This 3-day event will feature earth-shattering original videos, a live stream every day, and a new, fan-led original discussion series exclusively on the channel. Following the live-streamed premiere of the new series, it'll be made available on the channel permanently soon after.
The Avatar: The Last Airbender YouTube channel's Earth Day Weekend celebration kicks off on Earth Day, April 22. "Get ready! Toph's already on her way!" Nickelodeon said in their announcement.
Nickelodeon issued a casting call last September looking for fans to take part in a new short-form series. It's currently unknown whether this is the same project.
Fan website Avatar News has noted some interesting activity from the Avatar voice cast. Janet Varney, who voiced Korra in the sequel, The Legend of Korra, recently mentioned she’s working on a “special” project with Nickelodeon that “should be announced soon”. However, there’s technically no guarantee it’s even Avatar-related.
Olivia Hack, who voiced Ty Lee, posted about a project that will excite "older fans." Of course, all of these performers have a slate of projects under their belts, so these posts could be promoting unrelated projects.
Update (4/17) -Polygonreached out to Nickelodeon for clarification, and we have been told to expect a trailer for the new series and a formal announcement from the company on Monday, April 19.
Avatar has seen a resurgence in popularity in the past few months after both Last Airbender and Legend of Korra hit Paramount+ and Netflix. It turns out that nostalgic millennials, a global quarantine, and a light-hearted binge are a perfect combination. Nickelodeon took notice, announcing the formation of Avatar Studios, a new creative endeavor focused solely on putting out new Avatar content. The original creators are on board, but exactly what characters or stories we can expect to see was left unsaid. Netflix is also developing a live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender series, without the show's original creators.
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ViacomCBS Consumer Products (VCP) has announced the fin-tastic news that Nick Jr. UK & Ireland will fully premiere Baby Shark’s Big Show! on Saturday 8th May 2021 at 9:30am, with new episodes premiering weekends at 9:30am!
The news follows Nick Jr. UK & Ireland treating fans to an early look at the brand new animated preschool series based on the world-famous pop culture phenomenon Baby Shark with the debut of the all new Christmas special “Baby Shark’s Big Fishmas Special” ("All I want for Fishmas") in December 2020.
"Baby Shark officially reigns as the No. 1 most viewed YouTube video of all time. ViacomCBS recognises the sea of opportunity with this IP and its expanding reach through the lens of content and consumer products. In May 2021, a new series, Baby Shark's Big Show, will be arriving on the Nick Jr. channel, much to the delight of pre-schoolers both here in the UK and globally. In the consumer products space, Baby Shark has achieved UK sales growth of+46% between August 2020 vs. August 2019, showing that the IP is a brand that is here to stay.
"The licensing programme for Baby Shark continues to grow, most notably with the expanded line from WowWee (via Jazwares). Clementoni will continue to build on its range, particularly the Soft Clemmy.
"Several exciting new partners are on board for spring/ summer 2021, including Ravensburger, Moose, MV Sports and John Adams. Role-play has been identified as a key opportunity for the property, fitting nicely with settings seen in the new series such as Carnivore Cove and the house where Baby Shark lives, whilst the classic IP look translates seamlessly into wooden toys; a partner to sign here is being explored. From a softlines perspective, a big focus will be on the summer shop for spring/summer 2022. As the brand skews towards a younger audience, babywear and accessories will be another key area of attention. As a result, the existing partnership with Denicci will be built on. Within CPG there's good coverage in confectionery, chocolate, cereal and baking, with additional opportunities being looked into across beverages, ice cream and ice pops, healthy eating and more."
To celebrate the launch of Baby Shark’s Big Show!, Nick Jr. has launched a fin-tastic competition in which they'll be giving away 1,000 activity packs up for grabs for new Nick Jr. Fan Club members! Prize packs will contain the following goodies:
1x Baby Shark’s Big Show tooth brushing chart whiteboard with a Nick Jr. dry wipe pen
1x Baby Shark’s Big Show activity booklet
1x Issue 9 of the Nickelodeon Official! Pinkfong Baby Shark magazine & stickers
1x “Make Your Own Baby Shark’s Big Show Story” craft sheet
To enter, simply sign up to the Nick Jr. Fan Club at https://www.nickjrfanclub.uk before April 12th! Terms and conditions apply.
Based on the world-famous pop culture phenomenon and co-produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studio and SmartStudy, the global entertainment company behind the beloved children’s brand Pinkfong, Baby Shark’s Big Show! (working title) is a 2D-animated series (26 half-hour episodes) that will follow Baby Shark and his best friend William as they journey on fun-filled comedic adventures in their community of Carnivore Cove, meet new friends and sing original catchy tunes along the way.
