NBC Nabs Jim Henson Puppet Comedy

AsThe Muppets prepares striking theaters, NBC is planning some puppet fare that belongs to them. The network is developingTheNew Nabors,only one-camera comedy project that concentrates on a family group that lives in Palm Springs which is aghast utilizing their new neighbors -- a gang of puppets. The project, which arises from Jim Henson Art galleries in colaboration with Universal Television, will probably be put together by 30 Rock executive proudcer John Riggiand John Hoffman, who'll also executive produce alongside Henson Company Boss and Jim Henson's daughter Lisa Henson. Email: Lacey.Rose@THR.com Twitter: @LaceyVRose Related Subjects TV Development