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encouraged Lucas to hire puppeteer Frank Oz instead. Oz has since voiced Yoda in five Star Wars films, with rumors he will return to the character for the upcoming “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.” Today, almost 30 years after Henson’s sudden death in 1990, the legacy he left behind still creates joy around the world. The Muppets recently returned to the public spotlight with two features films and a sitcom; and Jim Henson’s Creature Shop continues to create fantastic designs, from the puppets on “Sesame Street” to characters that perform onstage beside singer Lady Gaga. This past summer, the Creature Shop announced they were teaming up with Netflix to produce a 10-episode prequel series to “The Dark Crystal.” When it comes to people who left the world a better place, it’s easy to see how Jim Henson’s unique brand of magic and creativity allowed him to do just that.
September 24, 2017, would mark the 81st birthday of Jim Henson.
While the general public may know Henson best for his zany, beloved Muppets, the celebrated storyteller was involved in many groundbreaking shows and movies. Other fantastical productions beneath the Henson banner include the eerie and magical cult classic “Labyrinth,” starring music icon David Bowie, “The Dark Crystal,” and the TV series “The Storyteller.” Henson also founded Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, a special effects company that specializes in puppetry, animatronics, and creature suits. Henson also helped create movie history when he was invited to the set of “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” to aid in the creation of an iconic character: Yoda. Prior to Henson’s involvement, director George Lucas intended to use a trained monkey in a mask to portray the Jedi Master. Henson
“My hope is still to leave the world a bit better than when I got here.”
–Jim Henson
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As progress is being made on our new home, plans are already underway for the biggest celebration in Your Oviedo Dentist history! We are keeping the exciting details under wraps for now. After all, we don’t want to spoil any surprises. You can
be sure there will be great live music, food, family fun, and, as always, some incredible prizes! Can’t wait to see you there!
SATURDAY January 27, 2018 1-3 p.m. at Oviedo On The Park.
This exciting event will reach capacity! RSVP for your family today at www.oviedodentist.splashthat.com
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