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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...


VIDEO: Cast of STOMP Featured on CNN International's QUEST MEANS BUSINESS
by Tyler Peterson - June 06, 2014

See STOMP on CNN International's "Quest Means Business" in a story that aired yesterday about "unconventional instruments" in the context of international banking. Click here to check it out!...


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....


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.”...


VIDEO: Josh Groban & Lindsey Stirling Perform 'Pure Imagination with The Muppets!
by Caryn Robbins - May 07, 2015

"Take a look and you'll see into your imagination" with this new music video from YouTube star and electronic violinist Lindsey Stirling and multi-platinum recording artist Josh Groban as they perform "Pure Imagination*" with the Muppets!...


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.”...


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...


FROZEN Soundtrack Ranked No. 1 Top Selling Album On The 2014 Year-End Billboard 200 Album Chart
by Robert Diamond - December 09, 2014

Today, the Frozen soundtrack from Walt Disney Records was ranked the No. 1 best-selling album on the 2014 year-end Billboard 200 chart, for the period November 24, 2013 to November 16, 2014. It is the first soundtrack to reach No. 1 on the year-end chart since Titanic in 1998 and is the first Disney...


STOMP to Perform on Univision's DESPIERTA AMERICA!, 5/12
by Tyler Peterson - May 09, 2014

STOMP will perform on Univision's highly rated "Despierta Amerca!" this Monday, May 12 in the 8 AM hour. Univision is carried on Channel 41 on Time Warner. Check local listings for more information....


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....


Museum of the Moving Image Releases Overview of Programs & Exhibitions for Summer 2014
by Matt Smith - June 19, 2014

Astoria, New York, June 18, 2014—Museum of the Moving Image announces its major film series and exhibitions for the summer. Highlights include a new exhibition and accompanying film series exploring the work of the legendary animation director Chuck Jones(opening July 19), films by Gustav Deutsch (J...


FROZEN, ALADDIN & More Set for 'NOW That's What I Call Disney 3', Out 10/27
by Caryn Robbins - September 29, 2014

NOW That's What I Call Music! and Walt Disney Records have once again teamed up for a special NOW album collection showcasing beloved Disney music classics. NOW That's What I Call Disney 3 will be released on CD and digitally on Monday, October 27....


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....


Phillip Phillips, The Muppets Join PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH
by Caryn Robbins - June 16, 2014

Joining the all-star line-up for the 34th annual broadcast of PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH,live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, are platinum recording artist and songwriter Phillip Phillips and the world-famous Muppets....


Rockwell Table and Stage to Present MUPPET ROCKS! Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - October 13, 2014

ROCKWELL Table and Stage, L.A.'s premier spot for extraordinary entertainment and dining is thrilled to announce its first event in a new monthly collaborative series with SIRIUS FM Radio as they will be presenting "SIRIUS FM: LIVE FROM THE ROCKWELL!" The first show in this brand new series will be...


Phillip Phillips, The Muppets Join PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH
by BWW News Desk - July 04, 2014

Joining the all-star line-up for the 34th annual broadcast of PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH,live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, are platinum recording artist and songwriter Phillip Phillips and the world-famous Muppets....


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'....


Ryan Hamilton Set for Comedy Works Landmark Village, Now thru 10/4
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2014

Named one of Rolling Stone's 'Five Comics to Watch,' Ryan Hamilton has a bright future. With appearances on NBC's Last Comic Standing, Conan and Comedy Central's Live at Gotham,...


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...


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. ...


Anne Hathaway, Johnny Depp & More Being Filming on Disney's ALICE IN WONDERLAND: THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS
by Caryn Robbins - August 04, 2014

Disney's 'Alice In Wonderland: Through the Looking Glass' begins principal photography this week, featuring an award-winning production team and all-star ensemble cast, including Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, Mia Wasikowska, Helena Bonham Carter and Sacha Baron Cohen....


Ryan Hamilton Set for Comedy Works Landmark Village, 10/1-4
by Tyler Peterson - September 10, 2014

Named one of Rolling Stone's 'Five Comics to Watch,' Ryan Hamilton has a bright future. With appearances on NBC's Last Comic Standing, Conan and Comedy Central's Live at Gotham,...


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's THE MUPPETS Beats 8pm Premiere of NBC's 'Best Time Ever' in Adults 18-49
by Caryn Robbins - October 14, 2015

At 8:00 p.m., ABC's “The Muppets” took second in Adults 18-49 (1.3/5) to CBS' “NCIS,” beating NBC's time-slot premiere of “Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris” by 18% in the half-hour...






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