EPISODE · Mar 5, 2020 · 35 MIN
How The Muppet Show was Born in Britain
from Distinct Nostalgia · host MIM
Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a messageThe Muppet Show burst onto British TV screens in 1976. The mastermind of US puppeteer, animator & actor Jim Henson, it was actually made a reality with the support of UK media mogul Lew Grade and ATV based in Birmingham & Elstree. It was an instant hit and Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest of the anarchic characters would go on to be shown in 100 different countries. Here MIM's Here Ashley Byrne assembles Gonzo (David Goelz) with Louise Gold (Annie Sue Pig) and Muppet writer Joe Bailey...Distinct Nostalgia is produced by MIM Productions: www.madeinmanchester.tvTwitter @mimproductions@Distinct_byMIMIdeas for shows, documentaries, reunions and even drama should be emailed to [email protected] Distinct Nostalgia Theme Tune is composed by Rebecca Applin and Chris Warner Support the show
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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message The Muppet Show burst onto British TV screens in 1976. The mastermind of US puppeteer, animator & actor Jim Henson, it was actually made a reality with the support of UK media mogul Lew Grade and ATV based in Birmingham & Elstree. It was an instant hit and Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest of the anarchic characters would go on to be shown in 100 different countries. Here MIM...
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