Lee Mendelson

Orlando Family Stage Recognized With A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS DAY Proclamations From City Of Orlando And Orange County
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025

Orlando Family Stage will be recognized by both the City of Orlando and Orange County, which have formally proclaimed “A Charlie Brown Christmas Day” to coincide with the 60th anniversary of the television special.

Apple TV+ Sets New Peanuts Special SNOOPY PRESENTS: A SUMMER MUSICAL
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2025

Apple TV+ will release an all-new original Peanuts musical special, “Snoopy Presents: A Summer,” premiering globally on July 18, 2025. The special will feature original music by Jeff Morrow and Ben Folds.

YOU'RE A GOOD SPORT, CHARLIE BROWN Soundtrack To Be Released for the First Time
by Josh Sharpe - May 7, 2025

You're a Good Sport, Charlie Brown, the 14th animated Peanuts special, will receive its first-ever release of Vince Guaraldi's complete soundtrack. The full soundtrack album includes the original 16 cues that comprise the score of the special.

Zach Theatre Unveils 2025/26 Season Featuring DEAR EVAN HANSEN, COME FROM AWAY & More
by Joshua Wright - May 7, 2025

Zach Theatre in Austin has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring Murder on the Orient Express, Dear Evan Hansen, Annie, Come From Away, and the regional premiere of Suzan-Lori Parks' Sally & Tom, along with holiday favorites and family programming.

Vince Guaraldi’s OH, GOOD GRIEF! Peanuts Album To Be Reissued
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2025

Omnivore Recordings has announced that Vince Guaraldi’s Oh, Good Grief! will be getting a reissue released on CD and yellow vinyl on May 30. The album was originally released in May of 1968.

IT’S THE EASTER BEAGLE, CHARLIE BROWN Now Streaming on Apple TV+
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2025

Spring has sprung! Viewers are invited to join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang for It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown, now streaming globally on Apple TV+.

IT’S THE EASTER BEAGLE, CHARLIE BROWN Soundtrack Now Available
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 21, 2025

For the first time, the complete Vince Guaraldi soundtrack for It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown, is now available. Originally airing over fifty years ago, the special went on to be nominated for an Emmy. Listen to the soundtrack now!

Stream A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS for Free on Apple TV+ This Weekend
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 12, 2024

Join Apple TV+ in unwrapping a holiday season packed with Peanuts! Families can embrace the festive season with the beloved classic “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” a must-watch staple during the holidays, exclusively on Apple TV.

BE MY VALENTINE, CHARLIE BROWN Soundtrack to Be Released for the First Time
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2024

Lee Mendelson Film Productions has announced the release – for the first time ever – of the complete Vince Guaraldi soundtrack for Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown, the 13th animated Peanuts special. It will hit shelves January 17, 2025.

YOU'RE NOT ELECTED, CHARLIE BROWN Soundtrack Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 30, 2024

Lee Mendelson Film Productions (LMFP) has released – for the first time ever – the complete Vince Guaraldi soundtrack for You’re Not Elected, Charlie Brown, the timeless 8th animated Peanuts® special. Listen to it now!

YOU'RE NOT ELECTED, CHARLIE BROWN Soundtrack Coming Later This Year For the First Time
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 10, 2024

Lee Mendelson Film Productions (LMFP) is set to release – for the first time ever – the complete Vince Guaraldi soundtrack for You’re Not Elected, Charlie Brown, the timeless 8th animated Peanuts® special, from writer and creator Charles Schulz, director Bill Melendez and producers Melendez and Lee Mendelson.

Vince Guaraldi's Soundtrack for IT WAS A SHORT SUMMER, CHARLIE BROWN Available This Friday
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 3, 2024

For the first time ever, the complete Vince Guaraldi soundtrack for It Was a Short Summer, Charlie Brown will be released on Friday, July 5. The album includes the original recordings that comprise the song cues of the special, plus another six bonus or alternative tracks that have never been released or heard before.

Vince Guaraldi's IT WAS A SHORT SUMMER, CHARLIE BROWN Soundtrack To Be Released
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 19, 2024

For the first time ever, the complete Vince Guaraldi soundtrack to It Was a Short Summer, Charlie Brown will be released in celebration of its 55th anniversary. The album includes the original recordings that comprise the song cues of the Special, plus another six bonus or alternative tracks that have never been released or heard before.

Vince Guaraldi's 'It Was A Short Summer, Charlie Brown' Soundtrack Available For The First Time Ever
by Michael Major - Feb 15, 2024

Lee Mendelson Film Productions (LMFP) will release - for the first time ever – the complete Vince Guaraldi soundtrack to It Was a Short Summer, Charlie Brown, the timeless 6th animated Peanuts special, from writer and creator Charles Schulz, director Bill Melendez and producers Melendez and Lee Mendelson.

Review: A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS at DreamWrights
by Sandra Harberger - Dec 10, 2023

This 30 minute show is perfect introduction to theatre for young children and those young at heart. I highly recommend checking out “A Charlie Brown Christmas” at DreamWrights on stage from December 8th -17th.

Vince Guaraldi's Soundtrack For A CHARLIE BROWN THANKSGIVING Now Available For First Time In 50 Years
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 21, 2023

Vince Guaraldi's iconic soundtrack for 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving' is now available for the first time in 50 years. Get ready to enjoy the beloved music from this classic holiday special.

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS to Kick Off The Holidays At Way Off Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2023

Get into the holiday spirit with Way Off Broadway's presentation of A Charlie Brown Christmas. This live stage adaptation of the beloved television classic brings Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang to life. Don't miss this festive production at Way Off Broadway.

Vince Guaraldi's 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving' Soundtrack to Be Released on CD & Vinyl For the First Time
by Michael Major - Aug 28, 2023

For the first time ever – the complete Vince Guaraldi soundtrack to A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, the 10th animated Peanuts® special, from writer and creator Charles Schulz, director Bill Melendez and Phil Roman and producers Melendez and Lee Mendelson. The album includes the original recordings that comprise the thirteen song cues of the Special.

The Peanuts Gang Comes To Ford Wyoming Center In A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS LIVE ON STAGE
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 8, 2023

Just in time for the holiday season, the Peanuts gang will be coming to the Ford Wyoming Center on Sunday, November 12 in A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage.