Family shows: How to maximise your merch
In this chapter from IQ's 2024 Touring Entertainment Report, Thomas Hobbs reveals the secrets to a successful merch strategy
Feature By IQ | 13 February 2025
When it comes to balancing the books on touring entertainment shows, a solid merchandise strategy can make a significant difference. But it’s not just about the bottom line; the right products can build audience loyalty, elevate a brand’s status, and even work as a marketing tool.
Richard Lewis, managing director of the Limelight Group, which creates merch on behalf of licensees and live touring entertainment show adaptations (including Peppa Pig and Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom, which he…