TVKIDS
Studio 100 International has inked a deal with American Public Television (APT) for Vegesaurs to make its U.S. debut via PBS member stations across the country.
PBS stations in key metropolitan areas such as New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Orlando, Salt Lake City and Washington, D.C., have already picked up the series. Vegesaurs will also be available via PBS Passport.
Vegesaurs takes place in a world where food-based dinosaur features roam. The story centers on the Tricarrotops Ginger, who goes on journeys with her Pea-Rex friends. Their adventures promote positive social behavior, curiosity and healthy eating habits.
The series is produced by Australia’s Cheeky Little Media in association with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), France TV and Studio 100 International. In North America, Epic Story Media serves as the licensing agent for the U.S. and Canada, while Epic Story Toys is the global master toy partner for the brand.
“Launching Vegesaurs on PBS Passport and PBS member stations marks an important step in the brand’s ongoing global rollout,” said Dorian Buehr, head of global distribution at Studio 100 International. “Its imaginative concept, lovable characters and focus on fun, friendship and healthy eating habits make it an ideal fit for the PBS audience and the U.S. preschool market.”
“Vegesaurs is a fresh take on the dinosaur genre with relatable themes for upper preschoolers like mealtime, sharing, friendship and play,” commented Thomas Davison, director of business development, grants and international sales at APT. “We look forward to bringing this innovative series to U.S. public television audiences nationwide.”
