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VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Jason Bateman Guests on Tonight's THE MUPPETS on ABC
by - November 10, 2015

PEOPLE shares an exclusive sneak peek at tonight's episode of ABC's THE MUPPETS titled 'Pigs In a Blackout'....


The Secret Opera to Present A CHRISTMAS CAROL, 12/3-20
by Tyler Peterson - September 14, 2015

The Secret Opera will present a fresh take on one of the most beloved Christmas stories of all time, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, in a series of performances in New York City and the greater NY area. This family-friendly holiday favorite comes to life in an all-new interdisciplinary work util...


ABC's THE MUPPETS is Most-Watched Comedy in New Time Slot
by Caryn Robbins - February 03, 2016

“The Muppets” (8:30-9:00 p.m. – 2.7 million and 0.8/3 in AD18-49): At 8:30 p.m. in its new time slot, ABC freshman “The Muppets” outdrew its comedy competition in the half-hour with Total Viewers (2.7 million vs. 2.6 million for Fox's “Grandfathered”)....


Ken Jeong to Host ABC FALL PREVIEW SPECIAL, 9/18
by Tyler Peterson - September 10, 2015

Tune-in and take a look at the exciting new shows coming to ABC this fall as doctor-turned-actor/comedian Ken Jeong hosts “ABC Fall Preview Special,” FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 (8:31-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network....


THE MUPPETS Delivers Big Time-Period Growth for ABC During Fall 2015
by Caryn Robbins - December 15, 2015

During the week of December 7, 2015, ABC aired 4 of the Top 15 entertainment programs in Adults 18-49, placing 4 of the Top 6 comedies with its Wednesday 8:00-10:00 p.m. comedy block...


ABC Orders UNCLE BUCK Comedy Starring Mike Epps
by Caryn Robbins - May 08, 2015

ABC has greenlit the comedy series UNCLE BUCK,  starring comedian Mike Epps. The show joins three other previously announced comedies for the network including “The Muppets”, “Dr. Ken,”  and “The Real O'Neals.”...


'FROM BROADWAY TO HOLLYWOOD' Panel Centers on Madeline Kahn at Barnes & Noble in LA Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2016

Two-time Oscar nominee Madeline Kahn is the subject of a panel discussion, From Broadway to Hollywood ~ A Chat with her Friends, at Barnes & Noble at The Grove at Farmers Market tonight, February 10, at 7pm....


ABC Sets Summer Block Party Dates
by Tyler Peterson - June 10, 2015

The ABC Summer Block Party is hitting the road with a six-market mobile pilot screening tour giving guests the opportunity to get a first look at some of ABC's highly anticipated new fall shows including “Blood & Oil,” and “Quantico” as well as a special preview of “The Muppets.”...


DVR Alert - Kristin Chenoweth Guest Stars on ABC's THE MUPPETS Tonight
by TV News Desk - November 03, 2015

ABC has announced that Broadway's Kristin Chenoweth will guest star as herself on the next episode of THE MUPPETS, titled. 'Ex-Factor', tonight, November 3!...


ABC to Hit the Road with Advanced Screenings of New Fall Shows
by Caryn Robbins - June 11, 2015

The ABC Summer Block Party is hitting the road with a six-market mobile pilot screening tour giving guests the opportunity to get a first look at some of ABC's highly anticipated new fall shows...


Celebrity Breakups Continue as MUPPETS' Kermit and Miss Piggy Call It Quits!
by Caryn Robbins - August 05, 2015

While promoting the upcoming ABC series THE MUPPETS at this week's Television Critics Association summer press tour, it was announced that celebrity couple Kermit and Miss Piggy have called it quits....


ABC's Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” Up Week to Week in Total Viewers
by Caryn Robbins - November 18, 2015

At 9:00 p.m. opposite increased drama competition from NBC's “Chicago Med” debut, ABC's “Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” was up week to week in Total Viewers...


STAGE TUBE: Danny DeVito, Beth Leavel, Tony Roberts & More Celebrate 99 Years of The Drama Book Shop
by Stage Tube - December 16, 2015

It's the holiday season at New York's legendary Drama Book Shop, now celebrating its 99th year of business. Since 1917, The Drama Book Shop has been the number one source for actors, directors, designers and dramatists to share, explore and discover new works of theatre. In 2017, The Tony Award-winn...