In the series premiere, "Slobber Slug," a brash young Baby Shark puts the life skills he learns from his mummy and daddy to the test in his own backyard - which just happens to be the ocean!
The 2D-animated series will feature a swim-sational lineup of actors: Kimiko Glenn (Orange is the New Black); Luke Youngblood (Glitch Techs, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone); Natasha Rothwell (Insecure); Eric Edelstein (Hotel for Dogs, Pig Goat Banana Cricket, We Bare Bears); Debra Wilson (MADtv); and Patrick Warburton (Tak & the Power of Juju, The X's, Seinfeld, Family Guy).
Meet the inhabitants of Carnivore Cove:
Baby (Glenn) – A sweet, bubbly, and abso-toothly fearless little shark who has a habit of biting off more than he can chew.
William (Youngblood) – A quick-witted pilot fish with a flair for the funny, William is always down for jaw-some adventures with his best bud Baby.
Mommy (Rothwell) – Fun-loving with a fierce streak, Mommy Shark works for the Mayor of Carnivore Cove.
Daddy (Edelstein) – A worrier who can’t help his loud and goofy nature, Daddy Shark is a dentist who flosses when he’s nervous.
Grandma (Wilson) – A new-agey prankster who’s all about good vibes and bubbleberry pies.
Grandpa (Warburton) – A charismatic shark who loves to tell stories about the glory days.
In addition to Nickelodeon and SmartStudy’s partnership to produce Baby Shark’s Big Show!, ViacomCBS Consumer Products (VCP) is managing consumer products licensing worldwide, excluding China, Korea and Southeast Asia, for the Baby Shark property.
Baby Shark launched on YouTube in November 2015 and took the world by storm, amassing 5.7 billion views and becoming the second most-watched video in the platform’s history. With music, characters, story and dance all combined together, the song recorded a 20-week-streak on the Billboard Hot 100 and spawned a viral phenomenon #BabySharkChallenge, generating over one million cover videos around the globe.
Baby Shark’s Big Show! is executive produced by Gary “Doodles” DiRaffaele (Breadwinners) and Tommy Sica (Breadwinners), with Whitney Ralls (My Little Pony: Equestria Girls) serving as co-executive producer. The series is produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studio in Burbank, Calif., with production overseen by Eryk Casemiro, Senior Vice President, Nickelodeon Preschool.
Online at nickjr.co.uk and the Nick Jr. Play app, parents and preschoolers can find lots of videos, games and activities guaranteed to keep their little ones occupied for hours, including a sing-along version of the Santiago of the Seas theme song. Parents can also like the official Nick Jr. UK & Ireland Twitter, Facebook and Instagram pages and sign up to the official Nick Jr. Fan Club for the latest Nick Jr. news, highlights, video clips, competitions and more.
Founded in June 2010, SmartStudy is a global entertainment company moving beyond the limits of platforms to create original content across children’s education, games and animation. Through SmartStudy’s beloved children’s brand, Pinkfong, the company produces modern-day songs and stories to provide stimulating, fun, learning experiences to children.
About Pinkfong
Pinkfong is a global entertainment brand that creates award-winning kids’ content for families around the world. Pinkfong has over 5,000 songs and stories within its vast library of children’s content, which can be accessed on the App Store and Google Play, as well as on YouTube and Amazon Video. Pinkfong’s accolades include the Amazon Video Direct Star, YouTube’s Diamond Play Button and Google Play’s Best Family App of 2014-2017.
Where every day’s an adventure, Nick Jr. is a top-performing commercial pre-school entertainment brand in cable and satellite homes. Launched in 1999 as the world's first channel dedicated to pre-school children, Nick Jr.’s programming includes beloved shows PAW Patrol, Shimmer and Shine, Nella the Princess Knight and Peppa Pig. Kids and parents can find lots of video clips, games, exclusive activities and downloads featuring their favourite Nick Jr. friends online at nickjr.co.uk and on the Nick Jr. Play app. Viewers also have the opportunity to catch up with the schedule through Nick Jr. +1. Nick Jr. is available on Sky 606, Virgin 715, through BT Vision and TalkTalk channel 318.
About Nickelodeon
The Nickelodeon Network is a top-performing commercial kids’ TV network in the UK and Ireland with Nickelodeon channels available in over 13 million cable and satellite homes. Having launched in 1993 Nickelodeon UK comprises seven dedicated entertainment channels for kids aged 4-15 and their families, and is a joint venture between Viacom International Media Networks and BSkyB.
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It's all new this Friday on Nick Jr. on Nickelodeon! Skidoo into spring with Blue’s Clues & You!, rev it up with Blaze and his sister - she can transform too! - plus swing into a wild monkey rescue with the PAW Patrol, and you won't believe what Baby Shark will do-do-do-do-do!
