The Muppets return to primetime with a contemporary, documentary-style show. For the first time ever, a series will explore the Muppets
Upcoming MUPPETS Series Cancelled at Disney Plus
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 09, 2019
Deadline reports that plans to produce a new Muppets comedy series, 'Muppets Live Another Day,' have been scrapped at streamer Disney+. The series has been canceled due to a 'discrepancy between the writing team's creative vision and that of the top brass at Disney-owned Muppet Studio.'...
Disney Plus Reveals New MUPPETS Short-Form Series
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 23, 2019
Deadline reports that 'Muppets Now,' a new short-form Muppet series, will premiere on Disney Plus in 2020. The news was announced today at Disney's D23, during a ceremony where many, many new series were revealed for the new streaming platform....
Disney Junior Orders Third Season of MUPPET BABIES
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 25, 2019
Disney Junior, the #1 television network for preschoolers, has ordered a third season of the hit Emmy Award-nominated 'Muppet Babies,' ahead of its season two premiere. A sneak peek of the new season will be available in DisneyNOW on FRIDAY, AUG. 2, prior to its official debut FRIDAY, AUG. 9 (8:30-9...
ShortsTV Presents US Television Premiere Of Jim Henson's Short Films and Other Works
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 11, 2019
The early projects of Jim Henson, creator of the Muppets, are premiering on ShortsTV, the world's only 24/7 HD TV channel dedicated to short movies (www.shorts.tv) and official distributor of the OSCAR Nominated Short Films. The network will take viewers across the globe on a journey through Henson'...
Broadway at the Cabaret: Jarrod Spector, Derek Klena, Pronoun Showdown & More!
by Nicole Rosky - April 14, 2019
What good is sitting alone in your room this week? If you don't already have plans to see a Broadway show, come out to see your favorite Broadway stars in a cabaret act instead. After Broadway orchestras begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their e...
Sesame Workshop to Honor First Lady Michelle Obama at 50th Anniversary Gala
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 26, 2019
Sesame Workshop today announced that former First Lady Michelle Obama will accept the Joan Ganz Cooney Award, named for Sesame Street's creator, at the nonprofit organization's annual benefit dinner on May 29. This event celebrates Sesame Street's landmark 50th anniversary year....
BAMkids Movie Matinees Lineup Announced At BAM
by A.A. Cristi - January 24, 2019
BAM curates a selection of international, independent, and classic movies perfect for film-going families. The winter/spring season includes an adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island starring the Muppets, Dutch stop motion animation Miffy, the Oscar-nominated time traveling Japanese ...
DROP THE MIC And SNOOP DOGG PRESENTS THE JOKER'S WILD to Return on January 23
by Tori Hartshorn - January 10, 2019
Celebrity rap battle series Drop the Mic and classic game show reboot Snoop Dogg Presents The Joker's Wild will return to television on Wednesday, January 23rd at 10:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. (ET/PT) respectively, on TNT. Both shows will encore the following night each week on TBS....
Director Frank Oz To Give Q & A Session At Schimmel Center's Halloween Screening of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Julie Musbach - October 19, 2018
Four-time Emmy award winning director and puppeteer Frank Oz will give a post-screening Q&A session at the Schimmel Center at Pace University's Halloween screening of the rarely seen Director's Cut of the cult class 1986 musical film he directed, Little Shop of Horrors on Tuesday, October 30 at 7:30...
The CW to Develop Revenge Dark Comedy From Jordan Reddout, Gus Hickey
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 17, 2018
The CW is set to develop a drama series from writers Jordan Reddout and Gus Hickey, according to Variety....
REBIRTH OF RABBIT'S FOOT Comes to WOW Cafe Theater With an All-Female Cast
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2018
The traveling Vaudeville Hip-Hop show is getting a beautiful twist. Rebirth of Rabbit's Foot will be performed by an all women cast!...
REBIRTH OF RABBIT'S FOOT Comes to WOW Cafe Theater With an All-Female Cast
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2018
The traveling Vaudeville Hip-Hop show is getting a beautiful twist. Rebirth of Rabbit's Foot will be performed by an all women cast!...
The Muppets Take Over A STAR IS BORN in Hilarious Parody
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 20, 2018
Many people are very excited about the remake of A STAR IS BORN with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, but writer and comedian Kevin T. Porter may not have the same sentiment. In a hilarious tweet, Porter shared a video captioned 'Wow ANOTHER remake?' featuring the trailer for A STAR IS BORN, but with a...
