Tuesday, September 18, 2018

Sparring with the Sensei with Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Eric Bauza!

COWABUNGA! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles return in Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Nickelodeon's brand-new 2D-animated series which reimagines the characters in a fresh new way, premiering Monday, September 17 at 6:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon USA, and to celebrate, The Beat's AJ Frost has unveiled a Turtley Awesome interview with Eric Bauza, the voice of Splinter on Rise of the TMNT, which you can check out below!:


At San Diego Comic Con earlier this year, I had the opportunity to interview some of the cast of Nickelodeon’s newest iteration of everyone’s favorite terrapin protectors of New York City. The way things work in the press room though is that everyone is only given a limited amount of time, so a lot of questions are left unasked. This year was no exception. And with the launch of Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Nick imminent, there was so much more about the show that needed to be explored. I’m thankful, however, that recently, I was fortunate enough to spend some time recently with one of the cast members to delve further into the mechanics of creating a voice for a much-beloved animated character.

Indeed, chatting with the endlessly talented and witty Eric Bauza is a delight. Fans of the franchise will know of Bauza’s role as Tiger Claw (and others) in the CGI-iteration of the Ninja Turtles that debuted in 2012. For the upcoming Rise series (which transitioned back to 2D animation), Bauza takes on a much more pivotal role as none other than Master Splinter, the Turtles’ adopted father and mentor. I began our interview by asking Eric, who is an OG fan of the Turtles from the early days, what it means to go from simply watching the Turtles to becoming a critical member its lore.

AJ FROST: Hey Eric. So nice to chat with you today. The first item I wanted to talk to about is simply: What is your feeling about playing Master Splinter at this interesting time in Ninja Turtle history? Because we’re coming off the run of a successful iteration of the franchise (that you were also involved in) and now starting a new one. Can you describe your thoughts about taking over the mantle of this significant character role in this new show?

ERIC BAUZA: To sum it up in one word: excited! Being able to be part of an already successful version of the show was one thing, but getting to come back to play one of the most iconic good guys in animation history (for a change) was so cool and a dream come true.

FROST: What do the Ninja Turtles mean to you—as a fan and as someone who grew up watching the original animated show—to now not only be a part of the show, but to be the voice of a character that kids and adults will remember for a long time to come?


Master Splinter as he appears in “Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” Courtesy of Nickelodeon.

BAUZA: I just feel that ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ are four words that should never have been together in a sentence. But it just works, even though it’s one of the strangest ideas. I’ve talked to Kevin Eastman [co-creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles] about it. I asked him: ‘Did you ever think, thirty-plus years later, that you would still be sitting here talking about these characters you created?’ And he said: ‘No. It was just a shot in the dark and, for some odd reason, people just latched onto the show.’ There aren’t a lot of shows out there that have stood the test of time as this series has. Growing up and watching it in its original run, and then being a part of this history only decades later, means such a great deal to me.

FROST: Does it blow your mind that, not only are you part of this new Turtles show but that you have Rob Paulsen [original voice of Raphael] working as the voice director? Is there a surreal element of not only acting on this version of the Ninja Turtles, but also working with one of the original vocal creators?


Eric Bauza. Photo by Gage Skidmore.

BAUZA: It’s unbelievable that this is Rob’s first time out as the voice over director. He’s doing an amazing job. And who better to give the approval of these performances than someone who was there at the beginning?

FROST: Did you read the comics growing up?

BAUZA: I did, but I wasn’t into them as much as my brother was. The comics were definitely around the house and we had some of the original first issues of these black and white comics. But to see where the Turtles have to from those original, simple pen and ink drawings… there’s a new coat of paint on these characters and the fans are in for a real rollercoaster ride.

FROST: Did you feel there was like a bit of a disconnect between the grittiness of those original comics versus fun of the cartoon? Or was it more like you could understand that the comics were only one version of the characters and the cartoons were a different version, but you could enjoy them both?

BAUZA: I feel that it is one of those weird happenings where, yes, the franchise can get gritty, but it can also exist as a preschool show. We did a Ninja Turtles one-off show [Blast from the Past] that still worked even though [it was created for young audiences]. We had these pre-teen Turtles (they were like, 12 years old) and these pre-teen versions of the bad guys and it still worked. For some odd reason, these characters work in that context or as part of a big-budget film with Michael Bay attached to it. It’s still something that people flock to the theater to see.