11:00 a.m. - Blue's Clues & You! - Spring is Here!: It’s getting warmer outside, and the flowers are blooming – that must mean that spring is here! We play an outdoors game of Blue’s Clues to figure out what Blue wants to do on the first day of spring. (#217)
11:30 a.m. - Blaze and the Monster Machines - Sparkle's Racing Badge: It’s more Blaze family fun in this high octane, action-packed adventure as Blaze and his sister Sparkle team up to make it back to the Monster Dome in time for a big race. (#606)
12:00 p.m. - PAW Patrol - Pups Save Little Hairy/Pups Save a Kooky Climber: Big Hairy's little brother falls into a hole, and Tracker gets carried away by Big Hairy; Danny tries extreme rock climbing with Ace Sorenson. (#718)
12:30 p.m. - Baby Shark's Big Show! - Baby Shark's Big Show: Live From the Shark House: (#998; special)
Watch all your favorite Nick Jr. shows old and new on Paramount+!
9 Ways Carly Shay and Megan Parker are the Same Person 🔄 | iCarly | NickRewind
Okay, so we realize that both Carly Shay and Megan Parker are LITERALLY the same person - Miranda Cosgrove! But there are actually even more similarities between these two characters than meets the eye - between iCarly and Drake & Josh there's just enough crossover between Carly and Megan that NickRewind are bringing you 9 ways they are the same person!
Say "cheese" for a brand new episode of SpongeBob SquarePants, premiering Friday, April 23, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT), followed by an all new The Barbarian and the Troll at 7:30 and a brand new SpongeBob: Puppet Edition at 8, only on Nickelodeon! Check out the spongeriffic promos below!
In the brand new SpongeBob SquarePants episode "Knock Knock, Who's There?" SpongeBob watches Mr. Krabs's house while he's away and goes to extreme measures to prevent burglary. (#260A)
And in "Wet Painters - Puppet Edition!," the Pineapple Playhouse presents...WET PAINTERS IRL! SpongeBob and Patrick are tasked to paint the inside of Mr. Krabs' house, but will their felted forms get the task done? (#884)
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!
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U.S. SPECIAL PRESIDENTIAL ENVOY FOR CLIMATE JOHN KERRY
GUESTS ON NICKELODEON’S BRAND-NEW EARTH DAY SPECIAL,
NICK NEWS: KIDS AND THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE
CBS News Correspondent Jamie Yuccas to Host Hour-Long Special
Airing Saturday, April 17, At 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
Episode to Also Include Celebrity Guests Rob Gronkowski, Lily Collins, Liza Koshy,
Skai Jackson and More
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif.–April 16, 2021–Nickelodeon today announced U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry is making an appearance in a brand-new Earth Day special, Nick News: Kids and the Impact of Climate Change, airing Saturday, April 17, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT). Hosted by CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas, the hour-long special will tackle environmental issues, educate kids on the importance of protecting the planet and empower action through stories of kids and families across the country who are working to address the effects of climate change in their communities.
Kicking off with a primer on the history of Earth Day, Nick News: Kids and the Impact of Climate Change will also feature appearances by Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ tight end Rob Gronkowski, actress Lily Collins, digital creator and actress Liza Koshy, actress and activist Skai Jackson, among others; who will be encouraging kids to do their part to protect the planet, by sharing small but impactful ways they are more eco-conscious in their daily lives.
“Nick News: Kids and the Impact of Climate Change continues the important work of giving kids a platform to tell their stories,” said Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson, Vice President of News Programming, Nickelodeon and Executive Producer of Nick News. “As we approach another Earth Day, Nick News delves into incredibly timely topics, including the often not addressed issue of environmental racism, sustainability and the global impact of the Paris Climate Agreement; offering an engaging co-viewing opportunity that will serve as a conversation starter for families across the U.S.”
The program will also explore environmental racism introducing viewers to communities that are being besieged by industries that target underserved areas, typically populated by minorities, bringing employment opportunities that often harm the environment and cause health issues for residents. The segment will include the stories of: Fionia Carlton, a former resident of Duplin County, NC, who had to relocate because she could no longer breathe the contaminated air; Naelyn Pike, an Apache activist from San Carlos, AZ, protecting her tribal land; and Sabirah Mahmud, who lives in a polluted section of Philadelphia, PA.
Additional segments in the special include: a roundtable where kids educate their parents on environmental issues and ways they can make more eco-friendly choices; a lesson on what the Paris Climate Agreement is and explanation of terms like carbon footprint and greenhouse gases; and the results of a climate quiz about environmental issues conducted on www.nickplay.com, presented by guest kid reporter Rory Hu.
Following the premiere, Nick News: Kids and the Impact of Climate Change will encore across Nickelodeon, Nicktoons and TeenNick on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22, and will also be available on www.nickhelps.com.
