Majeedah Johnson is a versatile storyteller who has dedicated over two decades to producing works across various mediums that highlight the resilience of the human spirit and the power of overcoming obstacles. Her creative endeavors span puppet building, improv performance, songwriting, short films, music curation, novel writing, and storytelling. Majeedah founded Such-n-Such Experiment®, an educational initiative that teaches STEAM-based concepts through original tunes, storytelling, skits, and puppetry. She draws from her background in biology, chemistry, and passion for music to spark curiosity in complex topics for youth, and those young-at-heart.

Currently developing her project Adventures Under the Microscope with the support of Puppet Showplace’s Creative Residency for Black Puppeteers, Majeedah recently shared a few of her thoughts about the program:

*A puppet-in-progress developed for “Adventures Under the Microscope”*

Puppet Showplace: Can you describe your project in a few sentences? (type of puppetry, materials you are working with, topic, etc)

Majeedah Johnson: Adventures Under the Microscope teaches kids, and those young-at-heart, about basic science and math concepts using storytelling, music, and educational other tools. My puppets range from handmade Antron fleece and repurposed/recycled materials.

Puppet Showplace: What inspired (or is inspiring) the work you are creating during your Creative Residency?

Majeedah Johnson: I am a lifelong learner. I am passionate about all things science and music. I've been writing songs and stories since childhood. This project is a joyful and intentional intersection of the many subjects that I love. It is an incredible honor to do this work and share with others.

Puppet Showplace: What have you found most rewarding or beneficial about your experience so far with the Creative Residency for Black Puppeteers?

Majeedah Johnson: The Creative Residency for Black Puppeteers is a heart-centered community. I am grateful for the dialogue, constructive feedback and support from this incredible group. I carry their wisdom as I explore and expand my work. I am excited for the next chapter, and celebrating my new friends and their infinite greatness.

Puppet Showplace is proud to support boundary-pushing artists like Majeedah. Follow Majeedah on her Instagram, and subscribe to Puppet Showplace’s newsletter to be notified about performances by Creative Residency fellows!

And, don’t forget to join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026 for Amplify: The Creative Residency for Black Puppeteers Showcase! Celebrate bold new voices in puppetry! Discover innovative works at a one-night-only finale to the 6th edition of the Creative Residency for Black Puppeteers, featuring “puppet slam”-style performances — at Boston University’s lovely Joan & Edgar Booth Theatre!