FROST: Moving on from the Turtles for just a brief second, I wanted to ask you a little bit about your background in animation. When you started out your career, did you think that voice acting would be the primary avenue for you in animation or what is something you found yourself doing through circumstance?

BAUZA: I feel a little bit of Column A and a little bit of Column B. I knew that I wanted to do voices, but I didn’t know how to get into it at the time. And I thought being around people who make cartoons would be a surefire way to getting a shot at voicing a cartoon. I didn’t go to school for dramatic arts, so I had to learn on the job. It was tough at the start because I was starting to work with people who had been doing this work for generations. I learned from them. I am where I am today because of the people that I grew up watching on TV. I’m lucky now to call them friends. It’s surreal to me.


Master Splinter in “Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” Courtesy of Nickelodeon.

FROST: And your first major role was Stimpy in the reboot of Ren and Stimpy?

BAUZA: Right! I had the opportunity to voice Stimpy, who I put up there with the all-time greats like Bugs Bunny, Popeye, Mickey Mouse. He was a very iconic character for Nickelodeon and set the standard for art in general. For me, Billy West will always be Stimpy. I just got to step in for just a couple episodes of a very different show.

FROST: Your path has really been quite interesting to follow because from that Stimpy role, a cursory glance at your IMDb shows that you’ve voiced hundreds of characters. At this moment in your career, where do you see your trajectory going in the next five years or so? And I ask this of someone who’s had the opportunity to give voice to all classic Warner Bros. characters to Nickelodeon staples through the Ninja Turtles and beyond.

BAUZA: I’m pretty happy where I am right now. But one day, I would love to run my own show. I have a couple ideas that I’ve been thinking about how. I still like to draw, not professionally, just for myself. My dream would be to run a show, but that is definitely a big task. I see the people who are doing it now and it’s like they are back in college: up at all hours to make sure that their show is done right. I feel that that would be something that would take me away from voiceover for a bit. But I don’t know if I’m ready for that. I kinda like coming to work in my pajamas [Laughs].

FROST: Going back to the Turtles for a moment. How did you find the voice for this version of Master Splinter? We talked about how you’ve been a fan of the franchise since the beginning. So how did you create a voice that was unique to your own your own sensibilities but also carried the legacy of all these previous iterations of the character? And how did you make it sound fresh for this new audience?


The Mutated Gang is back for more hijinks! Courtesy of Nickelodeon.

BAUZA: It all comes down to the writing and how the writers want to portray the character. [Show creators] Andy Suriano and Ant Ward had a specific vision for Splinter. And I feel that when viewers see Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, it’s a bit like a reboot, not just of the show, but of the characters themselves, including Master Splinter! We’re exploring the characters before they become full-fledged ninjas, before they truly find their way. And I think this goes with Master Splinter as well. In a sense, we’ve all grown to know this stoic character with a few moments of comedy. In this reimagining, he’s more aloof and comedic and when he’s a bit more serious and stern, that’s when he catches you. That’s when it means the most to him.

FROST: What do you think will surprise older fans of the Turtles with this show and this version of Master Splinter? What will surprise viewers checking out the Turtles for the first time?

BAUZA: That they’re still going to love it. Even though it’s different, it’s still very familiar. We don’t go too far so that you’re abandoned by the characters, but far enough that we tease you in a way: ‘Where will this character end up as we know him today?’ It gives viewers something to latch on to as far as the feeling of: ‘We’ve seen these characters many, many times before. Give us something new!’

FROST: Any final thoughts?

BAUZA: That I’m excited to be going to work whenever they call me to do this character! But also, going into the toy aisle of a department store and seeing Master Splinter on the shelf is a surreal experience having collected all the original action figures from the first run and knowing that it’s my thumbprint on the character. It’s amazing and all my appreciation goes to the fans. Without them, why would we be making this show in the first place?

--Ends--

Viacom18 Opens Nickelodeon and Colors Studios at KidZania Mumbai

Viacom18 dials up its kid’s ecosystem extends the KidZania association to Mumbai

Mumbai: Viacom18, India’s fastest growing media & entertainment network is all set to extend its association with KidZania to Mumbai!


