Sunday, August 06, 2017
TMNT's Greg Cipes, Nickelodeon Exec Anthony DiCosmo And NASCAR Driver Bubba Wallace Talk About “A Good Day for Play”
In the latest episode of WGN Radio's On the Road, actor Greg Cipes, who voices Michelangelo on Nickelodeon's hit animated series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Anthony DiCosmo, Sports Marketing & Content Development Executive at Nickelodeon, and Nascar Driver Bubba Wallace join Dane Neal in studio to talk about their appearance at the “A Good Day for Play” event held at Good Details Gallery in Chicago’s Art District. Listen to Greg, Anthony and Bubba here on wgnradio.com!
TMNT Creator Shares Secret To Making Comics Your Life
Recently in San Diego for Comic-Con 2017, Kevin Eastman, the co-creator of one of the most creative comic franchises, stopped by the CBS News 8 studio to inspire comic lovers to turn their passion into a career!
Kevin Eastman and his collaborator Peter Laird were thinking one day: “What ironic animal would we make Bruce Lee into if he were a comic character?” Naturally, considering Lee’s mega strength and lightning-like agility, a turtle was the perfect match. Next thing they knew, Eastman had a sketch of a turtle in fighting stance brandishing nunchucks Michelangelo was born!
Eastman and Laird self published a little more than 3,000 copies of the 40-page Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in May of 1984. By September, 1985, it received 3 additional printings.
The first TMNT animated came in 1987 and ran for 10 years, the gang’s first action figures rolled out in 1988, and the franchise’s first live-action movie came in 1990, which to this day, is the second highest grossing independent film of all time. 30 years later, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is still going strong, with a animated series on Nickelodeon, and a second one set to debut on the network in 2018.
With all that said, you trust a guy like Eastman when he gives advice on how to make a living in the comic book industry.
One piece of advice from the sensei: don’t be afraid to be different. Eastman said that the idea of TMNT was so different that it helped draw comic readers’ attention. He shared some more tips with the News 8 Morning Extra crew.
Kevin Eastman and his collaborator Peter Laird were thinking one day: “What ironic animal would we make Bruce Lee into if he were a comic character?” Naturally, considering Lee’s mega strength and lightning-like agility, a turtle was the perfect match. Next thing they knew, Eastman had a sketch of a turtle in fighting stance brandishing nunchucks Michelangelo was born!
Eastman and Laird self published a little more than 3,000 copies of the 40-page Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in May of 1984. By September, 1985, it received 3 additional printings.
The first TMNT animated came in 1987 and ran for 10 years, the gang’s first action figures rolled out in 1988, and the franchise’s first live-action movie came in 1990, which to this day, is the second highest grossing independent film of all time. 30 years later, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is still going strong, with a animated series on Nickelodeon, and a second one set to debut on the network in 2018.
With all that said, you trust a guy like Eastman when he gives advice on how to make a living in the comic book industry.
One piece of advice from the sensei: don’t be afraid to be different. Eastman said that the idea of TMNT was so different that it helped draw comic readers’ attention. He shared some more tips with the News 8 Morning Extra crew.
Five Things You Probably Didn’t Know About JoJo Siwa
Joelle Joanie Siwa, known professionally as JoJo Siwa, was born in Nebraska on May 19, 2003. She is a young American dancer, singer, actress, and YouTuber. She shot to fame when she appeared on Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition with her mother, Jessalyn Siwa. JoJo was the youngest contestant in season 2 and she was eliminated in week 9. In 2014, she auditioned for the Abby Lee Miller’s ALDC, a dance competition team. JoJo was selected to become a member of the team in 2015. During the same year, she began appearing on Dance Moms, a reality television series aired on Lifetime that follows the ALDC team. Here are five more things you probably didn’t know about JoJo Siwa!:
1. She is Already an Award-Winning Star
Despite her age, JoJo Siwa is already an award-winning star. She was nominated for the Dancers Choice Awards Favorite Dancer 17 & Under at the Industry Dance Awards. Unfortunately, she didn’t win on this occasion but moved on to bigger and better things. In 2016, Dance Moms won the Reality Television Award for the Most Heartfelt Moment. This was followed by JoJo winning a personal award in 2017 for Favorite Viral Music Artist at Nickelodeon's 2017 Kids’ Choice Awards.
