the vehicle back and watch him take off. Wildcat's bike shoots forward, does a wheelie, and races straight for the adventure. Pull the vehicle back to do your own stunts and do wheelies over and over. Suitable for children from 3 years old.


To celebrate the launch of PAW Patrol Moto Pups, Nick Jr. has teamed up with Argos for a brand new competition, giving fans the chance to win pup-tastic new PAW Patrol Moto Pups toys! To enter the prize draw, simply sign up to the official Nick Jr. Fan Club! You must be over 18 to enter this contest. Winners will receive:

1 x PAW Patrol Moto Pups HQ Playset
1 x PAW Patrol Moto Pups Themed Vehicle – Marshall
1 x PAW Patrol Moto Pups Themed Vehicle – Rocky
1 x PAW Patrol Moto Pups Themed Vehicle – Skye
1 x PAW Patrol Moto Pups Themed Vehicle – Rubble

Make Your Own Racetrack: Join the PAW Patrol pups on brand new adventures by making your own Moto Pups racetrack! All in three easy steps: print, cut and tape!


More Nick: Spin Master Announces Star-Studded Voice Talent for 'Paw Patrol' Movie!

Originally published: Sunday, March 07, 2021.

Update H/T: Special thanks to @TVShowsFan!

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nick Jr. UK, Nickelodeon Preschool and PAW Patrol News and Highlights!

KingstOOn Details Diversity Focus for Virtual 2021 Event

The KingstOOn Animation Conference and Film Festival, taking place virtually April 21-25, has pinpointed “Diversity in Animation” as the central theme for this year’s staging. The organizers have structured three distinct sessions focusing on the issues of diversity and cultural inclusion within the media: ‘Diversity in the Media Industry,’ ‘Black Women in the World of Animation’ and a conversation around the Academy Award winning short film ‘The Creation of Hair Love – From Script to Screen.’


Registration for KingstOOn is free and can be accessed at www.kingstoonfest.com.

Organizers point out that Jamaica is an entirely appropriate place from which to host a global conversation about “Diversity in Animation.” Though small, the island itself is a rich study in diversity with its history of slavery, indentureship and migration paving the way for a potpourri of cultures reflected today in its demography, cuisine, art and its stories. These stories frame the varied life experiences that make Jamaica and the Caribbean a hotbed for creative, disparate content, and tackle the prevalence of stereotypes and one-dimensional portrayals of culture, race, religion, disability, gender and sexual orientation.

KingstOOn’s Animation Specialist Robert Reid points out, “The media influences us all from a very early age, the music we listen to, the books we read, the films we watch and the video-games we play – these become our frames of reference and so it is crucial that the characters and messages in media reflect as much as possible the diversity that exists in the world.”

The Creation of Hair Love – From Script to Screen
Wednesday, April 21, 11:15 a.m. EST

The moving 2020 Oscar winning story of a father’s struggle with his daughter’s hair in the film Hair Love is the focus of this stimulating conversation with the production team at Lion Forge, who not only took home the Academy Award with this, their first film, but has since created the spinoff series Young Love, picked up by HBO Max. The session will feature Carl Reed and David Steward II, founders of Lion Forge Animation and fervent advocates of representation in media. They will be joined by Everett Downing Jr., who co-directed the short film alongside Matthew Cherry and Bruce W. Smith, as well as Hair Love story artist and illustrator Pearl Low.

Diversity in the Media Industry
Saturday, April 24, noon EST

Jay Francis, Disney’s Vice President Current Series, Diversity & Inclusion, and Camille Eden, Vice President Recruiting and Talent Development at Nickelodeon, will address inclusion and minimizing disparity in content creation. The panel will be moderated by Mounia Aram, Founder and President of The Mounia Aram Company: a production and distribution house that markets African animation stories, movies and series to international audiences.

Black Women in the World of Animation
Sunday, April 25, noon EST

In a field dominated by white males, this panel shines a light on the personal experiences of four notable and prominent black women in the world of animation and their commitment to increasing opportunities for women and minorities. They will tell stories of their personal struggles and the roles they play in moving the entertainment industry to take action to improve the level of visibility of women in the industry. Panelists are Melanie Goolsby of Netflix; Sonya Carey, Founder of The Animation Lounge; Kimberly Wright of Sesame Street Workshop and Pilar Newton of Pilar Toons. The panel will be moderated by Taylor K. Shaw, Founder & CEO of Black Women Animate, a visionary creator, writer and activist who lobbies for representation across the media landscape.


Original source: Animation Magazine; Additional source: TVKIDS.

