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  1. Phillip

    Radio Alert: Brian Jay Jones and Muppeteer Dave Goelz on The Diane Rehm Show

    This morning at 11 am eastern listen to Muppeteer Dave Goelz and author Brian Jay Jones talk about "Jim Henson; The Biography" on The Diane Rehm Show. Listen live here... http://wamu.org/
  2. Phillip

    Over twenty Muppets donated to Smithsonian's Museum of American History

    Big leagues: The famously histrionic Miss Piggy will appear as part of the permanent American Stories exhibit starting in March alongside such famous showbiz relics as Dorthy's ruby slippers from the Wizard of Oz Puppeteer Fran Brill poses with her character, Prairie Dawn, after Cheryl...
  3. Phillip

    Over twenty Muppets donated to Smithsonian's Museum of American History

    Priceless: Along with Miss Piggy are Muppets Fozzie Bear, Scooter (2nd L), Rowlf (on piano) and Swedish Chef (right). The puppets are among 20 newly donated Jim Henson objects Forgotten relatives: The Muppet named Wilkins was created by Henson in 1957 for the Wilkins Coffee commercials. He...
  4. Phillip

    Over twenty Muppets donated to Smithsonian's Museum of American History

    Roommates: Sesame Street denizens Bert and Ernie will also join Miss Piggy at the Museum of American history Cookie Monster and Grover were were also among the Muppets donated to the Smithsonian on Tuesday. 'They've been tucked away in boxes, and we don't want them to stay in boxes,'...
  5. Phillip

    Over twenty Muppets donated to Smithsonian's Museum of American History

    Moi? Miss Piggy was welcomed into the Smithsonian's Museum of American History on Tuesday, finally joining her amphibian beau Kermit the Frog Donation: The Miss Piggy puppet was gifted to the museum by Muppet creator Jim Henson's daughter Cheryl Henson (left) in a Tuesday ceremony
  6. Phillip

    Over twenty Muppets donated to Smithsonian's Museum of American History

    Miss Piggy Joins Kermit the Frog at the Smithsonian More Than 20 Puppets and Props Donated from the Jim Henson Family September 24, 2013 The National Museum of American History received a new donation of more than 20 Jim Henson puppets and props on the anniversary of his birthday—Sept. 24...
  7. Phillip

    Video: Jim Henson's experimental film "Drums West"

    The Jim Henson Company posted this recently rediscovered treasure today...
  8. Phillip

    Video: Favorite Jim Henson Muppet Moments

    In honor of Jim Henson's 77th birthday today, let's have some fun that Jim would be proud of. Please post a video link of one of your favorite Jim Henson moments or share your favorite Jim Henson story below. Here's the kicker... keep every video or memory unique. So if someone shares "Rainbow...
  9. Phillip

    Henson Biography available for pre-order

    Since release day has arrived, we're moving the discussion here.
  10. Phillip

    Rare 5-foot Igel Swedish Chef Collectible

    Large five foot versions of Statler and Waldorf, Kermit, Piggy and Gonzo were also produced by Igel around the same time. Igel had some amazing plush including the best Rizzo and Statler and Waldorf dolls ever created.
  11. Phillip

    "Jim Henson: The Biography"

    Fans have been waiting more than 20 years for the first biography on Jim Henson's life with full participation and support from Jim Henson’s family and creative partners. He's one of the twentieth century’s most innovative creative artists: the incomparable, irreplaceable Jim Henson. Save off...
  12. Phillip

    Your Thoughts: "Jim Henson: The Biography" by Brian Jay Jones

    Fans have been waiting more than 20 years for the first biography on Jim Henson's life with full participation and support from Jim Henson’s family and creative partners. He's one of the twentieth century’s most innovative creative artists: the incomparable, irreplaceable Jim Henson. Read the...
  13. Phillip

    Lighthouse Island now available on iTunes

    The Jim Henson special Lighthouse Island is now available on iTunes. This was originally produced for The Jim Henson Hour in 1989. Hopefully more Jim Henson Hour features (Living with Dinosaurs and Monster Maker) will be released in the near future. If you download this special be sure to let...
  14. Phillip

    Your Thoughts: Sesame Street Season 44

    The episode for Friday September 20 is... 4405: Simon Says Telly practices for a Simon Says competition. If only it was the return of Simon Soundman. *sigh* If you've seen "Simon Says", please like this post and let us know your thoughts on the new episode.
  15. Phillip

    15 Undeniable Style and Beauty Lessons from Miss Piggy

    Do you have any Miss Piggy beauty lessons you'd add to the list? Please share your thoughts and images below.
  16. Phillip

    15 Undeniable Style and Beauty Lessons from Miss Piggy

    Here's a fun read, espescially for Miss Piggy fans... 15 Undeniable Style and Beauty Lessons from Miss Piggy “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and it may be necessary from time to time to give a stupid or misinformed beholder a black eye.” Did you know that Miss Piggy, in addition to...
  17. Phillip

    Your Thoughts: Sesame Street Season 44

    The episode for Thursday September 19 is... 4404: Latino Festival A street festival celebrates Spanish culture and language. This episode also features the debut of Sesame's new neighbor Mand0... If you've seen "Latino Festival", please like this post and let us know your...
  18. Phillip

    Your Thoughts: Sesame Street Season 44

    Just released, the official Sesame Street Season 44 trailer with never-before-seen clips.
  19. Phillip

    Your Thoughts: Sesame Street Season 44

    The episode for Wednesday September 18 is... 4403: The Flower Show Stinky worries that he won't bloom in time for a flower show. If you've seen "The Flower Show", please like this post and let us know your thoughts on the new episode.
  20. Phillip

    Your Thoughts: Sesame Street Season 44

    The episode for Tuesday September 17 is... 4402: Don't Get Pushy Rosita's excitement at being asked to write the letter of the day on the blackboard at school leads her to push Baby Bear, which doesn't go over well with Baby Bear or Telly, who's the acting teacher. Ryan Dillon's first...
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