2. She Has Several TV Guest Appearances Under Her Belt
Although she is best-known for her dancing talents, JoJo is establishing a fledgling career in acting and already has several guest appearances under her belt. She appeared as a guest on Make It Pop and The Thundermans, and played the part of a ghost in Nickelodeon’s Ultimate Halloween Costume Party, and in 2017, she acted in skits on Nickelodeon's Not So Valentine's Special, Nickelodeon's Sizzling Summer Camp Special, and is about to star in her very own Nickelodeon special, JoJo Siwa: My World, premiering Saturday 12th August 2017 at 8:00pm ET/PT on Nickelodeon USA and Friday 18th August 2017 at 5:00pm on Nickelodeon UK & Ireland!
3. JoJo Hates Junk Food
While most teens can’t wait to cram as much unhealthy foods into their mouths as possible, this is not the case with JoJo. She simply is not a fan of junk food. She confessed to fans in one of her YouTube videos that she hates most American junk foods, such as hamburgers and hot dogs. She much prefers eating salmon, salad, and noodles. The one junk food that she does enjoy is pizza.
4. She Has Around 800 Bows
JoJo is well-known for her personal style and her huge bows are a key feature of this. She has confessed to having around 800 bows in her home. Her bows have become more than just a personal fashion statement for this young star as they have led to her launching her own accessories range, including her signature bows, that is sold in stores of the accessories retailer, Claire’s. The popularity of her accessories has even spread across the globe, including in the UK and Australia.
5. Hip Hop is her Favorite Dance Style
Dance is an important part of JoJo’s life and something that she is passionate about. JoJo began dance classes when she was just five years old. She loves nearly all styles of dance but her favorite to perform is hip hop. The only style she doesn't enjoy is ballet.
More Nick: JoJo Siwa To Perform For The First-Ever Time In The UK Exclusively At Nickelodeon UK's SLIMEFEST 2017!
Based on an article from TVOvermind.
Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Google+, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for all the latest Nickelodeon and JoJo Siwa: My World News and Highlights!
1. She is Already an Award-Winning Star
Despite her age, JoJo Siwa is already an award-winning star. She was nominated for the Dancers Choice Awards Favorite Dancer 17 & Under at the Industry Dance Awards. Unfortunately, she didn’t win on this occasion but moved on to bigger and better things. In 2016, Dance Moms won the Reality Television Award for the Most Heartfelt Moment. This was followed by JoJo winning a personal award in 2017 for Favorite Viral Music Artist at Nickelodeon's 2017 Kids’ Choice Awards.
2. She Has Several TV Guest Appearances Under Her Belt
Although she is best-known for her dancing talents, JoJo is establishing a fledgling career in acting and already has several guest appearances under her belt. She appeared as a guest on Make It Pop and The Thundermans, and played the part of a ghost in Nickelodeon’s Ultimate Halloween Costume Party, and in 2017, she acted in skits on Nickelodeon's Not So Valentine's Special, Nickelodeon's Sizzling Summer Camp Special, and is about to star in her very own Nickelodeon special, JoJo Siwa: My World, premiering Saturday 12th August 2017 at 8:00pm ET/PT on Nickelodeon USA and Friday 18th August 2017 at 5:00pm on Nickelodeon UK & Ireland!
3. JoJo Hates Junk Food
While most teens can’t wait to cram as much unhealthy foods into their mouths as possible, this is not the case with JoJo. She simply is not a fan of junk food. She confessed to fans in one of her YouTube videos that she hates most American junk foods, such as hamburgers and hot dogs. She much prefers eating salmon, salad, and noodles. The one junk food that she does enjoy is pizza.
4. She Has Around 800 Bows
JoJo is well-known for her personal style and her huge bows are a key feature of this. She has confessed to having around 800 bows in her home. Her bows have become more than just a personal fashion statement for this young star as they have led to her launching her own accessories range, including her signature bows, that is sold in stores of the accessories retailer, Claire’s. The popularity of her accessories has even spread across the globe, including in the UK and Australia.
