What's inside Jim Henson's once-hidden studio
Summary
Jim Henson's Creature Shop in Queens, New York, has started offering public tours for the first time. Visitors can see how famous puppets like Kermit the Frog and characters from "Sesame Street" are made, meet puppet builders, and watch demonstrations.Key Facts
- The Creature Shop was founded by Jim Henson, creator of the Muppets, in the 1960s.
- It has moved locations several times and has been in Queens since 2009.
- The shop makes puppets and costumes by hand, with skilled artisans working on unique pieces.
- Tours cost $150 per person and last about 80 minutes, happening on Saturdays.
- Visitors can take photos only in a special room with show props; other areas are off-limits due to ongoing work.
- The Muppets are now owned by Disney, while Sesame Street characters have separate rights holders.
- The shop is involved in current projects like a "Fraggle Rock" musical opening near Times Square.
- Past projects include movies like "Where the Wild Things Are" and "Five Nights at Freddy's."
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