Sesame Street format changes for 56th Season in 2025 

The iconic children's series, Sesame Street, is set to undergo a significant creative makeover for its 56th season, which is set to debut in 2025.

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According to Sesame Workshop CEO Steve Youngwood, this change represents an evolution for the show.

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That includes subtle changes and more significant moves while maintaining Sesame Street's original identity.

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The most notable change will include moving away from the traditional "magazine"-style format that the show has used for years.

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Instead, the new format will feature two longer, narrative-driven segments, each lasting 11minutes, separated by a new animated series called "Tales from 123".

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The new format aims to facilitate more in-depth storytelling.

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Sesame Workshop executive VP and chief creative development and production officer K. Wilson Stallings described these changes as a "reimagining" of the show.

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With this change, the show could explore both an "A" story focusing on the main character's experiences, and a "B" story introducing additional humor and character moments.

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