The Jim Henson Company: Make, Believe, Magic at Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)

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Your experience

Explore the worlds of The Jim Henson Company at GOMA, with full gallery access and an exclusive cinema program featuring over 90 films.

Getting started

Present your entry ticket at the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) in Brisbane to begin your visit. Once inside, you’ll have access to all exhibition galleries across the ground floor, including Gallery 1.1, Gallery 1.2, Gallery 1.3, and the River Room. Exhibition staff are available to guide you to each section and answer questions as you start your journey.

What to expect

Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company at GOMA

This exhibition is the most comprehensive showcase of The Jim Henson Company’s creations ever assembled, spanning iconic television, film, and stage productions.

• Gallery 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, and River Room: Move through these galleries to see hundreds of objects, including practical puppets, animatronic creatures, sets, props, costumes, original drawings, and moving image clips from productions such as Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, Farscape, and Sesame Street.

• Walk among world-first set installations, including the Great Hall from Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, and view detailed production elements that reveal the artistry behind beloved characters like Big Bird, Cookie Monster, Gobo, and the Goblin King.

• Access to all exhibition galleries is included with your ticket, allowing you to explore at your own pace and revisit favorite sections throughout your visit.

Australian Cinémathèque exclusive cinema program

Your ticket grants you access to a curated cinema program featuring over 90 films. Screenings highlight The Jim Henson Company’s productions and the work of Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, with selections from classic and contemporary titles.

• Attend film sessions showcasing the evolution of puppetry, animatronics, and digital effects in storytelling, with screenings scheduled throughout the exhibition period.

• Explore themed film blocks, including Screened to be Believed, Where the Wild Things Are Made, and Beyond Henson, each offering a different perspective on puppetry and world cinema.

The Sock Puppet Studio (during Queensland school holidays)

During Queensland school holidays, all ages are welcome to participate in The Sock Puppet Studio from 10am to 3:30pm.

• Become both builder and performer in this hands-on activity inspired by The Jim Henson Company’s approach to character creation using everyday materials.

• The studio is open daily during the school holiday period, providing an interactive space for visitors to craft their own sock puppets and experiment with performance techniques.

Wrapping up

After exploring the galleries and cinema program, you are free to revisit any section of the exhibition until closing time at 5pm. If you visit during Queensland school holidays, you can drop in to The Sock Puppet Studio at any point between 10am and 3:30pm. Meals, refreshments, and transport are not included, so plan accordingly for your visit.

Explore the world’s largest collection of The Jim Henson Company’s creations, with exclusive access only at Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art.
Start your visit with an entry ticket that grants you access to all exhibition galleries across GOMA’s ground floor.
Stroll through galleries featuring iconic sets, puppets, props, and costumes from beloved productions spanning 70 years.
Enjoy a cinema program with over 90 films, from classic Henson favorites to projects by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop.
Try your hand at puppet-making in The Sock Puppet Studio, open to all ages during Queensland school holidays.
See original sets from Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, direct from Canada, and experience the craft of professional puppeteers.

Included

Entry ticket to 'Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company' exhibition at Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)
Access to all exhibition galleries (Gallery 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 & River Room at GOMA)
Access to exclusive cinema program featuring over 90 films
Opportunity to visit The Sock Puppet Studio

Not included

Meals and refreshments
Transport to and from the venue
Accommodation
Tickets for special events or programs not specified as included

Meeting and pickup

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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Gallery of Modern Art, Stanley Pl, South Brisbane, Brisbane
Gallery of Modern Art, Stanley Pl, South Brisbane, Brisbane, BRISBANE, 4101, Australia
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Good to know

Bring your pre-purchased ticket or booking confirmation to guarantee entry, as tickets may sell out at the door.
Meals and refreshments are not permitted inside the exhibition spaces.
Tickets for special events or programs not specified as included must be purchased separately.
The exhibition runs from 12 September 2026 to 18 April 2027 at the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Brisbane, and is open daily from 10:00am to 5:00pm, with the last session at 4:00pm.
The venue is closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and Good Friday.
The Sock Puppet Studio operates daily during Queensland school holidays from 10:00am to 3:30pm, and all ages are welcome to participate.