Ruby and Charlie - Jessica Simon
2020 Production Grant, 2018 JHF Residency, 2016 Workshop Grant, Photo: Richard Termine
O’Neill Residency
The Jim Henson Foundation Puppetry Residency is an annual residency at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center for one deserving artist/company to work towards the completion of a new piece of contemporary puppet theater. The residency is a collaboration with The O’Neill, which in addition to rehearsal space, room and board offers dramaturgical support. In addition to the residency, a grant of $5,000 will be awarded to the artists by the Jim Henson Foundation to help cover expenses. Residencies may be between 2-4 weeks and can support up to 10-12 project participants. Applications are open to all, however preference is given to those who have received Production Grants from The Jim Henson Foundation. To learn more about The Jim Henson Foundation Residency, visit: theoneill.org
Past Residencies:
2020 – Lunch with Sonia – Loco7 Dance Puppet Theatre Company (rescheduled for 2021)
2019 – Chimpanzee – Nick Lehane
2018 – Ruby & Charlie – Jessica Simon
2017 – Bram Stoker’s Dracula – adapted by Steven Dietz, puppetry and direction by James Ortiz, in association with Strangemen and Co.
2016 – Made in China – Wakka Wakka Productions, inc.
2015 – All We Have Left – Elizabeth Hara & Spencer Lott
2020 – Lunch with Sonia – Loco7
Photo: Theo Cote
2019 – Chimpanzee – Nick Lehane
Photo: Richard Termine
2018 – Ruby & Charlie – Jessica Simon Photo: Richard Termine 
2017 – Dracula – James Ortiz
Photo: Kennedy Kanagawa
2016 – Made in China, Wakka Wakka Productions, Photo: Heidi Bohnenkamp 
2015 – All We Have Left, Elizabeth Hara & Spencer Lott, Photo: A Vincent Scarano
Questions?
If you have a question about our guidelines, you may be able to find the answer on our list of Frequently Asked Questions. You can also reach us at 212.439.7504 or info@hensonfoundation.org. It is best to contact us with any questions well in advance of the application deadlines.