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Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 083 — Kevin Carlson on Timmy the Tooth + SAGAFTRA Puppetry NegotiationsWE. ARE. BACK! We’re joined by Kevin Carlson, creator and star of the iconic 90’s video series Timmy the Tooth. Kevin is also known for his work on projects including The Mr. Potato Head Show, Imagination Movers, Crank Yankers, and The Muppets. Additionally, he is a co-chair of the SAG/AFTRA Puppeteers Committee, which fights to ensure fair contracts for professional puppeteers. We talk to Kevin about the responsibility of negotiating for fair wages and residuals for puppeteers, evolving Timmy the Tooth from a live variety show to a major TV program, and his fail-safe approach to p...2023-12-131h 31
Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show!Cameron Garrity (Puppeteer/Podcaster) || Ep. 136On this episode of Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, Jake, Chris and Matt are joined by Cameron Garrity. Together, they explore Cameron's career in puppetry, his co-hosting of the Puppet Tears Podcast with Adam Kreutinger, and the cherished memories that shaped his career. Join the fun and dive into the enchanting world of puppets and nostalgia!
Special thanks to our good friend DJ Bob Runkel for connecting us!2023-07-261h 56
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 082 — Larry Guild, the Godfather of Puppet FleeceWe’re joined today by the godfather of puppetry fleece — Larry Guild! Larry’s family-owned company, Hampshire Textiles, manufactured countless styles of fabrics that were distributed throughout the world until 2018. He became a key-player in the puppetry world after meeting Jim Henson at a trade show in the early 1970s and introducing the Muppets to Antron Fleece.. We talk to Larry about his storied career in the textile world, how he persisted through supply shortages to consistently manufacture the fleece, and what it meant for him to play such a unique role in the history of puppetry. Join us for an inc...2022-03-3053 min
This Should Have Been a Phone CallAdam Kreutinger, my GeppettoABOUT THIS EPISODE
Give a job to a busy person and they'll get it done; give a job to my guest Adam Kreutinger and he may turn it into a puppet. Puppeteer, art teacher, father, podcast host, he never stops making art every day.
We talk about creating his YouTube channel, its role in teaching millions of people how to become puppeteers as well as helping him overcome personal struggles.
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Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 081 — Jake Bazel on Winnie the Pooh + Duncan the SkunkWe're back with one of the busiest puppeteers in the industry—Jake Bazel! Star of Disney's Winnie the Pooh Show off-Broadway, which he also wrote and helped to develop, Jake also starred in Paddington Gets in a Jam, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and Jim Henson's Dinosaur Train: LIVE. His on-screen credits include Sesame Street, Helpsters, and Duncan the Skunk and the Big Costume Trunk, which he stars in and created. We talk to Jake about the responsibility of upholding the 95 year legacy of Winnie the Pooh, developing an original character for an innovative in-app video series, and his fail-safe approach to...2022-01-261h 30
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 080 — Little Shop of Horrors on BroadwayWe're celebrating the re-opening of theatre on Broadway and "The 21st Day of the Month of September" with the puppeteer cast of Broadway's Little Shop of Horrors revival — Eric Wright and Teddy Yudain! Together, they perform Audrey II in this production of the Howard Ashman and Alan Menken's cult-classic musical. Outside of the show, Teddy is a working actor and puppeteer, Eric is the owner and head chef at The Puppet Kitchen. Both artists are alumni of the University of Connecticut and the National Puppetry Conference at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center. We'll chat with th...2021-09-201h 47
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 079 — Haley JenkinsOn this week's show we're joined by one of puppetry's rising stars — Haley Jenkins! Haley currently stars in the title role of PBS Kids's Donkey Hodie, based on characters from Mr. Rogers Neighborhood. She has also performed on Helpsters, The Pee Wee Herman Show Live on Broadway, Sesame Street, where where she originated the role of Karli. We talk with Haley about first finding bravery on the stage in high school, how her time in the Disney College Program ultimately led her to Sesame Street, and how all of her experiences in puppetry have informed her work as...2021-09-061h 34
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 078 — Brian Jay JonesHere to discuss his decades as a writer and biographer, Puppet Tears welcomes Brian Jay Jones. He has written best-selling biographies on iconic artists such as Washington Irving, Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss), and George Lucas. His 2013 book, Jim Henson: The Biography was written with the cooperation of the Henson family, who granted Jones unprecedented access to the Henson Archives. We talk with Brian about his journey in creating his acclaimed "book shelf," his admiration for Jim Henson's "creatively restless" work ethic, and how he is forever intertwined with the legacy of his subjects. He also shares the...2021-08-251h 42
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 077 — ToughPigs.comOn this episode, we're celebrating 20 years of ToughPigs.com with the help of Joe Hennes and Ryan Roe! As co-owners of the site, as well as editor-in-chief and head writer, respectively, Joe and Ryan have overseen the evolution of ToughPigs from a little-known fan blog to a robust media outlet for all kinds of Muppet related content. They each host their own podcast for ToughPigs. Joe oversees The Muppet Fan Podcasts with ToughPigs.com, currently celebrating with a retrospective series ToughPigs at 20. Ryan is the host of Movin' Right Along, where he and Anthony Strand re-visit Muppet...2021-08-091h 52
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 076 — Chase WoolnerLet's give a big hand for this week's guest and our ol' pal Chase Woolner! Chase is the owner and operator of Busy Hands studio, where he crafts handmade puppets, pottery, and art supplies. He has worked as an additional Muppet performer on numerous projects including the films The Muppets and Muppets Most Wanted, appearances on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and the 2015 ABC series The Muppets. We talk to Chase about his recent move from LA to Michigan where he works as a full-time visual artist, how a puppetry turned into his first professional gig on...2021-07-261h 35
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 075 — Jim KroupaFor this episode of Puppet Tears, the guys have their yearly check-up with The Godfather of Puppet Tears - Mr. Jim Kroupa. Infamously known for his work as a puppet builder and mech designer, Kroupa has worked on countless films and television shows from Sesame Street and The Muppets Take Manhattan to Helpsters and the upcoming reboot of Fraggle Rock. One program he was heavily involved in - Eureeka's Castle, on which he was a lead character, head builder, and writer - has re-emerged this year, streaming on Paramount Plus. We talk to Jim about his experiences...2021-07-131h 20
