“Ketchup With The Hot Dogs” with puppeteer, Grant Baciocco.
The Jim Henson Company
Jim Henson and his work was my biggest inspiration growing up. Being a part of that world was something that I always dreamed of, so it was one of the highlights of my career when I was welcomed into the Henson fold as a performer and a builder at the famed Jim Henson’s Creature Shop. Over the past almost 20 years, I’ve been fortunate to have worked on many, many projects with this wonderful group of people, and these are just a few of my favorites. So, check out some behind-the-scenes photos of my Henson performing journey, and consider booking me for your next project!
Assisting bringing Phil Phillips to life.
The Happytime Murders
The Happytime Murders was a huge puppet undertaking for director Brian Henson and all of us puppeteers. I was fortunate to be brought in to perform quite a few characters, assist on many others, and to work with Melissa McCarthy and some of Hollywood’s most talented comedians! Check out some of my favorite moments!
A shot from one of the behind-the-scenes promo videos.
Happy to be in my stylish green duds!
A group of us puppeteers in green screen suits, bringing full-bodied puppets to life.
What the shot looked like in the finished film.
Interacting with human actors and guests!
The Inkhole Experience
The Inkhole was a pop-up activation based in Hollywood and created to promote The Happytime Murders film. I was brought in as one of the puppeteers to perform the tattoo shop owner, who was the first character that patrons would interact with. Through both scripted and improvised bits, I was responsible for setting the tone for the guests, as they set out on their journey through this raucous puppet club! Say “Open Sesame” and check out some behind-the-scenes moments.
Outside the immersive experience.
Me as the Tattoo Shop owner.
Up to no-good behind the counter!
Team Tattoo Parlor!
Ain’t it Cool with Harry Knowles
Based on the popular website of the same name, “Ain’t it Cool with Harry Knowles” was a show that focused on interviewing celebrities from all corners of entertainment. I performed “Puppet Harry”, a Muppet Style version of the “Head Geek” himself. Each week we would go to a new location and chat with a cavalcade of stars and creators, including Stan Lee, John Landis, Batman: The Animated Series co-creator Paul Dini, and many more! Check out some of my favorite starry-eyed moments!
Chatting with Marvel Comics legend, Stan Lee.
Interviewing Morgan Spurlock.
At KNB EFX with owner & creature effects legend, Greg Nicotero.
JAWS!
Interviewing Big Bird & Oscar the Grouch performer, Caroll Spinney! Such a kind and funny man, with wonderful stories to share of Muppet history.
As the forgetful old man, Tim Crochety, on “No, You Shut Up!”
Other Henson Projects
Performing with The Jim Henson Company has been a big part of my career for almost 20 years now. Here are some other Henson projects that I’ve enjoyed being a part of!
“Puppet Up: Uncensored” w/ the Leopard puppet.
Assisting on “The Grammy Girls” at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards.
The Grammys puppeteer team with Cee Lo Green & producer, Brian Henson.
At “Earth to Ned” with a CLOD puppet.
Performing on “Tall Poppy” with puppeteers, Kevin Clash & Brian Henson.