Joan Morris



Joan Morris (also credited as Joan Barton) is a British puppeteer who worked with the Muppets as an additional performer on The Muppet Christmas Carol and Muppet Treasure Island. She also served as an additional performer on Frank Oz's Little Shop of Horrors.

Morris worked on both Muppet films and Horrors alongside her husband, fellow puppeteer James Barton. Together, the Bartons co-founded the Jactito Theatre Company in 1976; David Barclay is among the company's alumni. Morris was also part of the resident puppet company at the Young Vic Theatre, and is currently Administrator at Astrum.