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Mystic Vision Players to Stage A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 2, 2015


In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the beloved PEANUTS animated tale, A Charlie Brown Christmas, the animated special is being rebroadcast and the whole gang is in a new movie. To continue the party, Mystic Vision Players wants you to enjoy the experience LIVE at the Hamilton Stage in Rahway at the Union County Performing Arts Center

VIDEO: Matthew Morrison Performs Original Song 'Just Like Me' on ABC Special
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 1, 2015


The show featured a performance from Broadway's Matthew Morrison of an original song, 'Just Like Me.' Check it out below!

ABC Airs Holiday Classic A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS Tonight
by TV News Desk - Nov 30, 2015


The ABC Television Network will air the beloved Emmy Award-winning PEANUTS special “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” created by late cartoonist Charles M. Schulz in 1965, tonight, NOVEMBER 30

Kristen Bell Hosts ABC's IT'S YOUR 50th CHRISTMAS, CHARLIE BROWN Special Tonight
by TV News Desk - Nov 30, 2015


In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the beloved PEANUTS animated tale, "A Charlie Brown Christmas," Kristen Bell will host a special holiday retrospective, "It's Your 50th Christmas, Charlie Brown," TONIGHT, NOVEMBER 30

BWW Review: A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS at The Coterie
by Alan Portner - Nov 24, 2015


Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the gang delight young audience.

ABC Airs Animated Classic A CHARLIE BROWN THANKSGIVING Tonight
by TV News Desk - Nov 24, 2015


The ABC Television Network will kick off the holiday season with the classic half-hour animated PEANUTS special, “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving,” TONIGHT, NOVEMBER 24 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on ABC.

Millbrook Playhouse Youth Ensemble to Present A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 18, 2015


Millbrook Playhouse (David E. Leidholdt-Producing Artistic Director, and the Board of Directors) is proud to present A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS to be performed by the Millbrook Playhouse Youth Ensemble (MPYE).

ABC to Air Holiday Classic A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, 11/30
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 17, 2015


The ABC Television Network will air the beloved Emmy Award-winning PEANUTS special “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” created by late cartoonist Charles M. Schulz in 1965, on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30

ABC to Air Animated Classic A CHARLIE BROWN THANKSGIVING, 11/24
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 11, 2015


The ABC Television Network will kick off the holiday season with the classic half-hour animated PEANUTS special, “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving,” TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on ABC.

BON VOYAGE, CHARLIE BROWN (AND DON'T COME BACK!!) Debuts on DVD Today
by Movies News Desk - Oct 16, 2015


Grab your passport and pack your bags because the Peanuts gang is going on their first international jaunt in BON VOYAGE, CHARLIE BROWN (AND DON'T COME BACK!!), arriving on DVD for THE FIRST TIME ever today, October 16, 2015 from Paramount Home Media Distribution.

WOB to Kick Off Holiday Season with A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 8, 2015


The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre & Children's Theatre is kicking off its holiday season with a live stage production of A Charlie Brown Christmas. The special holiday Dessert Theatre presentation will have an extremely limited run of three performances only beginning on November 13th and running through November 15th.

THE MIRACLE WORKER, 'MADAGASCAR', Young Playwrights Festival and More Set for The Coterie's 2015-16 Season
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2015


At The Coterie, where there are no small characters, only big ideas and massive talent, the 2015/2016 season of plays selected by Producing Artistic Director Jeff Church aims to deliver engagement for family members of any age. One of the national leaders in producing theatre for youth and family audiences, The Coterie also enriches curriculum for schools looking for excellence in arts education. This coming season, The Coterie will have several productions where young theatre-goers will interact and participate during the performances.

JUNIE B. JONES, THE SNOW QUEEN and More Set for Stages Theatre Company's 2015-16 Season
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2015


As Stages Theatre Company (STC) unveils our 32nd season, we continue our commitment providing high-quality, accessible theatre for young audiences.

Tickets to A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS in Chicago on Sale Friday
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 9, 2015


Broadway In Chicago and Emerald City Theatre have announced individual tickets for A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS by Charles M. Schulz go on sale to the public on Friday, September 11. A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS will play the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) November 14, 2015 through January 3, 2016. Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson and adapted for the stage by Eric Schaeffer by special arrangement with Arthur Whitelaw and Ruby Persson,  A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS will be directed by Emerald City Theatre Artistic Director Ernie Nolan.

BON VOYAGE, CHARLIE BROWN (AND DON'T COME BACK!!) Debuts on DVD 10/16
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 13, 2015


Grab your passport and pack your bags because the Peanuts gang is going on their first international jaunt in BON VOYAGE, CHARLIE BROWN (AND DON'T COME BACK!!), arriving on DVD for the first time ever October 16, 2015

JUNIE B. JONES, THE SNOW QUEEN and More Set for Stages Theatre Company's 2015-16 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2015


As Stages Theatre Company (STC) unveils our 32nd season, we continue our commitment providing high-quality, accessible theatre for young audiences.

Emerald City Theatre to Bring A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS to Broadway Playhouse
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 11, 2015


Broadway In Chicago and Emerald City Theatre are thrilled to announce A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS by Charles M. Schulz will play the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) November 14, 2015 through January 3, 2016. Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson and adapted for the stage by Eric Schaeffer by special arrangement with Arthur Whitelaw and Ruby Persson,  A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS will be directed by Emerald City Theatre Artistic Director Ernie Nolan.

THE MIRACLE WORKER, 'MADAGASCAR', Young Playwrights Festival and More Set for The Coterie's 2015-16 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2015


At The Coterie, where there are no small characters, only big ideas and massive talent, the 2015/2016 season of plays selected by Producing Artistic Director Jeff Church aims to deliver engagement for family members of any age. One of the national leaders in producing theatre for youth and family audiences, The Coterie also enriches curriculum for schools looking for excellence in arts education. This coming season, The Coterie will have several productions where young theatre-goers will interact and participate during the performances.

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2, DISNEY MICKEY MOUSE, And More Win at the ANNIE AWARDS- All the Winners!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Feb 1, 2015


Saturday, January 31 marked the 42nd Annual Annie Awards recognizing the year's best in animation. The black tie event kicked off at 5 p.m. with Red Carpet arrivals and a VIP champagne reception, followed by the awards ceremony at 7 p.m. and after-party immediately following the show. All events were held at UCLA's Royce Hall. Check out all the winners below!

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