The Muppets Mayhem

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The Muppets Mayhem is a series starring Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem for Disney+, released on May 10, 2023. The season consists of ten episodes, which were all released at once on the platform.
The series follows The Electric Mayhem — Dr. Teeth on lead vocals and keyboard, Animal on drums, Janice on lead guitar, Floyd Pepper on bass guitar, Zoot on saxophone, and Lips on trumpet — as they set out to record their first studio album of songs.The Hollywood Reporter "Muppets Mayhem Series a Go at Disney+" by Lesley Goldberg, March 7, 2022
The series culminated with the release of an album featuring original songs and covers.The Barretta Brothers episode 53 at 21:02 The original song "Rock On" serves as the series' theme song.
On November 21, 2023, it was announced the series would not be picked up for another season.Swift, Andy, The Muppets Mayhem Cancelled at Disney+ After One Season, November 21, 2023
==Episodes==
Each episode is referred to as "Track #" and is named after existing songs and albums.
*Track 1: Can You Picture That
*Track 2: True Colors
*Track 3: Exile on Main Street
*Track 4: The Times They Are A-Changin'
*Track 5: Break On Through
*Track 6: Fortunate Son
*Track 7: Eight Days a Week
*Track 8: Virtual Insanity
*Track 9: Drift Away
*Track 10: We Will Rock You
==Characters==
The Muppets are joined by Lilly Singh as Nora, a junior executive for Wax Town Records who oversees the band in their efforts. Additional cast members include Tahj Mowry as Gary "Moog" Moogowski, a super fan of the band who uses his knowledge of the group to aid Nora,Variety ‘Muppets Mayhem’ Disney Plus Series Casts Tahj Mowry Opposite Lilly Singh (EXCLUSIVE) by Joe Otterson, April 5, 2022 Saara Chaudry as Nora's younger sister Hannah, and Anders Holm in a recurring guest role as JJ, a tech entrepreneur and Nora's ex.Variety Disney+ ‘Muppets Mayhem’ Series Casts Anders Holm, Saara Chaudry by Joe Otterson, June 9, 2022
In addition to the six established members of the Electric Mayhem band, the series also features some new Muppet characters. According to Adam Goldberg, "We love the old school Muppets, but, you know, I also think just to have a couple new characters for people to fall in love with is a great thing. So I'm really excited for everyone to meet those new Muppets as well."The Barretta Brothers episode 53 at 40:24 New Muppet characters in the series include Wax Town owner Penny Waxman, and Dr. Teeth's parents Tina and Gerald Teeth.
Apart from the main Muppet performers, performers David Bizzaro and Stephanie D'Abruzzo were singled out in press releases as "guest stars" and receive alphabetical billing with the human guests for episodes where they have prominent roles (as Gerald and Tina).Disney+ Debuts Official Trailer For ‘The Muppets Mayhem’ April 12, 2023
The series also features many cameo guest stars.
==Cast==
;Human
*Lilly Singh as Nora Singh
*Saara Chaudry as Hannah Singh
*Tahj Mowry as Moog
*Anders Holm as JJ
;Muppet Performers
*Bill Barretta as Dr. Teeth 
*Leslie Carrara-Rudolph as Penny Waxman
*Dave Goelz as Zoot
*Eric Jacobson as Animal
*Peter Linz as Lips
*David Rudman as Janice
*Matt Vogel as Floyd Pepper
*David Bizzaro as Gerald Teeth Sr.
*Stephanie D'Abruzzo as Tina Teeth
:Supporting Muppet Performers: David Bizzaro, Jordan Brownlee, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Alice Dinnean, Bradley Freeman Jr., Donna Kimball, Tim Lagasse, Bruce Lanoil, Drew Massey, Sarah Sarang Oh, Michael Oosterom, Nicolette Santino, Stoph Scheer, Michelan Sisti, Art Vega, Alex Villa, Russ Walko
==Notes==
*This is the first Muppet series, featuring the cast of characters established by The Muppet Show, to not feature Kermit the Frog. Other mainstays such as Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and Gonzo also do not appear. The only other established Muppet characters to appear are Statler and Waldorf, who make a minor cameo in the series finale. Cameos for Kermit and Piggy were considered, but ultimately the creative team decided against it.Gizmodo: The Muppets Mayhem Creators on Blending Heart, Humour, and Rock ‘n’ Roll
==Credits==
*Music and Score Produced by Mick Giacchino
*Executive Music Producer: Linda Perry
*Producer: Matt Sohn, Michael Steinbach
*Co-Executive Producer: Jeff Yorkes, Hannah Friedman, Julie Bean
*Executive Producer: Leigh Slaughter, David Lightbody, Kris Eber, Michael Bostick, Bill Barretta, Adam F. Goldberg
*Developed by Bill Barretta & Adam F. Goldberg & Jeff Yorkes
*Co-Producers: Dave Lifshin, Donielle Muransky
*Story Editor: Crystal Shaw
*Writers: Bill Barretta, Adam F. Goldberg, Jeff Yorkes, Julie Bean, Hannah Friedman, Donielle Muransky, Hans Rodionoff, Gabriela Rodriguez, Crystal Shaw
*Directors: Robert Cohen, Kimmy Gatewood, Matt Sohn
*Director of Photography: Craig Kief, ASC
*Songs Written and Produced by Linda Perry
*Theme Song Written by Hannah Friedman and Daniel Pinnella
