The Long Center

701 W. Riverside Dr.

Austin TX 78704

The Long Center presents I Am Big Bird with Carroll Spinney, January 30 in Dell Hall.

Saturday, January 30; 7:00PM

This heartwarming doc chronicles the life of Caroll Spinney, the man who has been Sesame Street’s Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch since 1969.

For over 4 decades, Caroll’s characters have been cherished by generations of children. At 81 years old, the tenacious and enthusiastic performer has no intention of slowing down. I AM BIG BIRD features incredible footage of Spinney’s earliest collaborations with Jim Henson as it traces Caroll’s journey from bullied child to celebrated performer. This loving portrait peels away the instances that inspired his creation of Big Bird and as the yellow feathers give way to grey hair, it is the man, not the puppet, who will steal your heart.

After the film, Spinney will be live answering questions, telling never-before-heard stories, and bringing our memories back to life.

Dubbed “simply gleeful viewing” by Moviefone, I AM BIG BIRD will be released simultaneously in theaters and on cable VOD/iTunes throughout the world in May 2015.

This show is currently only available as part of a Season Ticket Package. Tickets go on-sale to the general public October 15 at 12pm.

Contact our Group Sales department for information on discounts for groups of 10 or more.

Discounted tickets are available for Military and First Responders.

$5 eyeGO tickets are available for high school students

http://www.iambigbird.com/