Oh come all ye Muppet faithful, to the little town of Lehighton, Pa as once again The Muppets Take Mahoning!
On Saturday, August 1st, let your bells jingle at The Mahoning Drive-In Theater. In association with THE BARRETTA BROTHERS VODCAST PODCAST, we proudly present MUPPETS TAKE MAHONING 4! It’s a special “Christmas In July-ish” celebration of fleece, foam and fandom with Jim Henson and The Muppets on 35mm!
Join us for themed Muppet vendors (including us), costume contests, a Muppet sing-along at intermission, and a variety show that puts YOU in the spotlight before sundown (sign-ups coming soon)!
The sun may set on the lot, but it never sets on the fun, as our projectors fire up to present the marvelously merry, the magnificently memorable, THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL (1992), our fine felty friends’ take on the Dickens holiday classic, with Michael Caine as Scrooge, directed by Brian Henson, and featuring songs written by Paul Williams!
We follow that up with a super-secret second feature, holiday-themed and filled with fuzzy friends, presented digitally.
So break out your puppet pals, practice your public performance pieces, and get ready to get warm and fuzzy with Kermit, Piggy, Fozzie, Gonzo and the gang, when we celebrate Christmas in July…ish with the Muppets and the Barretta Brothers Vodcast Podcast!
Join us on an unforgettable Jim Henson–themed journey through New York City and beyond!
Join us as we head to the Museum of the Moving Image to celebrate Jim Henson’s birthday (two days early)!
The festivities included a puppet workshop, book signings, live music, the Jane Henson Amphitheater dedication, and the first ever Henson "Swamp Meet" collectibles marketplace, teeming with rare Henson treasures.
Next, we whisk you to Toy Tokyo, a must-visit toy store nestled in the East Village. It’s a great place to find Japanese exclusives, blind-boxes, and elusive figures.
Finally we "chilly down" with Labyrinth: In Concert, featuring the classic film accompanied by a live band with exclusive merch. It's a Jim Henson Birthday Celebration you won't want to miss.
Be sure to check out more videos on our Youtube Channel.
As we first told you about in March, The Muppets are opening the new "World of Color Happiness” water show at Disneyland.
While the show officially opens Friday night, last night the park offered a special sneak peek to select members of the media.
The pre-show is a fun way to explain the safety precautions as only The Muppets can.
You can watch the entire Muppet pre-show below, courtesy of MouseSteps (who had a great vantage point) as well as the whole "World of Color Happiness” presentation via Daps Magic.
The main show opens with a montage inspirational Disney songs including a Muppetational tune about rainbows.
"World of Color Happiness” officially opens at Disney's California Adventure on Friday.
Jim Henson's Creature Shop is bringing to life a classic Dungeons & Dragons character for a new limited attraction at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Xanathar, the larger-than-life floating head with tentacle eyes and his beloved goldfish Sylgar, will be brought to life by the Creature Shop, for DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep.
The attraction is part of Universal Fan Fest Nights, a brand-new immersive experience, kicking off April 25.
According to the official description fans will "join fellow Harpers on a DUNGEONS & DRAGONS quest to save Waterdeep from the clutches of the notorious beholder, Xanathar the Beholder, in the in-world action-packed DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep."
The event will take place on select nights: April 25–27, May 2–4, 9–11, and 15–18, 2025. Guests can look forward to themed culinary creations from Executive Chef Julia Thrash, exclusive merchandise, cosplay, and immersive experiences across a variety of popular franchises, including Star Trek, Back to the Future, One Piece, Jujutsu Kaisen, Wicked, Harry Potter, and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™.
Tickets and information about Universal Fan Fest Nights can be found here.
Information about the DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep experiance can be found here.
We're thrilled to be a part of the Greater Philadelphia Area Puppetry Guild’s inaugural National Day of Puppetry Festival.
The Greater Philadelphia Area Puppetry Guild’s FIRST-EVER National Day of Puppetry Festival at the Abington Art Center focusing on connection, creativity, and community.