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 074 — Hugh PurvesWe're back with a guest who has traveled from galaxies far, far away, to green lands before the Crystal cracked - Hugh Purves! You know him from his work on Solo: A Star Wars Story, Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker, Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, and so much more. He is the owner and operator of the one-stop-online-shop PuppetThings.com. We'll chat with Hugh about the many projects on his expansive C/V, his innovative approach to material use and puppet building, and what he's learned while on the sets of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters...2021-06-281h 33
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 073 — Stacey GordonOn this week's show we're joined by the one-and-only Stacey Gordon. Stacey is the founding owner of Puppet Pie, a puppet building art studio in Phoenix Arizona. She is also a performer on Sesame Street, where she has performed Julia, the first Muppet character with Autism, since 2015. We talk with Stacey about how her early love for dolls and toys lead to an interest in theatre, growing her business from an Etsy shop to an international arts programming, and the series of events that lead her to Sesame Street. Tune in for a truly inspirational chat full...2021-06-141h 41
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 072 — Jamie BresslerOn this episode, we have an animated discussion with the one-and-only Jamie Bressler! An absolute power-house puppet builder, Jamie has built characters and props for the Jim Henson Company, Saturday Night Live, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, and beyond. Her own work has earned her Comic-Con and Internet fame, creating on-model puppet versions of Disney and Pixar characters. We talk to Jamie about how her training as a scenic designer evolved into a passion for puppetry, skills she learned from Puppet Kitchen and Bob Flanagan's Den Design Studio, and the experience of seeing her builds come to life...2021-05-171h 18
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 071 — Street GangHere to discuss their critically renowned documentary Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street, Puppet Tears welcomes the film's producers Trevor Crafts and Ellen Scherer Crafts. Their movie, based on Michael Davis's 2008 book Street Gang: The Complete History of Sesame Street, was an official selection at the 2021 Sundance Film festival, is in theaters now, and is available on-demand Friday, May 7. We talk with Trevor and Ellen about their journey in creating the acclaimed film, the unique challenges that came with unearthing over 55 years of Sesame Workshop archives, and how their appreciation for Sesame Street's legacy has...2021-05-031h 12
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 070 — Fergie L PhilippeIt's time to meet our very special guest Fergie L Philippe to Puppet Tears podcast! Fergie is an accomplished musical theatre actor best known as Hercules Mulligan and James Madison in Hamilton on Broadway. Fergie is rocketing his way towards a career in puppetry as well and is host of the new podcast It's Time to Meet the Muppets on Broadway Podcast Network. We talk to Fergie about his early love for puppetry pointing him towards a career in musical theatre, how his appreciation for the All-American Musical morphed upon joining it's second touring production, and where...2021-04-191h 35
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 069 — Madison J. CrippsFor this episode of Puppet Tears, the guys are joined by one of their best friends in the world of puppetry - Madison J. Cripps. Known around the world for his boisterous approach to busking, Madison is the founder of Cripps Creations (formerly Cripps Puppets). He has performed marionettes at venues across the United States, including multiple National Puppetry Slams. He received a UNIMA citation of excellence for his work on Billy the Liar in 2015. We talk to Madison about his unique method for developing characters, how to weather the critique process, and what he learned from the power-house...2021-04-051h 29
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 068 — Warrick Brownlow-PikeWe're back with one of the hardest working puppeteers in the business - Warrick Brownlow-Pike! You know him from his work with CBeebies as Oucho Cactus and Dodge the Dog, performing Marion the Cat on BBC 2's Mongrels, a lead performer and puppet captain on Netflix's Dark Crystal Age of Resistance, and performing Gonger on Sesame Street. We'll chat with Warrick about the many projects on his expansive C/V, how different productions called for him to access different performance techniques, and what it's like to create and star in an original Sesame Street segment. Join us for a...2021-03-151h 35
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 067 — Phil FletcherOn this week's show we're hopping across the pond to chat with a real puppetry work horse: Phil Fletcher. Phil has been performing Hacker the Dog live on CBBC nearly every day for over twelve years. He is the prolific puppet builder and cabaret performer behind his original troupe 'The Gluvets.' Phil has also appeared as an additional performer in numerous television programs, including Netflix's Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. We talk with Phil about his early aptitude for puppet construction, the benefits and challenges of performing on live television, and his non-stop drive to create original, truly...2021-01-271h 22
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 066 — Chris Thomas HayesWelcome to 2021! We're kicking off the year with Chris Thomas Hayes, the rising star who has performed Hoots the Owl on Sesame Street since 2019. Chris is a member of the Sesame Workshop mentorship program for new puppeteers, and has worked with the Center for Puppetry Arts and Madcap Puppets. He is also an accomplished human actor on both stage and screen. The guys talk to Chris about how he made the switch from theater to monitor-style puppetry, the power of representation in media, and the responsibility involved in taking on a legacy character on Sesame Street. Tune in for...2021-01-131h 27
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 065 — Debra SpinneyThe Cheers to Puppeteers series comes to a close with a very special guest - Debra Spinney. Affectionately known as "Mrs. Big Bird", Deb is the wife of the late Caroll Spinney who brought life to Big Bird and Oscar on Sesame Street for 50 seasons. In addition to being Caroll's manager, she traveled the world with the iconic show and pitched story-lines which became some of Sesame Street's most historic moments. We talk to Debbie about her path that brought her to working for the Children's Television Workshop in 1972, how her life changed after falling in love with Caroll...2020-12-261h 27
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 064 — Dave GoelzIn our penultimate installment of Cheers to Puppeteers, we're talking to Dave Goelz - the legendary performer who created and still portrays some of The Muppet Show's most iconic characters, including Gonzo the Great, Bunsen Honeydew, Zoot, Beauregard, and more. He has recently reprised the roles of Boober Fraggle and Uncle Traveling Matt for Apple TV+'s Fraggle Rock: Rock On, which was filmed during the COVID-19 lockdown. We talk to Dave about coming into puppetry from his first career as an industrial designer at IBM, rising to stardom with Gonzo in The Muppet Show and The Muppet Movie...2020-12-231h 31