5. Hip Hop is her Favorite Dance Style
Dance is an important part of JoJo’s life and something that she is passionate about. JoJo began dance classes when she was just five years old. She loves nearly all styles of dance but her favorite to perform is hip hop. The only style she doesn't enjoy is ballet.
More Nick: JoJo Siwa To Perform For The First-Ever Time In The UK Exclusively At Nickelodeon UK's SLIMEFEST 2017!
Based on an article from TVOvermind.
Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Google+, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for all the latest Nickelodeon and JoJo Siwa: My World News and Highlights!
Sprinting For Toys In 60 Seconds | Nickelodeon Africa Toy Sprint 2017
Sprinting for toys in 60 seconds
Nickelodeon Africa recently invited kids from around South Africa to show off their super powers by snatching all their favourite toys in 60 seconds in the ultimate Nickelodeon Toy Sprint with Toys “R” Us!
Maleeha Suliman expressing her joy after winning cool toys during the Nickelodeon Toy Sprint held at the Boksburg Toys “R” Us store.
On Wednesday 12th July 2017, Toys “R” Us in Boksburg hosted the Johannesburg leg of the Nickelodeon Toy Sprint.
A total of four children put their speed to the test in a race against the clock to scoop as many toys as they can in 60 seconds.
Aishania Naidoo holding her trolley with toys she collected during the Nickelodeon Toy Sprint at the Toys “R” Us store in Boksburg.
The winners were Aishania Sana Naidoo, Chad Fanaroff, Julie Joan Kloppe and Maleeha Suliman.
Tasania Parsadh, channel director for Nickelodeon said: “The competition was open to children aged 6 to 12 years. We are delighted to be partnering again this year with Toys “R” Us in this fun competition which is an epic race against the clock.
“Children always comes first at Nickelodeon and this is a dream competition for youngsters.”
From left: Ronny Naidu, Mogie Naidu, Veneita Naidoo holding Aishania Naidoo (winner), Ishara Naidoo and Indran Naidoo.
Nicole Annells, marketing manager Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa, said: “We are overwhelmed by the incredible response to the competition and can’t wait to make all our finalists’ dreams of running through their favourite toy store a reality.”
The winners of the Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg sprints are now going head-to-head in an online video battle, in which fans can vote for the contestant they want to see crowned the Ultimate Toy Sprint Champion online at NickAfrica.com.
The 12 finalists of the 2017 Nickelodeon Toy Sprint are: Aishania, Chad, Julie, Keagan, Keenan, Meleeha, Nickholis, Nikhil, Singabakho, Tahil, Tiahna, and Vanya.
Maleeha Suliman grabbing a table pool box during her 60 seconds toy sprint.
The grand winner will receive an all-expenses paid 5 night stay at the brand new Nickelodeon Hotels and Resorts Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. Fans who cast your vote and enter their details on the website also have the chance to win a Nintendo Switch.
More Nick: August 2017 On Nickelodeon Africa, Nicktoons Africa and Nick Jr. Africa!
Original source: Boksburg Advertiser.
Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Google+, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for all the latest Nickelodeon Africa News and Highlights!
Nickelodeon Africa recently invited kids from around South Africa to show off their super powers by snatching all their favourite toys in 60 seconds in the ultimate Nickelodeon Toy Sprint with Toys “R” Us!
Maleeha Suliman expressing her joy after winning cool toys during the Nickelodeon Toy Sprint held at the Boksburg Toys “R” Us store.
On Wednesday 12th July 2017, Toys “R” Us in Boksburg hosted the Johannesburg leg of the Nickelodeon Toy Sprint.
A total of four children put their speed to the test in a race against the clock to scoop as many toys as they can in 60 seconds.
Aishania Naidoo holding her trolley with toys she collected during the Nickelodeon Toy Sprint at the Toys “R” Us store in Boksburg.
The winners were Aishania Sana Naidoo, Chad Fanaroff, Julie Joan Kloppe and Maleeha Suliman.