The festival will include demonstrations, workshops, performances, and puppet venders. We'll be there with a bunch of Muppet and puppet related items for sale.
This all-day event includes a vibrant lineup of puppet shows, hands-on workshops, puppet-building, a puppet film festival, and more. From morning until night, the art center will be alive with puppets in every corner — onstage, on film, in motion, and even on parade.
Below is a schedule of events and performances:
Vendor's Row (9:30 AM – 4:30 PM): Puppets, art, and handmade delights
● Opening Ceremony (10:00 AM)
● Live Shows All Day! Including:
○ Puppet Club Zoo (10:15 AM)
○ Makin’ BreakFAST (10:45 AM)
○ The Magic Pot with Digger & David (12:10 PM)
○ Some Bunny to Love (1:30 PM)
○ Billy Goats Gruff’kin (2:30 PM)
○ The TRUE Story of the 3 Little Pigs (3:00 PM)
○ OVERSOULED (3:15 PM – Ages 16+)
● Film Festival of Puppet Shorts (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
● Hands-On Workshops:
○ By A String with Gabriel Hazuda (11:00 AM – Ticketed)
Set sail for adventure, as The Muppets once again take over the Mahoning Drive-In!
It’s a Muppet Trifecta! We’re back for our third year with one special night of Muppet Madness!!!
On May 3rd, The Mahoning Drive-In Theater, in association with THE BARRETTA BROTHERS VODCAST/PODCAST, is proud to present MUPPETS TAKE MAHONING 3! A double feature of fleece, foam, and fandom with The Muppets on 35mm!
This year we're bringing you more Muppet vendors with even more rare treasures!
In just one evening, you can take a trip to the Big Apple to see a Broadway show and ride the high seas on the Hispaniola with Long John Silver!
SPECIAL GUEST UPDATE:
Meet our special guest, Emmy-Winner Fred Buccholz: Technical and Special effects artist, character rigging designer, and puppet stunt coordinator on countless Henson/Muppet/Sesame projects, including our double-feature.
Bring your questions for our live Q&A and find out what it was like working alongside Jim Henson, Miss Piggy, and so many others. He will also bring along some cool movie props and behind the scenes photos!
Here he is on the sets of Muppet Treasure Island with Director Brian Henson and Muppet Vision 3D with Director Jim Henson.
Join us for Muppet-themed vendors (that's us!), Muppet-theme Snacks and Merch, special event poster and tee shirt, video introductions by cast and crew members, a Muppet DJ set, a Muppet sing-along at intermission, Muppet raffle, Photo Ops, and books by Gene Barretta on sale!
Plus a costume contest and puppet contest that put YOU in the spotlight hosted by TJ McGlinchey - before sundown! (sign-ups coming soon!)
We open with THE MUPPETS TAKE MANHATTAN, directed by Frank Oz. The third film of the original Muppet film trilogy.
We follow the Muppets as they take their theatrical production of Manhattan Melodies to New York City with their hearts set on a Broadway premiere! What are the chances, after a cranky Kermit causes the gang to go their separate ways? Will they be Together Again? Come and see! The Muppets Take Manhattan also features more 80’s celebrities than a full season of Hollywood Squares.
Followed by MUPPET TREASURE ISLAND, directed by Brian Henson. We are convinced. If Robert Louis Stevenson had written his classic tale in the 1990s, this is what he would have wanted! With Tim Curry and Kevin Bishop in mind for the lead roles! Hop on the Hispaniola and sail with us, sing with us, and laugh with us. Follow your favorite Muppets, along with several new characters, as they reinterpret this classic treasure hunt that is equally silly and touching.
OFFICIAL POSTER BY GENE BARRETTA:
Above is the official event poster by Gene Baretta which will be for sale exclusively at the show.
Gates Open at 6pm. Showtime at Sundown! General Ticket: $12 (per person) - General+Extended Pass: $22 (per person) Kids Pricing: $5 General Ticket (under 13years).
All events are Rain or Shine. No refunds or transfers.
