Rare Muppet Clips Vol 3 #4!

We're back with another batch of rare Muppet performances. This month we're focusing on the man who started it all, Jim Henson! 

Again, we do not own these clips, nor do we make any guarantees to how long they'll be available, so watch them while you can! 

The Don Lane Show - 500th Show (Aired: 26.10.1981) 

Guests: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Kermit & Miss Piggy

 

Gabe Tube: "The First Time I Met Jim Henson":

 

 Jim Henson interview 1985:

The Jimmy Dean Show: Rowlf & the Christmas Raffle (12/24/1964):

 GabeTube: "The Day I Caused Jim Henson to Freak Out":

The Ed Sullivan Show: "What Kind Of Fool Am I":

We hope you enjoyed these rare Muppet performances. Join us next time as we present more rare Muppet clips! 

RIP Ray Liotta (1954 - 2022)

Sad news to report as Hollywood tough guy and frequent Muppet guest star Ray Liottahas died. 

While Liotta was perhaps best known for starring in the Martin Scorsese crime classic Godfellas and Field of Dreams, he also made a cameo appearance in Muppets From Space, playing a C.O.V,N.E.T. security guard and in Muppets Most Wanted as Big Papa a prisoner in Gulag 38B. 

Watch Liotta talk about filming Muppets Most Wanted below:

And his part in the "Big House" musical number:

Ray Liotta was 67.

TJMaxx Muppet Shirts!

 Discount clothing store TJMaxx has couple new Muppet shirts available. 

The shirts feature Kermit and Miss Piggy in as illustrative sketches. 

Unfortunately, they are not available online so you 'll have to your local TJMaxx to get them. 

Sesame Street: Sort it All (Shake It Parody)!

Sesame Street posted a new parody video spoofing Taylor Swift's "Shake It Off."

"Sort it All" features Oscar the grouch singing about sorting the different types of recycling. 

Avocado Green Mattress is proud to sponsor this Sesame Street Parody! Ever wonder what Oscar the Grouch does with trash when it's thrown away? Find out how Oscar's reuses and reduces by sorting it all, in this parody of Taylor Swift's Shake It Off!

You can watch Sesame Street recycle more of their past parodies on their YouTube Channel. 

Thrifting Adventures with Cinema Sickness!

Our adventures in thrifting with Cinema Sickness continue as I hunt for Muppet stuff while making terrible puns along the way. 

Back To Thrift The New Goodwill (Morgantown, PA):

   

 Thrifting 2nd Ave Value Store (North Wales, PA):

Thrifting Goodwill (Montgomeryville, PA):

 

Thrifting The Mill Property Antiques (Morgantown, PA):

 

 Thrifting Country Gift & Thrift Shoppe (Gap, PA):

 

 Thrifting Freedom Thrift (Blue Ball, PA):

Be sure to check out more thrilling thrifting adventures on our Youtube Channel.

And if you'd like to see us in person, Dave and I will be at the "It's A Toy Show" at Farpoint Toys & Collectibles SATURDAY, May 28th in Mays Landing, NJ!

Weta Labyrinth Ello Worm 1/1 Scale Statue!

Ello there! WETA Workshop has released the next statue in their Labyrinth line - the Ello Worm. 

The 1:1 scale open edition statue features premium synthetic faux fur hair. 

Sadly, his scarf is not fabric, but that would have have a nice addition. However, the rest of the detail is very nicely done. 

The mysterious denizens of Labyrinth come in all shapes and sizes, and each is just as likely to help as they are to hinder. As Sarah collapses from exhaustion whilst seeking an entrance to the maze, a small but cheery voice calls out to her, “Ello.”

A single worm, small enough to fit in the palm of one’s hand, with three tufts of dark blue hair rests near a small hole in the Labyrinth’s walls. After offering a moment of brief respite to our young heroine and a promise of hospitality that is rarely shared among strangers, this inconspicuous creature reveals one of the Labyrinth’s many hidden secrets, opening Sarah’s eyes to the first of many illusions to come.

FEATURES:1:1 scale, open edition, mixed media statue;
Portrays the cute and curiously kind worm that aids Sarah early on in her quest;
Digitally sculpted by Wētā Workshop sculptor Kim Beaton;
Incredible detail replicated in life-like 1:1 scale;
Labyrinthine base physically sculpted by Shaun Bolton;
Hair made from premium synthetic faux fur;
Wrapped up in his signature red scarf;
Made from high-quality polystone.

Weta Workshop's Labyrinth Ello Worm 1/1 Scale Statue is available to pre-order now from Weta Workshop, Big Bad Toy Store, and more. 

Brian Jay Jones Retraces Jim Henson's Final days!

For the last 32 years, May 16th has been a very hard day for Muppet fans. For those blissfully unaware, that is the day the world lost Jim Henson.

Over the last few days, Henson biography Brian Jay Jones has done an incredible job of not only retracing the timeline of events in leading up to Jim's untimely death, but doing so in an almost real time manner. 