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 063 — Richard TermineIn a very special installment of Cheers to Puppeteers we have an incredible mentor to both Adam and Cam - Richard Termine. Richard is a prolific arts photographer who has documented behind the scenes of Sesame Street and other Henson productions for nearly 40 years, in addition to working as a builder in the Muppet Workshop throughout the 1980's. Richard is one of the founders of the National Puppetry Conference at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center; his photography is also regularly featured in the arts' section of The New York Times. We talk to Richard about his early...2020-12-091h 36
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 062 — Eric JacobsonWe're going whole-hog for this Cheers to Puppeteers as we're joined by Muppet performer Eric Jacobson. You know Eric as the performer behind some of the most iconic Muppet characters, many of which were originated by Frank Oz, including Miss Piggy, Grover, Fozzie Bear, Bert, and many more. Eric also inherited the role of Oscar the Grouch from Caroll Spinney upon his retirement in 2018. Tune in as we talk with Eric about his incredible journey through the world of puppetry, from discovering his talent as a mimic at a young age, learning to perform marionettes at some of New...2020-11-251h 31
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 061 — Vince AnthonyCheers to Puppeteers continues the founder of the Center for Puppetry Arts - Vincent Anthony! Vince was the Executive Director of the Center from 1978 until December 2019, where he oversaw every aspect of the organization - from its award-winning performances to its world-renowned collection of puppet objects. He is also the co-founder of the Vagabond Puppet company and continues to serve the Center as an executive advisor. We talk to Vince about how the Center continues to educate and entertain during the COVID-19 pandemic, what it takes to develop a main-stage puppet show from beloved children's literature, and...2020-11-111h 16
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 060 — Barnaby Dixon On a special Halloween-drop of Puppet Tears, Barnaby Dixon returns to the show, following his spell-binding appearance in Netflix's Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance and his YouTube channel reaching one million subscribers. Barnaby is best known for performing small, meticulously designed puppets that went viral back in 2016. He got his start in stop-motion animation and is now moving into directing puppets for theater. We catch up with Barnaby about how his career has continued to progress since we spoke with him in August 2018, bringing his signature approach to puppetry into the iconic world Jim Henson's and Brian Froud's The...2020-10-311h 22
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 059 — Bonnie EricksonIt's time to Cheers to Puppeteers! Our guest this week is Bonnie Erickson, whose unparalleled talent has helped define the Muppets' signature look on screen, in toys and merchandise, and on exhibition with The Jim Henson Legacy. Bonnie served as the head of the Muppet Workshop through the first season of The Muppet Show where she designed the original Miss Piggy, Statler, and Waldorf. Her own firm Harrison/Erickson went on to design and market brands such as Nutella, Budweiser beer, McDonald's, and various sports teams. Bonnie dazzles us with stories about how creating 99 costumes for a...2020-10-281h 36
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 058 — Michael CurryThe Cheers to Puppeteers keep on coming! We're joined this time by Michael Curry whose firm Michael Curry Design has created the legendary puppet and scenic designs behind some of the world's most iconic productions. You know his work from Disney's The Lion King on Broadway, Cirque du Soleil, Shrek on Broadway, Lake of Dreams in Las Vegas, multiple Olympics opening ceremonies, and so much more. We talk to Michael about his upbringing in a religious commune until the age of 18, discovering the joys of theater while working with Julie Taymor and Robert Lepage, and how a halloween...2020-10-141h 36
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 057 — Phillip HuberWe're serving up more Cheers to Puppeteers as we're joined this week by marionette master Phillip Huber. You know Phillip from his iconic film performances in Spike Jonze's Being John Malkovitch and Disney's Oz: The Great and Powerful. His theatrical work includes Darling Grenadine, Busker Alley featuring Tommy Tune, That's Christmas featuring Sandy Duncan, and much more. His own production Suspended Animation, a marionette variety show, has been performed worldwide in over 15 countries. Tune in as Phillip takes us through his storied history - from getting black-listed by travel insurance companies, learning all the left-handed roles in Tony...2020-09-301h 44
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 056 — Matt VogelCheers to Puppeteers continues as we chat with Muppet performer Matt Vogel. You know Matt for his starring role as Constantine in the 2014 film Muppets Most Wanted and for performing several legacy Sesame Street and Muppet characters, including Big Bird, Count von Count, Uncle Deadly, Floyd Pepper, and Kermit the Frog. He has a new podcast called Below the Frame where he interviews puppeteers and others in the Muppet Universe. Tune in as Matt shares his journey - from an early love of The Muppet Show, getting to Sesame Street to understudy Caroll Spinney as Big Bird...2020-09-161h 30
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 055 — Fran BrillOur Cheers to Puppeteers series kicks off with the legendary Muppet performer Fran Brill. Fran was the first female puppeteer hired for Sesame Street who brought life to characters such as Prairie Dawn, Zoe, Countess von Backwards, Roxie Marie, and so many more. Other puppetry roles include Saturday Nigh Live, The Muppet Show, and The Jim Henson Hour. She also had an acclaimed acting career away from puppetry, including television appearances on All My Children and Law & Order, and off-Broadway roles, which earned her two Drama Desk Award nominations. We talk with Fran about how her acting career made...2020-09-021h 01
Puppet PodcastEpisode #56 - Cameron Garrity - Puppet PodcastFor the episode #56 of the Puppet Podcast, we're speaking with Cameron Garrity. Graphic designer and puppeteer from Buffalo, NY. Co-Host of the Puppet Tears Podcast with Adam Kreutinger, Cameron have a big passion that he got the chance to present in a TED Talk and he explained how the drawing is key in his practice of puppetry. Enjoy this wonderful interview with this experienced podcaster. #PuppetPodcast #Puppetshow #Puppetry #Puppeteer #CameronGarrity #CaroBD #PuppetTearsPodcast
Learn more about him at : ✅FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/camgarrity ✅INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/camgarrity/?hl=fr-ca ✅WEBSITE: https://www.camgarrity.com/ ✅YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/user/thecamerongroup ______________________________
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Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 054 — Alex + OlmstedThis week on Puppet Tears, we're joined by our good friends Alex Vernon and Sarah Olmsted Thomas to talk with us about their storied careers as performance artists. Their theater company Alex & Olmsted has devised many works for stage including Homebodies, Marooned! A Space Comedy, and Milo the Magnificent; the latter two productions were made possibly by grants from the Jim Henson Foundation. We talk to Alex and Sarah about their early influences as performers and how they found puppetry, their process of creating puppetry theater with little or no text, and some great tools to help...2020-08-191h 36
