Piñata Masters!

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Piñata Masters!
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What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Piñata Masters! is a family-friendly Mexican game show (available dubbed and subtitled in English) that features teams designing and building themed-piñatas for a cash prize. Creativity and problem solving are major themes, and there are also brief discussions about Mexican traditions and folklore. On one occasion there's some mild innuendo, and piñatas are broken using sticks, harmless explosions, and other methods.
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What's the Story?
PIÑATA MASTERS! (a.k.a. Dale, Dale, Dale) is a Mexican reality competition where piñata makers are vying to become Piñata Heroes. Hosted by comedian Daniel Sosa, it features seven teams, each named after a bright color, participating in a series of themed challenges that require them to design and create unique piñatas within a limited time frame. But unlike your average cardboard and paper creations, theirs must also showcase unique storytelling characteristics, elaborate decorative details, and even mechanical components. Offering her thoughts and advice throughout is master piñata creator Belén Sánchez. Half way through each challenge a "surprise stick" (which is later used to break a piñata) introduces an additional task or element that each team must incorporate into the work. Making things more complicated is the fact that the supply room from which they gather their materials is closed before each challenge is over. Once the finished works are hanging in the ‘Piñatadrome,' the , a group of children, also known as the ‘Piñatesters,' judge each one, and decide which team wins, and which team is eliminated. Piñatas also get broken in spectacular fashion. At the end of the competition, the final piñata swinging earns its creators 1 million pesos (over $50K) and the title.
Is It Any Good?
This creativity-themed game show offers a chance to see what goes into the art form of piñata making, while giving those unfamiliar with Mexican culture a little bit of info. Like most artistic competition shows, Piñata Masters has lots of stressful moments as teams rush to sketch, construct, and decorate their elaborate pieces. However, there's some richness to this as well, as brief discussions are had about what the piñatas represent, and, if applicable, the cultural elements that they include.
Furthermore, the teams are encouraged to ask master crafter Belén Sánchez, to whom they refer to as "Teacher," to take advantage of her knowledge and ask her for help. But much of the entertainment comes from the kids, who, while honest in their feedback, are also polite, respectful, and above all, charmed by what the teams come up with. Overall, Piñata Masters! is a colorful competition that's fun for everyone.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the origin of piñatas. Did you know that their origins trace back to China and Italy in the 13th century? And that it was associated with the Catholic celebration of Lent? How did it become part of Mexican culture over the centuries?
What message does Piñata Masters! offer about the importance of creativity? How can you apply this lesson in your own life?
TV Details
- Premiere date: December 23, 2022
- Cast: Daniel Sosa, Belén Sánchez
- Network: Netflix
- Genre: Game Shows
- Topics: Arts and Dance
- Character Strengths: Perseverance, Teamwork
- TV rating: TV-G
- Last updated: January 18, 2023
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