Tasania Parsadh, channel director for Nickelodeon said: “The competition was open to children aged 6 to 12 years. We are delighted to be partnering again this year with Toys “R” Us in this fun competition which is an epic race against the clock.
“Children always comes first at Nickelodeon and this is a dream competition for youngsters.”
From left: Ronny Naidu, Mogie Naidu, Veneita Naidoo holding Aishania Naidoo (winner), Ishara Naidoo and Indran Naidoo.
Nicole Annells, marketing manager Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa, said: “We are overwhelmed by the incredible response to the competition and can’t wait to make all our finalists’ dreams of running through their favourite toy store a reality.”
The winners of the Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg sprints are now going head-to-head in an online video battle, in which fans can vote for the contestant they want to see crowned the Ultimate Toy Sprint Champion online at NickAfrica.com.
The 12 finalists of the 2017 Nickelodeon Toy Sprint are: Aishania, Chad, Julie, Keagan, Keenan, Meleeha, Nickholis, Nikhil, Singabakho, Tahil, Tiahna, and Vanya.
Maleeha Suliman grabbing a table pool box during her 60 seconds toy sprint.
The grand winner will receive an all-expenses paid 5 night stay at the brand new Nickelodeon Hotels and Resorts Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. Fans who cast your vote and enter their details on the website also have the chance to win a Nintendo Switch.
More Nick: August 2017 On Nickelodeon Africa, Nicktoons Africa and Nick Jr. Africa!
Original source: Boksburg Advertiser.
Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Google+, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for all the latest Nickelodeon Africa News and Highlights!
Power Rangers Trade In Zords For Cars In Slick New "Cosmic Drift" Teaser
If you've ever wanted to see the Power Rangers trade in their Zords for souped-up cars, then you've come to the right place!
The talented team at Baller Status created a new short film for Formula Drift called "Cosmic Drift", and the first teaser for it looks pretty amazing. The Power Rangers find themselves in decked out rides with Ranger-appropriate paint jobs as they drift through the streets.
Just seeing those cars race around the track wouldn't be enough though, so the team went a step further and pitted the Rangers against two monster creations that look straight out of Finster's playbook, with the Ranger vehicles having to dodge incoming fire as they race to save the captured civilians. Even Zordon makes an appearance, utilizing footage from his Mighty Morphin days.
The full film debuted at the Formula Drift event at Evergreen Speedway on Saturday 5th August 2017 in Monroe, Washington, and check out the full teaser above!
More Nick: Nickelodeon USA To Premiere More New Episodes Of "Power Rangers Ninja Steel" From Saturday 12th August 2017!
Catch up with the first half of the brand-new season of Power Rangers, Power Rangers Ninja Steel, on nick.com/ninjasteel!
More Power Rangers: Tickets For Power Morphicon 2018 Available Now!
Original source: ComicBook.
Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Google+, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon and Power Rangers News and Highlights!
The talented team at Baller Status created a new short film for Formula Drift called "Cosmic Drift", and the first teaser for it looks pretty amazing. The Power Rangers find themselves in decked out rides with Ranger-appropriate paint jobs as they drift through the streets.
Just seeing those cars race around the track wouldn't be enough though, so the team went a step further and pitted the Rangers against two monster creations that look straight out of Finster's playbook, with the Ranger vehicles having to dodge incoming fire as they race to save the captured civilians. Even Zordon makes an appearance, utilizing footage from his Mighty Morphin days.
The full film debuted at the Formula Drift event at Evergreen Speedway on Saturday 5th August 2017 in Monroe, Washington, and check out the full teaser above!
More Nick: Nickelodeon USA To Premiere More New Episodes Of "Power Rangers Ninja Steel" From Saturday 12th August 2017!
Catch up with the first half of the brand-new season of Power Rangers, Power Rangers Ninja Steel, on nick.com/ninjasteel!
More Power Rangers: Tickets For Power Morphicon 2018 Available Now!
Original source: ComicBook.
Follow NickALive! on Twitter, Tumblr, Google+, via RSS, on Instagram, and/or Facebook for the latest Nickelodeon and Power Rangers News and Highlights!
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