The Muppets “World of Color Happiness!” Preshow Coming to Disneyland!

Disneyland is getting ready to celebrate the parks 70th anniversary and have recruited The Muppets to be part of the festivities!

According to the Disney Parks Blog a new “World of Color Happiness!” show is coming to Disney California Adventure Park.

Below is the official announcement:

This all-new “World of Color” show is inspired by Walt Disney’s words from the opening day park dedication from seven decades ago: “To all who come to this happy place… welcome!”

This nighttime spectacular will explore “happy” through a kaleidoscope of emotions, hosted by Joy and the other Emotions from the hit Pixar Animation Studios films “Inside Out” and “Inside Out 2.” Along the way, the Emotions manifest music and moments from other favorite Pixar Animation Studios’ stories, including “Turning Red” and “The Incredibles,” as well as Walt Disney Animation Studios’ stories, including “A Goofy Movie,” “Tangled,” “Encanto” and so many more.

“World of Color Happiness!” will transform Paradise Bay with a brilliant array of signature fountains, dynamic lighting, colorful lasers, fog and dramatic flame effects, painting musical memories with all the wonder that only “World of Color” can create.

The show is an interactive joyride where guests are encouraged to sing and dance along. In addition to featuring classic Disney songs and other iconic favorites, Boyz II Men will lend their legendary R&B vocals in a rendition of “Rainbow Connection,” and FITZ — frontman and namesake of multi-platinum hitmakers Fitz and the Tantrums — will debut a new original song just for “World of Color” titled “Makes Me Wanna Move.”

By journey’s end, you’ll discover that happiness is made up of many different emotional colors, and Disneyland Resort is the magical place at the end of the rainbow where all those colors come together.

But that’s not all … the fun starts even before “World of Color” begins with a special message from some familiar faces. With the guidance of Joe the Legal Weasel, more than a dozen of The Muppets will deliver their message through vivid projections and expressive fountains ahead of the show.

That's right, The Muppets kick off the "World of Color” who "with the guidance of Joe the Legal Weasel, more than a dozen of The Muppets will deliver their message through vivid projections and expressive fountains ahead of the show." 

The best part? You can see The Muppets then go on all the rides while everyone else is preoccupied with the main show! Now that's happiness. 

RIP David Johansen (1950 - 2025)

David Johansen, who often performed under the stage name Buster Poindexter, has died.

The singer, songwriter, and comic actor guest starred in the "Video Tape" episode of The Jim Henson Hour in 1989.  

Johansen was was the lead singer of punk group the New York Dolls before becoming pop/ lounge singer Poindexter. Perhaps best know for his world wide hit "Hot, Hot, Hot," he performed lesser known hit "All Night Party" with the Muppets. 

He was part of the Saturday Night Live house band during the 1986-87 season and 

played The Ghost of Christmas Past opposite Bill Murray in Scrooged. 

You can read more about Johansen life at Variety. 

David Johansen died after being diagnosed with brain cancer. He was 75.

Henson President Halle Stanford Signs First Look Deal!

Halle Stanford, The Jim Henson Company‘s longtime President of Television, is relaunching her production company, 7 Crow Stories.

According to Deadline, Stanford is embarking on a new chapter in her career as an independent producer and writer. 

She signed a first-look producing deal with The Jim Henson Company, where she has been a producer and executive for the past 30 years.

Through her 7 Crow Stories banner, Stanford will develop a diverse range of live-action and animated projects for The Jim Henson Company, targeting preschool, family, and primetime audiences. Her focus will remain on creating engaging, impactful, and imaginative content across various genres. Upcoming projects include the primetime fantasy series Goblins starring Norman Reedus, the primetime animated series Lore Olympus based on Webtoon’s digital comic, and the animated series Adrenaline Lemmings for older kids. She is also set to develop a future production of Fraggle Rock.

As part of the new deal, Stanford will serve as creator, showrunner, and writer for several Jim Henson Company projects that she has personally developed. One major project is the live-action puppet preschool series Jim Henson’s Wowsabout!, set to begin shooting this summer. Co-created by Stanford and Dorien Davies, the show follows Roxy, a guitar-playing hedgehog, and Ronald, a tree-loving pig, as they explore awe-inspiring wonders like the California Redwoods, a sleepover with the Declaration of Independence, and art museums. Davies and John Tartaglia will serve as Co-EPs and puppeteers for the characters of Roxy and Ronald.

Through her first-look deal, Stanford will continue to collaborate closely with The Jim Henson Company’s CEO, Lisa Henson, who leads the Creative Affairs team, alongside Tara Billik (Vice President of Feature Films), Delaney Shiokari (Director of Primetime Development), Tim O’Brien (Production Executive), John Tartaglia (Creative Supervisor for Fraggle Rock), and an upcoming Vice President of Kids’ Development. Brian Henson and Vince Raisa from Brian Henson Productions will also remain involved in developing the company’s film and TV sl

In her statement to Deadline, Lisa Henson said, “Over her decades of work with The Jim Henson Company, Halle has brought to bear the positive influence that television can have on generations of children and has also dedicated herself to developing her own powerful, inspiring, and joyous creative voice. Through her collaborative producing, thoughtful writing, and dynamic leadership, she has built a strong scaffolding for herself as a showrunner for a raft of productions that reflect her deep understanding and mastery of children’s television.”