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 053 — Bird Call RadioThis episode of Puppet Tears is definitely for the birds ... by that, of course, we mean the flock behind Bird Call Radio: Calvin Lester and Kelsey Brady. Calvin and Kelsey have each worked as puppeteers at Walt Disney World for over a decade, notably performing in The Muppet's Great Moments in American History and Finding Nemo the Musical. They are the creative power-couple behind Bird Call: The Musical and its accompanying properties. We'll talk with them about their journeys to becoming puppeteers, the highs and lows of performing in the parks system, and using what they've learned...2020-08-051h 31
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 052 — Cedwan HooksWe're going BIG this week, since our guest is a master of costume characters both inside and out! Cedwan Hooks is a puppeteer for screen and stage who you can see on Slugs and Bugs, Moon and Me, and Doom Patrol, plus a wrangler on a number of television series, including Sesame Workshop's Helpsters on Apple TV+. He is also the owner of Creatures Inspired, his own LLC where he designs, builds and consults on professional puppetry projects, including the Dreamworks Experience in Macau. Tune in for this awesome conversation ranging from Cedwan's early love for Barney...2020-07-221h 34
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears LIVE a palooza! Puppeteers of Color ConversationsPuppet Tears LIVE!!! This is going to be an exciting chat with David, Liz, and Christopher who are premiering the Puppeteers of Color Conversations next week. We'll learn about what audiences can expect and what they hope to achieve with this innovative programming. This is one Puppet Tears LIVE-a-palooza you won't want to miss!!!2020-07-181h 00
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 051 — Jean Marie Keevins is backJean Marie Keevins is back again on Puppet Tears for an exciting part-two conversation. Jean Marie is the founder of Little Shadow Productions, a full-service production company where she has devised work such as Elephant in the Room, Zwerge, and Whiskey Neat. She is also the Associate Artistic Director of the National Puppetry Conference at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center and the Puppet Supervisor for Sesame Workshop's Helpsters on Apple TV+. We'll catch up with Jean Marie to discuss her unique approach to story telling, the responsibilities of working as the puppet supervisor of a new television franchise...2020-07-081h 30
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 050 — Jim KroupaBack for a THIRD time to help us celebrate two years and 50 episodes of Puppet Tears, we have the one and only Jim Kroupa! Jim is a life-long puppet artist, best known for his mastery of puppet mechanics, performing Batley on Eureeka's Castle, and designing and/or building characters for iconic TV programs like Whimzy's House, Between the Lions, and The Book of Pooh. Most recently, he can be found performing in Sesame Workshop's Helpsters on Apple TV+. We catch up on some of his latest projects, including an inside look (literally) at his ever-growing cast of...2020-06-241h 32
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 049 — Beccy HendersonAnother world, another time - in the age of wonder... Beccy Henderson decided she would become a puppeteer. Beccy is the incredibly talented performer behind Deet in Netflix's The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, and also appeared in Pajanimals, That Puppet Game Show, and Wildwoods. She also appears as a human actor in another Netflix series, Derry Girls. We talk to Beccy about her journey from an early fan of creature movies like Gremlins, to a serendipitous invitation for a puppeteer workshop at Northern Ireland's Sesame Street co-production Sesame Tree, and eventually ending up as a main character in...2020-06-101h 02
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 048 — Martin Robinson returnWe're finishing up Fan Appreciation Month with an incredible visit from our friend Martin Robinson. Martin is the legendary puppeteer you know from Sesame Street, Little Shop of Horrors, and the new show from Sesame Workshop and Apple TV+ Helpsters where he performs Mr. Primm. His Halloween-horror musical-comedy All Hallows Eve had its first off Broadway run last October. As a returning guest, Martin catches up on various developments since our last conversation including filming content for Sesame Street and Helpsters from his home, his process for accessing the characters he performs, and what it meant to...2020-05-271h 44
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 047 — Ingrid HansenThis episode is sure to have a lot of Heart ... 's performer from Apple TV+'s Helpster - Ingrid Hansen! Ingrid is an incredibly talented Canadian puppeteer who has performed on programs such as Tiga Talk, Miss Persona, and Princess Sparkly Butt and the Hot Dog Kid. She is also the founder of SNAFU Dance Theatre and leads theater programs for incarcerated people in a Canadian prison system. We'll talk with Ingrid about her breakout role as Heart in Sesame Workshop's Helpsters and how she had prepared for that role - from preparing for early auditions, performing...2020-05-201h 15
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 046 — Kirk ThatcherWhat does Star Wars, Star Trek, Gremlins, and The Muppets all have in common? The inspired influence of this week's guest Kirk Thatcher! Kirk is a prolific creator, writer, designer, director behind Dinosaurs, The Curious Creations of Christine McConnell, and a whole slew of Muppet projects like Muppet Treasure Island, A Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie, and the upcoming Muppets Now coming this summer to Disney+. The guys talk to Kirk about his new endeavor in consulting and brainstorming with aspiring writers and filmmakers. We also discuss coming up through Lucasfilm's ILM, a mentorship under Jim Henson...2020-05-131h 52
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 045 — Pam ArcieroPam Arciero returns to Puppet Tears for an exciting part-two of our ongoing conversation (plus our first guest interview during shelter-in-place). Pam is the veteran Muppet performer best known for her role as Grundgetta Grouch, and is also Artistic Director of the National Puppetry Conference at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center. As our second returning guest, Pam catches us up on what effects COVID-19 is having on this year's puppetry conference, how future seasons of Sesame Street may reflect the pandemic in its curriculum, and the implications that social distancing can have on puppet performing. We also...2020-05-061h 23
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 044 — Adam Kreutinger on the Magic of Making + PuppetryDesperate times continue! Our month of quarantine shows continues with our co-host Adam Kreutinger in the hot seat. Adam is an art teacher and is best known in the puppet community for his weekly YouTube tutorials, creating puppets for screen and stage productions, and live performances throughout Buffalo, NY with The Nimalz puppetry troupe. Cam talks with Adam about growing up as the second oldest of nine children, discovering a love for prop and costume making, and using his skills as a teacher to become an ambassador to the world of puppet building. You'll hear stories about...2020-04-221h 44