The award-winning Nick News series made its return last June with a special hour-long presentation Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special, hosted by global superstar Alicia Keys, followed by Nick News: Kids Pick the President, hosted by entertainment powerhouse Keke Palmer, which aired in November. Nick News is executive produced by Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson, Vice President of News Programming, Nickelodeon and Executive Producer of Nick News.
Nickelodeon, now in its 42nd 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).
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Nickelodeon will premiere Nick News: Kids & The Impact of Climate Change, a brand new hour-long Nick News special looking at the effects climate change has on the planet, on Saturday, April 17 at 9:00 p.m. (ET/PT).
Hosted by Jamie Yuccas, the new Nick News special will feature special messages from Coyote Peterson, Cooper Barnes (Danger Force), Liza Koshy (Double Dare), Rob Gronkowski (Crashletes) and more!
In additional news, Bella, Noah and Liam Syren from the "Zero Waste Family" will be making a special Earth Day appearance on Nickelodeon. The family made a pandemic pledge to live off the land in Talmadge. The family of five, including parents Fredrika and James, are growing nearly 60 different types of vegetables, fruits and berries. Talking about his friends seeing him on TV, 10-year-old Noah said "[y]eah, except my hair is long so they sort of don't recognize me."
The award-winning Nick News series made its return last June with a special hour-long presentation Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special, hosted by global superstar Alicia Keys, and was followed by Nick News: Kids Pick the President, a special hosted by Nickelodeon alum Keke Palmer (True Jackson, VP) in October.
Earlier this year, Nickelodeon introduced Nick News Breaks, an ongoing series of news updates covering the big topics and news of the day that are most important to kids. Since its introduction, the short-form series has covered topics ranging from the Capitol Insurrection to Trump Impeachment, Peaceful Transition of Power, to COVID-19 Vaccines and NASA Landing on Mars. The most recent Nick News Breaks featured Director of NIAID and the nation’s leading expert on infectious diseases Dr. Anthony S. Fauci who answered real questions about the COVID-19 pandemic from real kids.
Specials and Nick News Breaks will continue to air throughout the year. Nick News is executive produced by Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson, Vice President of News Programming.
Children and parents can visit NickHelps.com to find information and resources for Nickelodeon's Nick News specials and shorts.
Abby and Jim Rogers of Lahaina in their appearance on “Nick News: Kids and the Impact of Climate Change,” to be aired Saturday. Credit: Nickelodeon.
Abby and Jim Rogers of Lahaina in their appearance on “Nick News: Kids and the Impact of Climate Change,” to be aired Saturday.
A Maui girl and her father will voice their concerns about the health of the ocean ecosystem on a national TV broadcast for Earth Day.
Abby Rogers, a fifth grader at King Kamehameha III Elementary School in Lahaina, and her father, Andrew Rogers, general manager of the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, will appear on the special “Nick News: Kids and the Impact of Climate Change,” airing at 6 p.m. Saturday on Nickelodeon. They discuss the health of coral reefs off Maui as part of a roundtable on climate change.
“My specific segment was where I got to talk about biodiversity in the ocean ecosystem with my dad and how everyone can help,” said Abby, 11, in a phone call from Maui.
Abby said she’s been snorkeling and diving off Maui for about two years — Kapalua Bay and off Mala Wharf in Honolua Bay are her favorite spots —and has noticed healthy and bleached, unhealthy reefs.
“It’s pretty incredible to see how it can be different,” said Abby, who is seen snorkeling in the Nickelodeon special. “Just being able to see this has made me want to make an impact on the world.”
Abby got interested in the health of coral reefs after reading an article about the Coral Reef Alliance, a nonprofit that helps reefs adapt to climate change. She came to the attention of Nickelodeon through her work as a reporter for Time for Kids, a childrens’ journal run by Time magazine.
Andrew Rogers said he is especially proud that Abby’s work will influence other children. “It kind of reminds you that you can go back to a grassroots campaign and make a difference just one person at a time,” he said.
Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Musical presented by Grapevine Faith
Opening to critical acclaim on Broadway, and nominated for 12 Tony Awards, Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Musical is a production for the entire family. Centered around the themes of hope and making the most of each day we are given, this show is certain to be a huge hit! With songs by Sara Bareilles, John Legend, Cyndi Lauper, Yolanda Adams, David Bowie, Steven Tyler, Joe Perry and many more, this colorful and imaginative production will have everyone laughing and cheering out loud.
Showtimes for Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Musical presented by Grapevine Faith
Friday, April 30: 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 1: 3 and 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 2: 3 p.m.
Face Masks are required at each show.
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Location: Grapevine Faith High School 729 E. Dallas Rd., Southlake, Texas 76051
