The Jim Henson Company Archives

Philip Balsam, ‘Fraggle Rock’ songwriter, passes at 79

Posted by David Raiklen | Apr 7, 2023 | Obituaries |

Philip Balsam who, along with Dennis Lee, wrote songs and music for Fraggle Rock and many other Henson productions, has died at the age of 79.

FARSCAPE REACHES ITS 24th ANNIVERSARY

Posted by Thaddeus Howze | Mar 21, 2023 | Movies / Video / Theater, The Answer Man |

Twenty-four years ago, one of the most compelling serial-format space operas appeared on American television: Farscape.

Trailer Park: ‘Muppets Haunted Mansion’

Posted by Elizabeth Carlie | Sep 24, 2021 | Movies / Video / Theater, Trailer Park |

on October 8, on Disney+, the beloved brainchildren of Jim Henson will present the world with their versions of the legendary 999 happy haunts that inhabit the Haunted Mansion. Of course, there’s always room for one more.

The Jim Henson Company Honors Founder Jim Henson’s 85th Birthday

Posted by SCIFI.radio | Sep 7, 2021 | Movies / Video / Theater |

This September, fans around the world, and across social media, will honor the 85th birthday of innovative and inspiring puppeteer, director, and producer Jim Henson.