Posts Tagged ‘VeggieTales’
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New VeggieTales DVD to be Released in October
Monday, June 28th, 2010
Big Idea Entertainment has announced a new VeggieTales film, VeggieTales: It’s a Meaningful Life, which will be released October 2 to Christian retail stores and October 5 to the general market. The new movie will include a new original song from Grammy and Dove Award winning artist Steven Curtis Chapman entitled “Meant to Be,” and a new Silly Song entitled “Goodnight Junior.”
The launch for the movie will be supported by a comprehensive marketing and advertising campaign with licensing and promotional partners that include Burger King, McDonald’s, Chuck E. Cheese, Denny’s, KFC, Gymboree, Gund, American Greetings, Show Hope, Family Life, and more.
The story focuses on Stewart (Larry the Cucumber) and his opportunity to change the past, ultimately exploring life’s lesson of being content. Bonus features on the DVD will include director’s audio commentary, art gallery, a parent’s guide by Family Life, “Goodnight Junior” Silly Songs Sing-along, a Visit the Train Museum with Larry feature, an interview with Steven Curtis Chapman, and the “Meant to Be” music video.
Tags: Big Idea Entertainment, steven curtis chapman, VeggieTales
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This post was written by Justin McCraw
“Sing Yourself Silly” With VeggieTales Live!
Wednesday, June 9th, 2010
Big Idea Entertainment has announced the VeggieTales Live! Sing Yourself Silly tour. The 60-minute musical features characters from the VeggieTales franchise and a new song, “My Bear,” set to release with this fall’s VeggieTales: It’s a Meaningful Life DVD.
The tour will visit some 37 cities across the U.S., kicking off in Shreveport, La., September 28. Tickets range in price from $10 to $25, and more information can be found on Big Idea’s website at BigIdea.com/events.
Big Idea Entertainment is also partnering with World Vision, an organization that sponsors underprivileged children. World Vision information will be presented at each show via video and sponsorship cards.
Tags: Big Idea Entertainment, VeggieTales, VeggieTales Live! Sing Yourself Silly, VeggieTales: It's a Meaningful Life
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This post was written by Elizabeth Reid
Big Idea Signs New Licensing Deals with Hedstrom and More
Tuesday, May 11th, 2010
Big Idea Entertainment is expanding its licensing program for its popular VeggieTales brand. Big Idea has recently signed deals with several new licensing partners across various categories, including play ball and toy products from Hedstrom, confectionery products from Frankford Candy & Chocolate, and Easter candy baskets and gift sets from Sherwood Brands.
Hedstrom will develop a wide range of children’s licensed play ball, bounce, and sport toy products for the U.S. and Canadian markets. The line of VeggieTales vinyl balls and bounce toys are slated to be released in time for summer.
Tags: Big Idea Entertainment, Hedstrom, Sherwood Brands, VeggieTales
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This post was written by Elizabeth Reid
Big Idea Inks Deal with Animation Studio Entrenched
Tuesday, February 9th, 2010
Big Idea Entertainment is entering into an all-new, multi-production deal with animation studio Entrenched, Inc. The two companies will collaborate on new VeggieTales content, including DVDs, with animation completed by Entrenched’s sister-company, Hawaii Animation Studios (HAS). HAS played a significant part in the production of Big Idea Entertainment and Universal’s 2008 theatrical release VeggieTales: The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything, and the direct-to-video animated series 3-2-1 Penguins.
Tags: Big Idea, Entrenched, VeggieTales
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This post was written by Elizabeth Reid
The Toy Book’s Toy Report 01/13/10
Wednesday, January 13th, 2010
Catch up on last week’s news! Read The Toy Book Toy Report for 01/13/10.
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This post was written by Elizabeth Reid
Enesco Inks VeggieTales License
Monday, January 11th, 2010
Enesco, LLC is entering into a licensing agreement with Big Idea, Inc., to develop and distribute new products featuring VeggieTales characters and their faith-based messages. Enesco’s portfolio of brands includes its Gund plush division and its Gregg Gift division, one of the nation’s leading producers of faith-based gift products. VeggieTales products from Enesco are expected to be offered to retailers by midyear 2010 and be available in stores by the fall.
Tags: Big Idea, Enesco, VeggieTales
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