The Muppets Present...Great Moments in American History dialogue track. The Muppets Studio and Muppet performers Steve Whitmire, Eric Jacobson, and Dave Goelz provided consultation, as well as recording the voices for their respective characters. Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, and Sam Eagle are featured in the show. A live cast member portrays James "J.J." Jefferson, the town crier who engages the audience in the "Declaration of Independence" sketch. Each show performance features one of the following sketches: The show's development started in the spring of 2014, following the release of "Muppets Most Wanted". Originally, the show was only going to feature Sam Eagle interacting
The Muppets (film) "The result is refreshing on every level, a piece of nostalgia so old it's new again, and a breather from Hollywood's 3-D digital onslaught in favor of fur and fuzz." Christopher Kelly of the "Fort Worth Star-Telegram" stated that the film was "much more than just an affectionate reimagining of familiar Muppets routines, [but it] is rooted in real emotions and characters," and that "they remain as committed as ever to doing what Muppets do best: putting on a grand show." Prior to the film's release, some past Muppet performers were reportedly critical about the film's portrayal of the characters.