ABC COMMERCIAL INKS A DEAL WITH BT FOR "THE WIGGLES"

ABC Commercial has completed a deal with the TV arm of the British multinational telecommunications company BT, for a package of preschool content from Australian music royalty "The Wiggles", adding to BT’s line-up of big brands for their Kids TV channel and on-demand kids’ service.

The agreement will give BT TV broadcast and streaming rights to a collection of premium content from The Wiggles catalogue including "Emma" Series 1 (HD 30x4’) and "Wiggle, Wiggle, Wiggle!" Series 1(HD 26x22’) plus a number of studio-recorded specials including "Wiggle Pop!" (HD 1x70'), "Nursery Rhymes" (HD 1x70') and "Wiggly, Wiggly Christmas!" (HD 1x63').

“We are so excited to be working with BT TV bringing 'The Wiggles' to the UK ", said Jessica Ellis, Head of Content Sales & Distribution, ABC Commercial. “'The Wiggles' have had tremendous success in the region through their tours, music, and merchandise, now they will be engaging preschool audiences with their many hours of fun, entertaining and educational broadcast content.”

“Lachy, Simon, Anthony, and I are so excited to announce this deal. To be back on television in the UK with BT TV and be able to share our content with all of our fans there is a real thrill,” said Yellow Wiggle, Emma Watkins.

"The Wiggles" have been successfully touring the UK since 1998 and have continued to perform and delight their fans at many legendary venues, including the Hammersmith Apollo. Since 98, The Wiggles have toured England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales selling over 50,000 ticket sales on a single tour.