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Henson Alternative's Puppet Up! - Uncensored Returns!

The Henson Alternative's immersive puppetry extravaganza, Puppet Up! - Uncensored, makes its triumphant return this summer! Audiences can expect a delightful mix of adult humor, creative puppeteering, and unexpected surprises during 14 performances at the Kirk Douglas Theatre from July 16 to 27, 2025.

When it comes to theatrical experiences that blend traditional puppetry with modern comedic improv, Puppet Up! ranks at the top. Tickets are officially on sale now, allowing fans to grab their seats for their favorite performances. The show runs on selected dates with multiple time slots:

• - Wednesday, July 16: 8 PM
• - Thursday, July 17: 8 PM
• - Friday, July 18: 8 PM
• - Saturday, July 19: 4 PM and 8 PM
• - Sunday, July 20: 3 PM and 7 PM
• - Wednesday, July 23: 8 PM
• - Thursday, July 24: 8 PM
• - Friday, July 25: 8 PM
• - Saturday, July 26: 4 PM and 8 PM
• - Sunday, July 27: 3 PM and 7 PM

Ticket Options

Tickets are available at two price points. General Admission tickets are priced at $75, while VIP tickets will set you back $150. Aprivate cocktail party experience awaits VIP guests, offering an exclusive chance to mingle with the puppeteers and iconic puppets from famous Henson productions such as Labyrinth, The Dark Crystal, and Fraggle Rock. As part of the VIP experience, attendees will also enjoy priority seating and an enlightening conversation with show creator and legendary puppeteer Brian Henson.

A Unique Live Experience

Puppet Up! – Uncensored isn't your typical puppetry show. Co-directed by the award-winning Brian Henson (notable for classics like Muppet Christmas Carol and Muppet Treasure Island) and Patrick Bristow (known for his work on Ellen and Curb Your Enthusiasm), every performance offers a fresh experience. Drawing on audience suggestions, the show promises an unpredictable blend of improvisational comedy artistry that captures the essence of Henson’s creative legacy.

The performances feature hilarious antics from the wild Miskreant puppets, set against a backdrop of live-action and projected images, ensuring that both on-stage and off-stage comedic mayhem can be enjoyed. Plus, the show includes reimagined classic pieces created by the Henson team that long-time fans have not seen for decades.

Viewer Advisory

Due to its adult themes, Puppet Up! – Uncensored is not recommended for viewers under the age of 16, and admission will be strictly limited for those under 14.

About Henson Alternative

Henson Alternative serves as the Jim Henson Company's creative arm aimed specifically at producing adult-oriented content. Since the debut of Jim Henson's first television production, Sam & Friends on late-night TV in 1955, the company has set the bar high for innovative, edgy comedic projects targeted at adult audiences. From memorable television appearances to acclaimed films, the Henson legacy continually pushes the envelope. Recent works under the Henson Alternative label include the Netflix release The Curious Creations of Christine McConnell, the outrageous live show Puppet Up! – Uncensored, and the feature film The Happytime Murders.

With roots in the transformative era of puppetry crafted for adults, Henson Alternative remains a beacon of creativity, delivering laughter and thought-provoking content.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Center Theatre Group's official page. Don't miss your chance to witness this one-of-a-kind show that is sure to leave audiences laughing and wanting more!