Скачать или смотреть FirstWorks Virtual Learning Series: Heather Henson

Heather Henson (daughter of legendary puppeteer Jim Henson), is a visionary puppet artist, director, and producer who creates transformative and educational experiences that honor Mother Earth and inspire people to nurture the planet. She is best known for performances that illustrate the harmonious relationship between humans, animals, and the environment.

Heather’s storytelling is inspired by her sense of kinship with the endangered species of the world—particularly whooping cranes—the symbiotic relationship between indigenous people and the land, and how communities develop holistic food systems.

The below video features excerpts from "Ajijaak on Turtle Island," a production by IBEX Puppetry and Heather Henson. FirstWorks brought the performance to Rhode Island in January 2019 as part of an “EarthWorks” artist residency. Excerpts from Henson’s accompanying artist talk focuses on the interconnectedness between humans and nature across millennia, and the symbolism of the beautifully crafted animal puppets depicted in the performance.

A companion science/ELA lesson for students in grades K-6 is available on the FirstWorks website at: https://firstworks.org/learning_libra...

Produced in partnership with Steer PVD
Video footage courtesy of IBEX Puppetry and Heather Henson