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon News and Highlights!

Nickelodeon India's Together For Good initiative Urges Kids to Share & Care

Nickelodeon’s Together For Good urges kids to share & care

While the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic showed us the flip side of life and divided nations more than ever, it also enabled us to realize the importance of resilience and humanity. Leveraging this opportune time to educate kids about sharing, Nickelodeon India has returned with the latest edition of the Indian leg of the brand's global pro-socio campaign “Together for Good”.  A pioneering leader in the kid’s entertainment space, this year Nickelodeon along with NGO partner Goonj is inspiring kids to share with those in need and spread happiness, with the message of “Give More & Grow More.”


In their quintessential creative style, the campaign will see Nicktoons such as Motu Patlu and the Golmaal Jr. gang bring the message of fostering kindness through two engaging,  fun and light hearted on-air films that show kids the difference that they can bring in the lives of others by sharing and learning to give more. Link https://www.nickindia.com/together-for-good/.

Speaking about the initiative Nina Elavia Jaipuria Head – Hindi Mass Entertainment & Kids TV Network at Viacom18 said “As a responsible broadcaster for kids, their well-being and growth is at the center of all our initiatives at Nickelodeon. Over the years we have introduced several social initiatives themed under ‘Together For Good’ to inspire positive behavioral change amongst kids. We believe that kids are the change agents of society and teaching them the importance of sharing is a key step towards helping instill a sense of empathy and high EQ.”


As part of the campaign, Nickelodeon will be using several creative outreach methods to drive the message of "Give More & Grow More" amongst kids. The highly engaging digital campaign will see promotions on high reach platforms like YouTube which will be further supported by a social media plan on Facebook & Instagram.  This apart, the campaign will also come to life through engaging with mommy networks and influencers across cities who will help amplify the reach and ensure the message reaches far and wide.


Together for Good is Nickelodeon's worldwide initiative that believes anyone, anywhere, anytime, can help make the world a better place. The previous editions of the campaign highlighted hard hitting topics including the academic pressure faced by young kids, child safety, sexual abuse among kids and more.  This edition will once again take a step towards fostering a sense of community and care, most relevant in the current global scenario of nations coming out of a global health crisis.


Source: AdGully; Additional source: Indian Television Dot Com.

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon India News and Highlights!

YTV Canada to Premiere 'The Barbarian and the Troll' on Friday, April 2, at 7:30 p.m. (ET/PT)

YTV SETS OUT FOR ADVENTURE IN
THE BARBARIAN AND THE TROLL,
ALL-NEW LIVE-ACTION PUPPET COMEDY SERIES
PREMIERING FRIDAY, APRIL 2, AT 7:30 P.M. (ET/PT)


Share it: @YTV #TheBarbarianAndTheTroll

The quest is yet to come in Nickelodeon’s all-new live-action puppet comedy series, The Barbarian and the Troll (previously Brendar the Barbarian), premiering Friday, April 2, at 7:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on YTV in Canada, simulcast with Nickelodeon in the U.S.  The series follows Evan, a bridge troll in search of adventure, and Brendar, a fierce female warrior on a quest to defeat the evil demon who has imprisoned her brother.


In the premiere of The Barbarian and the Troll, Evan the troll decides to burn his bridge and venture out into the world of Gothmoria for the first time to fulfill his lifelong dream of becoming a singer.  He soon meets Brendar, who had been expelled from the Royal Order of Warrior Princesses and is now known as a “feared and revered” barbarian.  After Evan convinces Brendar to bring him on her quest to vanquish the evil demon, they cross treacherous terrain to confront bizarre and magical creatures and encounter an eclectic puppet cast of wacky characters.


The series stars Spencer Grammer (Rick & Morty) as the voice of Brendar, Gothmoria’s most feared and revered warrior; and Drew Massey (Mutt & Stuff, Sid the Science Kid) as Evan, a bridge troll with a dream of becoming a singer.  Joining Massey as puppeteers and voice talent are Colleen Smith, Allan Trautman, Sarah Sarang Oh, Nicolette Santino, Peggy Etra, James Murray and Jeny Cassady.  The series also features the voice of comedian Gina Yashere.


The Barbarian and the Troll is co-created and executive produced by Mike Mitchell (Trolls, The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part) and Massey.  Mitchell also serves as the show’s primary director.  Production of The Barbarian and the Troll for Nickelodeon is overseen by Zack Olin, Senior Vice President, Live Action; and Shauna Phelan, Senior Vice President, Live-Action Scripted Content.

