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Under The Puppet is a monthly show that talks to professional puppeteers about the business of puppetry to help aspiring puppeteers turn pro! Hosted by Grant Baciocco (The Jim Henson Company, Mystery Science Theatre 3000).

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The Puppeteers of Pee Wee’s Playhouse Live – Under The Puppet #105

March 1, 2025

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On February 2, 2025, Under The Puppet along with past show guest Christine Papalexis, the Los Angeles Guild of Puppetry and Bob Baker Marionette Theater held a live episode recording celebrating the puppeteers of Pee Wee’s Playhouse. This event sold out in less than 10 minutes and is, as of this recording, the fastest sell out Bob Baker Marionette Theater has ever had. And how can it not be when you bring together Wayne White, Ric Heitzman, George McGrath, Alison Mork and Kevin Carlson who are responsible for bringing to life some of the most beloved television characters of all time. I’m incredibly happy to present the audio recording of that evening on this episode of Under The Puppet.

We’d also like to take a moment to acknowledge the passing of Lynne Stewart who played Ms. Yvonne on Pee Wee’s Playhouse. This event was recorded before her passing on February 21, 2025 but as you’ll hear, she meant a lot to those who worked on the show. We send out our thoughts to Lynne Stewart’s family and to all who knew her and were lucky enough to work with her. She is, was and always will be the most beautiful women in puppet land.

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Thanks to
Wayne White – https://www.waynewhiteart.com
Ric Heitzman – https://richeitzman.com
George McGrath – https://www.instagram.com/itsgeorgemcgrath/
Kevin Carlson – https://www.instagram.com/kevincarlson1962/
Alison Mork – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0605817/
Christine Papalexis – https://www.christinepapalexis.com
Los Angeles Guild of Puppetry – https://www.laguildofpuppetry.org
Bob Baker Marionette Theater – https://www.bobbakermarionettetheater.com
Alex Evans, Winona Bechtle and Mary Thompson
Volunteers: Sally Phillips, Nick Leonard, Stef Choi, and Tony Candelaria
Videographers: Dylan Young and Sean Goodwin
Photographer: Angel Origgi – https://www.instagram.com/angeloriggi
Stagehand: Jessica Gonzales.
Puppeteers: Ginger Dunca, Nova Odette, Caden Healander, and Hannah Watanabe-Rocco.