Fred Rogers Names New Supervising Producer, Licensing Director
Fred Rogers Productions names Kristin DiQuollo Supervising Producer for the upcoming series Donkey Hodie and promotes Micah Southwood to Director of Licensing.
Headstart Unveils Resoftables Sustainable Plush Brand
Headstart announced their launch of a new sustainable plush brand, Resoftables, animals that will be produced from 100% recycled plastic bottles.
WildBrain Announces Slate of Management Appointments
WildBrain Ltd. announced a number of key management appointments, including Michael Riley as Chief Brands Officer; Deirdre Brennan as Executive Vice President, Content Partnerships; and Jianbo Wei as Managing Director, China
Viking Toys Launches “Every Jumbo Plants a Tree” Program
For each Ecoline Jumbo Truck purchased, whatever the style, Viking Toys will pledge to plant one tree to support their efforts in preserving the environment.
“Ghost Squad” Film in Works from Scholastic, Josephson Entertainment, ‘Twas Entertainment
Scholastic is partnering with Josephson Entertainment and ‘Twas Entertainment for a live-action hybrid feature film based on the novel “Ghost Squad.”
Scottish Production Companies Launch Combined Studio, Wild Child Animation
Scottish production companies Red Kite Animation and Once Were Farmers are joining forces to create a brand new combined studio: Wild Child Animation.
WTHRA Announces 2020 Hall of Fame Inductees
Western Toy & Hobby Representatives Association (WTHRA) is inducting three nominees into its Hall of Fame to be honored at the ToyFest West Awards Gala.
Hasbro Annnounces New Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Vehicle Inspired by The Mandalorian
Hasbro has revealed its Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Imperial Troop Transport Vehicle, as seen for the first time on-screen in The Mandalorian.
China Pavilion Cancelled for Toy Fair
The China Pavilion at Toy Fair New York 2020 was cancelled and show attendees from China will also be subject to the U.S. travel ban.