ToughPigs is deeply saddened to be taught that Arthur Novell, Jim Henson’s public relations director and one of many founding members of the board of The Jim Henson Legacy, has handed away on the age of 89.
By means of his agency, Markham/Novell Communications, he served as The Jim Henson Firm’s PR head for nineteen years. Moreover, he took on the position of a liaison to the visitor stars on Muppets Tonight. Much like what David Lazer did on The Muppet Present, Novell would ensure that visitors had been snug and ready to work on a Muppet manufacturing by exhibiting them learn how to navigate the elevated units and maintain their eye give attention to the puppets throughout takes. As a token of gratitude, he was caricatured as Arthur Modell, a Muppet contestant on “Swift Wits” within the Pierce Brosnan episode.
When The Jim Henson Legacy was established, Novell was one of many folks chosen by Jane Henson to be on the board of administrators. The Legacy continues to coach the general public about Jim Henson’s life and work and seek for archival materials from his profession that will not be in The Jim Henson Firm archives. The Legacy is chargeable for the “Jim Henson’s World” screening collection on the Museum of the Transferring Picture in Astoria, New York in addition to numerous occasions and exhibitions all over the world.
On a private be aware, we had been fortunate to have interacted with Novell many occasions all through the years. He was at all times extremely pleasant, fast with amusing, and a loyal ally to something and all the pieces Henson-related. That dedication prolonged past simply The Jim Henson Legacy, by way of the present and former staff of the Henson worlds, and into the Muppet fan neighborhood. We’re honored to have recognized him.
We’re grateful for Arthur Novell’s efforts for Muppet alumni and followers in every single place.
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by Matthew Soberman – [email protected]