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 043 — Cam Garrity#GraphicDesign #Puppetry #Podcast Desperate times call for desperate measures. Since Adam and Cam are trapped in their houses for the time being, they're doing some navel-gazing and interviewing each other! So this week's guest is Cameron Garrity, best known for his TEDxBuffalo presentation The Power of Puppetry, his theater pieces surrounding patient advocacy called Sanity Intact, and for his work as a graphic design - often for puppetry events like The Geppetto and Puppeteer of America Festivals. Adam and Cam discuss the importance of exercises for aspiring puppet writers, how he has transformed personal experiences into works of puppet...2020-04-081h 29
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 042 — James Godwin What does the occult, a talking tongue, and children's television all have in common? This week's guest, James Godwin! Our friend and mentor James is the brilliant mind behind the one-man performances Lunatic Cunning and The Flatiron Hex. He's has worked as a puppet builder and on programs such as The Book of Pooh, Big Big World, Chapelle's Show, Oobi, and many more. He is also a performance coach for the National Puppetry Conference at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center. Don't miss this great conversation about James's evolution from painter, to stand-up and theatre performer, to one of puppetry's foremost...2020-03-251h 26
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 041 — Puppet PeltsHave you ever heard of Antron Fleece? If you're a long-time audience member of Puppet Tears, you probably have... Well, this week our guest is Laurie Nickerson - the Dye Master behind Puppet Pelts - who's here to talk all things textiles as we do a deep-dive into Antr-errr-*NYLON* fleece. We'll discuss how Laurie and her mom came to lead the charge of ensuring puppeteers have the highest-quality materials to build their puppets, origins of the "Muppet fleece" associated with moving-mouth television puppets, and why builders shouldn't be afraid of fabric alternatives like polyester fleece. This is an...2020-03-1152 min
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkWelcome to Puppet Tears Patreon!In June of 2018, Adam Kreutinger and Cameron Garrity created Puppet Tears, a podcast that explores the expansive world of puppetry arts by talking to some of its most fervent contributors. Listener support through Patreon allows us to keep producing the show, reduce out-of-pocket expenses, and allow Puppet Tears to grow with live events and more. Patron benefits include early access to episodes, updates before anyone else, your name on our website, exclusive swag (including an official Cup O' Tears), and more!2020-02-2601 min
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 040 - Couples TherapyWe're celebrating Valentine's Day with two guests AND a guest host! Join two puppetry power couples Derek and Lauren Lux as they chat with Adam and his wife Maria Kreutinger. Derek and Lauren are Las Vegas performers who own and operate DLUX Entertainment and have created multi-media adaptations of Alice in Wonderland and Peter Pan. Together they'll discuss the highs and lows of a life in the puppet world, working in theatre with young children, and what about their partners inspires them most. PLUS Adam and Derek will leave the room and we'll hear their wives have...2020-02-141h 17
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 039 — Terry AngusThis week on Puppet Tears we're talking to Terry Angus, an incredible puppeteer and builder best known for his work on Fraggle Rock, Blizzard Island, and designing the Muppet Master Replica photo puppets. Terry continues to build for the Canadian series M I Understanding and perform his signature character Butch G. Cat, which he created in 1988. We pour over Terry's incredible career -- from recreating the Muppets' most recognizable characters, to navigating his physically demanding job as a puppeteer with Cerebral Palsy. Tune in to hear some great memories from the sets of the 80's most iconic...2020-01-291h 13
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 038 — Dan Becker talks becoming Disney Dan + puppetry podcasts!Our next guest is one half to the dynamic duo behind Getting Felt Up: A Puppetry Podcast with Dan and Nate - Dan Becker! In addition to his contributions to the world of puppet podcasts, Dan has performed in John Tartaglia's ImagineOcean and constructed puppets for stage throughout Pennsylvania. Fans may also recognize him from his YouTube channel where, as Disney Dan, he explores the history and news about all things Disney, LEGO, Star Wars, Marvel, Funko, and more. We're talking to Dan about how he found puppetry, challenges he faced along the way, and lessons learned...2020-01-151h 27
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep.037 — Spencer Lott We're closing out 2019 with a very special neighbor... Mister Spencer Lott! Spencer is an accomplished performer, builder, writer, and director best known for his role as Samuel, Julia's brother on Sesame Street. He was the lead puppeteer and builder on the new film A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, starring Tom Hanks as Mr. Rogers. Spencer talks to us all about taking puppets out of their glass cases in order to create work that affects modern audiences! Tune in to hear his experiences working with Marielle Heller, Tom Hanks, and the Fred Rogers archive to deftly reproduce the...2019-12-181h 34
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkRemembering Caroll SpinneyWe wanted to share our special from January 2019 where we celebrated Caroll Spinney, who died Sunday at the age of 85. Puppet Tears' very first 'Very Special Special' honors the work of Caroll Spinney, the legendary puppeteer behind Sesame Street's Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch, who retired in October. This episode compiles video tributes, letters, fan art, and photos from viewers of all stripes and feathers. Thank you to all those who submitted content - we hope you are happy with the final result! Original release date: January 1, 2019 Hosted by Adam Kreutinger & Cameron Garrity2019-12-0931 min
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 036 — Steve Axtell and a master tour of Axtell Expressions If you've ever tried to buy a puppet online, chances are you've seen the work of this week's guest - Steve Axtell. Steve is a performer, animator, voice artist, inventor, and entrepreneur whose company Axtell Expressions provides professional innovations to help you entertain the world. His creations are used by the likes of Derek Lux, Darci Lynn, Terry Fator, and Shaquille O'Neill. Steve is here to take us on a tour of his sprawling workshop as he regales us with stories of coming up as a young puppeteer through the highs and lows of owning his own company...2019-12-041h 10