The tweets/ threads are not easy to process - it's like re-watching a car accident you know doesn't go well, but the detail of the timeline, and the first person accounts Brian was able to get give the story new perspectives you probably didn't know.

Brian's done such a tremendous job with these, that we couldn't think of a better way to honor Jim this year, then but sharing his timeline of Jim's final days. 

May 4, 1990: Jim Henson appears with Kermit (and Clifford) on The @ArsenioHall Show. Jim isn’t feeling well--he says he's tired and his throat is sore—and things are clearly off as he ad-libs. At 4:00, Hall jokes about Jim stumbling over his lines. 1/4https://t.co/MTXasNLKLQ

— Brian Jay Jones (@brianjayjones) May 4, 2022

May 8, 1990: Jim Henson leaves his place in Malibu to drive to LAX to catch a flight to NYC. On the way to the airport, he drops in on agent Bernie Brillstein, whose father had recently passed away, to offer his condolences. /1 pic.twitter.com/fvnbLFmBx9

— Brian Jay Jones (@brianjayjones) May 8, 2022

Saturday, May 12, 1990: Jim Henson and his daughter Cheryl board a USAir flight at LaGuardia and touch down in Norfolk, VA a little after 10 a.m. It’s Mother’s Day weekend, and Jim wants to see his stepmom, Bobby, and his dad, Paul, in the early stages of Alzheimer’s. /1 pic.twitter.com/UUsIPowCuq

— Brian Jay Jones (@brianjayjones) May 12, 2022

Sunday, May 13, 1990: After telling his family he “didn’t feel good” on Saturday night, Jim Henson sleeps in on Sunday morning. Around noon, his cousin Stan, a physician, comes to pick him up and take him over to his parents’ house for lunch. /1

— Brian Jay Jones (@brianjayjones) May 13, 2022

Monday, May 14, 1990: Jim Henson woke up “feeling lousy.” His voice was wrecked and he was having trouble catching his breath. He called his assistant and told her to cancel his 8:30 breakfast meeting, and the recording session for Disney’s “Muppets on Location” at 10 am. /1

— Brian Jay Jones (@brianjayjones) May 14, 2022

Tuesday, May 15, 1990: Around 2 a.m., Jim Henson told his wife Jane that it was getting harder to breathe—and with every rasping cough, he was coughing blood.

Jane was determined to call a doctor. But Jim insisted he just needed to “calm down [his] breathing.” /1 pic.twitter.com/tOyUzwxFZp

— Brian Jay Jones (@brianjayjones) May 15, 2022 

New York Hospital, Wednesday, May 16, 1990: Around 1 a.m., Jim Henson’s blood pressure bottomed out, an indication that his heart had stopped beating. A medical team immediately rushed in and began to administer CPR.

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— Brian Jay Jones (@brianjayjones) May 16, 2022

Thank you Brian, and as we always say on May 16th, We miss you, Jim! 

Show Us Your Stuff! with Rob Klein!

In case you missed it live this week, you can now watch the latest episode of our series Show Us Your Stuff!

Join us as we show off items NOT from the Muppet Stuff Museum, but from other Muppet fan's collections. 

This episode features pop culture expert Rob Klein.

Check it out (technical difficulties and all) below.

Look for more videos on our Youtube Channel.

Sesame Place Unveils Guy Smiley Classic Character Collection Plush!

If you didn't guess from Sesame Place's tease yesterday, the next plush in their classic character line is everybody's favorite game show host Guy Smiley!

Above is the first official look at the plush. 

To celebrate, check out Sesame Street's official Guy Smiley playlist!

The Classic Character Collection plush Guy Smiley is available now at both Sesame Place theme parks. 

Sesame Place Teases Next Classic Character Plush!

Sesame Place teased their next classic character plush will be, and we're pretty sure it'll leave many fans SMILING!

The theme park posted the above image on social media with the caption:

Our 2022 Classic Character is here! Can you guess this year’s plush?
We’ll give you a hint: We’re SMILING ear to ear to reveal our classic character!🎤

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If only there was some sort of game show where you could guess the plush.... and way, the mystery Classic Character plush will be officially reveled tomorrow on Sesame Place's social channels. 

Fun.com Exclusive Dark Crystal & Labyrinth Mini Backpacks!

Fun.com has new line of Henson inspired mini backpacks. 

The Dark Crystal Mini Backpack

This officially licensed mini backpack is just the thing to pack for your journeys! Featuring an all-over-print of the sought-after crystal shards, a metal and enamel nameplate, and a metal crystal shard-shaped zipper-pull, this leatherette bag would be a boon for even a disheartened Jen. Meanwhile, attached shoulder straps can be adjusted to the wearer's comfort, and multiple pockets offer safe spaces for carrying the essentials. So, whether filled with everyday necessities or dazzling gems and treats for Fizzgigs or a weary Gelfling, this unique accessory is sure to keep travels feeling light!