Nickelodeon Studio

After the tremendous success of its Colors and Nickelodeon themed studios in Delhi, kids will now experience a slice of immersive experiential entertainment in Mumbai. This successful association with KidZania has been another step forward in Viacom18’s strategy of building ecosystems outside of the traditional television landscape, creating synergies across brands and platforms.

KidZania is a safe, unique, and interactive indoor theme park that empowers, inspires and educates kids through real-life role-play activities.

The association with Nickelodeon & Colors is a step towards empowering kids by allowing them to get behind the scenes of their favorite shows and characters. By providing a heady mix of reality and learning with entertainment, this association will provide a powerful developmental platform for kids to explore the inner workings of the enthralling world of media and entertainment.


Colors' Dance Deewane Studio

The Colors Studio will allow kids to actively interact and understand the story that is going to unfold for Colors show properties be it India’s Got Talent, Rising Star, or the currently ongoing Dance Deewane.

The Colors and Nickelodeon studio opened its doors at the KidZania in R- city Mall, Mumbai today, Monday 18th September 2018.

About the Nickelodeon Studio at KidZania Mumbai
With the Nickelodeon studio the channel aims at engaging their young viewers beyond television. Aimed at creating an immersive experience for kids, the Nickelodeon studio at KidZania will bring to life the engaging world of toons, allowing kids to enter and experience the wonderful world of stories. Through these role-playing activities at the dubbing studio, kids will be able to enjoy a true to life simulated dubbing experience, by giving voice to their favorite characters like Motu Patlu, Shiva, Rudra to name a few.

About the COLORS Studio at KidZania Mumbai:

The COLORS Studio will allow kids to actively interact and understand the story that is going to unfold for COLORS show properties be it India’s Got Talent, Rising Star, or the currently ongoing Dance Deewane. They can choose to be in front of the camera or behind it; enact the role of a celebrity host or get ready to dance with the stars and step into the shoes of their favorite judges, show characters. Through this role-playing activity, children will understand every aspect of a show production.

More Nick: VOOT Harnesses Viacom18 India's Multiple Brands and Businesses, Goes Local to Travel Global; To Launch in the UK in November 2018!

Sources: Television Post, tvnews4you, Indian Television.
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Nickelodeon to Produce New Show Exclusively for Netflix

Bob Bakish, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Viacom Inc., the parent company of brands such as Nickelodeon, MTV and Paramount, today announced at the Royal Television Society (RTS) conference in London, that Viacom has struck a deal for Nickelodeon to produce a brand-new series exclusively for Netflix, as part of the latest move by Viacom to push the company into a future beyond traditional television!


It's currently unclear whether the show Bakish was talking about is Netflix's brand-new live-action adaptation of Nickelodeon's beloved animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender, which the streamer announced today. However, according to media reports, this series is being produced by Netflix in partnership with Nickelodeon. It's also unknown whether Bakish meant Pinky Malinky, a brand-new Nickelodeon produced animated comedy series which is set to debut exclusively on Netflix soon. Stay tuned to NickALive! as more news about the project is revealed!

You can find more highlights from Bob Bakish's talk today at the Royal Television Society can be found here.

More Nick: Netflix to Produce Live-Action Adaptation of 'Avatar: The Last Airbender'!
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On This Day | Rocko's Modern Life Premiered | Nickelodeon

G'day, mate. Put another shrimp on the barbie, as on this day 25 YEARS AGO, Rocko's Modern Life premiered on Nickelodeon! Oh baby, oh baby, oh baby!


Nicktoons Facts: Rocko's Modern Life was created by Joe Murray. It premiered on September 18, 1993 (the fourth ever Nicktoon), and ran for 4 seasons. It also launched the careers of SpongeBob SquarePants creator Stephen Hillenburg, as well as the voice of SpongeBob/Heffer, Tom Kenny! Rocko's Modern Life is set to return the brand-new made-for-TV movie, "Static Cling", premiering soon to Nickelodeon!

Extra birthday treat: Listen to the Rocko's Modern Life (Rockos modernes Leben) theme song in German!



