marblemedia and Jam Pie Media Are Making Something Mighty with TVO and Knowledge
New kids live-action series, Super Mighty Makers helps kids make the world brighter through cool crafts and kindness
TORONTO, ON, October 9, 2017 - There is no kindness too small! No idea too tricky! No craft too sticky! marblemedia along with JamPie Media, TVO and Knowledge Network are pleased to announce the production greenlight of scripted kids live-action series Super Mighty Makers, a 26 x 11 / 13 x 22 min series where inspiring kids engage in acts of kindness, by crafting things with the help of a team of Super Mighty Makers heeding the call of kindness and D.I.Y. duty.
The first series created by Jamie Piekarz from her new company Jam Pie Media, Super Mighty Makers will be produced by marblemedia in association with Jam Pie Media, TVO and Knowledge Network.
“Kids can change the world! They are brimming with creativity, curiosity and kindness, and we look forward to celebrating a new generation of D.I.Y. superheroes with this new series,” says Mark Bishop, Co-CEO of marblemedia.
"The idea for Super Mighty Makers came from paying attention to kids as they make crafts,” adds Jamie Piekarz, of Jam Pie Media. “Whether at home, in school or at summer camps, children are always talking about how to make their creations special for the person they want to give them to. Crafting has kindness built into its very DNA so creating a show that combined kindness missions with D.I.Y. was natural."
"Children can truly make a difference through a simple act of kindness. Super Mighty Makers gives kids a chance to see how they can take action and make a difference by combining crafts and acts of kindness," says Marney Malabar, TVO’s Director of Kids TV. “It’s another way that TVOkids gets children ready for school, life, and to take on the world.”
Super Mighty Makers
The Super Mighty Makers are a team of kid superheroes with special D.I.Y. powers that help friends spread kindness with perfect one-of-a-kind crafts in fun new maker missions in each episode. From making a new student in school feel welcome, to cheering up a friend with a broken leg or creating a care package for an elderly neighbour, kids are inspired to save the day with cool crafts, creativity and kindness.
The series, developed with TVO and additionally financed by the Canada Media Fund, will start production this fall and launch in Fall 2018. The series is complimented by a strong digital media component, produced by marblemedia Interactive, which communicates core fundamental skills and tips to young crafters in quick, informative videos, available through an enhanced interactive media player. Aspiring makers will be able to follow along and make their own crafts they see in the show, like a ‘Super Denim Doer’ or the ‘Super Stone Soother’.
Distribution360, a marblemedia company, will hold distribution and licensing rights for the series, including both tape and format sales.
About marblemedia
marblemedia is a leading global entertainment company that develops, produces and distributes compelling TV and interactive digital content for audiences of all ages, across media platforms. With newly launched divisions specializing in primetime unscripted and scripted programming complementing its roster of successful kids and family properties, international distribution company Distribution360 and an in-house interactive studio, marblemedia is an expert in delivering winning content that meets the needs of an ever-changing media landscape.
Founded in 2001 by co-CEOs Mark Bishop and Matt Hornburg with a vision of creativity, partnership and innovation, the company has offices in Toronto and London, plus a 50-acre production facility located 90 minutes north of Toronto. Learn more at marblemedia.com.
About JamPie Media
JamPie Media is owned by Jamie Piekarz, a content creator, producer and consultant. JamPie Media specializes in engaging and entertaining kids on any platform with the goal of communicating and connecting with children and their families in a fun, meaningful and emotionally engaging way. The big idea is to use creativity and storytelling to do good work, make memories and impact young audiences globally.
About TVO
As the technological extension of Ontario’s public education system, TVO’s vision is to create a better world through the power of learning. TVO provides learning opportunities for Ontarians through innovative educational products, in-depth current affairs, groundbreaking documentaries, and award-winning TVOKids resources both inside and outside the classroom. TVO is funded primarily by the Province of Ontario and is a registered charity supported by sponsors and thousands of donors. For more information, visit tvo.org.
For further information, contact:
Emily Marshall
PR Associate, ChizComm Ltd
Alexandra West
TVO
Marketing & PR Associate
Sandy Jobin-Bevans and Kylee Evans to host new family game show Just Like Mom and Dad
Husband and wife duo to begin filming Just Like Mom and Dad this October
Toronto, Canada - October 3, 2017 - Award-winning global media production and distribution company marblemedia is excited to announce husband and wife duo Sandy Jobin-Bevans and Kylee Evans as the new host couple of Just Like Mom and Dad, the modern remake of the hit 80’s series Just Like Mom.
