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| + | The show beings with town crier James Jefferson gathering everyone around him. "JJ" and Sam the Eagles (who is located in a window overhead) then discuss what story they are going to be sharing from American history, which Sam proudly states is the story of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The duo then begins to sing the backstory of the signing of the document, before JJ announces that they are bringing out some friends to help them. | ||
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| + | In the windows above his right shoulder, Kermit, Gonzo, Miss Piggy and Fozzie appear. The group then sings Great Moments in History (But Only the American Parts). After the song, Sam announces that as the official Liberty Square historian he has created tributes to every important moment in American history. The eagle then begins to recite the Deceleration of Independence from memory, before he is interrupted by Kermit, who says that the rest of the gang has some ideas to me Sam's show more entertaining. After the audience votes that the Muppets should help (over Sam's objections), Kermit assures him that they always "do things with dignity". | ||
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| + | At this moment, Gonzo appears in the window to announce that the all chicken chorus is ready to perform "The Cluck Heard Round the World". After Kermit rejects the idea and chases the chickens off stage, he regretfully informs Miss Piggy that since the show is about the Founding Fathers, there is no role for her. Miss Piggy responds by saying "we'll see", before Kermit throws the show back to JJ. | ||
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| + | Finally beginning to tell his story, Sam the Eagle then informs guests that the scene is being set in 1776 Philadelphia. He then introduces Thomas Jefferson (Kermit), John Adams (Gozno) and Benjamin Franklin (Fozzie). Sam says that the delegates are debating the idea of separation from England. After Fozzie and Gonzo say things like "debate, debate" and "argument". Gonzo (still as John Adams) eventually gives reasons for America to declare her independence, Jefferson asks if there is are any arguments in favor of England. As the audience begins to chant "no King George", Miss Piggy appears on stage as King George/Queen Georgette. When Sam objects that King George was not at Congress, Miss Piggy dryly points out that a bear is playing Benjamin Franklin. After the Founding Fathers list their objections, the audience votes to declare independence from Queen Georgette. When Piggy is informed that England looses in the American Revolution, she disappears offstage, only to return seconds later as George Washington. | ||
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| + | Following her return, Jefferson (Kermit) is chosen to write the Deceleration of Independence. Fozzie, Piggy and Gonzo then begin to make a series of ridiculous demands, and the chickens appear on stage to sing again. After Kermit yells at everyone to be quiet. He explains that the deceleration was more then a list of demands, but instead that it was about things that "we all believe in, things that were worth fighting for". He then quotes the beginning of the Deceleration (with the chickens clucking God Bless America behind him). | ||
| + | {{Quotation} We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.}} | ||
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| + | Sam the Eagle is so moved by the performance that he begins to cry. After JJ remarks that he is now the town crier, Sam says "just ring the bell". With a ringing of the bell, the group sings Great Moments in History ending the show. | ||
| + | ===Watch the Show=== | ||
| + | Click below to see the Deceleration of Independence version of The Muppets Present Great Moments in American History: | ||
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===Midnight Ride of Paul Revere=== | ===Midnight Ride of Paul Revere=== | ||
Revision as of 11:13, 15 April 2017
Contents
History
The Muppets Present.. Great Moments in American History was originally announced by Disney on September 23, 2016 [1]. Located above the Heritage House in Liberty Square, the new show features town crier James “J.J.” Jefferson and Sam the Eagle retelling some of America's greatest moments. Joining the duo to "help" put on the show are Muppets: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie, and more. The Muppets Present... Great Moments in American History debuted on October 2, 2016 [2], and has not seen any major changes since.
Plot
Signing of The Deceleration of Independence
The show beings with town crier James Jefferson gathering everyone around him. "JJ" and Sam the Eagles (who is located in a window overhead) then discuss what story they are going to be sharing from American history, which Sam proudly states is the story of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The duo then begins to sing the backstory of the signing of the document, before JJ announces that they are bringing out some friends to help them.
In the windows above his right shoulder, Kermit, Gonzo, Miss Piggy and Fozzie appear. The group then sings Great Moments in History (But Only the American Parts). After the song, Sam announces that as the official Liberty Square historian he has created tributes to every important moment in American history. The eagle then begins to recite the Deceleration of Independence from memory, before he is interrupted by Kermit, who says that the rest of the gang has some ideas to me Sam's show more entertaining. After the audience votes that the Muppets should help (over Sam's objections), Kermit assures him that they always "do things with dignity".
At this moment, Gonzo appears in the window to announce that the all chicken chorus is ready to perform "The Cluck Heard Round the World". After Kermit rejects the idea and chases the chickens off stage, he regretfully informs Miss Piggy that since the show is about the Founding Fathers, there is no role for her. Miss Piggy responds by saying "we'll see", before Kermit throws the show back to JJ.
Finally beginning to tell his story, Sam the Eagle then informs guests that the scene is being set in 1776 Philadelphia. He then introduces Thomas Jefferson (Kermit), John Adams (Gozno) and Benjamin Franklin (Fozzie). Sam says that the delegates are debating the idea of separation from England. After Fozzie and Gonzo say things like "debate, debate" and "argument". Gonzo (still as John Adams) eventually gives reasons for America to declare her independence, Jefferson asks if there is are any arguments in favor of England. As the audience begins to chant "no King George", Miss Piggy appears on stage as King George/Queen Georgette. When Sam objects that King George was not at Congress, Miss Piggy dryly points out that a bear is playing Benjamin Franklin. After the Founding Fathers list their objections, the audience votes to declare independence from Queen Georgette. When Piggy is informed that England looses in the American Revolution, she disappears offstage, only to return seconds later as George Washington.
Following her return, Jefferson (Kermit) is chosen to write the Deceleration of Independence. Fozzie, Piggy and Gonzo then begin to make a series of ridiculous demands, and the chickens appear on stage to sing again. After Kermit yells at everyone to be quiet. He explains that the deceleration was more then a list of demands, but instead that it was about things that "we all believe in, things that were worth fighting for". He then quotes the beginning of the Deceleration (with the chickens clucking God Bless America behind him). {{Quotation} We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.}}
Sam the Eagle is so moved by the performance that he begins to cry. After JJ remarks that he is now the town crier, Sam says "just ring the bell". With a ringing of the bell, the group sings Great Moments in History ending the show.
Watch the Show
Click below to see the Deceleration of Independence version of The Muppets Present Great Moments in American History:
Midnight Ride of Paul Revere
Fun Facts and Trivia
- The show's song "Great Moments in History" was written by Alerie Vigoda and Brendan Milburn [3].
- Tara Anderson serves as the show's set director [3].
- Walt Disney Imagineering worked closely with Muppet Studios during the creation of The Muppets Present... Great Moments in American History [3]
References
- ↑ https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2016/09/the-muppets-present-great-moments-in-american-history-debuts-october-2-at-magic-kingdom-park/
- ↑ https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2016/10/the-muppets-present-great-moments-in-american-history-opens-at-magic-kingdom-park/
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 https://d23.com/the-muppets-make-history-at-magic-kingdom-park/
