| Jim Henson's Fantastic World |
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From Saturday, September 12 2009 - 10:00am
To Sunday, November 29 2009 - 5:00pm
Every day |
by michener |
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Photo by Richard Termine, courtesy of The Jim Henson Company. Kermit the Frog © The Muppets Studio, LLC.
Without “fences” to limit where his imagination could roam, Jim Henson (1936-1990) — artist, puppeteer, film director and producer — created elaborate imaginary worlds filled with unique characters, objects, environments and even languages and cultures. Jim Henson’s Fantastic World, a new exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) and The Jim Henson Legacy, offers a rare peek into the imagination and creative genius of this multitalented innovator and creator of Kermit the Frog, Big Bird, and other beloved characters. Jim Henson’s Fantastic World is the inaugural exhibition in the new 5,500 sq. ft. gallery space, the Paton | Smith | Della Penna-Fernberger Galleries.The exhibition features 100 original artworks, including drawings, cartoons and storyboards that illustrate Henson’s talent as a storyteller and visionary. Among the variety of exhibition objects are puppets and television and movie props, photographs of Henson and his collaborators at work and original video productions, including excerpts from Henson’s early career and experimental films.
Presenting Sponsors:
Martin Enterprises
Penn Color, Inc.
Silverman Family Partnerships, Inc.
Bob & Joyce Byers
Fox RothsChild LLP
Bette & Nelson Pfundt
Organized by The Jim Henson Legacy and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in cooperation with the Henson family,The Jim Henson Company,The Muppets Studio, LLC, and Sesame Workshop.This exhibition is made possible by The Biography Channel. Additional support has been provided by The Jane Henson Foundation and Cheryl Henson.
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Location: Paton | Smith | Della Penna-Fernberger Galleries
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| Due to the anticipated popularity of this exhibition, we will be using a timed entry system for non-members. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended.Tickets are available on our website or call 1-800 595-4849.
Members enjoy priority |
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