New apple TV - how do you stream if all your content is on a laptop?

I'm currently using the older Apple TV and have all my content on its hard drive. I want to upgrade to the new Apple TV for the Netflix feature. The problem is that all my content is on my Macbook Pro and I don't want to keep it on all day for streaming. I need access to all my iTunes music, photos and videos.
Is there any other solution aside from keeping the laptop open all the time? Is there any way to stream with the laptop on but the screen closed? Or is there any way to utilize my Apple router+external backup drive somehow?

A MacBook Pro can run with the screen closed without problems. Unlike the old iBooks, MacBooks do not vent significant heat through the keyboard. An MBP needs to have an external monitor, keyboard and mouse to run with the screen closed, though, which may make it impractical for you.
Regards.

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