In Conversation Nicole Goldman, The Jim Henson Company
Jim Henson on the set of Fraggle Rock 1983–1987 / Photographer: Bruce Macaulay / © The Jim Henson Company. All Rights Reserved / Image courtesy: The Jim Henson Company / View full image
When
2.30 – 3.30 pm, Mon 14 Sep 2026Where
Gallery of Modern Art, Australian Cinémathèque & Cinema A
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
Admission
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Dive into the wonderful worlds of The Jim Henson Company in an exclusive In Conversation event with Nicole Goldman, Executive Vice President of Branding.
What makes a character unforgettable — and a creative world meaningful across generations?
As part of the ‘Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company’ exhibition (12 September 2026 – 18 April 2027), in partnership with Screen Queensland, hear from Nicole Goldman, Executive Vice President of Branding at The Jim Henson Company, for an inspiring conversation moderated by Queensland University of Technology's Ruari Elkington on the ideas, values, stories and fandom behind one of the world’s most enduring creative companies.
Discover how memorable characters, imaginative storytelling and emotional connection can cement stories not only into audiences· hearts and minds but into the global zeitgeist.
About Nicole Goldman
Nicole Goldman is the Executive Vice President of Branding at The Jim Henson Company. Goldman oversees the global marketing, promotions, public relations and social media for all sectors of the Company's business, including corporate, television, consumer products, home entertainment, international, live theatre and digital.
In her current role Goldman has been instrumental in the successful launches of key brands including The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Sid the Science Kid, Dinosaur Train, Word Party and Splash and Bubbles. Under the Henson Alternative label, she oversaw the launch of the live improvisational show Puppet Up! — Uncensored. Goldman also proudly celebrates the Company's legacy and the work of its founder Jim Henson with ongoing publicity and promotion of its classic brands like Fraggle Rock, Labyrinth and The Dark Crystal.
Goldman heads the Company's efforts in all location-based experiences and live shows including the stage production Jim Henson's Inspired Silliness and travelling museum exhibits for Splash and Bubbles and Dinosaur Train, and working closely with QAGOMA on ‘Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company’.