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The Muppets to Appear on Season Premiere of Disney's GOOD LUCK CHARLIE
by Tyler Peterson - March 05, 2013

Season four of Disney Channel's hit family comedy 'Good Luck Charlie' premieres SUNDAY, APRIL 28 (7:30-8:00 p.m., ET/PT) with a special performance by Disney's The Muppets. Guest stars Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear and Animal join series stars Bridgit Mendler and Leigh-Allyn Baker to pe...


Rock Band MY MORNING JACKET Visits CBS Today Morning Today
by TV News Desk - June 30, 2013

Serena Altschul goes back to the Kentucky farm where the rock band My Morning Jacket formed their signature sound and learns they take cues from an unlikely source - 'The Muppets' - in an interview for this week's CBS SUNDAY MORNING WITH CHARLES OSGOOD,...


Placido Domingo & More Featured on 'Great Voices Sing John Denver'; In Stores Today
by Caryn Robbins - June 11, 2013

Legendary music producer, Milt Okun along with composer Lee Holdridge are bringing some of the most famous names in opera to John Denver's famous hit songs on the new album 'Great Voices Sing John Denver'....


Walt Disney Records to Celebrate 35th Anniversary of The Muppet Movie Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
by Caryn Robbins - August 01, 2013

The Rainbow Connection is going digital, as Walt Disney Records celebrates the upcoming 35th Anniversary of the classic frogs-to-riches story, 'The Muppet Movie,' with the re-release of its Grammy-winning soundtrack album....


The Muppets Guest Star on Disney Channel's GOOD LUCK CHARLIE Tonight
by TV News Desk - April 28, 2013

Season four of Disney Channel's hit family comedy GOOD LUCK CHARLIE, premieres TONIGHT, APRIL 28 (7:30-8:00 p.m. ET/PT) with a special performance by Disney's The Muppets....


Baby on the Way for Emily Blunt and John Krasinski
by Caryn Robbins - September 11, 2013

People.com reports that 'Office' star John Krasinski and 'Devil Wears Prada' actress Emily Blunt are expecting their first child....


Tina Fey in Talks to Join Ricky Gervais for MUPPETS Sequel
by Tyler Peterson - January 09, 2013

According to the Hollywood Reporter, comedy goddess Tina Fey is officially in talks to take on a lead role in Disney's upcoming MUPPETS sequel....


David Misch to Hold FUNNY: THE BOOK Signing, Appear at THE HISTORY OF HA! at 92Y, 3/20 & 22
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2013

Author, David Misch (writer for Mork & Mindy / Muppets / Saturday Night Live/SNL), has two scheduled New York City book appearances with his new book, 'FUNNY: The Book,' including a special presentation of 'The History of HA!' at the 92nd Street Y as well as a regular Q&A/booksigning at Congregation...


VH1 Airs LADY GAGA & THE MUPPETS Holiday Spectacular Tonight
by Caryn Robbins - December 06, 2013

Join VH1 tonight, December 7th, 2013 at 7:00 PM ET/ PT to celebrate the holiday season 'the new old-fashioned way' with the cable premiere of the 90-minute TV special 'Lady Gaga & The Muppets' Holiday Spectacular.'...


Kid Rock, The Muppets, and More Join WWE's TRIBUTE TO THE TROOPS, 12/19 on USA
by Tyler Peterson - November 12, 2012

WWE (NYSE:WWE), USA Network and NBC will honor the United States Armed Forces with its 10th annual holiday special, WWE Tribute to the Troops presented by Slim Jim. The 10th anniversary holiday extravaganza will air as a two-hour television special on Wednesday, December 19 at 9/8C on USA Network a...


VIDEO: Lady Gaga and Joseph Gordon Levitt Duet on 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'
by TV News Desk - November 29, 2013

Lady Gaga & THE MUPPETS Holiday Spectacular aired last night on Thanksgiving on the ABC Television Network. As part of the festivities, Lady Gaga and Joseph Gordon Levitt melted hearts and got into the Christmas spirit with a duet of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'!...


TV Exclusive: Get FROZEN! Behind the Scenes of Disney's Animated Movie Musical with Directors Jennifer Lee & Chris Buck
by Nicole Rosky - November 10, 2013

BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge got to chat with the film's directors, Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, about bringing the musical to the big screen, recruiting Bobby and Kristen Lopez to create the music, how they went about casting the movie and more. Check out what they had to say about the process bel...