REBIRTH OF RABBIT'S FOOT Comes to WOW Cafe Theater With an All-Female Cast
by Stephi Wild - September 12, 2018
The traveling Vaudeville Hip-Hop show is getting a beautiful twist. Rebirth of Rabbit's Foot will be performed by an all women cast!...
Disney Junior Orders More Episodes of MUPPET BABIES, VAMPIRINA, and PUPPY DOG PALS
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 07, 2018
The #1 channel for preschoolers, Disney Junior, has bolstered its growing portfolio of hit shows for kids age 2-7 by ordering more episodes of three animated series – 'Muppet Babies,' 'Vampirina' and 'Puppy Dog Pals' – which combined will reach an average of 515 million households via Disney Cha...
Sesame Street Files Lawsuit Against Puppet Film The Happytime Murders
by Stephi Wild - August 26, 2018
According to The Daily Mail, Sesame Street has taken legal action against the new film The Happytime Murders, which features puppets partaking in obscene actions....
Michael Kirk Lane Returns To Don't Tell Mama With Hit Show GLASS HALF FULL
by Julie Musbach - August 22, 2018
Two Time MAC Award nominee Michael Kirk Lane (Hell's Belles), brings his show 'Glass Half Full' back to Don't Tell Mama for two encore dates this fall, Mondays 9/10 and 10/22 at 7pm. Musical Director William TN Hall joins Lane, along with featured performers Laura Pavles and Sean Bernardi. Direction...
Bid Now to Win A Meet and Greet with Kristin Chenoweth
by A.A. Cristi - August 15, 2018
This is the opportunity for see Kristin Chenoweth at an upcoming performance with 2 VIP meet and greets....
Skirball Cultural Center Opens THE JIM HENSON EXHIBITION:
IMAGINATION UNLIMITED Friday, June 1
by Macon Prickett - May 22, 2018
The Skirball Cultural Center kicks off The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited on opening night, Friday, June 1, featuring rare evening museum hours from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Enjoy a DJ set by Timothy Nordwind of OK Go, roving puppeteers, and more, at this first opportunity to see th...
World-Renowned Comic Strip Illustrator & Author Guy Gilchrist Announces Exhibit at Mary Hong Gallery
by Macon Prickett - May 14, 2018
Renowned illustrator and author Guy Gilchrist, known worldwide for his work on comic strips such as 'Nancy,'and Jim Henson's 'Muppets,' is pleased to announce his upcoming exhibit at the prestigious Mary Hong Gallery (414 Union Street--on the ground floor of the Bank of America building in dow...
Isabela Moner Cast In Title Role of Paramount's Live Action DORA THE EXPLORER
by Macon Prickett - May 02, 2018
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Isabela Moner has been cast as Dora in Paramount's upcoming Dora The Explorer live action feature film!...
Skirball Cultural Center Celebrates the Creative Vision of Jim Henson in New Exhibition
by Macon Prickett - April 09, 2018
The Skirball Cultural Center announces the June 1 opening of The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited, a dynamic new visitor experience exploring the legacy of Jim Henson (1936-1990). Featuring more than 100 objects drawn from the beloved worlds of Sesame Street, The Muppets, Frag...
The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited, Coming to the Skirball Cultural Center
by Tori Hartshorn - March 29, 2018
The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited, Coming to the Skirball Cultural Center...
VIDEO: Seth Rogen Announces All-Star Lineup For Netflix Comedy Special
by Macon Prickett - March 22, 2018
Netflix announced today the all-star guest lineup for his upcoming Netflix special, Seth Rogen's Hilarity for Charity. Seth Rogen and friends combine stand-up, sketches and music into an outrageous comedy special that could only come from the mind of Seth....
Disney Junior's Reimagined MUPPET BABIES To Debut March 23 + Soundtrack Available Tomorrow 2/23
by Macon Prickett - February 22, 2018
Disney Junior's reimagined 'Muppet Babies' will premiere FRIDAY, MARCH 23 with two back-to-back episodes on Disney Channel (10:00 a.m. EDT) and in the DisneyNOW app. The series' soundtrack featuring the theme song, performed by Tony Award®-winner Renée Elise Goldsberry ('Hamilton'), and additional...
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