Sandy Jobin-Bevans, a nine time Canadian Comedy Award winner and actor, and actress Kylee Evans, will begin filming Just Like Mom and Dad this fall. Produced in association with YES TV in Canada and BYUtv in the US, the 20-episode primetime family game show will premiere across North America in January 2018. marblemedia secured all remake and development rights in an agreement with Bell Media.
Kylee and Sandy are no strangers to kids and family entertainment. They both appeared on YTV/Nickelodeon’s hit sitcom Life With Boys, where Sandy played the loving, single father and Kylee played their neighbour. Sandy was also the co-host of the hidden camera game show, Deal With It and Kylee is known for her recurring roles in Good Witch and The Stanley Dynamic.
Just Like Mom and Dad is shot before a live, energetic studio audience on a bright, dynamic set filled with flashy lights, giant moving video screens, and a bigger and more tempting prize wheel. Each episode of Just Like Mom and Dad will feature three parent-kid pairs. The game starts with two exciting, interactive question-answer based rounds where parents and kids will be quizzed on each other. The third and final round will be an exciting bake-off in a new, state of the art kitchen coliseum, but in this kitchen the kids are in charge and the parents are the taste-testers.
Sandy and Kylee are ready to lead you through all of the bake-offs, big spins and even bigger prizes coming your way on this season of Just Like Mom and Dad!
Studio Audience Experience
Just Like Mom and Dad is inviting everyone to join them in-studio for the live studio audience experience! Want to join in on the fun? You and your family can be a part of the Just Like Mom and Dad live studio audience and watch all the fun first hand! It’s easy!
Send an email to audience@marblemedia.com saying you and your family would like to attend a live taping of Just Like Mom and Dad.
Please include how many tickets you would need, along with your first and second choice for showtimes.
LOCATION
YEStv Studios
WEEK ONE
Friday, October 13, 2017 | 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday, October 14, 2017 | 9:45am. - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunday, October 15, 2017 | 9:45am. - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm - 6:00pm
WEEK TWO
Friday, October 20, 2017 | 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday, October 21, 2017 | 9:45am. - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunday, October 22, 2017 | 9:45am. - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm - 6:00pm
For more information, please visit www.justlikemomanddad.com.
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marblemedia announces production and casting call for ‘Just like Mom and Dad'
How well do parents and kids know each other? Families will now get the chance to find out!
Producers for Just Like Mom and Dad include Stephen Turnbull, Mark Bishop & Steve Sloan
TORONTO, CANADA (August 21, 2017) - Award-winning global media production and distribution company marblemedia announced today it will begin production this fall on Just Like Mom and Dad, an exciting new and modern remake of the 80s hit game show Just Like Mom. Produced in association with YES TV in Canada and BYUtv in the US, the 20-episode primetime family game show will premiere across North America in January 2018.
A highly popular part of Canadian TV pop culture nostalgia, the original Canadian series Just like Mom ran more than 600 episodes over five seasons from 1980 to 1985 on CTV, and many years later in syndication. marblemedia secured all remake and development rights in an agreement with Bell Media. This multi-year format deal includes worldwide program and format distribution rights to the series, through marblemedia’s distribution arm, Distribution360 (D360), along with digital and ancillary rights.
In its new series, Just Like Mom and Dad, marblemedia will be introducing a newly re-imagined kids & family game show that brings back some of the most loved elements of the original series with a number of exciting new additions. The show celebrates all families and brings the fun while exploring how well kids and parents know each other.
Shot before a live, energetic studio audience on a bright, dynamic set filled with flashy lights, giant moving video screens, and a bigger and more tempting prize wheel, each episode of Just Like Mom and Dad will feature three parent-kid pairs. The game starts with two interactive trivia based rounds where parents and kids will answer questions about each other. The third and final round will be an exciting bake-off in a new, state of the art kitchen coliseum. With new twists, surprise questions and a brand new host couple to be announced in the coming weeks, Just Like Mom and Dad will be a new family time favourite. Designed with digital in mind, the series will celebrate modern, diverse families and prove once again that families love spending time and playing together. Extended families and loved ones will be encouraged to participate as well through audience cheering sections and online.