If weren't able to join us for the last two events, here's a look at what you've been missing and what to expect!
According to the Disney Parks Blog, this year's Jollywood Nights event at Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios will feature an immersive experience inside the world of The Muppet Christmas Carol.
Like last year, the main stage show will be hosted by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy. Note these are Disney cast member's performing the park puppets to a pre-recorded track and not Matt Vogel and Eric Jacobson.
The Stage 1 Company Store outside Muppet*Vision 3D will host a behind the scenes look at
The Muppet Christmas Carol with "no shortage of Instagram-worthy spots" for photos.
And that's not all. When exiting the event, attendees will be gifted six champagne flavored Wondermade marshmallows in a box featuring Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy.
You can purchase tickets for Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at DisneyWorld.com/Jollywood.
Last May, I was thrilled to be a part of a magical Muppet double feature event - "The Muppets Take the Mahoning!" at the Mahoning Drive-in and now you can experience it too!
Celebrate Muppets Most Wanted's 10th anniversary at the Museum of the Moving Image.
This weekend the Museum of the Moving Image in NYC is hosting 10th anniversary screening's of the latest Muppet feature film - Muppet Most Wanted with introductions by Henson Legacy President Craig Shemin.
The criminal mastermind Constantine, a Kermit the Frog look-alike, replaces Kermit as the Muppets go on a European tour. All part of an elaborate cover to steal jewels throughout Europe while Kermit is held in a Russian prison, in Constantine’s place. Filled with comedy, music and cameos this is a great Muppet adventure that has laughs for kids and adults.
The screening will be held:
Saturday, Mar 9 at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, Mar 10 at 12:30 p.m.
The Center For Puppetry Arts is celebrating Dave Goelz's 50 years with The Muppets.
On September 6th, join us for a special panel celebrating Dave Goelz’s 50th anniversary as a Muppet performer, where he will share insights into his experiences performing beloved characters such as Gonzo the Great, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, and others throughout his illustrious career. The panel will include a Q&A so that you can ask Goelz questions about his career and your favorite Muppet characters.
To celebrate Goelz’s 50th anniversary as a Muppet performer, The Walt Disney Company is loaning the Center a rare Gonzo puppet wearing a costume from The Great Muppet Caper (1981) which will be unveiled at the event.
The Gonzo puppet will be on display in their Worlds of Puppetry Museum from Sept 7-Oct 31.
Tickets are $20 for non-members and $15 for members and can be purchased from the Center.
It’s time to play the movies, it’s time to light the lights! It’s time to meet the Muppets because this Saturday, May 20th, "The Muppets Take Mahoning”!
About the Event!
The Mahoning Drive-In Theater, in association with The Barretta Brothers VodCast/ Podcast, are bringing the original 1979 classic The Muppet Movie ack to the big screen, followed by their 2011 return, The Muppets both on 35mm!
Moving right along… See Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie, Gonzo and the gang as they fill the big screen with songs and laughter, in two films more entertaining than humanly possible!
And if that wasn’t Muppetational enough, we’ll have a special LIVE episode of The Barretta Brothers podcast during the preshow.
Plus video intros from Muppet performers, photo ops, and more surprises to be announced!
The Muppet Stuff Blog will have a plethora of items for sale as well as collectibles on display from The Muppet Stuff Museum.
Can you picture that?
It’s a ONE NIGHT ONLY Muppets celebration at The Mahoning Drive-In Theater, whether you come on out with the family or make it a “Me Party”," Life’s a Happy Song" when The Muppets Take Mahoning!
Camping:
You can also camp out and hang out with us after the show! Check out the Mahoning's
Special Kids Pricing: $8 General Ticket. For this event we will also be offering FREE Extended Passes for children under 13 (must have General Ticket)! As always, Children 4 and under are FREE;)
It’s time to play the movies, it’s time to light the lights! It’s time to meet the Muppets on Saturday, May 20th, as the “Muppets Take Mahoning”!