*Songs Written and Produced by Ed Mitchell and Steve Morrell, Brain Mazzaferri, William Prokopow, and Packy Lundholm, Gabriel Mann and Jeannie Lurie, Nicholas C. Rowe
*Vocals Produced by Ed Mitchell and Steve Morrell, Eldad Guetta
;Workshop Credits2023 Children's and Family Emmys Press Release
*Muppet Designer: Paul Andrejco, Lauren Attinello
*Muppet Designer & Stylist: Dani Iglesias
*Costume Designer: Keri Smith
*Muppet Builders: Mary Brehmer, Matt Brennan, Michael Bush, Steph Cathro, Isabelle Dufour, Henri Ewaskio, Jon Gellman, Peter MacKennan, Daniel Martin
*Muppet Costumers: Bethany Barton, Zachary Bilemdjian, James Helvin, Sarah Lafferty, Veronica Manoyanm, Danielle Obinger, Keri Smith, Sally Thomas
*Muppet Workshop Supervisor: Jane Gootnick
*Muppet Wranglers: Gretchen Crookes, Alex "Jurgen" Ferguson, Tim Lagasse, Peter MacKennan, Russ Walko, Stacey Weingarten 
*Assistant Muppet Wrangler: Rachel Burson
==Production==
In the wake of the Mayhem's performance at the Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival in 2016, Bill Barretta began developing a series pitch about the band going on a world tour. He was eventually paired with Adam F. Goldberg and Jeff Yorkes, who were separately pitching a series based around the band. The two factions then began working together on one, unified production.The Muppets Mayhem Panel at New York Comic Con 2022
Filming for the series began on April 25@JeffYorks on Twitter April 24, 2022Matt Vogel on Facebook and wrapped on August 5, 2022.@JeffYorks on Twitter August 5, 2022 Shooting locations included the RMS Queen Mary@peterlinz on Instagram July 20, 2022 and the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles.@wileydailey on Instagram August 2, 2022
Each episode runs approximately thirty minutes, with the production team looking at the series as a five hour movie narrative.The Barretta Brothers episode 53 at 39:14
==Promotion==
On September 9, 2022, a single of "Can You Picture That?" tied to the eventual series album was released. This recording was originally produced for the band's performance at the Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival in 2016 (and subsequently released as a Sing-Along music video in 2018).
The Electric Mayhem appeared live the following day at the D23 Expo to perform the song and plug the series as a part of the "Disney’s Epic Entertainment Showcase: The Musical: The Extravaganza!" event. Later that afternoon, Floyd, Janice, and Animal participated in the "Meet the Muppets: The Muppets Mayhem Conversation" panel moderated by Tahj Mowry.
A panel for the series was held at New York Comic Con on October 9, featuring cast members Lily Singh, Tahj Mowry and Saara Chaudry, and creators Adam F. Goldberg, Jeff Yorkes and Bill Barretta. Floyd and Animal appeared with a pre-taped message to introduce the first publicly-screened footage from the series.
The series was also plugged during Animal's appearance at the 2022 Game Awards on December 8.
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==Merchandise==
Following the release of The Muppets Mayhem, D23, Disney's official fan club, released a line of exclusive merchandise for members, including clothes, a mug, buttons, plush, and more.
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==International dubs==
Muppets Mayhem Chinese.jpg|布公仔樂隊 (Chinese)
Muppets Mayhem Czech Mupetí mela.jpg|Mupetí Mela (Czech)
Muppets Mayhem Japanese.jpg|ザ・マペッツ・メイヘム (Japanese)
Muppets Mayhem Portugal.jpg|Os Marretas: Electric Mayhem (Portuguese)
Muppets Mayhem Brazil.jpg|Muppets e o Caos Elétrico (Brazilian Portuguese)
Muppets Mayhem Slovak.jpg|Muppeťàcka Mela (Slovak)
==Awards==
Won
*Golden Trailer Awards
**Best Animation/Family Poster for a TV/Streaming SeriesAwards Radar - Winners Announced for The 2023 Golden Trailer Awards June 30, 2023
*Clio Entertainment Awards
**Gold Award for "The Muppets Mayhem Trailer"Clios.com
*Children's and Family Emmy Awards
**Outstanding Children's or Family Viewing Series
*2024 Kidscreen AwardsKidscreen Awards Press Room
**Best New Series - Kids Programming
**Best Live-Action Series - Kids Programming
Nominated
*Children's and Family Emmy Awards
** Outstanding Puppetry Performance - Eric Jacobson as Animal/Baby Animal
**Outstanding Puppet Design and Styling
** Outstanding Directing for a Single Camera Program
** Outstanding Editing for a Single Camera Live Action Program
** Outstanding Casting for a Live Action Program
*Kids' Choice Awards 2024
**Favorite Kids TV Show
**Favorite Female TV Star - Lilly Singh
==Sources==
==See also==
*The Muppets Mayhem pitch meeting
*The Muppets Mayhem promotion
*The Muppets Mayhem (soundtrack)
==External links==
*The Muppets Mayhem on Disney+
*The Barretta Brothers: Ep #53 Muppets Mayhem! with Adam F. Goldberg, Jeff Yorkes, Michael Bostik, and Kris Eber
*Entertainment Weekly: The Muppets Mayhem is ready to jam in first look at series focused on the Electric Mayhem
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