Balsam

DEBUT	1983
DESIGN	Michael K. Frith designer
	Rollie Krewson builder

Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock

Balsam the Minstrel is one of The Minstrels who follow Cantus. Balsam is an insect-like creature who plays the drums. He first appeared in the Fraggle Rock episode "The Minstrels."

The character returned with the group (now called the Troubadours) in Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, performed by Ali J. Eisner.

Appearances

• Fraggle Rock
  • Episode 118: The Minstrels
  • Episode 207: Mokey and the Minstrels
  • Episode 512: The Honk of Honks
• Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock
  • Episode 107: Flight of the Flutterflies
  • Episode 206: Mezzo: Live in Concert
  • Episode 209: The Great Radish Ball

Michael Frith's concept sketch

Notes

• Balsam is the only Minstrel to have an inconsistent performer during the run of the show. His performers included Lee Armstrong, Jerry Nelson, and Karen Prell.

• Balsam shares their name with series songwriter/composer Philip Balsam.