Additionally, marblemedia will be releasing a suite of digital media components. Produced inhouse by marblemedia Interactive, to support the Just Like Mom and Dad series, the Just Like Mom and Dad App will allow families to play challenges with each other, share successes and continue to bond with and learn about each other every day. At JustLikeMomAndDad.com families can now apply to be on the show, inviting families to be part of the fun.
marblemedia is excited to announce the series is being produced in association with YES TV and Omnicom’s Highway Entertainment in Canada and US partner BYUtv. Just Like Mom and Dad is also financed with participation of the Bell Fund and Shaw Rocket Fund.
“marblemedia has a strong passion and track record for creating great co-viewing content for kids & families, and are particularly excited to be working with new partners at YES TV and BYUtv to bring back a show that we knew and loved as kids,” says Mark Bishop, Co-CEO of marblemedia. “I’m a Dad too and look forward to sharing what we’ve re-imagined for this new generation of modern, diverse and fun-loving families.”
“Just Like Mom and Dad is a perfect fit for YES TV, giving Canadians fun, family viewing that delights and engages everyone in the household,” said Rob Sheppard, General Manager, YES TV. “Programs that bring everyone to the room are at the core of YES TV, and we couldn’t be more excited to be working with marblemedia in the revival of this classic Canadian favorite. Just Like Mom brought joy to a generation and now we get to share all the raucous laughter and boisterous blunders with a new generation of families.”
“BYUtv is so excited to be partnering with marblemedia on ‘Just Like Mom and Dad,’” said Jim Bell, BYUtv’s supervising producer for this new series. “Like marblemedia, BYUtv’s focus is on providing family-oriented, values-based content for viewers throughout North America and around the world. This partnership will expand our reach into Canada, and we’re equally thrilled to be a new outlet for marblemedia’s content in the United States. This is our first game show, actually, and we’re excited to partner with this remarkable group of very talented people, who share our same commitment to quality family entertainment.”
In addition, marblemedia has partnered with Segal Licensing, who will be handling licensing and merchandising for the series. marblemedia is also currently in discussion with a number of brand integration partnerships for participation in the series.
Producers for the series include Mark Bishop, Matt Hornburg, Steve Sloan, Stephen Turnbull, alongside Rob Sheppard for YES TV, Jim Bell for BYUtv and Adam Ivers for Omnicom’s Highway Entertainment.
The show will be produced in the GTA in October and an online casting call launches today and closes September 10, 2017.
Casting Call - Seeking North American Families and Original Contestants!
Would you like to compete on Just Like Mom and Dad? marblemedia wants to hear from you!
Producers are seeking confident, outgoing parent-kid pairs who want a chance to spin the big wheel for exciting prizes! Those interested can submit casting videos at JustLikeMomAndDad.com. All families with children ages 6-10 are welcome to apply. marblemedia is also doing a special shout out to contestants from the original series who would like to return with THEIR kids and appear on Just Like Mom and Dad.
Families can learn more at www.JustLikeMomAndDad.com and via social media:
www.facebook.com/justlikemomanddad/
www.twitter.com/justlikemomdad/
www.instagram.com/justlikemomanddad/
About marblemedia
marblemedia is a leading global entertainment company that develops, produces and distributes compelling TV and interactive digital content for audiences of all ages, across media platforms. With newly launched divisions specializing in primetime unscripted and scripted programming complementing its roster of successful kids and family properties, international distribution company Distribution360 and an in-house interactive studio, marblemedia is an expert in delivering winning content that meets the needs of an ever-changing media landscape.
Founded in 2001 by co-CEOs Mark Bishop and Matt Hornburg with a vision of creativity, partnership and innovation, the company has offices in Toronto and London, plus a 50-acre production facility located 90 minutes north of Toronto. Learn more at marblemedia.com.
About YES TV
YES TV is a commercial television station committed to positive, family friendly, entertainment programming. YES TV is licensed and regulated by the CRTC as a religious channel and an exclusively Canadian television station, available in 6.8 million homes across Canada.
YES TV consists of three over-the-air conventional stations, two local stations, CKCS-DT (Calgary, AB) and CKES-DT (Edmonton, AB), and one regional broadcaster, CITS-DT (Hamilton, ON). The regional broadcaster primarily reaches the Greater Toronto Area with re-broadcast transmitters in Kitchener, London, and Ottawa. YES TV is a brand of CTS, a Canadian incorporated non-profit.