Check out Nickelodeon's On This Day and Remember When Facebook pages to find out awesome Nick moments from every era throughout Nickelodeon history!

Watch all your '90s Nickelodeon favorites on NickSplat, your late-night destination for your favorite childhood Nickelodeon cartoons and live-action shows! NickSplat doesn't question football-shaped heads, but embrace them - along with Reptar bars, a Big Ear of Corn, orange soda, and even slime for Pete (and Pete's) sake. Make your slime-covered Nickelodeon childhood dreams come true every night at 11 PM ET/PT on TeenNick USA, and anytime you want on NickSplat on VRV! #NickSplat!


More Nick: Nickelodeon Announces 'Rocko’s Modern Life: The Complete Series' DVD Set!

H/T: MiMorelia; Additional source: Wikipedia.
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🤣 Epic Fails For Fall 🍂 ft. SpongeBob SquarePants & The Loud House | #TryThis | Nickelodeon

Get ready for Fall with a megamix of FAILS! Count along to the beat with an epic amount of SpongeBob and Loud House fails. Let me know your favorite in the comments!



Watch more SpongeBob SquarePants and The Loud House on Nickelodeon!

More Nick: Nickelodeon USA's September 2018 Premiere Highlights!
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Henry Danger Theme in 6 MORE Languages?! 🌎 | Nickelodeon

Everyone’s RUSSIAN to watch the opening of Henry Danger in 6 MORE LANGUAGES (Russian, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Swedish and Romanian)! Check out the classic open in a whole new way again! How does Jace sound in Italian? Think he’s sweeter speaking Swedish? Do YOU speak any other languages? Let me know in the comments below! Catch more Henry Danger on Nickelodeon!



Want to hear the Henry Danger theme in 6 MORE languages?! Here you go! 🌎 http://nickalive.blogspot.com/2018/09/henry-danger-theme-in-6-languages.html

More Nick: Nickelodeon USA's September 2018 Premiere Highlights!
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Nella the Princess Knight | ‘Straight to the Top’ Music Video 💛 | Nick Jr. Global

Sing along to Nella's power song: "Straight to the Top"! No matter how challenging things may be, Nella will face her fears and never gives up on her goals!

PAW Patrol | Marshall's Ultimate Fire Truck Helps Rescue Cat In Tree - Toy Epsiode

A scared kitty is stuck up a tree, Ryder calls on the Paw Patrol to help rescue it!



No job is too big, no pup is too small! The PAW Patrol pups are ready to save the day.. and you can help them! Catch full episodes on Nickelodeon, Nick Jr. and the Nick Jr. App!

Keep up with the latest PAW news!: PawPatrol.com | Instagram | Facebook.

More Nick: Nickelodeon Releases ‘PAW Patrol: Mighty Pups' Special on DVD Exclusively at Walmart Ahead of TV Debut!
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Meet the Newest Villains 👿 Including John Cena’s Baron Draxum | Rise of the TMNT | #TurtlesTuesday | Nickelodeon

The NEWEST batch of TMNT bad guys are here! Meet John Cena’s character, Baron Draxum (Chief Alchemist of the Hidden City), Meat Sweats (former celebrity chef), Warren Stone (mutant earthworm), Albearto (animatronic bear), and the Foot Clan (have you seen the foot on their faces?!). The Turtles will need every move they have to take these guys down!! See these villains AND MORE in the brand new series, Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!



Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is airing NOW on Nickelodeon USA, and will premiere in the UK & Ireland on Saturday 22nd September 2018 at 10am BST on Nicktoons & Channel 5! Click here for more international Rise of the TMNT premiere dates.

More Nick: Nickelodeon to Host 'Rise of the TMNT' Panel at NYCC 2018!
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WIN 'Rise of the TMNT' Toys with Nickelodeon and Fooji!

Update (9/18): Straight from the sewers and onto your screen! Like the Turtles Facebook page for a special live stream on Tuesday, September 18 at 1pm EST!: https://www.facebook.com/TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles 🐢

Cowabunga dudes! 💚 Any 18+ NYC residents hungry for pizza and Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toys? Nickelodeon USA and Fooji have teamed up to get your back! Tweet #TMNT + #RisePrize for your chance to win a sweet or savory prize!


Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles premieres tonight at 6:30pm ET/PT, only on Nickelodeon USA! Visit nick.com/rise and the Nick App to find out more!

For more chances to win Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toys, visit the official Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toys Facebook page, Facebook.com/TMNTPlay!


More Nick: Nickelodeon to Host 'Rise of the TMNT' Panel at NYCC 2018!

Originally published: Monday, September 17, 2018.
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Nicktoons UK to Premiere Brand-New Episodes of 'SpongeBob SquarePants' from Monday 1st October 2018

Nicktoons UK and Ireland is set to brighten up your October by bringing you brand-new episodes of Nickelodeon's hit original animated series SpongeBob SquarePants, including the all-new episodes "Library Cards", "Plankton Paranoia" and "Call the Cops"! The sponge is ready for you, but are YOU ready for the sponge? Don't miss brand-new episodes of SpongeBob SquarePants, starts Monday 1st October 2018, only on Nicktoons & Eire!



It's nearly Halloween! Get in the Halloween spirit by playing the spooktacular SpongeBob SquarePants game "Tracks of Terror" now at nicktoons.co.uk/terror!

In "Library Cards", when Patrick discovers the pineapple's library, SpongeBob introduces him to the wonderful world of book learning.

In "Plankton Paranoia", Plankton hasn’t tried to steal the secret formula in a while…and that’s making Mr. Krabs nervous!

And in "Call the Cops", Plankton goes to jail, but the secret formula is taken as evidence; SpongeBob and Mr. Krabs plot to get it back!

More Nick: Nickelodeon's Reimagined 'Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' to Bow on UK TV Screens on Saturday 22nd September 2018!

Originally published: Tuesday, September 18, 2018.

Schedule source: Sky Guide TV Listings.
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PRETTYMUCH Act Out Musical Charades of Drake, Ariana Grande & More! 🎶 | #MusicMonday | Nickelodeon

PRETTYMUCH are coming to play, the #MusicMonday way. Can you guess the popular songs they act out? Think you can master their musical riddles? Play along with Brandon, Zion, Nick, Edwin and Austin -- and comment your answers below before time runs out! 😎



What is your favorite song to listen to on MUSIC MONDAY?!

More Nick: Nickelodeon USA's September 2018 Premiere Highlights!
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DON'T Do This in a Cartoon | Butch Hartman

The story of what Butch Hartman learned when storyboarding an episode of Johnny Bravo and how it changed the way he ran my own shows going forward - Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom, TUFF PUPPY, and Bunsen is a Beast!



More Nick: GameMill Entertainment Announces 'Nickelodeon Kart Racers' | First Look!

Yes, he's the real guy. Butch Hartman created your childhood AKA Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom, TUFF Puppy, and now...the NOOG NETWORK and Bunsen Is a Beast!

Butch Hartman Sketchbook #1: https://www.amazon.com/Butch-Hartman-Sketchbook-Stuff-drawn/dp/1975613392

Check out Butch's brand-new comic The 3 O'Clock Club from Lion Forge Comics, and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow everything of Butch's below:

Butch Hartman - Facebook | Instagram | Butch's Sketchpad On Instagram | Twitter | Snapchat: @realhartman | YouTube | Speech Bubble | Tumblr | Pinterest

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More Nick: Butch Hartman Kickstarting Oaxis Online Platform!
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Nickelodeon Celebrates 🎉 Hispanic Heritage Month | Nick

¡Hola amigos! Nickelodeon is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and they want to celebrate with you! Let Nick know in the comments on YouTube how you will be celebrating this month. Catch more of your favorite shows on Nickelodeon!


It's National Hispanic Heritage Month! How do you celebrate your culture?

More Nick: Nickelodeon Launches Year-Round 'That's Me' Campaign!

Originally published: Monday, September 17, 2018.
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Reto Noobees: Sebastián Urdiales nos da sus tips gamers | Latinoamérica | Nickelodeon en Español

¡Sebas Urdiales nos da algunos tips gamers para dejar de ser un Noobee y convertirte en un Rocker! ¡Estén pendientes que muy pronto competirá contra Jan Carlo Bautista en el RETO NOOBEES para ser el gran gamer de Latinoamérica!