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 035 — Carmen OsbahrWe're not sure if you've heard... but Sesame Street is celebrating a pretty significant milestone this month. As the show marks its 50th anniversary, we're talking to Carmen Osbahr, the puppeteer behind Rosita and Ovejita who has been a Muppet performer for over 30 years. Tune in as we discuss Carmen's coming of age as a television puppeteer in Mexico City, Mexico, her mentorship under Kermit Love, and finding her voice (and new language) on Sesame Street. Carmen will also share her experiences working with the USO and military families, going back to Mexico as an established puppeteer...2019-11-131h 28
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 034 — Tim LagasseBrace yourself, friends because this episode's about to face-slam you right in the puppet brains! Our guest is none other than Tim Lagasse, who you'll recognize as the Crash on Disney XD's Crash & Bernstein, Mr. Cook on Nick Jr.'s Allegra's Window, and many, many more. You can see his work on the new Apple TV+ series Heplsters, where he performs the character Scatter and is the puppet captain for the show. He is also the proud owner of website "www.TimLagasse.com" Tim is here to talk us through the many highlights of his career...2019-10-301h 49
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 033 — Steve Whitmire This week on Puppet Tears we're talking to Steve Whitmire, one of the Muppet world's living legends, best known for performing Kermit the Frog, Ernie, Beaker after the deaths of Jim Henson and Richard Hunt, as well as originating his own characters Rizzo the Rat, Wembly Fraggle, Bean Bunny, and many more! Steve is now launching a live web show called Cave In, which is his first major puppet forget following his firing from The Walt Disney Company in 2016. We leave no stone unturned as we talk to Steve about his storied career as a Muppet performer...2019-10-161h 50
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 032 — Bart RoccobertonThere are certain individuals throughout puppet history whose work and influence create an indelible impact on the art form. One such person is our guest this week: Bart Roccoberton. Bart is the director of the Puppet Arts program at the University of Connecticut, founder of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's Institute of Professional Puppetry Arts and National Puppetry Conference, and helms his own company Pandemonium Puppets. Listen in as we hear Bart's story, from his early days as a traveling rock musician to forming an educational philosophy during his tenure at UCONN. You'll also learn about some...2019-10-021h 35
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 031 — Sarah NolenThis week on Puppet Tears, we're joined by our good friend Sarah Nolen to talk with us about her storied career as a puppeteer and filmmaker. Currently the artist in residence at the Puppet Showplace Theater in Brookline, MA, Sarah has an incredible background devising works that challenge the boundaries of puppetry both on stage and screen. We'll talk to Sarah about her early interest in filmmaking, developing her production chops while moonlighting as an improviser, and eventually directing her own television pilot Treeples for her MFA capstone at the University of Connecticut. Don't miss this deep-dive...2019-09-181h 41
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 030 — Nate BegleThis week we're joined by one of the founding fathers of puppetry podcasts -- Mr. Nate Begle! We were so happy to speak with Nate about his show Getting Felt Up, working as a voice actor, and performing on projects like John Tartaglia's ImaginOcean, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, and the forthcoming Mystery Science Theater 3000: LIVE! tour. The guys go deep into Nate's upbringing as a movie and television junkie, discovering an early love for puppetry, and following his passion all the way to a professional career. You won't want to miss this jam-packed master class...2019-08-281h 49
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 029 — Tyler BunchHave your toolkits at the ready because this week's guest is here to FILL 'em! Tyler Bunch is here from Sesame Street, Bear in the Big Blue House, The Muppets, Henson Alternative's Stuffed & Unstrung, and so much more. He is also a seasoned traditional actor and voice-over artist you've seen on Amazon Prime's The Tick and in the feature film Finding Joy. Tyler is here to share his stories from humble beginnings performing at shopping malls, to maneuvering the high-stress environments of performance auditions. We'll also hear him deconstruct his performance methods -- emphasizing precision in stillness...2019-08-141h 36
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: Cookie Monster + Hasbro's Bill RawleyPuppet Tears second 'Very Special Special' goes COWABUNGA as we learn about the Cookie Monster photo puppet replica from Hasbro's HasLab! This crowd-funding project is the brain-child of Bill Rawley, Muppet devotee and Senior Product Design Manager at Hasbro. The only way this collectible becomes a reality is if 3,000 people contribute by August 25th. Further, if you haven’t backed the campaign in that time, then you’ll have missed your chance completely. This is the ONLY opportunity you’ll have to buy this Cookie replica. We talk with Bill about this labour of love - from...2019-08-0248 min
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 028 — James WojtalOn Puppet Tears, we love to get into the nitty gritty about the grind of a working puppeteer. Who better to join us in that conversation than James Wojtal!? James is a puppet builder who has worked with The Jim Henson Company on Bear in the Big Blue House, Mopatop's Shop, international Sesame Street co-productions, Happytime Murders, and so much more. We talk with James about coming up as a puppet builder, the importance of budgeting your time, and what it's like to work in a professional workshop environment. Don't miss this exciting window into the world...2019-07-311h 19
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 027 — Louise GoldIt's time to play the music, light the lights, and roll out the red carpet as we welcome our first guest to have worked on The Muppet Show -- Louise Gold! She joined the Jim Henson Company during the legendary show's second season where she performed Annie Sue Pig, Lou, and sang in countless musical numbers. Louise also appeared in Spitting Image, The Great Muppet Caper, The Dark Crystal, The Furchester Hotel, and more -- on top of a huge list of theater credits from the West End. You can see her in the upcoming Netflix series The Dark...2019-07-171h 07
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 026 — Liz HaraWe know a lot of people ask 'how do you get to Sesame Street?', but once you're there, what should you say on Sesame Street!? Fortunately, there are talented writers to answer the call - like this week's guest Liz Hara. Liz is a puppeteer and writer who has worked as a writer, performer, and wrangler on Sesame Street, created costumes for The Lion King and Shrek musicals, built for The Jim Henson Company, and is now a writer on a top-secret Untitled Puppet Show. We talk to Liz about her trajectory as a young talent...2019-07-0359 min
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 025 — Jamie BellWe're thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented puppeteer, writer, illustrator, and our old friend Jamie Bell to Puppet Tears. Jamie has worked all over the world - from Zimbabwe to the US to London and more - creating work that challenges audiences to re-consider topics such as social hierarchies, gender, race. Join us for this in-depth conversation about Jamie's earliest inspirations, what drives her to create new art, and the importance of artistic diversity. It's a really exciting discussion you will not want to miss. Mentions Jamie's website: JamieFischer-Bell.com Instagram: @pippyodarrow Twitter: @Jamiewalkerbell Polly Clamorous on Instagram: @pollyclamorous Po...2019-06-191h 08
