NM Biographer Brian Jay Jones talks about Jim Henson February 23 as part of the Henson Exhibition at the ABQ Museum!

ALBUQUERQUE, NM — Acclaimed biographer Brian Jay Jones showcases the life and work of Jim Henson, from his early television and commercial work, through his work as an avant-garde filmmaker and documentarian, and into Sesame Street, Saturday Night Live, and The Muppet Show. Using a multi-media presentation, including rare video footage, Jones will explore films like The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth, as well as TV fare like The Storyteller and Fraggle Rock.

Jones — who grew up in New Mexico and is a graduate of UNM — will provide some insight into Henson’s little-known New Mexico connections.  Jones is the author of Becoming Dr. Seuss, George Lucas: A Life, Washington Irving: The Definitive Biography, and Jim Henson: The Biography.

The Jim Henson exhibition features a broad range of artifacts related to Henson’s unparalleled career, including more than 20 puppets, character sketches, storyboards, scripts, photographs, film and television clips, behind-the-scenes footage, iconic costumes, and interactive experiences that allow visitors to try their hand at puppeteering on camera and designing a puppet character.

Brian Jay Jones talks 1:00-2:00 pm Sunday, February 23, 2020, at the ABQ Museum.  This talk is Free with general Museum admission.

$5 additional special exhibit surcharge for The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited. No surcharge for children 12 and under. Surcharge applies to all others, including members, and during free days and events at Albuquerque Museum.  You can get Tickets HERE

For more information, visit the ABQ Museum’s Henson Lecture.
The Albuquerque Museum is located at 2000 Mountain Rd NW in Old Town, Albuquerque.
(505) 243-7255