The Mahoning Drive-In Theater, in association with THE BARRETTA BROTHERS VODCAST/PODCAST, are bringing the original 1979 classic THE MUPPET MOVIE back to the big screen, followed by their 2011 return, THE MUPPETS, both on 35mm!
Moving right along… See Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie, Gonzo and the gang as they fill the big screen with songs and laughter, in two films more entertaining than humanly possible!
And if that wasn’t Muppetational enough, we’ll have special on-screen introductions from Muppet performers, and a LIVE episode of THE BARRETTA BROTHERS TAKE MAHONING podcast during our preshow!
Plus video intros from Muppet performers, themed vendors and collectible displays, photo ops, and more surprises to be announced! Can you picture that?
It’s a ONE NIGHT ONLY Muppets celebration at The Mahoning Drive-In Theater, whether you come on out with the family or make it a “Me Party”, life’s a happy song when the “Muppets Take Mahoning”!
Gates open at 6pm, show starts at dusk.
..And Attention Families..
Special Kids Pricing: $8 General Ticket. For this event we will also be offering FREE Extended Passes for children under 13 (must have General Ticket)! As always, Children 4 and under are FREE;)
All events are Rain or Shine. No refunds or transfers.
Did you see the part about "themed vendors and collectible displays" that's where we come in! Muppet Stuff will be a special vendor at the event bringing a selection of new and vintage items for both collectors and kids as well a showing off items from the Muppet stuff Museum.
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History's new permanent "Entertainment Nation" exhibit opens Dec 9 and the museum will host some Muppet themed events as part of the celebration.
Entertainment has the power to captivate, inspire and transform us. It brings us together. We share it when we spontaneously recite lines from a favorite movie, dance to the same groove or recreate a national sports moment on a neighborhood street. It can also spur critical conversations, expose divides, and foster important historical change.
Through the National Museum of American History’s extraordinary collection of theater, music, sports, movie and television objects, the exhibition Entertainment Nation will feature a powerful, ever-changing selection of objects and interactive experiences. Through the objects and their stories, the exhibition will explore how, for over 150 years, entertainment has provided a forum for important national conversations about who we are, and who we want to be.
No other museum can tell the story of the country’s common entertainment experiences like the National Museum of American History. The museum's collection of 1.8 million objects documents the careers of such influential figures as Selena, Roberto Clemente, Kristi Yamaguchi, Mia Hamm, Prince, Cyndi Lauper, Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, Bette Davis, and Muhammad Ali. Its Broadway, television, and film collections document productions such as Hamilton, Rent, The Handmaid's Tale, M*A*S*H, Sesame Street, Star Wars, and many more. Through online resources as well as exhibitions on the National Mall such as Entertainment Nation, the museum will continue its mission to engage audiences in new and expanding ways.
Get a preview of the exhibit below:
During the opening weekend the museum will host the following Henson related events:
Sesame Street is one of the best-loved children’s television series of all time, but also one of the most revolutionary. In using television to teach, Sesame’s creators and performers have particularly sought to reach children from minority backgrounds and lower-income families lacking access to educational materials. Join Sesame Workshop’s Akimi Gibson, Rosita puppeteer/performer Carmen Osbahr, and cast member Alan Muraoka for a discussion of Sesame Street’s history and mission to represent and reach all young learners, especially those who have traditionally been underrepresented in children’s television.
Sam and Friends Panel
Henson Legacy President Craig Shemin informed us that there will also be a Sam and Friends panel and book signing that day as well.
The Sam and Friends event has not yet been added to the museum's ticketing system, see above for event information:
Also look for the museum's ongoing "Muppets Take American History" pop-up series were Muppets appear "in unexpected places" in some of the museum's best-loved exhibitions" as well.
Tickets are free, but seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Seating will be opened first to Eventbrite-registered attendees and then to walk-in visitors. When maximum capacity is reached, the event will be closed to the public, so make your reservation using the link above ASAP.
The Great Con-Junction, celebrating The Dark Crystal and the world of Thra, returns this month with a star studded event in LA.
