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THE MUPPET SHOW Special Brings in 7.58 Million Viewers in First 8 Days
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2026

The Muppet Show returned with a bang earlier this month, raking in views across Disney+ and ABC. The special episode, directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, saw 7.58 million viewers in the eight days since its February 4 debut.

Lesli Margherita, Max Clayton Among Audience Members in THE MUPPET SHOW Special
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2026

Broadway star Leslie Margherita took to Instagram to confirm that she, along with fellow Broadway performer Max Clayton, was in the audience for the new Muppet Show special, which was released this week.

Photos: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, & More Attend THE MUPPET SHOW Special Screening
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026

On Saturday evening, executive producer and guest star Seth Rogen and The Muppets hosted a party to celebrate the return of The Muppet Show, held at The Hollywood Roosevelt in Los Angeles. Check out photos from the event here!

Video: Watch a New Sneak Peek Clip From THE MUPPET SHOW Special
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026

The Muppets are back! Check out a new sneak peek from the special episode of The Muppet Show, featuring Kermit the Frog and Scooter as they realize they have booked too many acts for their show.

Video/Photos: Watch the Official Trailer for THE MUPPET SHOW Special; Maya Rudolph Confirmed as Guest Star
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 23, 2026

It's time to play the music! The official trailer and new photos have been released for The Muppet Show, giving audiences a brand-new look at the upcoming special, which celebrates the 50th anniversary of the iconic series.

Video: Sabrina Carpenter and Seth Rogen Join THE MUPPET SHOW in New Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 2, 2026

In anticipation of The Muppet Show special event, a brand-new teaser has been released featuring a first look at special guest star Sabrina Carpenter and executive producer Seth Rogen. Check it out now!

Video: First-Look at THE MUPPET SHOW Special Event Coming in 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025

It's time to light the lights! The Muppet Show is returning for a very special event on February 4, 2026 in celebration of the show's 50th anniversary. Check out a first-look now.

THE MUPPET SHOW Returning in 2026; Sabrina Carpenter to Guest Host
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 18, 2025

The Muppet Show, the beloved variety series originally created by Jim Henson, will officially return next year for a television special celebrating its 50th anniversary.

Interview: Theatre Life with Jonathan Rockefeller
by Elliot Lanes - Jul 25, 2025

Today’s subject Jonathan Rockefeller is currently living his theatre life bringing “Suuuuny days” to Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theater as the book writer and director for Sesame Street the Musical. The shows will continue its DC residency through August 31st.

THE MUPPETS MAYHEM Musical Series Will Debut on Disney+ in May
by Michael Major - Apr 4, 2023

'The Muppets Mayhem' stars Lilly Singh ('A Little Late with Lilly Singh') as Nora, Tahj Mowry ('Baby Daddy') as Moog, Saara Chaudry ('The Mysterious Benedict Society') as Hannah, Bill Barretta as Dr. Teeth, Dave Goelz as Zoot, Eric Jacobson as Animal, Peter Linz as Lips, David Rudman as Janice, and more. Watch the video teaser for the series now!

DONKEY HODIE, New Preschool Series Inspired by Characters from MISTER ROGERS' NEIGHBORHOOD, Premiering Winter 2021
by Abigail Charpentier - Jan 10, 2020

PBS KIDS today announced DONKEY HODIE, a new social-emotional series for children ages 3-5 created by Fred Rogers Productions and Spiffy Pictures. DONKEY HODIEis slated to premiere nationwide on PBS stations, the PBS KIDS 24/7 channel and PBS KIDS digital platforms in winter 2021.

The Ballard Institute Celebrates The Opening Of Spiffy Pictures And Frank Ballard Into The 80s
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2018

The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry Celebrates the Opening of Spiffy Pictures: Adventures In Television Animation and Frank Ballard Into The 80s: Babes In Toyland, The Blue Bird, and The Fantasticks Saturday, July 14 at Noon

MUPPETS Movie Memorabilia to Be Auctioned Off to Benefit VH1 Save The Music
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 30, 2014

In celebration of the upcoming home entertainment release of Disney's "Muppets Most Wanted" on August 12, Yamaha Entertainment Group is auctioning off an incredible Yamaha Disklavier grand piano that has been signed by 18 cast members

Photo Flash: Hayley Faith Negrin, June Lockhart and More at 41st Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Awards
by TV News Desk - Jun 22, 2014

On Friday, June 20th, the brightest stars of televisions below the line talent in Daytime gathered at the Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles to honor their own at the 41st Daytime Creative Arts EMMY Awards. Although many of the individuals associated with nominated projects may not have been household names, there were many recognizable personalities such as Ron Howard, George Lucas, Leeza Gibbons, Jack Hanna and even Cookie Monster (David Rudman). On hand to disperse awards to over 50 categories were such noted performers as Melody Thomas Scott, George Chakiris, Ashley Tisdale, Lauralee Bell and June Lockhart, who has started her 81st year as a paid actress that included her role of Maria Ramirez on General Hospital for many years. Scroll down for photos from the event!

2014 Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy Award Winners Announced!
by TV News Desk - Jun 21, 2014

Last night, June 20, The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced the winners of the 41st Annual Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy Awards in a sold-out, grand gala for over 1,200 attendees at the Westin Bonaventure, in downtown Los Angeles. Scroll down for the full list of winners!

Photo Flash: CBS, PBS, HUB Network, Nickelodeon Win Big at 2013 Creative Arts Emmy Awards
by TV News Desk - Jun 15, 2013

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced last night, June 14, the winners of the 40th Annual Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy Awards in a sold-out, grand gala for over 1,100 attendees at the Westin Bonaventure, in downtown Los Angeles. Scroll down for the full list of winners and photos from the ceremony!

2010 Daytime Emmy Awards Broadcast on CBS Today, 6/27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2010

The Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards will be broadcast from Las Vegas for the first time on June 27th, 2010 over the CBS Television Network. 'It is with great pleasure that the Daytime Emmy Awards returns to the CBS Network,' said Herb Granath, Chairman, NATAS. 'The Daytime Emmy Awards are one of the cornerstones of our business and this year's Las Vegas-based broadcast promises to be even more exciting.'

2010 Daytime Emmy Nominations Announced!
by Jessica Lewis - May 12, 2010

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the nominees for the 37th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards. Many of the major categories were announced this morning on 'CBS News' 'The Early Show,' by Bree Williamson (Jessica Brennan on 'One Life to Live,' ABC) and Travis Stork ('The Doctors,' Syndicated) including the naming of the Lifetime Achievement honoree, Agnes Nixon, the grand dame of Daytime serial drama.