Our mission is simple: we want you to take a break from screens, STEP Outside, and enjoy the awesome world of outdoor play and exploration together.
Imagine this: slow and easy adventures with the Park Players puppet crew, showing how fun it is to share the simple joys of playing with friends. No special effects, just good times and lots of laughter together.
Park Players is more than just a show; it's a key for your imagination. Our puppet friends are here to remind you of how fun it can be to go outside to play and chat with your friends. Through modeling encouraging behaviors they’ll show your little ones how to be awesome friends, understand each other, and be kind.
Ready to join the Park Players? Let's make the outdoors our playground – not just by watching but by playing, laughing, and exploring together. Because in our world, every day is a new adventure waiting to be discovered.
Meet Joe
From the early age of 11, Joe has graced the stage with a heart as vibrant as the performances he's crafted over decades. Steeped in the tradition of vaudeville and boasting a rich history as both an actor and creator, Joe infuses every project with a touch of magic and a dash of whimsy.
Joe’s creative spirit was inspired to create Park Players by the heartfelt concerns of friends, navigating the challenging landscape of children's entertainment. He recognized the struggle his friends faced in finding content that aligned with their values – content that was as gentle and authentic as the world he remembers from his own youth.
It was during these conversations that the idea for Park Players was born, reminiscent of the joy and wonder he experienced watching Jim Henson's timeless creations. Joe always admired Henson's ability to weave entertainment with essential life lessons, creating a safe and nurturing space for children to learn and grow.
And so, he set out to craft an accessible web series that resonates with the mindful, community-oriented parents who share his passion for authenticity and conscious living. Rooted in the slow and analog, this series seeks to inspire children to explore the outdoors, engage in genuine conversations, and foster positive behaviors – all while cherishing the simplicity of life.
So, join Joe in the park as he brings a touch of enchantment and his own unique magic to a new generation of young minds. Together, let's create a space where imagination knows no bounds, positive values flourish, and the joy of learning is wrapped in the warmth of friendship.
“Park Players is the only show I would show my children.”
—Bria, Parent, Washington
“Sweet, effective, it made my kids laugh. puppets telling jokes is perfect!”
-Amil Niazi, Parent, The Cut “The Hard Part” Parenting Columnist
“It’s funny and colorful”
—Billie, Age 9, Vermont