After hosting the first "unofficial" Great Con-Junction in 2020, this year's convention is not only officially licensed by the Henson Company, they are hosting an exclusive party on the Henson lot as part of the convention.
The guest list includes Lisa and Cheryl Henson, Henson President of Television Halle Stanford, Creative Supervisor for Jim Henson’s Creature Shop Peter Brooke, performers Louise Gold, Kevin Clash Warrick Brownlow-Pike, authors Caseen Gaines and J.M. Lee, and many, many more. You can check out the full guest list here.
D23 is celebrating 30 years of The Muppet Christmas Carol with a special screening at the Museum of The Moving Image in New York.
Don’t be a Scrooge! Come join D23: The Official Disney Fan Club at Museum of the Moving Image to celebrate 30 years of the holiday classic The Muppet Christmas Carol. Kick off the holiday season with a special screening and access to the incredible The Jim Henson Exhibition to get up close with all the Muppet-ational magic that goes into these wonderful stories we cherish so dearly. Guests will be able to enjoy special after-hours admission to the Museum’s spectacular The Jim Henson Exhibition; a behind-the-scenes presentation to kick off the film; a special screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol; and a commemorative gift. Be sure to join us for this wonderful experience… or you might just get a visit from the Ghost of Christmas Past! The Muppet Christmas Carol, the Muppets’ rendition of Charles Dickens’ classic tale, puts a unique twist on that fateful Christmas Eve when Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Together with kind, humble Bob Cratchit (Kermit the Frog) and his family, the Spirits open Scrooge’s eyes—and his heart—to the true meaning of Christmas. Rated G. The Jim Henson Exhibition features a broad range of objects from throughout his remarkable career. It reveals how Henson and his team of builders, performers, and writers brought to life the enduringly popular worlds of The Muppet Show, the Muppet movies, Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth. It also includes materials from Henson’s experimental film projects and his early work, presenting him as a restlessly creative performer, filmmaker, and technical innovator.
EVENT DETAILS:
Exclusive after-hours access to The Jim Henson Exhibition at Museum of the Moving Image Behind-the-scenes presentation on The Muppet Christmas Carol Screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol One (1) D23-Exclusive keepsake to commemorate this milestone anniversary
PRICE:
Gold Members: $39 + $7 processing per person General Members: $49 +$7 processing per person Tickets on sale at the official D23 Website.
Guest check-in and exhibit admission will open at 6:30 p.m. Please do not arrive more than 30 minutes before check-in time. Upon arrival, guests will be able to explore the exhibit until 8 p.m., with theater seating available at 7:30 p.m. and the presentation beginning at 8 p.m. Upon departure, guests will receive their commemorative keepsake.
NOTES:
D23 Members will be required to provide their membership number and the names of the guests attending when reserving tickets. All ticket holders for this event agree to comply to the latest health and safety guidelines put forth by Museum of the Moving Image. Find the latest guidelines at https://movingimage.us/visit/safety-measures/ D23 Members may purchase up to three (3) tickets.
There are a limited number of tickets available. D23 Members will be required to enter their membership login details when purchasing tickets. D23 Members who do not bring their membership card and tickets may not be admitted to the event. Membership card may be a physical card or digital membership card found in the D23 App.
Ticketed Members and guests who do not attend the event forfeit their place, as well as all experiences, benefits, and gifts associated with the event. D23 Members must be present for their guests to gain entry to the event.
All Guests under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to attend this D23 event, and will require an event ticket for admission.
All D23 Events are subject to change without notice. There are strictly no cancellations or refunds, and tickets are not transferable.
PLEASE BE ADVISED:
Filming, photography, and other recording will take place at MUSEUM OF THE MOVING IMAGE IN NEW YORK CITY, NY, during the event you will be attending. By entering the premises, you irrevocably consent to and authorize Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., its affiliates, successors, and assigns (collectively “Disney”), to photograph you, make sound recordings of you, and use such photographs and recordings throughout the world, for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity, including, but not limited to, television broadcasts and home entertainment products, including, but not limited to, home video and DVD. All such photographs and sound recordings will be the sole property of Disney.