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 024 — Jim KroupaThis week marks the one-year Anniversary of Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop Talk. And who better to help us celebrate than the man who coined 'puppet tears' in the first place -- Jim Kroupa!? Jim is a life-long puppet artist, whose career began with Kermit Love, then founded the 3-Design Studio, leading into his work as a builder with the Jim Henson Company. All the time performing on some of the most recognizable puppet TV shows of all time. As our first returning guest, Jim caught us up on some of his newest projects, including work for LEGO...2019-06-051h 41
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 023 — Bill BarrettaPuppet Tears, ep 023 — Bill Barretta talks Happytime Murders, Muppets, + more! #BillBarretta #HappytimeMurders #Muppets What do Pepe the King Prawn, Rowlf the Dog, Bobo the Bear, Phil Phillips, and Earl Sinclair all have in common...? Mr. Bill Barretta! Bill has been with the Muppets and Jim Henson Company for nearly 30 years as a principal performer, director, and producer - even inheriting many characters originated by Jim Henson himself. Listen in to this conversation about Bill's journey through "Dream Land," beginning as a suit performer on Dinosaurs up to more recent performances in The Happytime Mu...2019-05-221h 24
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 022 — Noel MacNealWe're cha-cha'ing all over the place this week because we're joined by the one and only Noel MacNeal! Noel is best known for playing Bear on Bear in the Big Blue House, along with his work on Eureeka's Castle, The Puzzle Place, Between the Lions, Sesame Street, and Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. We only scratch the surface of Noel's incredible C/V, including his upcoming building and performance intensive Beyond the Sock, which he runs with Peter Linz and Pasha Romanowski. Don't miss this discussion about Noel's work with his original programming The Show Me...2019-05-081h 24
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 021 — Melissa + Matt DunphyOn this episode, we're joined by Melissa and Matt Dunphy who are here to de-mystify the world of music composition and sound design for puppet theatre! Melissa is the Director of Music Composition at the National Puppetry Conference at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center and has her doctorate in Music Composition from the University of Pennsylvania. Matt is a master of electronic sound design and synth music and performs in numerous bands. Together, they are owners of The Hannah Callowhill Stage and hosts of The Boghouse Podcast. You will not want to miss our deep-dive...2019-04-241h 36
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 020 — Jon LittleWe're celebrating 20 episodes of Puppet Tears with one of our oldest and closest friends in the puppetry world — Mr. Jon Little! Jon is the founder and owner of Little's Creatures, a Boston-based puppet company for all of your professional puppet project needs. He's worked on some amazing projects such as Time Machine Guitar, The Curious Kitchen, Speakeasy Stage's Hand to God, and Jim Kroupa's The Howdy Doo show. Tune in as we take a deep-dive into shop talk — from time management and pricing puppets, to the nitty-gritty of arm rod construction. We talk about mentors who've helped him...2019-04-101h 38
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 019 — Ryan DillonRyan Dillon stops by the show this week for a jam-packed episode of Puppet Tears! Ryan is a Muppet performer on Sesame Street, best known for performing Elmo since 2013. Along side Mark Gale, he is also the creator of the Dillon Gale Idiots, his original cast of surreal television puppets. We'll talk with Ryan about his beginnings as a tireless Muppet Show fan, beginning his career as a Sesame Street puppeteer at the age of 17, and the responsibility of taking over such an important legacy character. Don't miss this in-depth conversation about following your artistic passions and...2019-03-271h 36
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 018 — Terry Fator'What a wonderful world' that has connected us with one of the country's biggest puppeteers: Terry Fator! Terry is the champion of America's Got Talent's second season, where his mastery of ventriloquism and the support of loyal fans rocketed him to a now 10-year career as a Las Vegas headliner. Keep your peeled for a special appearance from one of his puppet friends, too! We talk to Terry about his life as a variety performer - starting as a young magician and puppeteer through his emergence as prolific impressionist and vocalist. He shares stories about his relentless...2019-03-1343 min
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 017 — Pam ArcieroWe're journeying to TWO very special locals on this week's Puppet Tears -- Sesame Street and the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center! Our guest is Pam Arciero, veteran Muppet performer, best known for her role as Grundgetta Grouch, and Artistic Director at the O'Neill's National Puppetry Conference. Listen in for an in-depth discussion about Pam's career as a puppeteer -- from her early days meeting Kermit Love at the University of Hawaii, to working as one of the first full-time female Muppeteers Jim Henson hired for Sesame Street, to her present-day position as a true ambassador to the...2019-02-271h 27
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep.016 - Mervyn MillarThis week we go BIG with the renowned puppetry director and new author of the book Puppetry: How to Do It - Mervyn Millar! Mervyn worked extensively with Handspring Puppet Company in the original productions of War Horse, and trained countless touring casts to follow in his footsteps. Projects taken on by his own company, Significant Object, include Bermingham Rep's The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, international sensation Circus 1903, and Paul McCartney's Appreciate. The guys will talk about why the theater must train its puppeteers to go beyond rote, rehearsed movement and how to talk to...2019-02-131h 35
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 015 — Jessica SimonThis week we're joined by up-and-coming puppetry director and our good friend Jessica Simon! Jessica has been awarded multiple Jim Henson Foundation grants and is a UNIMA-citation recipient. She co-organized 2013's National Puppetry Conference and has worked with WonderSpark Puppetry, The Puppet Kitchen, and The Jim Henson Company, among others. We discuss her full-length production Ruby & Charlie and discusses what goes into developing such an extensive show. She also talks about the importance of working with close friends and how to stay motivated when working on multiple projects at a time. For mentions and show...2019-01-161h 06
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 014 — David StephensWelcome to 2019, Puppet Tears friends! For this first episode of the year, we're talking to David Stephens -- the much-esteemed puppeteer and founder of All Hands Productions. A graduate of the University of Connecticut's MFA in Puppetry program, David talks about his years as a puppeteer from his earliest days growing up in Alabama, to working with Sesame Street and Jim Henson's Emmet Otter stage musical, and mounting an impressive roster of one-man shows. Join us for an in-depth conversation with David, where we discuss how he creates his shows, makes it as a self-employed puppeteer, and...2019-01-021h 21
