Tag: Muppets
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Kermit the Frog Joining ‘Disney Speedstorm’
Muppets fan have a reason to now play Disney Speedstorm. Kermit the Frog is joining the free-to-play kart racing game as a mid-season season 7 racer. Disney Speedstorm is a hero-based combat-racing game, set on high-speed circuits inspired by Disney and Pixar worlds. This is a thrilling racing experience where players will need to master…
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GUIDE: All The Muppets on Disney+
Disney+ continues to add more and more content over the past few years. While there are tons of movies to be found on the streaming service that are animated and live-action, nothing beats The Muppets! The Muppets are a blast to watch and Disney+ has quite a few options for Muppets fans to enjoy. In…
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Disney Leads the Competition with 93 Children’s and Family Emmy Nominations
The Walt Disney Company has earned the top spot for nominations at the 2nd Annual Children’s and Family Emmy Awards, according to the list released today by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. With a whopping 93 nods, Disney topped its nearest competitor, Netflix, who earned 61 nominations. The recognitions came from television…
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It’s Time to Play the Music and Noah Sunday-Lefkowitz Shows How with This Muppets Medley
Think of The Muppets and it is very easy to not only think of zany comedy, memorable friendships, and iconic comedic moments but also the music! Music has been a huge part of The Muppets’ journey through the years as they sought success and also to make the world a better place. As they sang…
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The Muppets Light Up Disney Merriest Nites at Disneyland with The Muppets Christmas Caroling Coach
On November 11, 2021 the first Disney Merriest Nites party was held at Disneyland as a part of the Holidays at Disneyland celebration. The ticketed event was comprised of six different areas or parties. Each party had a unique theme. Main Street, USA’s area was themed to the Victorian era. On Main Street, USA throughout…
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The Bash is Back – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week, the top Disney and geek headlines are shared here. This week, there are quite a few fun things that happened. First off, the Oogie Boogie Bash has returned to the Disneyland Resort. This Halloween party at Disney California Adventure has some new villains visiting this year. Agatha Harkness…
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Biopic About Jim Henson in the Works at Disney
Disney and The Jim Henson Company are teaming up on a new biopic on Jim Henson. Called, Muppet Man, this is the story about the man behind The Muppets. The movie will cover the highlights of Henson’s life. This will include the creation of Sam and Friends while Henson was at the University of Maryland.…
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The 2021 DAPSie Awards – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1121 (#544)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, it’s time for The DAPSie Awards, or as we like to call them, the DAPsies. Each year, the geeks pull together some of the most memorable things from the previous year and honor them with this illustrious award. As with every year, the categories are Movies,…
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Muppets NOW! Brings the Charm and Zaniness of Muppets to Disney+
Muppets NOW! is now streaming on Disney+. The return of The Muppets is a welcome one as they bring the charm and craziness back the small screen as Kermit and the gang try to put up a new Muppet series for streaming. Of course, nothing goes write and everything is sent into a tizzy. Muppets…
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New Muppets Now Video Call Trailer Released by Disney+ Along with Joe the Legal Weasel-Approved Press Release
A new trailer has hit the internet for Muppets Now ahead of its arrival on Disney+ on July 31st. In this trailer, the Muppets hop on a video call together to discuss the new show. One Muppet they may not be so excited to see is Joe the Legal Weasel… their legal counselor who has…
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Bonnie Erickson Shares Insights into Puppet Making and Jim Henson During WDFM’s Happily Ever After Hours
The Walt Disney Family Museum has been offering a series of speaker sessions title “Happily Ever After Hours”. These panels come at a time when the museum is closed and are a unique way of bringing the museum to people’s homes. Last night, Bonnie Erickson was able to share her insights on creating puppets for…
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Muppets Now Arriving on Disney+ in July!
Today Disney+ revealed that Muppets Now will be arriving on Disney+ on July 31st. The news came as Disney+ celebrates #streamingday. This new Muppet show will be arriving in the U.S., Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and India on this day. It will be an unscripted series with Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and…
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Original ‘Muppet’ Performers to Reunite May 16 in Online Fundraiser to Remember Jim Henson
Calling all Muppets fans! Here’s a fun virtual event coming this weekend for a great cause. Thirty years after the untimely loss of Muppets creator Jim Henson, four legendary Muppets performers will reunite online this Saturday, May 16, in a livestream event to help raise funds for frontline workers who have battled the Covid-19 virus. Bill Barretta, Fran…
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Come Watch and Tweet The Muppet Movie with Us Tonight!