Más: http://www.mundonick.com/programas/noobees/7smix8

Más Nick: Nickelodeon Latin America to Premiere New eSports Series 'N00bees' on Monday 17th September 2018!
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Reto Noobees: Jan Carlo Bautista nos da sus tips gamers | Nickelodeon Latinoamérica

¡Jan Carlo nos da algunos tips gamers para dejar de ser un Noobee y convertirte en un Rocker! ¡Estén pendientes que muy pronto competirá contra Sebastian Urdiales en el RETO NOOBEES para ser el gran gamer de Latinoamérica!



Más: http://www.mundonick.com/programas/noobees/7smix8

Más Nick: Nickelodeon Latin America to Premiere New eSports Series 'N00bees' on Monday 17th September 2018!
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ICYMI | Nickelodeon News Round-Up | Week 37

Welcome to ICYMI, a round-up of all the Nickelodeon News announced during the past week!

Mondo TV To Showcase 'Heidi Bienvenida al Show' At NATPE 2018; Signs 'Heidi Bienvenida' Publishing Deal With Penguin

Mondo TV is set to promote the follow-up to the live-action hit Heidi Bienvenida a Casa at NATPE 2018!


“Production on the second series—called Heidi Bienvenida al Show—has now been finalized,” says Maria Bonaria Fois, the general manager of Mondo TV Iberoamerica. “Heidi Bienvenida al Show is due out by the beginning of 2018.” The company will also be showcasing the first season and has plans for a third installment in the future. The series airs regularly on Nickelodeon Latinoamérica and Nickelodeon Brasil.

This year marks the fourth time that Mondo TV is attending the NATPE Miami Marketplace & Conference. In addition to Heidi, Mondo TV will also be showcasing Invention Story, a younger-skewing animated show slated to launch this year. “Henan York Animation and Mondo TV have already committed to five [seasons of Invention Story] for a total of 520 11-minute episodes,” she says.

There is also Invention Story, a younger-skewing animated show slated to launch this year. “Henan York Animation and Mondo TV have already committed to five [seasons of Invention Story] for a total of 520 11-minute episodes,” Fois says.

NATPE 2018 will take place at the Fontainebleau & Eden Roc, Miami Beach, Florida between Tuesday 16th - Thursday 18th January 2018.

Celebrating 55 years of service to the ever-evolving global television industry, NATPE inspires the growth and success of content development, creation, production, financing and distribution across all platforms through interdependent marketplaces where industry powers gather to offer insight and make deals. NATPE is the leader in developing international markets and conferences for the entire spectrum of the dynamic content business. Full information about NATPE can be found at natpe.com.

In related news, Mondo TV Iberoamerica has teamed up with Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial for a multi-country publishing deal inspired by the television show, Heidi, Bienvenida a Casa and Heidi Bienvenida al Show.

The two-year agreement will see Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial – an imprint of Penguin Random House International - launch more than 10 titles based on the teen comedy-drama in Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay.

“We are thrilled to be able to announce this publishing deal for Heidi Bienvenida,” said Fois. “Penguin Random House, one of the most important names in world publishing, is an ideal partner for Heidi and will further build on the success of the TV series and licensing program with these wonderful new titles.”

The new titles are expected to hit shelves in March 2018.

Inspired by the classic 1880 novel Heidi by Johanna Spyri, which tells the tale of a young girl full of charm who leaves her mountain home for the city, the series reinterprets the classic children's story, combining comedy, humor and music with modern day twists. The 60×45-minute series was written by Marcela Citterio and is co-produced with Alianzas Producciones. Heidi, Bienvenida a Casa launched on Nickelodeon Latinoamérica and Nickelodeon Brasil. Heidi Bienvenida a Casa is Mondo TV Iberoamerica’s first live-action TV production.

Also, from TVNIÑOS:

Heidi, bienvenida al show

Origen: Argentina.

Distribuidor: Mondo TV Iberoamérica.

Creadora: Marcela Citterio.

Descripción: Heidi, bienvenida al show es la segunda temporada de la nueva serie, basada en una idea original de la autora y productora Marcela Citterio, que reinterpreta la clásica novela infantil, llevando a la pantalla televisiva una imagen de Heidi con un toque moderno, lleno de comedia y música.