Online at ytv.com, fans can find out more about their favourite YTV shows. Fans can also follow YTV on Instagram and subscribe to the YTV YouTube channel for the latest YTV news, highlights, schedules, videos and games.




About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 41st 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 brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location-based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of ViacomCBS Inc. (Nasdaq: VIACA, VIAC).

About YTV

Celebrating over 25 years on the air, since its launch in 1988, YTV features high quality programming from entertaining live-action comedies and reality series for kids and their families, to night time drama for teens. With hosted dayparts such as the popular after-school block The Zone and weekend movies for the entire family in Big Fun Movies, there are plenty of entertaining options for viewers of all ages. For more information about YTV, please visit www.ytv.com. YTV is owned and operated by Corus Entertainment Inc.

# # #

Originally published: Thursday, March 25, 2021.

Additional source: TV Passport.

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon Canada and The Barbarian and the Troll News and Highlights!

'The Loud House' Receives Nomination in 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards

GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, has announced the very exciting news that Nickelodeon's hit animated series The Loud House has been nominated for a award in the 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards!


The Loud House received their nomination in the "Outstanding Kids & Family Programming" category of the annual awards, which recognizes and honors media for fair, accurate, and inclusive representations of LGBTQ people and the issues that affect their lives.

The Loud House currently has three LGBTQ+ characters. In August 2016, the show introduced Harold and Howard McBride, the same-sex parents of Lincoln's best friend, Clyde in the episode "Attention Deficit" (pictured above). Clyde parents are voiced by comedians voiced by Wayne Brady (The Wayne Brady Show, Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Everybody Hates Chris, Let's Make a Deal) and Michael McDonald (All Grown Up!, Invader Zim, Futurama, Ghostbusters: Answer The Call (2016), Spy, Scrubs).

Then, in June 1997, the series revealed that Lincoln's sister, Luna (Nika Futterman, It's Pony, Pig Goat Banana Cricket, Sanjay and Craig, Bubble Guppies, Fanboy & Chum Chum, The Last of Us), and her crush, Sam (voiced by Jill Talley (Rocko's Modern Life: Static Cling, SpongeBob SquarePants) in season two and by Alyson Stoner (Drake & Josh) from season three onwards) were bi-sexual, in the episode "L Is for Love" (video below).


Rounding this year's "Outstanding Kids & Family Programming" category are: Craig of the Creek (Cartoon Network), Diary of a Future President (Disney+), First Day (Hulu), Kipo and The Age of the Wonderbeasts (Dreamworks Animation/Netflix), "Mary Anne Saves the Day" The Baby-Sitters Club (Netflix), "Obsidian" Adventure Time: Distant Lands (HBO Max), The Owl House (Disney Channel), She-Ra & The Princesses of Power (Dreamworks Animation/Netflix) and Steven Universe (Cartoon Network).

The 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards nominees were published, released, or broadcast between January 1 and December 31, 2020.

A full list of 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards nominees can be found on glaad.org. Award recipients will be announced during a virtual ceremony scheduled for April 2021.

Since its inception in 1990, the GLAAD Media Awards have grown to be the most visible annual LGBTQ awards show in the world, sending powerful messages of acceptance to audiences globally. The 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards are presented by Gilead and Ketel One Family-Made Vodka.

Congratulations and good luck to all the nominees in the 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards!

To receive the latest updates on the GLAAD Media Awards, follow @glaad on Twitter and use the hashtag #GLAADawards.

Update (3/25): GLAAD Awards: Katy Perry, Laverne Cox, Sterling K. Brown, Dan Levy, Sam Smith, JoJo Siwa to Appear

GLAAD, the world’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) media advocacy organization, announced a new slate of special guests for the 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards. GLAAD is partnering with Google to exclusively premiere the ceremony on GLAAD’s YouTube on Thursday, April 8 at 8pm ET.  

The event will also stream on Hulu on April 8 starting at 10pm ET, and will be available to stream on-demand on Hulu until the end of June.  

GLAAD announced that Ian Alexander (Star Trek: Discovery), Molly Bernard (Younger, Milkwater), Matt Bomer (The Sinner, The Boys in the Band), Jonathan Bennett (The Christmas House), Bob The Drag Queen (We’re Here), Sterling K. Brown (This Is Us), Laverne Cox (Disclosure, Promising Young Woman), Wilson Cruz (Star Trek: Discovery), Mackenzie Davis (Happiest Season), Robin de Jesús (The Boys In The Band, Tick, Tick…Boom!), Blu del Barrio (Star Trek: Discovery), Nyle DiMarco (Deaf U), Colman Domingo (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Euphoria), Clea DuVall (Happiest Season), Brandee Evans (P-Valley), Dan Levy (Schitt’s Creek), Jim Parsons (Hollywood, The Boys in the Band), DJ “Shangela” Pierce (We’re Here), Katy Perry, Eureka O’Hara (We’re Here), Anthony Rapp (Star Trek: Discovery), Bretman Rock (MTV Following: Bretman Rock), JoJo Siwa, Sam Smith, and the cast of Veneno will make appearances during the 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards on April 8. GLAAD previously announced that out actress and producer Niecy Nash will host the virtual ceremony.

