Down at Fraggle Rock Treasures from the Jim Henson Archives

by Stevenson, Jocelyn; Harris, Neil Patrick

• ISBN13: 9781608872343
• ISBN10: 1608872343
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2016-08-09
• Publisher: Insight Editions

Summary

It’s been thirty years since Jim Henson’s irrepressible Fraggles first hit the screen in the beloved children’s television hit, Fraggle Rock. This delightful volume tells the incredible story of the bighearted show that helped instill open-minded values in a whole generation of young viewers. Created by the legendary Jim Henson, along with Michael K. Frith, Jocelyn Stevenson, Jerry Juhl, and Duncan Kenworthy, Fraggle Rock remains a favorite with fans three decades later.

Delving into the benevolent philosophy that lays at the heart of the show, Down at Fraggle Rock will follow every stage of its creation, from early concepts to the incredible puppetry that brought the unforgettable characters such as Gobo, Red, and Mokey to life. With contributions from Frith, Stevenson, Kenworthy, and other key members of the creative team, the book will take readers inside the intriguing process that produced this landmark series.

Author Biography

Jocelyn Stevenson has worked in children’s television for almost 40 years as a writer, creator, producer and executive producer. She started her career on Sesame Street and subsequently worked for many years as a writer and producer for the Jim Henson Company. She is currently Executive Creative Producer for Film & TV Projects at Mind Candy. She lives in London, England. Neil Patrick Harris is an actor, director, host, author, and all-around puppet enthusiast. After moderating a live discussion with Brian Henson, Neil got to star, produce, and co-create "Neil's Puppet Dreams" with The Jim Henson Company. He spends his days in Los Angeles, California with his fiancé David Burtka and their two children, Harper and Gideon.