Heidi, bienvenida al show es una coproducción de Mondo TV Iberoamérica y Alianzas Producciones.

Sinopsis: ¡Tras la exitosa primera temporada de Heidi bienvenida, llega Heidi, bienvenida al show! Sí, la chica feliz y amable de las montañas está de vuelta en una nueva serie original de la reconocida escritora Marcela Citterio.

Heidi, la entrañable protagonista llena de magia y ternura, atraída por un ingenioso plan llevado a cabo por la tía Dete y el Señor Conejo, vuelve a mudarse a la Gran Ciudad. Allí, junto a los amigos de siempre, Emma, Pedro, Diego e Imanol, Heidi tendrá una nueva y extravagante familia. Las audiencias conocerán al Señor Conejo, ahora dueño de la mansión y con una enorme pasión por los relojes, sus hijas Cocó y Mía, desde el primer instante enemiga de Heidi.

En esta historia repleta de color, música y espectáculo, Heidi descubrirá nuevas amistades y pasiones, como la de crear perfumes, y se enfrentará a un nuevo desafío: Ayudar a Cocó a superar su fobia de cantar y bailar en público para dejar salir la artista que vive en ella.

Así el cuento se renueva con apasionantes y divertidas aventuras, animadas bandas musicales, nuevos locales en la ciudad y sobre todo nuevos amores. Mientras Clara regresa a la ciudad con la convicción de no volver a enamorarse, Maxine encontrará finalmente su príncipe que resultará ser un amigo muy especial de Heidi.

Formato: Dos temporadas disponibles, cada una de 60 episodios de 45 minutos de duración cada una. La tercera temporada en producción en 2019, por un total de 180 episodios.

Principales cadenas televisivas: La primera temporada fue emitida en Nickelodeon Latinoamérica desde el 13 de marzo de 2017 y finalizó el 2 de junio. Durante el mes de julio del año pasado, fue transmitida por A+ de TV Azteca. A partir de septiembre de 2017, se lanzó en varias pantallas de televisión abierta en la región, como Red Uno en Bolivia, Megavisión en El Salvador, Teletica en Costa Rica y Colorvisión en República Dominicana, entre otras.

Comentarios: “Heidi, una marca que perdura de generación en generación, gracias a la pluma de Marcela Citterio, toma nueva forma y vida coloreándose de matices inesperadas para entrar en el corazón de adultos y niños. La serie se centra mucho en las temáticas que más aman las adolescentes como la moda, tecnología, magia y las aspiraciones para el futuro. En esta segunda temporada hay aún más música, color, espectáculo y mucho amor. Heidi bienvenida ya tiene un público internacional: La primera temporada, Heidi, bienvenida a casa, se está emitiendo en Italia en Rai Gulp desde el pasado 30 de abril con excelentes resultados de audiencia. Estamos muy confiados en que Heidi, bienvenida al show también será bien recibida por el público de todo el mundo”.
— María Bonaria Fois, gerente general
Mondo TV Iberoamérica

Contacto de ventas: Dimitri Papanikas, d.papanikas@mondotviberoamerica.com

Sitio electrónico: http://mondotviberoamerica.com/twelve_portfolio/heidi-bienvenida-al-show/

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Originally published: Friday, January 12, 2018.

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Meet the Voice Behind 'Rugrats' Susie Carmichael | Great Big Story



Cree Summer is a lot of things. She’s a mother, an artist, an actress—and, she’s the voice of your childhood. As the vocal force behind characters, such as Susie Carmichael from Rugrats and All Grown Up!, Miranda on As Told By Ginger, Tiff on My Life as a Teenage Robot, Penny from Inspector Gadget, and Elymyra from Tiny Toon Adventures, Cree has made a career bringing some of your favorite cartoons to life. In an industry that doesn’t boast a lot of diversity on or off screen, characters like Susie Carmichael and people like Cree are especially important. Historically, white voice actors would provide the voices for all characters, regardless of race or background. Today, thanks to the work of Cree and others, cartoons are beginning to better represent the kids that look to them for a little bit of guidance and a whole lot of unadulterated joy.

Great Big Story would like to say thank-you to their guest editor this week, Yvonne Orji. Check her out in Insecure,” Sundays at 10:30 P.M. on HBO.

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