This event is available to D23 gold members only. Tickets on sale at the official D23 Website.
After first running last week, MOMI has a second chance today to catch A Happy Henson Halloween:
Join us for a selection of classic monsters, music, and Muppets, including episodes of The Muppet Show featuring Vincent Price and Alice Cooper and other haunting classic clips from Jim Henson’s work.
There won’t be tricks, but Jim Henson Legacy President Craig Shemin will introduce the screening and bring along some Muppet treats as gifts for lucky audience members.
Friday, October 29, 3:00 p.m. Program total running time: 75 mins.
Then next Saturday celebrate the release of Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History with Fraggle Rock: A Celebration.
Featuring special guests author Jody Revenson, puppet designer/builder Rollie Krewson, Karen Falk (The Jim Henson Company), and Craig Shemin (The Jim Henson Legacy). Program followed by a book signing in the Museum Shop.
To celebrate the new book Fraggle Rock: The Ultimate Visual History from Insight Editions, join co-author Jody Revenson, Director of The Jim Henson Company Archives Karen Falk, and moderator Craig Shemin for a discussion punctuated by classic and rare video clips from Jim Henson’s groundbreaking series. Fraggle Rock, which originally aired on HBO from 1983–1987, is now being revived with all-new episodes for Apple TV+, where you can also watch the original series. Revenson will be signing books (available for sale in the Museum Shop) immediately following the theater presentation.
The Museum of The Moving Image is hosting online event Saturday night with Dave Goelz and Frank Oz as they discuss shooting The Muppets Take Manhattan in and around NYC.
A charming ode to the backstage musical, The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984) - Oz’s directorial debut - features quintessential New York locations and characters: Central Park, cheerfully rat-infested diners, Mayor Ed Koch, Madison Avenue, Port Authority, Broadway theaters, Liza Minnelli... and, of course, the Muppets! The story follows Kermit and friends as they attempt to “make it” on the great white way, culminating in a Kermit and Miss Piggy wedding…was it for real or just part of the show?
Gonzo puppeteer Dave Goelz and Frank Oz discuss the challenges and charms of bringing the Muppets to the streets of New York City.
The online event will be held this Saturday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m. EST. Please RSVP here. Instructions for joining the live event will be sent by email.
While this event is free, we hope you will consider supporting the Museum with a donation. MoMI's entire staff is doing its best to continue fulfilling its mission without a building. This comes with both opportunities to experiment but also with profound challenges to our operations. Your support is critical in ensuring the vitality of our work, which you have come to value. Suggested donation: $10. Donate here.
But that's not all, Dave Goelz will also be a part on an online Q&A brought to you by The Walt Disney Family Museum the night before.
In keeping with our mission, The Walt Disney Family Museum is finding new and unique ways to connect to our audience virtually. We are thrilled to announce our new Happily Ever After Hours virtual series with Disney luminaries, including animators, artists, directors, and Imagineers, who will discuss their careers and connections to Walt’s story. Hosted via Zoom webinar, audience members will have the opportunity to submit questions to our special guests in advance and watch them answered live. Grab a refreshment and hear from some of your favorite Disney personalities from the comfort of your home.
The Walt Disney Family Museum is excited to invite you to join Muppeteer Dave Goelz for the second installment of the museum’s newest virtual series, Happily Ever After Hours. From the comfort of your home, join Goelz for stories about his work on hundreds of Jim Henson productions and what it was like to be the hand (and voice) behind some of our most beloved Henson characters, including Boober Fraggle, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Waldorf, and, most famously, The Great Gonzo.
The museum is accepting questions now and will be sharing the live chat with Dave Friday, April 17th at 8:30PM EST.
To join, RSVP on the Walt Disney Family Museumwebsite, and then they’ll send you a link to the Zoom webinar. The conversation will be free, but all participants are encouraged to donate to the museum.
Update: The Walt Disney Family Museum Dave Goelz event is SOLD OUT!
