Citizens Endows Fred Rogers Productions with $100K Grant
The sum will support two FRP initiatives: Writers’ Neighborhood, and community engagement events inspired by its series ‘Alma’s Way.’
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‘Donkey Hodie’ New Years Special Heads to PBS Kids
From Fred Rogers Productions, ‘A Donkey Hodie New Year’ follows Someplace Else and Donkey Hodie, who is preparing for her special family tradition with Grampy and Cousin Hodie; the episode airs December 2.
Director Miguel Puga Talks ‘The Casagrandes Movie’ and Mexico’s Talented Animators
Produced by a team that includes Guadalajara-based Mighty Animation, the all-new film heads to the titular family’s Michoacán home in a surprise trip that derails Ronnie Anne’s 12th birthday plans in a confrontation with an ancient pre-teen demigod whose angst has apocalyptic potential; debuts today, March 22 on Netflix.
PBS Kids Announces All-New ‘Alma’s Way’ Episodes
Kicking off March 4, episodes will give young fans a window into Bronx culture with breakdancing and neighborhood drum circles; in ‘Alma the B Girl,’ Alma and her friends work to perfect their moves.
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Netflix Drops ‘The Casagrandes Movie’ Trailer
Produced by Nickelodeon Animation, the all-new animated movie, based on the Emmy Award-winning series, streams March 22.
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Fred Rogers Productions Secures PNC Foundation Grant for ‘Alma’s Way’
The $1.3M award extends support for the series’ engagement activities in addition to the ‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood’ community outreach initiative ‘Be My Neighbor Days.’
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PBS’ ‘Alma’s Way’ and ‘Donkey Hodie’ Get 2-Year Funding Renewal
Arthur Vining Davis Foundations extends grant for Fred Rogers Productions' kids' animated TV series, which promote core messages and learning goals in problem-solving skills, resilience, empathy, and other life skills.
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‘The Loud House’ and ‘The Casagrandes’ Music’s in the Air Tonight on Nick
Nickelodeon has dropped teaser clips for 2 all-new musical specials featuring special guests and original songs; both shows air tonight, July 1, starting at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT).
Fred Rogers Productions’ ‘Alma’s Way’ and ‘Donkey Hodie’ Secure Grants
Company receives funding from the Richard King Mellon Foundation and Heinz Family Foundation in support of onscreen programming and community outreach for the two PBS KIDS animated series.
‘Alma’s Way’ Debuts on PBS Kids
The new 2D animated series, created by Sonia Manzano, features a 6-year-old proud, confident Puerto Rican girl who lives in the Bronx; launching October 4, the show is part of a revamped daytime PBS KIDS SoCal schedule that allows fans more viewing options for series including ‘Arthur,’ ‘Molly of Denali,’ and ‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood.’
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Fred Rogers Productions Names Olubunmi Mia Olufemi Supervising Producer
Peabody Award-winning producer to supervise all phases of production for new animated series, ‘Alma’s Way;’ show will launch fall 2021 on PBS KIDS.
New ‘Alma’s Way’ 2D Animated Series Coming to PBS Kids in Fall 2021
Produced by Fred Rogers Productions and created by children’s TV icon Sonia Manzano, the new show helps foster self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and empathy among today’s young viewers
‘The Casagrandes’ Snags Season 3 Nickelodeon Renewal
Emmy Award-winning animated series and ‘The Loud House’ spinoff also kicks off Season 2 on October 9 with ‘Fails from the Crypt’ – see a sneak peek now!
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Nickelodeon’s ‘The Casagrandes’ to Premiere October 14
New animated comedy series follows adventures of a multigenerational Mexican-American family.
Eugenio Derbez, Ken Jeong and Melissa Joan Hart Join ‘The Casagrandes’ Cast
Network also greenlights Season 5 of ‘The Loud House;’ Season 4 kicks of May 27 with special episode dedicated to the Casagrandes family.