Yesterday, The Muppets released a video of Kermit the Frog singing Rainbow Connection to help everyone get through the tough times we’re facing. I watched this and immediately thought, “huh, I should probably get around to watching The Muppet Movie while we’re all in quarantine.” Of course, most people were outraged to find out I…
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Saying Goodbye – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 951 (#469)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week there are lots of things that are saying goodbye at Disney theme parks. The geeks chat about the transitions in entertainment. At the Disneyland Resort, the Laughing Stock Co. and Pixarmonic Orchestra ended their run this last weekend. At Walt Disney World, the Muppets Present… Great…
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Josh Gad and Team Departs The Muppets Disney+ Series
A scripted version of The Muppets is no longer being developed for Disney+. The series that was connected with Josh Gad, Adam Horowitz, and Eddy Kitsis. Apparently, after an executive change led to the trio departing from the show that was titled Muppets Live Another Day. The change came after some transitions at Disney with…
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A Magic Kingdom Epcot Flying Back to California Kind of Day – DAPS VLOG
My final day at Walt Disney World was a whirlwind of a day. The day started off with a bus ride that led to a monorail ride and then a ferry ride! The trip eventually led to me arriving at the Magic Kingdom for a patriotic morning. At the end of the morning, I transferred…
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Muppet Guys Talking Shares the Magic Behind The Muppets! – Review by Mr. DAPs
Since the 1950s, Jim Henson’s Muppets have delighted fans from around the globe with their vibrant personalities, friendships, and adventures. What started off as puppets on a local Saturday morning TV show led to late night appearances, their own television shows, movies, and more! The magic behind The Muppets has fascinated Muppet fans for decades…
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Muppet Guys Talking Share A Welcome
Muppet Guys Talking is still about a month away. This documentary, directed by one of the great Muppeteers Frank Oz, will explore the magic that was behind The Muppets. This will show how the spirit and sense of fun really made The Muppets magical as some behind the scenes secrets and stories are shared. A…
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On March 16 ‘Muppet Guys Talking’ Reveals the Secrets, Spirit, and Sense of Fun That Created the World’s Most Beloved Characters
NEW YORK (January 24, 2018) – For decades, the secrets of one of the most successful and acclaimed creative endeavors the world has ever known have been locked away, but on March 16 the safe will be cracked open as the documentary Muppet Guys Talking: Secrets Behind the Show the Whole World Watched explores how remarkable creativity was allowed to grow…
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Muppets Take the Bowl and Hearts at the Hollywood Bowl!
Tonight The Muppets played the first of three performances at the Hollywood Bowl. Billed as Muppets Take the Bowl, this event was hosted by Kermit the Frog and Bobby Moynihan. They were backed by Thomas Wilkins and the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. The night was full of heartwarming moments, surprise celebrity guests, music, and even fireworks!…
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Halloween, Kermit, and CHOC Walk! – Great Moments with Mr. DAPs
Welcome to this week’s Great Moments with Mr. DAPs! Mr. DAPs was away this week, so Caitie Bear took over to share the highlights of the week with you! This is what we covered: New Halloween Fun, Thrills and Villainous Décor Cast a Spell at Disney California Adventure Park, Sept. 15-Oct. 31: https://dapsmagic.com/2017/08/31/new-halloween-fun-thrills-and-villainous-decor-cast-a-spell-at-disney-california-adventure-park-sept-15-oct-31/ Slinky Dog Dash Ride…
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Kermit the Frog Returns with New Voice
Kermit is back. After a dramatic transition, Matt Vogel is now the Muppeteer for Kermit the Frog. His first performance was released on YouTube today for a Muppet Thought of the Week. Check out his performance here: What do you think of the new voice of Kermit the Frog?
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Steve Whitmire Responds to Leaving The Muppets
Steve Whitmire no longer is the performer bringing Kermit the Frog to life. Since 1978, he has been a part of the Muppet family. This no longer is true. As DAPs Magic reported last week, the role of Kermit the Frog has been passed on. Matt Vogel will now be carrying the mantel of Kermit…