See Us Coming Together: A Sesame Street Special

About See Us Coming Together: A Sesame Street Special

"See Us Coming Together: A Sesame Street Special" is a Sesame Street special that aired on Thanksgiving Day in 2021. It tells the heartwarming tale of inclusion, empathy, and friendship, nested right in the familiar neighborhood of Sesame Street. Using the power of community, the story shines a light on standing together – highlighting the importance of celebrating diversity in terms of culture, race, and experiences.

Making / Production

Presented by Sesame Workshop, the non-profit organization behind Sesame Street, this Thanksgiving special reflects their commitment to celebrating differences and fostering understanding among children. The show uses the power of television to produce a narrative that can resonate with both children and adults, starring a blend of Sesame Street's familiar characters and celebrity guests.

Actors

• Alan Muraoka as 'Alan' - Portrays the role of the owner of Hooper's Store and showcases his excellent ability to balance both humor and seriousness.
• Elmo, Big Bird, Grover, and Abby Cadabby - Animated characters that bring warmth, humor, and lessons learned to the program, carefully voiced and operated by a talented team of puppeteers.
• Naomi Osaka - Professional tennis player who guest stars herself, contributing to the narrative with her own experiences around feeling different.
• Simu Liu - Known actor who also stars as himself, adding his own unique perspective to Sesame Street's diverse character mix.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This special is closely linked to Sesame Workshop's ongoing racial justice initiative called "Coming Together".
• Simu Liu, known for his role in Marvel's "Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings", makes a guest appearance in this special.

Quotes

• "Friends are found in all shapes and sizes, cultures and races. That’s what makes a community. Coming together and celebrating our differences!" - Elmo
• "It’s okay to be different. It’s our differences that make us unique and special." - Naomi Osaka

Music, Soundtrack

• The show features a heartwarming score apt for a Sesame Street feature, filled with uplifting tunes and classic Sesame Street songs reimagined for the special.
• The distinct and memorable melodies played throughout the special help to underscore the program's messages of unity and togetherness.