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Make your magic at Sesame Street Live
Read full article: Make your magic at Sesame Street LiveIt is indeed a sunny day when you won’t need to know how to get to Sesame Street, because they are coming to you! All of your favorite characters from Sesame Street including Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie Monster and Abby Cadabby are coming to the Fox Theatre for Sesame Street Live: Make Your Magic.
Bob McGrath, 'Sesame Street' legend, dies at 90
Read full article: Bob McGrath, 'Sesame Street' legend, dies at 90Actor, musician and children’s author widely known for his portrayal of one of the first regular characters on the children’s show “Sesame Street,” Bob McGrath, has died at the age of 90.
The internet’s first feud of 2022 is between Elmo and a pet rock
Read full article: The internet’s first feud of 2022 is between Elmo and a pet rockLook, life as we know it right now is pretty insane. Omicron is raging across the country, it didn’t even feel like 2021 happened and America’s sweetheart, Betty White, is dead.
Jim Henson exhibition opens at the Henry Ford
Read full article: Jim Henson exhibition opens at the Henry FordThe work of American icon Jim Henson -- the mind behind “Sesame Street,” “The Muppet Show,” “Labyrinth,” “Fraggle Rock,” “The Dark Crystal” and more -- will be on display at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.
Here’s how you can meet the muppets in real life
Read full article: Here’s how you can meet the muppets in real lifeKermit, Bert, Ernie, Fozzie, Big Bird - those names alone instantly take you to a place in your mind where the muppets are your friends and taught you lessons as a child you will never forget. Now the man behind, or in this case under, “The Muppets” is being celebrated at The Henry Ford Museum.
The Latest: Robinhood's ad emerges from the time capsule
Read full article: The Latest: Robinhood's ad emerges from the time capsuleThe latest news on Super Bowl commercials. ___10 p.m.Smartphone-based stock market investment service Robinhood bought its Super Bowl spot in December after a successful year, unaware that it was about to make global headlines. Ad___9:45 p.m.Jeep starred iconic singer Bruce Springsteen in his first ever ad promoting the idea of unity. Most brands that have money to spend on Super Bowl ads are already household names, but the big game is also a chance for upstarts to make a big splash. ___7:15 p.m.General Motors used humor in a Super Bowl ad to promote its ambitious push to get more Americans to buy electric vehicles.
'Speak up!' — 'Sesame Street' tackles racism in TV special
Read full article: 'Speak up!' — 'Sesame Street' tackles racism in TV specialNEW YORK – “Sesame Street" has always pressed for inclusion. Sesame Workshop — the nonprofit, educational organization behind “Sesame Street” — will later this month air the half-hour anti-racist special "The Power of We” and hopes families will watch together. The special defines racism for younger viewers and shows how it can be hurtful. “Sesame Street,” which last year celebrated its 50th anniversary, has a history of explaining the world to children, tackling everything from foster care to substance abuse. The latest special comes on the heels of “Sesame Street” contributing to “Coming Together: Standing Up To Racism,” a CNN town hall special in June hosted by Van Jones and Erica Hill.
'We're not alone' - 'Sesame Street' tackles addiction crisis
Read full article: 'We're not alone' - 'Sesame Street' tackles addiction crisis"Sesame Street" introduced its latest muppet, Karli (seen here with Elmo), with the aim of highlighting the stories and unique love of foster families. NEW YORK - "Sesame Street" is taking a new step to try to help kids navigate life in America - it's tackling the opioid crisis. The initiative is part of the Sesame Street in Communities resources available online. "Sesame Street," which began airing in 1969, has a long history of tackling topical issues in a way approachable to children. "I think it's amazing that 'Sesame Street' is using their platform to share resources to help other women and fathers."
'Sesame Street' heading to HBO Max in 2020
Read full article: 'Sesame Street' heading to HBO Max in 2020Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for HBO(CNN) - "Sesame Street" is heading to WarnerMedia's new streaming service, HBO Max. Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind the series, will produce five new 35-episode seasons for HBO Max starting in spring of 2020, WarnerMedia announced Thursday. HBO Max will also air annual "Sesame Street" specials and four new related series including a late night TV talk show called "The Not Too Late Show with Elmo." HBO Max subscribers will also have access to the 50-year library of the show. This landmark deal perfectly illustrates the type of quality programming HBO Max will offer across every demographic."
Many children who watched ‘Sesame Street’ performed better in school, study says
Read full article: Many children who watched ‘Sesame Street’ performed better in school, study saysIf you’ve listened closely to the dialogue on “Sesame Street” in recent years, you might have thought to yourself, “Man, this is on point. Here’s a show that really gets it.”
'Sesame Street,' Sally Field to be honored by Kennedy Center
Read full article: 'Sesame Street,' Sally Field to be honored by Kennedy CenterSesame Workshop via CNNWASHINGTON (CNN) - Big Bird and a big name in acting will be among those on hand when the Kennedy Center celebrates this year's honorees. R&B group Earth, Wind & Fire, actress Sally Field, singer Linda Ronstadt, "Sesame Street" and conductor and musical visionary Michael Tilson Thomas were named the 2019 honorees on Thursday. "Sesame Street" is the first television program to receive the honor. "In this class of Honorees, we are witnessing a uniquely American story: one that is representative of so many cultural touchstones and musical moments that make our nation great," said Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter in a statement. "The 42nd Annual Kennedy Center Honors" will air on December 15 on CBS.
Meet the fresh face of autism awareness: Julia, from 'Sesame Street'
Read full article: Meet the fresh face of autism awareness: Julia, from 'Sesame Street'For fans of Julia, the 4-year-old Muppet with autism on “Sesame Street,” you are in luck. Autism Speaks, a national advocacy organization that sponsors research and conducts awareness activities, has launched a new campaign in conjunction with "Sesame Street" that features Julia and aims to promote early autism screening. The campaign consists of digital, print and resources available in English at ScreenForAutism.org and in Spanish at DeteccionDeAutismo.org. The content highlights the importance of early screening. “There is considerable work to be done in overcoming obstacles that may delay a diagnosis -- the first step toward improved future outcomes,” said Angela Geiger, CEO of Autism Speaks.