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In Loving Memory of Jerry Nelson

August 25, 2012 By Puppeteers of America

We have learned that a dear member of our puppet family has passed away.  Jerry Nelson was known for performing so many of the Henson and Sesame Street characters that have become icons as well as dear friends.  We are saddened by this news, but remember so many of the wonderful characters that he brought […]

Filed Under: Puppet Headlines Tagged With: In Memorium, JIm Henson Company, Muppets, Sesame Street

Sesame Street Seeking Recurring Character

August 14, 2012 By Puppeteers of America

Via SesameWorkshop.org – Male or female actor, 18-25, fluent in Spanish and English, comfortable with multiple Spanish dialects and accents. Good sense of humor. Must sing well. Actor should be comfortable with both physical and improvisational comedy. Actor should be warm, likable and engaging. Must be prepared to sing a cappella in Spanish and English. […]

Filed Under: Puppet Headlines Tagged With: Job Posting, Sesame Street

Sesame Street Movie Gets Green Light

August 2, 2012 By Puppeteers of America

Not sure how we missed this at the end of June, but word on the street is that there is a new Sesame Street movie in the works, and Joey Mazzarino is signed to write the screenplay.  Visit Gawker.com to read the whole article.  

Filed Under: Puppet Headlines Tagged With: Sesame Street

I Am Big Bird – Trailer

July 19, 2012 By Puppeteers of America

The latest trailer for the upcoming documentary about Caroll Spinney.  You can also check out their current Kickstarter campaign here:  http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/472635228/i-am-big-bird?ref=email

Filed Under: Puppet Headlines Tagged With: Documentary, Sesame Street

Jimmy Kimmel Buys an “Oscar” from Billy Crystal

February 26, 2012 By Puppeteers of America

http://www.mefeedia.com/tv/48660449

Filed Under: Puppet Headlines Tagged With: Sesame Street, Television

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