The 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards honor media for fair, accurate, and inclusive representations of LGBTQ people and issues. Since its inception in 1990, the GLAAD Media Awards have grown to be the most visible annual LGBTQ awards show in the world, sending powerful messages of acceptance to audiences globally. The 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards are presented by Gilead, Hyundai, and Ketel One Family-Made Vodka. 

GLAAD is also working with TikTok on a special recognition titled “TikTok Queer Advocate of the Year,” which is highlighting the TikTok creators who have taken LGBTQ visibility to new heights. GLAAD & TikTok previously announced the creators nominated for the recognition, including: Denise & Ebony (@team2moms), Kyne (@onlinekyne), Crissa Jackson (@crissa_ace), Chris Olsen (@olsennchris), Ian Paget (@ianpaget_), Josh Helfgott (@joshhelfgott), Ve’ondre Mitchell (@veondre), Austin Chiang, MD MPH (@austinchiangmd), and Christine Marshall (@chrissycanthearyou). The winner will be announced the night of the GLAAD Media Awards ceremony.   

GLAAD announced 198 nominees in 28 categories for the 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards. This year, several categories increased from five to ten worthy nominees to recognize expanding levels of diverse LGBTQ representation across several media genres. For a full list of nominees, visit www.glaad.org/mediaawards/nominees.  

Every year, GLAAD presents non-competitive Special Recognition Awards to media projects that do not fit into one of the existing GLAAD Media Awards categories. For the 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards, GLAAD is presenting Special Recognition honors to eight media projects that spotlighted diverse segments of the LGBTQ community in innovative ways. The eight media projects include: After Forever (Amazon), Deadline’s New Hollywood Podcast, Happiest Season Soundtrack (Facet/Warner Records), Noah’s Arc: The ‘Rona Chronicles (Patrik Ian-Polk Entertainment), Out (Pixar/Disney+), Razor Tongue (YouTube), “The Son” Little America (Apple TV+), and Jesse & Joy’s “Love (Es Nuestro Idioma).” A full summary of the projects receiving Special Recognition can be found in the tip sheet with an additional breakdown of facts and figures about this year’s nominees available here.  

GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis serves as Executive Producer of the GLAAD Media Awards as well as GLAAD staff Rich Ferraro and Mark Hartnett. GLAAD staff Bill McDermott and Anthony Ramos serve as Supervising Producers, Mark Olson serves as Producer, and Spencer Harvey serves as Associate Producer.

The 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards are presented by Gilead, Hyundai, and Ketel One Family-Made Vodka. GLAAD is also grateful to: Major Sponsors Google and YouTube; Official Sponsor TikTok; Titanium Sponsors Bud Light, Comcast NBCUniversal Telemundo, HBO Max, Omnicom, Starz; Platinum Sponsors Amazon Studios, Facet Records, Hallmark Channel, MGM/Orion Pictures, Netflix, Sheppard Mullin, and Sony Pictures Entertainment; and Gold Sponsors Edelman, Ketchum, Nickelodeon, and Sephora. For more information on how to become a corporate sponsor, please visit www.glaad.org/mediaawards

###

They'll also be a Glee cast reunion!: Demi Lovato, who played Rivera’s onscreen girlfriend Dani on Glee, will introduce the cast of the show, which ended in 2015, as well as the tribute. The reunion will feature Glee stars Jacob Artist, Chris Colfer, Darren Criss, Vanessa Lengies, Jane Lynch, Kevin McHale, Heather Morris, Matthew Morrison, Alex Newell, Amber Riley, Harry Shum Jr., Becca Tobin and Jenna Ushkowitz

Subscribe to the official The Loud House & The Casagrandes YouTube channel!: https://at.nick.com/LoudCasaSubscribe


Originally published: Thursday, January 28, 2021.

H/T; Anime Superhero Forum /@SweetShop209; Additional source: The Loud House Encyclopedia.

Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon, The Loud House and The Casagrandes News and Highlights!