Chris Lytton, The Jim Henson Company’s COO and President, added, “Having Halle Stanford apply her talent and experience now as a producer and showrunner broadens our capabilities and strengthens our slate overall, as she will provide concentrated firepower and focus to some of our highest-priority projects.”

Stanford recently executive produced Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, which earned 10 Emmy nominations for its second season, alongside nominations for a PGA Award, WGA Award, Environmental Media Award, and a GLAAD Media Award. Her other EP credits include Emmy winner The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Fraggle Rock: Rock On!, Slumberkins, Harriet the Spy, and PBS Kids series like Sid the Science Kid, Dinosaur Train, and Splash and Bubbles. She was also an EP on Julie’s Greenroom, Pajanimals, and Word Party.

Stanford joined The Jim Henson Company in 1993, working on projects like Muppet Treasure Island, Muppets Tonight, Bear in the Big Blue House, and Farscape. She founded 7 Crow Stories, a company focused on children’s content and rebranding franchises, in 2000, and returned to Henson in 2003, creating over 500 hours of programming seen in 150+ countries and earning 100+ awards.

A 12-time Emmy nominee, Stanford has also been recognized with the Cynopsis Top Women in Media Award, the Corporate Visionary Award, and the Cynopsis Kids !magination Award. She is represented by The Gotham Group.

Muppet Stuff Video: Last Zoloncon at The Fuge!

Join Kurt and I as we dive into the second Zolocon of 2024. But, it's not just any Zolocon; this is the final one held at the historic FUGE building, which used to be an astronaut training facility. We also visit fan-favorite vintage toy store, Joys and Toys.

Get ready to experience the nostalgia, the collectibles, and the unique charm of the event, all while we explore the special atmosphere of the venue that’s made it a standout location for fans and vendors alike. In this special visit, we’ll be looking at everything Zolocon has to offer—whether you’re a die-hard collector or a casual enthusiast. We’ll discover some rare finds, and soak in the energy of a community that’s passionate about all things pop culture. With this being the last Zolocon at FUGE, you won’t want to miss the final chance to witness the magic of this location one last time before the event moves to their new home. So, come along as we give you an exclusive look at this iconic convention. Whether you're a regular attendee or a first-timer, this look a the last Zolocon at the FUGE promises to be a video to remember!

Zolocon's next show is March 1 - 2 at the Valley Forge Casino Resort.

More info:

Zolocon: https://zolocon.com/ The Fuge: https://rentthefuge.com/thefuge/ Joys and Toys: https://www.facebook.com/JoysToysPA/

Be sure to check out even more videos on our Youtube channel.

New The Muppets 70th Ann. Kermit The Frog 1oz Silver Proof Coin!

The New Zealand Mint has a new line of coins called Agora and also a new series of
coins celebrating The Muppets 70th Anniversary.

The first coin in the series is a 1oz Silver proof coin of Kermit's face.

The coin comes in a window box case reminiscent of the classic Muppet Show arches and is one in a series of five.

Below is the official description:

Debuting in 1955 on Sam and Friends, The Muppets—created by Jim Henson and Jane Nebel—have delighted fans for 70 years. This collectible features Kermit the Frog, Henson’s most beloved creation, capturing the heart and charm of The Muppets’ enduring magic. The first collectible out of five in our Disney series celebrating 70 years of The Muppets.

• Made of 1oz 999 pure silver. 

• Legendary mintage of just 1,000. 

• Shaped with vibrant color, the design depicts Kermit and his trademark collar. 

• The coin’s unique serial number is printed on the obverse. 

• Presented in The Muppets-themed packaging with a display window. A Certificate of Authenticity is included on the back. 

• The Public Seal of Niue engraving confirms it as a legal tender coin.

You can order the Agora Kermit coin here. 

SNL Muppet Appearances!

As most fans know, before heading off to make The Muppet Show, Jim Henson's Muppets were featured on Saturday Night Live's first season.

New characters were created for a series sketches called The Land of Gorch. While those characters wouldn't be used again, The Muppet Show and Sesame Street Muppets have made sporadic appearances on SNL since. 

Below are a few:

Weekend Update: Really!?! Pizza Sauce is a Vegetable w/ Kermit the Frog:

    

A Song From SNL: A Christmas Song With The Muppets:

   

Weekend Update: Big Bird on Mitt Romney Ending PBS' Subsidy:

  

Empire's Cookie Meets Cookie Monster on SNL | What's Trending Now (Clip) 

 

Jason Segel and the Muppets Monologue:

  

SNL50: The Anniversary Special airs Sunday at 8pm EST on NBC.

Oscar Trashes Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Oscar the grouch popped up on Jimmy Kimmel Live last night!

Our favorite contrarian was there to meet Kimmel's own personal grouch, Aunt Chippy. You can watch the grouches face off here.