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 013 — Ronnie BurkettPuppet Tears in 2018, the guys sit down with their good friend and mentor -- Mr. Ronnie Burkett! Ronnie is a legendary puppet artist who is best known for his prolific marionette work, including Tinka's New Dress, Penny Plain, CRAVE, and The Daisy Theatre. Join us for this jam-packed conversation, spanning from Ronnie's earliest days as a puppet-book-worm in Medicine Hat, Alberta, his foray into the lucrative world of commercial television puppetry, and solidifying his artistic voice with the Theatre of Marionettes. PLUS: a hysterical synopsis of Ronnie's adaptation of A Christmas Carol -- Little Dickens -- which...2018-12-051h 36
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 012 — Derek LuxWondering what the Peter PLAN is this week, friends...? Well, for the guys at Puppet Tears, it's talking to the one and only Derek Lux. Alongside his wife Lauren, Derek is the founder of DLux Puppet, a San Francisco-based company that produces spell-binding, multi-media performances for the whole family. Their break-out first show was a re-telling of Alice in Wonderland; in January of 2019, they'll premier their newest production: Peter Pan. You'll hear Derek talk about his roots - an early immersion in voice acting and theatre, becoming a fan of Jim Henson's technological wizardry and re-discovering puppetry...2018-11-211h 29
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep.011 — Louis Henry MitchellHappy Sesame Street month, everybody! In celebration of the show's 49th anniversary, we're talking to someone who's been working with its legendary characters for nearly 20 years! Louis Henry Mitchell is Sesame Workshop's Creative Director of Character Design, a position that has him wearing many hats -- from taking promotional photography, to ensuring characters are properly represented in Sesame's merchandising. The guys will discuss Louis's upbringing as a prodigious illustrator and draftsman, how he found his way to Sesame Street, and what it was like to design one of the show's newest characters Julia, a Muppet who has autism. You'll...2018-11-071h 21
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears, ep 010 — Patrick + Sean JohnsonOn this episode of Puppet Tears, the guys have the pleasure of getting to know Patrick and Sean Johnson, the creative minds behind Swazzle puppet company. These wonder-twins have guided their LA-based studio through all kinds of dynamic projects - from Pee-Wee's Playhouse on Broadway and The Simpsons, to their own productions on screen and stage! They'll talk about their company's biggest project to date: producing and performing a vibrant cast of puppet characters on Showtime's new series Kidding, starring Jim Carrey. Patrick and Sean also discuss their puppet-upbringing throughout the early 80's, the importance of joining your local...2018-10-241h 26
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: 09 - Martin RobinsonThis week, the guys are joined by puppeteer and veteran Muppet performer from Sesame Street -- Martin Robinson! He is best known for bringing life to characters such as Telly Monster, Mr. Snuffleupagus, and Slimey the Worm. Martin also has a remarkable history on stage, most notably as the original designer, builder, and puppeteer of Little Shop of Horrors's Audrey II. We'll talk to Martin about developing backstories and the physical demands associated with performing his signature characters. We will also spend some time discussing his involvement with The National Puppetry Conference at the Eugene O'Neill Theater...2018-10-101h 40
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: 08 - Leslie Carrara-RudolphAll the way from "where the air is sweet," the guys are joined by Leslie Carrara-Rudolph to talk about her 20 years as a puppeteer on stage and screen - most notably Lolly Lardpop and Sesame Street's Abby Cadabby. We'll discuss how Leslie's time as a visual artist and a human actor on stage has influenced her work creating characters who touch our hearts. You won't want to miss Leslie talk about the many performers who helped to bolster her; from Josh Gad (Frozen, Book of Mormon, Beauty and the Beast) and Paula Pell (SNL, 30 Rock, AP Bio...2018-09-261h 21
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: 07 - Katie WilliamsKatie Williams joins us on this episode from Bristol in the UK! We talk to her about what it has been like to come up as a puppet builder in today's competitive industry. She is a puppeteer and stop-motion model-maker who has worked at Aardman Animation Studios and on Wes Anderson's 2018 film Isle of Dogs. We'll discuss her process in networking, finding new projects, and building a portfolio while strengthening her craftsperson skills. We will also talk about her many solo projects, including the live performances Howard and Freak Show, as well as her studies at The Curious School of...2018-09-121h 04
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: 06 - Sangya OjhaTweet at us who you would like to hear from next! @PuppetTearsPod Every episode has a fully produced video on YouTube.2018-08-291h 11
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: 05 - Barnaby DixonYoutube: BarnabyDixon Twitter: barnabyjdixon Facebook: barnabyjdixon Patreon: barnabydixon Instagram: barnabydixon Tweet at us who you would like to hear from next! @PuppetTearsPod Every episode has a fully produced video on YouTube. https://youtu.be/LNVWF9zD94A2018-08-161h 05
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: 04 - Jean Marie KeevinsInstagram: @lilshadproduc http://www.littleshadowproductions.com Tweet at us who you would like to hear from next! @PuppetTearsPod Every episode has a fully produced video on YouTube https://youtu.be/2-163TSPSVc 2018-08-011h 27
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: 03 - Peter LinzInstagram: @peter.linz www.facebook.com/peterlinzpuppeteer Tweet at us who you would like to hear from next! @PuppetTearsPod Every episode has a fully produced video on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xtjcymmkbjo&list=PLeYjVOvIFYr9J5vFgNO3XUMO6F0COLaXj 2018-06-241h 25
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: 02 - Rick LazzariniRick Lazzarini give us some insight on "making it" in the puppetry biz. Rick's website: The Character Shop http://www.character-shop.com/ Follow Rick on Twitter @RickLazzarini Rick's bio https://www.stanwinstonschool.com/art... Magic Wheel Chair https://www.magicwheelchair.org/ Tweet at us who you would like to hear from next! @PuppetTearsPod Every episode has a fully produced video on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xtjcymmkbjo&list=PLeYjVOvIFYr9J5vFgNO3XUMO6...2018-06-091h 10
Puppet Tears: Puppetry Shop TalkPuppet Tears: 01 - Jim KroupaWelcome to Puppet Tears! In this first episode, we meet puppeteer and mech master Jim Kroupa. Jim's bio info: http://muppet.wikia.com/wiki/Jim_Kroupa Tweet at us who you would like to hear from next! @PuppetTearsPod Every episode has a fully produced video on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xtjcymmkbjo&list=PLeYjVOvIFYr9J5vFgNO3XUMO6F0COLaXj2018-06-091h 22