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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!...


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....


Meredith Braun To Release Solo Album
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 30, 2012

Since 1990 Meredith has originatied and recorded such roles as 'Betty Schaeffer' in 'Sunset Boulevard', 'Lily' in the RSC's 'The Secret Garden' and playing the iconic roles of 'Eponine' in 'Les Miserables' and 'Christine' in 'The Phantom of the Opera'. ...


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...


STAGE TUBE: BRING IT ON's Nikki Bohne and Bettis Richardson Talk Understudy Life
by Stage Tube - July 31, 2012

Upstairs Landing Productions presents another episode of "Standing By" with guests Nikki Bohne and Bettis Richardson from the new production of Bring It On, opening this week on Broadway at the St. James Theater. Watch the video below!...


Photo Flash: Darren Criss Sings a Duet With Kermit the Frog!
by Jennie Mamary - February 26, 2012

E! Online posted a sneak peek of GLEE's Darren Criss performing a duet with Kermit the Frog. They will be performing on E!'s Oscar Countdown in honor of the Oscar-nominated song 'Man or Muppet' from The Muppet Movie. See the photos below!...


Disney Prepping HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, FREAKY FRIDAY, SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE & More For the Stage!
by Nicole Rosky - June 20, 2013

Last week BroadwayWorld reported that Disney Theatrical Productions has been experimenting with bringing a live stage version of THE MUPPETS to Broadway, but according to the New York Times, that's not the only project in the works. Many other shows based on animated Disney classics are being create...


VIDEO: CeeLo Green, Rod Stewart Team Up for 'Merry Christmas Baby' Duet
by Caryn Robbins - December 10, 2012

CeeLo Green and Rod Stewart teamed up to record 'Merry Christmas, Baby' for Green's 2012 Christmas album, 'CeeLo's Magic Moment.' The duo reunited to sing the track as part of the 'CeeLo & Friends' holiday special in Las Vegas. Check out the performance below!...


MadKap Productions Presents the Midwest Premiere of CLUTTER, 1/19-3/11/12
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2012

Wendy Kaplan, President of MadKap Productions, announced today that the riveting new production CLUTTER: The True Story of the Collyer Brothers Who Never Threw Anything Out will make its Midwest Premiere at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N Lincoln Ave., previewing January 19; opening Friday, Ja...


Rock Band MY MORNING JACKET to Visit CBS Sunday Morning, 6/30
by Caryn Robbins - June 28, 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,...


Museum of the Moving Image to Present IMAGINATION ILLUSTRATED: THE JIM HENSON JOURNAL Event, 11/3
by Kelsey Denette - October 22, 2012

Jim Henson, renowned puppeteer, director, and-most famously-creator of the Muppets, faithfully kept a journal where he stored ideas, sketches, and one-line log entries about his life and work. Dubbed "The Red Book," it is the subject of a popular blog maintained by Karen Falk, Archivist for The Jim...


POLL: Which Disney Project Are You Most Excited For?
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013

New BroadwayWorld.com Poll - Which Disney project are you most excited for?...


Rooftop Films Announces Schedule for Last Week of Summer Series
by Kelsey Denette - August 10, 2012

Rooftop Films has announced the following films for its last week of the season....


Chris Cooper Joins AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY Film
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2012

According to IndieWire, Chris Cooper has been cast in the film adaptation of Tracy Letts' August: Osage County, alongside Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts. Cooper also joins the recently cast Andrea Riseborough....


Omaha Performing Arts Presents Cox Music & Movies, Beginning 6/23
by Kelsey Denette - June 20, 2012

Omaha Performing Arts presents Cox Music & Movies, featuring The Karate Kid and the retro pop ukulele sounds of Omaha band All Young Girls Are Machine Guns. This summer's first free Cox Music & Movies event will be held on Friday, June 22 in the Courtyard of the Holland Performing Arts Center. Music...


Jason Segel to Pen Children's Book Series for Random House
by Caryn Robbins - April 24, 2013

Random House Children's Books has acquired NIGHTMARES!, an engaging new middle-grade fiction series from actor and multi-talented creative artist Jason Segel and New York Times bestselling author Kirsten Miller....


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...


Matthew Perry Hoping for 'Friends' Reunion on NBC's GO ON
by Caryn Robbins - July 31, 2012

Matthew Perry, the star of NBC's upcoming freshman comedy GO ON is hoping for a 'Friends' reunion on his new show....


Will Ferrell, Zach Galifianakis to Present at 84th Annual Academy Awards, 2/26
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2012

Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today. Ferrell and Galifianakis recently wrapped shooting for 'The Campaign.'...


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'....


STAGE TUBE: The Muppets Spoof THE HUNGER GAMES in New Trailer
by Caryn Robbins - March 07, 2012

The Muppets are at it again, this time shooting a spoof of the highly-anticipated upcoming action adventure film THE HUNGER GAMES. Muppet Studios has just released a trailer for 'Feel The Hunger', starring Miss Piggy, Kermit the Frog and the Muppets. ...


CLUTTER Talkback Held at the Greenhouse Theater Center 2/2
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2012

CLUTTER: The True Story of the Collyer Brothers Who Never Threw Anything Out, running through March 11 at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N Lincoln Ave., will feature a special talkback session immediately following the 7:30 p.m. performances every other Thursday evening starting with a special ...


Kathy Griffin, GLEE, et al. Win 2012 Dorian Awards
by Nicole Rosky - January 16, 2012

As reported in The Hollywood Reporter, the Gay & Lesbian Critics has announced their 2012 Dorian Award nominations for film and TV....


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....






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