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Jim Henson's FRAGGLE ROCK and MAGICAL MYSTERY DOORS Go on Sale at bergenPAC This Week
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2024

bergenPAC has announced two new shows. Magical Mystery Doors – Beatles, Zeppellin, Doors Tribute on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 8 p.m.; Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 3 p.m.

Performance Added For SHINNAI MEETS PUPPETRY, Coming Up at Japan Society
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 25, 2024

Japan Society will present a world premiere double bill of contemporary puppet theater with Shinnai Meets Puppetry, created & performed by Sachiyo Takahashi/Nekaa Lab with Rowan Magee and Emma Wiseman.

FRAGGLE ROCK: BACK TO THE ROCK! Coming to DVD and Blu-ray
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2024

Fraggle Rock is coming home! The first season of Apple TV+'s reboot of Jim Henson's classic series Fraggle Rock will be released on DVD and Blu-ray on November 19. The 3 disc set includes all season one episodes, along with some new special features.

Apple TV+ to Release WONDER PETS: IN THE CITY Musical Series
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 15, 2024

Apple TV+ has announced the all-new animated preschool original series “Wonder Pets: In The City” to premiere globally on Friday, December 13. “Wonder Pets: In The City” invites kids and families to meet charming new characters and go on exciting adventures that spark curiosity and celebrate our unique differences. Learn more about the voice cast.

LABYRINTH IN CONCERT Comes to The Smith Center for the Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2024

Due to popular demand, the North American tour of“Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert” will be extended into 2025 with the addition of more than 35 cities.

'Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert' Extends North American Tour Through Spring 2025
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2024

Black Ink Presents, a division of Terrapin Station Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment, has announced that due to popular demand, the North American tour of “Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert” will be extended into 2025 with the addition of more than 35 cities.

Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024

The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards. These awards are given for theatre arts produced in the Chicago area.

Museum Of The Moving Image Receives $1 Million Gift From The Jane Henson Foundation
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2024

The Museum of the Moving Image has announced a $1 million gift from The Jane Henson Foundation to support its educational programs and exhibitions, enhancing its mission to explore the art, history, and technology of film and television.

Third Annual Festival of Firsts to Return to Lincoln Center in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2024

The third annual Festival of Firsts will return to Lincoln Center from October 2-18 at the David Rubenstein Atrium. This year’s festival features a diverse range of artists in debut performances across music, theater, puppetry, social dance, comedy, and more. Learn how to attend.

Registration Now Open For Osher Lifelong Learning Institute At Ringling College's Fall Semester
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2024

Registration is now open for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College's fall semester, running from September 30 to November 22, 2024. Explore a variety of courses designed for adult learners.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 18, 2024
by - Sep 18, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 18, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Cinco Paul Teases Martin Short's Role in Canceled Third Season of SCHMIGADOON!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2024

Schmigadoon! creator Cinco Paul has once again shared what fans could have expected from the third season of the canceled musical series. In a new post on X, Paul revealed that Season 3 would have featured Martin Short channeling David Bowie from Jim Henson's Labyrinth.

The Walt Disney Company Makes History With Record-Breaking 60 Emmy Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 16, 2024

The Walt Disney Company has won 60 Primetime Emmy® Awards across its content brands, studios and platforms.

GOBLIN:MACBETH Kicks Off Tarragon's 24/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2024

GOBLIN:MACBETH, A Spontaneous Theatre Creation, will have its Toronto premiere and open the Tarragon season. The piece from acclaimed improv theatre team Rebecca Northan and Bruce Horak takes over the Mainspace from October 3 - 27, 2024 (opening October 4).

TALES FROM THE BAYOU to Have World Premiere at Great AZ Puppets
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 7, 2024

From September 19-October 5, The Great Arizona Puppet Theater will present TALES FROM THE BAYOU, a collection of original folktales, set in the swamps of a bygone era.

Tyler Tafolla to Present Muppet Tribute Concert MOVIN' RIGHT ALONG at the City Heights Performance Annex
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2024

Join Tyler Tafolla and beloved Muppet performers for a one-night tribute concert celebrating Jim Henson's work with songs from The Muppets, Sesame Street, and more at the City Heights Performance Annex. Learn how to purchase tickets!

76th Creative Arts Emmy Awards - Night One Winners List
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 8, 2024

The Television Academy and executive producer Bob Bain has announced the night one winners for the 76th Creative Arts Emmy® Awards.

BETWEEN THE LINES Will Stream on BroadwayHD This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2024

BroadwayHD will present the world streaming premiere of the Off-Broadway musical, Between the Lines this month. Learn more about the show and see how to watch.

Jelani Remy, Emily Skeggs, and More Will Lead THE APPLE BOYS Industry Reading
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024

THE APPLE BOYS, a new fast-paced musical comedy set in Gilded Age Coney Island, with book by Jono Lyons and music and lyrics by 2017 Jonathan Larson Grant recipient Ben Bonnema, will have industry presentations on Monday, September 23 and Tuesday, September 24 in Manhattan at Ripley Grier 38th St. Studios.

The Living Arts Centre Reveals First Four Shows Of Its Fall 2024 Season Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2024

The Living Arts Centre has revealed the first four shows of its Fall 2024 season, featuring a mix of theater, music, and dance performances.

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