The Muppet Show episode 23 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Kermit welcomes Miss Kaye Ballard to The Muppet Show, amidst jokes and musical numbers. Floyd, a band member, threatens to leave due to the 'square' theme song, but stays for Ballard's performance of "Oh Babe, What Would You Say?" and the band's rendition of "Fugue for Frog." A Muppet News Flash humorously covers a record-breaking long sentence attempt. Various sketches, including a malfunctioning face-lift machine and a barbershop scene, add comedy. The show closes with Ballard's "One Note Samba" and a playful spat with Miss Piggy.

Full Episode S00E23 Recap

### Opening Theme - The Muppet Show theme song plays, introducing the show and its special guest star, Miss Kaye Ballard. ### Opening Banter - Kermit and Miss Piggy exchange jokes about a fat pig and a flat bear. Kermit introduces Miss Kaye Ballard and expresses excitement for the night's show. ### Musical Number: "In the Summertime" - A lively musical performance with Muppets singing "In the Summertime," depicting feelings of being blue and unloved, with a mix of melancholy and upbeat tempos. ### Floyd's Complaint - Floyd, a band member, expresses dissatisfaction with the show's theme song, deeming it embarrassingly square. He threatens to leave the show along with the band. ### Kaye Ballard's First Number - Miss Kaye Ballard performs "Oh Babe, What Would You Say?" with charming interactions with Muppets, showcasing her vocal talents and engaging stage presence. ### Band's Threat to Quit - The band plans to leave after Kaye Ballard's performance, unhappy with the theme song. Kermit convinces them to stay for the entire show by promising a new theme song. ### Muppet News Flash - A humorous segment where a Muppet news anchor reports on Mrs. Gretchen Powers, attempting to set a record for the world's longest sentence, speaking non-stop for six weeks. ### Muppet Tea Dance - A series of short, comedic sketches at a tea dance, featuring Muppets in various humorous conversations and puns. ### "Life Gets Teejus, Don't It?" - A musical number illustrating the monotony and frustrations of daily life, with a slow, reflective melody and relatable lyrics. ### Kaye Ballard and the Band - Kaye Ballard attempts to mediate between Kermit and the disgruntled band, understanding their concerns but ultimately failing to resolve the issue. ### Haircut Sketch - A Muppet gets a haircut, discussing his rock group's breakup and asking for a very short cut, leading to a humorous interaction with the barber. ### Vendaface Machine - A sketch featuring Vendaface, an automated face-lift machine, humorously malfunctioning on a Muppet user. ### "Fugue for Frog" - The band performs a new, discordant theme song titled "Fugue for Frog," which Kermit dislikes. They agree to play Kaye Ballard's closing number as usual. ### Kaye Ballard's Closing Number - Miss Kaye Ballard performs "One Note Samba," showcasing her vocal range and ability to engage with the audience. ### Closing - Kermit thanks Miss Kaye Ballard, who expresses her love for everyone except Miss Piggy, leading to a comedic altercation. The show ends with promises of more to come.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was the special guest star on this episode of The Muppet Show?

Miss Kaye Ballard.

What was Floyd's main complaint on the show?

Floyd was dissatisfied with the show's theme song, finding it embarrassingly square.

What song did Kaye Ballard perform first?

"Oh Babe, What Would You Say?"

What did the band threaten to do during the show?

The band threatened to quit because of their dissatisfaction with the theme song.

What was the subject of the Muppet News Flash segment?

Mrs. Gretchen Powers attempting to set a record for the world's longest sentence.

What type of sketches occurred during the Muppet Tea Dance?

Short, comedic conversations and puns among the Muppets.

What was the theme of the song "Life Gets Teejus, Don't It?"

The monotony and frustrations of daily life.

How did Kaye Ballard try to help with the band's issue?

She attempted to mediate between Kermit and the band, understanding their concerns.

What was the outcome of the "Fugue for Frog" performance by the band?

Kermit disliked the new theme song, but the band agreed to play Kaye Ballard's closing number.

What was the final song performed by Kaye Ballard?

"One Note Samba."

What caused Miss Piggy and Kaye Ballard's comedic altercation at the end of the show?

Kaye Ballard expressed her love for everyone except Miss Piggy, leading to the altercation.

Why did the Muppet get a haircut in the sketch?

He was sick of his rock group and wanted a change, asking for a very short haircut.

What happened with the Vendaface machine in the sketch?

The automated face-lift machine malfunctioned humorously on a Muppet user.

What was Floyd's plan regarding the theme song at the end of the episode?

Floyd agreed to stay if he could write the new theme song.

What did Kermit and Miss Ballard discuss regarding the band?

They discussed the band's unhappiness and Kermit's difficulty in understanding musicians.

The Muppet Show episode 23

Avery Schreiber