13 New Shows Ordered from ABC Studios for 2015-16 Season
by Caryn Robbins - May 15, 2015

 "We are extremely proud of the series the studio is producing for ABC and other networks. This TV season is especially exciting as we have increased the number of quality shows over last season," said Patrick Moran, EVP, ABC Studios....


Spire Center for Performing Arts Welcomes David Mallett Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2015

The Spire Center for Performing Arts, the entertainment mecca of Plymouth, presents folk artist David Mallet, Today, May 29, 8 pm, at The Spire Center for Performing Arts, 25 ½ Court Street, Plymouth.  Singer/songwriter Maurice Dickson opens....


Kristin Chenoweth to Guest Star on ABC's THE MUPPETS, 11/3
by Caryn Robbins - October 28, 2015

ABC has announced that Broadway's Kristin Chenoweth will guest star as herself on the next episode of THE MUPPETS, titled. 'Ex-Factor'....


ABC's FRESH OFF THE BOAT Scores Five-Week High in Viewership
by Tyler Peterson - December 09, 2015

Building on its lead-in at 8:30 p.m., ABC's “Fresh Off the Boat” built 7% week to week in Total Viewers (3.9 million vs. 3.7 million) and was even with its week-ago Fast Affiliate rating (1.2/4), which adjusted up 1-tenth in the Nationals. The ABC sophomore comedy delivered its most watched telecast...


Disney Reveals First Footage of Live-Action ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS!
by Caryn Robbins - November 02, 2015

Disney Studios wanted to remind us all to set our clocks back over the weekend, and what better way than with a first glimpse via Twitter of ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS featuring Alice 'falling back'....


ABC's THE MUPPETS Hits a 4-Week High in Viewers
by Caryn Robbins - November 04, 2015

At 8:00 p.m., ABC's “The Muppets” beat its freshman Fox comedy competition by 40% in Adults 18-49 (1.4/5 vs. 1.0/3 for “Grandfathered”)....


ABC Renews MISTRESSES for Fourth Season
by Tyler Peterson - September 25, 2015

Based on the hit UK television series of the same name, “Mistresses” will return for a fourth season in 2016. ABC has ordered 13 episodes of the ABC Studios series which is executive-produced by Rina Mimoun, KJ Steinberg, Robert Sertner and Douglas Rae and stars Yunjin Kim, Rochelle Aytes, Jes Macal...


Baby No. 2 on the Way for INTO THE WOOD's Emily Blunt and Hubby John Krasinski
by Caryn Robbins - January 26, 2016

PEOPLE has confirmed the joyous news that Hollywood super couple John Krasinski and Emily Blunt are expecting their second child....


FROZEN Writing Team Departs Disney's BOB THE MUSICAL; Tom Cruise to Star?
by Jessica Showers - July 27, 2015

BOB THE MUSICAL is circling a new creative team. ...


SHUFFLE ALONG to Resume Preview Performances 3/25; Audra McDonald Comments
by Caryn Robbins - March 24, 2016

BWW has just learned that previews for SHUFFLE ALONG, which have been cancelled this week (Monday, March 21-Thursday, March 24) due to the illness of one of its stars, Audra McDonald, will resume on Friday, March 25 at The Music Box Theatre....


VIDEO: Watch THE MUPPETS Get Down to '70's Funk Classic 'Jungle Boogie'
by Caryn Robbins - August 06, 2015

Below, get down, get down with The Electric Mayhem and this 1978 Kool and the Gang's boogie classic 'Jungle Boogie.'...


ABC Up Week to Week in Adults 18-49
by Tyler Peterson - December 08, 2015

With its Charlie Brown Christmas specials and the premiere of “The Great Holiday Baking Show,” ABC took second in Adults 18-49 (1.6/5) to NBC, beating drama lineups on CBS by 23% (1.3/4) and Fox by 33% (1.2/4 – fall finales of “Gotham”/”Minority Report”).  The Net won the night among Kids 2-11, with...






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