Sesame Street

Sesame Street is an American educational children's television series that combines live action, sketch comedy, animation, and puppetry. It is produced by Sesame Workshop (formerly known as the Children's Television Workshop) and was created by Joan Ganz Cooney and Lloyd Morrisett.

History

The program is known for its images communicated through the use of Jim Henson's Muppets, and includes short films, with humor and cultural references. The series premiered on November 10, 1969, to positive reviews, some controversy, and high viewership; it has aired on the U.S.'s national public television provider Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) since its debut, with its first run moving to premium channel HBO on January 16, 2016.

Format

Each episode of Sesame Street consists of several short segments, usually involving a human cast member and one or more Muppets. These segments often take the form of parodies of popular television shows or films. Each episode also includes segments featuring animation, short films, humor, and cultural references.

Characters

The Muppets are a central part of Sesame Street. These puppet characters include Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster, Oscar the Grouch, and Bert and Ernie. Each of these characters has their own unique personality and role on the show.

Impact

Sesame Street is well known for its multicultural element and is inclusive in its casting, incorporating roles for disabled people, young people, senior citizens, Hispanic actors, black actors, and others. It has received numerous awards, including 193 Emmy Awards, 10 Grammy Awards, and the 2019 Kennedy Center Honors.

See also

• List of Sesame Street Muppets
• Sesame Street international co-productions
• Sesame Street research