Almost a year ago NBC did something that hasn’t been done in a very long time – film a special 100% live on television. That means if someone trips, flubs their lines or drops a prop it would be there for the world to see.
To me that is a scary undertaking. So many things could go wrong (but thankfully didn’t). At the same time I think it’s really cool to see something like that live as it happens. Its like going to Broadway play and watching it in the comfort of your own home.
This holiday season NBC is doing it again. This time with a liver version of the classic tale Peter Pan, appropriately called Peter Pan Live!
Peter Pan Live! airs on NBC on Thursday, December 4, 2014 at 8:00 PM (EST) / 7:00 PM (CST). The show stars Allison Williams, Christopher Walken, Christian Borle and Minnie Driver.
Here is a preview of Peter Pan Live!
I also have some great behind-the-scenes clip you might be interested in as well.
You can find more sneak peeks from Peter Pan Live! here.
In addition there is also a Peter Pan Live! educational study guide to share. Created for educators (but great for parents, too!), this study guide introduces kids to the iconic characters, irrepressible adventures, and inspirational songs from this Broadway classic with activities designed to generate excitement, engagement, and discussion before, during, and after the live broadcast.
I was sent some goodies from NBC to host a Peter Pan Live! viewing party for my family. They sent me some fun items.
- Crocodile puppet
- Pirate hook hands (kid-friendly)
- Pirate swords (kid-friendly)
- Peter Pan hats
- Vial of fairy dust
- Peter Pan Live! lesson plan packet
And a Walmart gift card to pick up snacks, beverages and other goodies.
I LOVE the Fairy Dust! It’s so cute! My teenager daughter is begging me to let her have it but I want it too. So I guess we’ll need to share.
The Crocodile puppet is a lot of fun to play with. It drives my dog crazy! He thinks it’s real. LOL!
I’m thinking about bringing it to work with me and playing with it with the kids. I’m not sure if it’s too scary or not. Most kids wouldn’t think of a crocodile as cute and friendly. We’ll see about that.
The hats came with big red feathers. I’m having a hard time getting the feathers in the hats but I hope to have them put together before Thursday.
My kids are a bit too old for the swords and hook hands, but they will be fun to goof around with during the show. I’m sure they’ll be taking plenty of fun selfies with them. HOWEVER… I can’t find the swords anywhere. I have a feeling my kids have already been taking pictures with them. As soon as I track them down I’ll up load those photos too.
I’ll be live tweeting on Thursday night during the airing of the show. I hope you’ll join me. The official hashtag is #PeterPanLive.
If you would like to connect with Peter Pan Live! here are all the social media links.
PETER PAN LIVE!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nbc
Twitter: https://twitter.com/nbc #PeterPanLive
Google+: https://plus.google.com/+NBC
Instagram: http://instagram.com/nbctv
Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/nbctv/
Tumblr: http://nbctv.tumblr.com
What do you think about the show? Do you plan on watching it with your family? Feel free to share your thoughts.
Kimberly
*I received free party supplies and a gift card compliments of Walmart to purchase snacks in exchange for my participation. There was no other compensation. The opinions expressed are my own and not influenced in any way.