About BYUtv
BYU Broadcasting is an integrated media organization, based in Provo, Utah, that inspires people to see, do, and be the good in the world by providing uplifting content, magnifying the university, engaging like-minded communities, and elevating ideals into action.
Founded in 2001, BYUtv has grown from a cable channel on a single satellite TV provider to coverage in more than 82 million households on Dish Network, DirecTV, and over 800 cable systems in the United States.
About Distribution360
Distribution360, a marblemedia company, is a dynamic and innovative rights management business positioned to monetize content across all existing and emerging platforms around the World. With a focus on kids and factual, our mandate is to take maximum advantage of all opportunities in the digital economy and to achieve the best possible returns for the programs and properties that we represent.
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marblemedia's Opie's Home premieres as a part of TVO's 2017 kids summer schedule
TORONTO, CANADA (June 22, 2017) - When you’re 4 and a half and three quarters, there are no friends like the ones next door. There is no playground like your backyard, and no one quite like your family. There’s no place like home.
Opie’s Home, now on TVO, is a new preschool comedy series about life, family and the wonderful place we call home. The series invites viewers to follow the adventures of 4yo Opie as the viewers and Opie both head home from school for the summer.
From resisting bedtime, to making a special meal for Mommy and Daddy or getting into his first argument with his best friend, Opie’s Home celebrates the important relationships, milestones and day-to-day interactions that mark what it means to be a preschooler, full of all the funny moments and life lessons that preschoolers and parents can relate to. The series brings the lessons from the classroom home into Opie’s world.
Opie’s Home is a spin-off of the award-winning series, Hi Opie!, which follows Opie as he ventures to kindergarten for the first time.
Cast includes award-winning puppeteer Jordan Lockhart as Opie, Aisha Alfa as Mom, Jim Annan as Dad, and Oscar-nominated actor Graham Greene as Opie’s much loved next door neighbour Mr. Kabashio.
“marblemedia is thrilled to bring Opie back to the viewers in a new and modern setting, at home, with his diverse family, friends and neighbours,” says Mark Bishop, Co-CEO and Executive Producer. “Working with our team and close partners at TVOKids and the Jim Henson Company to bring Opie’s Home to life has been a pleasure.”
“TVOKids award-winning programs help set children up for early success not only in school but also in life and Opie’s Home provides strong role modeling for both kids and parents,” says Marney Malabar, TVO Director of Kids TV. “TVO is delighted preschoolers can continue to learn along with their familiar and trusted friend, Opie as well as his entire family in Opie’s Home.”
A TVOKids Original, Opie’s Home was created and produced by Toronto-based marblemedia in association with TVO Kids and The Jim Henson Company. The series will premiere later this fall across Canada on Knowledge Kids and City TV Saskatchewan.
Now available for Canadian audiences at TVOKids.com, Opie’s Home interactive digital media experience, invites preschoolers to Opie’s place for their own one-on-one play date! Created by marblemedia’s interactive team, the experience comes to life on mobile devices and desktop computer browsers through a suite of three games and a choose-your-own adventure style play story. Faithful to the world presented on TV, activities combine simple, fun, funny playtime with Opie and curriculum lessons to complete a rich, thoughtful media experience designed specifically for preschoolers.
marblemedia nominated for three Youth Media Alliance Awards
marblemedia is pleased to share the news that three marblemedia properties have been nominated for the 2017 Youth Media Alliance awards, announced today:
Award of Excellence for Best Program, Live Action, Ages 3–5
Hi Opie! (Opie's Ladybug Friend) – produced by marblemedia, in association with The Jim Henson Company
Award of Excellence, Best Cross-platform Interactive Content
Driving Me Crazy
Opie’s Playground
“It is an honour to be recognized amongst an esteemed group, and we’re very proud of what we’ve created. We look forward to celebrating at the gala!” said Mark Bishop, Co-CEO/ Executive Producer of marblemedia.
Winners will be announced on May 31. Youth Media Alliance awards high quality, children and teen content on a yearly basis. For more information on the Youth Media Alliance you can visit the YMA website here.
Click here to learn more about Hi Opie, Driving Me Crazy, and Opie’s Playground.