ABC to Air LADY GAGA & THE MUPPETS' HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR, 11/28
by Caryn Robbins - November 11, 2013

On Thanksgiving night, NOVEMBER 28 (9:30-11:00 p.m., ET), the ABC Television Network will air the 90-minute special, "Lady Gaga & The Muppets' Holiday Spectacular."...


Bret McKenzie Talks Dragon-Themed Movie Musical
by Pat Cerasaro - August 09, 2013

FLIGHT OF THE CONCHORDS comedic actor and writer Bret McKenzie discusses his plans for a magical forthcoming big screen musical involving dragons and other mythological elements in a new interview....


Kermit the Frog Duets with Cee Lo Green on NBC's THE VOICE Tonight
by TV News Desk - November 27, 2012

It's green on Green on NBC's THE VOICE when musician coach CeeLo Green forms an unforgettable duet with Disney's Kermit the Frog for the classic song "Bein' Green" tonight, November 27 (8-9 p.m. ET)....


David Misch Holds FUNNY: THE BOOK Signing, Appears at THE HISTORY OF HA! at 92Y, 3/20 & 22
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2013

Author, David Misch (writer for Mork & Mindy / Muppets / Saturday Night Live/SNL), has two scheduled New York City book appearances with his new book, 'FUNNY: The Book,' including a special presentation of 'The History of HA!' at the 92nd Street Y as well as a regular Q&A/booksigning at Congregation...


Title & Storyline Revealed for MUPPETS Sequel!
by Caryn Robbins - January 30, 2013

Kermit, Miss Piggy and the whole MUPPET gang will be returning for director James Bobin's upcoming sequel to be called THE MUPPET...AGAIN! Filming is currently underway in London for its March 21, 2014 release date....


ABC's CHARLIE BROWN THANKSGIVING Up Sharply Year to Year
by Caryn Robbins - November 29, 2013

At 8pm, ABC's Charlie Brown Thanksgiving was up over its broadcast on Thanksgiving last year by 33% in Total Viewers (5.3 million vs. 4.0 million) and by 45% in Adults 18-49 (1.6/5 vs. 1.1/4)....


Flo Rida & More Performs on NBC's WWE TRIBUTE TO THE TROOPS Tonight
by TV News Desk - December 22, 2012

This holiday season, NBC and WWE will once again honor the United States Armed Forces with "WWE Tribute to the Troops" presented by Slim Jim. The annual extravaganza will air on NBC as a one-hour television special tonight, December 22 at 9 p.m. ET....


VIDEO: Lady Gaga and Joseph Gordon Levitt Duet on 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'
by TV News Desk - November 29, 2013

Lady Gaga & THE MUPPETS Holiday Spectacular aired last night on Thanksgiving on the ABC Television Network. As part of the festivities, Lady Gaga and Joseph Gordon Levitt melted hearts and got into the Christmas spirit with a duet of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'!...


VIDEO: Disney's MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL 20th Anniversary Collector's Edition
by Caryn Robbins - November 06, 2012

The Charles Dickens-inspired classic holiday story "The Muppet Christmas Carol," rings in its 20th anniversary with the Blu-ray™ debut of this family favorite today. Check out the clip from the special collection below!...


TV Exclusive: Get FROZEN! Behind the Scenes of Disney's Animated Movie Musical with Idina Menzel
by Nicole Rosky - November 27, 2013

BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge got to chat with Idina Mezel, who voices 'Elsa', about how she sees her character, getting to work with Kristen Bell, and more. Check out what she had to say about the process below!...


THE EXISTENTIAL VARIETY HOURS Comes to The Tank
by Samantha Vega - February 08, 2013

In one hour you can experience surreal puppetry, clown and magic, celebrate life with wonderful strangers, and discover the meaning of existence. There are also free cookies. The Existential Variety Hour is performed by the licensed metaphysicians of Doppelskope....


Ricky Gervais in Talks to Lead THE MUPPETS Sequel
by Tyler Peterson - December 17, 2012

English comedian Ricky Gervais is reportedly in talks to star in THE MUPPETS sequel as the film's lead character, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. The Disney film is set to begin production in January with Gervais potentially tackling one of the three 'human main characters,' and MODERN FAMILY'...


Disney Theatrical Productions Bringing THE MUPPETS to Broadway in Live Stage Show?
by Nicole Rosky - June 11, 2013

According to Variety, Disney Theatrical Productions is exploring the idea of briging a live stage show featuring the Muppets to Broadway. A showcase was held on May 31 at the New Amsterdam Theatre with direction by Alex Timbers. Over 85 Muppets were used in the experimental project, which was held t...






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