Today, we’re looking at how the entertainment world is evolving to include merchandise that appeals to more diverse groups and offer 4-D experiences.
Mashable
Disney Introduces Rainbow Mickey Mouse Ears for Pride Week, But it’s Not Enough for Activists
Disney has long been regarded as a company that supports traditional, conservative family values. However, in the last few years they have made small, but calculated moves to take a positive stance promoting love of all kinds, and I’m not just talking about Belle and the Beast.
Prior to Pride Week in the spring of last year, Disney began selling Mickey Mouse Rainbow Love ears supporting the LGBTQIAPK+ community. Personally, I’m rooting for Disney to follow this up with more representation in their films; otherwise this feels like it could be just a piece of merchandise pandering to a large, vocal audience.
Promo Marketing
Simpsons Fans Can Buy Merchandise in Real-Life Kwik-E-Mart
The Simpsons is the longest-running animated American sitcom, currently in its 30th season. I’ll be honest, I have never seen an episode; I wasn’t even really into cartoons as a child much less now. But even I can appreciate the cult following this show boasts.
Last year, the first Simpsons 4-D experience was opened in the form of the show’s Kwik-E-Mart, IRL as the kids would say. Fans can go in real life to buy food and drinks seen on the show as well as Simpsons promotional merchandise. The next installment planned as the Springfield Aztec Theater.
Tech Gen YZ
5 Tips on How to Promote Your Business the Right Way
This article offers five tried and true methods and small business owner can use to promote your business without breaking the bank.
- Use Social Media
- Email Marketing
- Promotional Merchandise
- Start a Podcast
- Create Tutorials
Are you a fan of The Simpsons? What other 4-D interactive exhibits should they consider? Let us know in the comments below. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook using the hashtag #hatswork.