Fizzgig The Dark Crystal Mini Backpack

This backpack brings the surprisingly expressive furball to life in the form of a 10-inch bag! With five inches of depth and a second front pocket, this tote is sure to hold a bunch of your adventuring necessities, all while still being small and cute enough that even a Gelfling wouldn't be over-encumbered. Featuring an all-over print of the one-and-only heroic Fizzgig, you'll be sporting all your Dark Crystal fandom while keeping your stuff at the ready!

Exclusive Labyrinth Ludo Mini Backpack

Whether you're looking to show off your Labyrinth love or just need a handy way to tote your things, this exclusive Labyrinth Ludo Mini Backpack is the clear way to go! The pack has narrow-but-sturdy straps for your shoulders and a large central compartment with a double-zipper closure. Of course, the best part is Ludo's grinning, furry face on the front of the backpack. Another zipper is hidden behind his horns, giving access to a smaller compartment so you can be sure this gentle lug will protect your stuff while smiling at all your new friends-to-be!

You can these items and more at Fun.com.

Muppet Merch at The University of Maryland!

The University of Maryland is celebrating their most famous alumni, Jim Henson.

Not only do they already have a statue of Jim and Kermit and now they've unveiled a new line of exclusive merchandise to coincide with their new puppetry exhibit.

There's a long sleeve "Maryland" shirt featuring Fozzie, Gonzo, and Kermit, 

a University of Maryland shirt featuring Kermit,

and a "Wild About Maryland" shirt featuring Animal.  

The shirts are also available online.

The Art & Craft of Puppetry Exhibit  "explores how puppets have captured our imagination by examining specific puppets, universal characteristics, international aesthetics, and local puppet companies. It also asks a playfully provocative question: What makes a puppet? The diversity of puppet styles and techniques displayed provides the opportunity for visitors to think more broadly about an art form that transcends cultural boundaries, while also demonstrating how puppets work.

Six puppets, including a character from the original Fraggle Rock series on loan from The Jim Henson Company and others on loan from the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, will be on view."

The University of Maryland 's The Art & Craft of Puppetry Exhibit is open to the public until July 29, 2022.

Thanks to Philip Jeremy Moyer for the info. 

Sesame Street wins GLAAD Award!

Over the weekend Sesame Street won a GLAAD Media Award.

Alan Muraoka shared the news on social media that “The ‘Family Day’ episode he directed won for “Outstanding Children’s Programming.”

“The ‘Family Day’ episode of Sesame Street sends the simple and important message that families come in all forms and that love and acceptance are always the most important ingredients in a family. Frank and Dave, as Mia’s dads, are the latest characters in an undeniable trend of inclusion across kids & family programming, one that allows millions of proud LGBTQ parents, and our children, to finally get to see families like ours reflected on TV.” – GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis

You can watch the whole episode below:

Congratulations to everyone involved with Sesame Street GLAAD win. 

Mecha Builders Sneak Peak: They Sent Us a Pie!

Get a sneak peak of "They Sent Us a Pie" the first episode of Mecha Builders, the new animated Sesame Street series starring Cookie Monster, Elmo, and Abby. 

In this Mecha Builders Full Episode Sneak Peak, a giant pie is sent to Pretty Big City to stop an asteroid…but that discovery is made only after the Mechas and friends have eaten the whole thing! Catch the full episode to find out how the Mecha Builders save the day! 

Mecha Builders premieres May 9th on Cartoon Network and streams the next day on HBO Max. 

Jim Henson’s The Storyteller: Shapeshifters #3!

Get a look as Emilia Cilento tells a Time-Honored Kitsune Folktale in Jim Henson’s The Storyteller: Shapeshifters #3!

Discover How Some Loving Families Have Unconventional Origins in the Next Issue of the Ringo Award-Winning Anthology Series in May 2022

BOOM! Studios revealed a first look at Jim Henson’s The Storyteller: Shapeshifters #3, the third issue of the new four-issue comic book series from writer and artist Emilia Cilento and letterer Jim Campbell, about a mysterious woman in a classic Japanese folktale.

Cartoonist Emilia Cilento weaves a beautiful story based on a folktale about the Japanese word for “fox” — “kitsune.” The Storyteller’s tale tells of a family with unconventional origins, a woman that is more than she seems, and the bonds of unconditional love that can transcend anything.

Check out the first few pages below:

Print copies of Jim Henson’s The Storyteller: Shapeshifters #3 will be available for sale on May 4, 2022 at local comic book shops (use comicshoplocator.com to find the nearest one) or at the BOOM! Studios webstore. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers, including comiXology, iBooks, Google Play, and Kindle.

May The 4th be With You!

 Happy Star Wars Day!

As part of our 10th anniversary celebration, below you will find all of the Muppet / Star Wars crossovers we put together starting in 2013. 

and and course the year's entry, Link... alone (SOLO) in Carbonite. 

Enjoy and May the Farce... I mean the Force be you with.