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The Muppet Show - S02E13 - Zero Mostel
 

The Muppet Show season 2 episode 13

Zero Mostel

 
Sketches/Songs: "Chopin's Polonaise in a Flat", "What do the Simple Folk Do?", "At the Dance", "Muppet Labs", "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes", "Fears", "Drum Solo by Animal", "Lady Wrestling"
 
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The Muppet Show / S02E13 : Zero Mostel
Season 2, Episode 13 | Aired on December 9, 1977 | TV-G | 30 min. | CBS
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  • The Muppet Show - Episode 1 - George Burns
    Episode 1
    George Burns
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 2 - Rich Little
    Episode 2
    Rich Little
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 3 - Madeline Kahn
    Episode 3
    Madeline Kahn
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 4 - Edgar Bergen
    Episode 4
    Edgar Bergen
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 5 - Dom DeLuise
    Episode 5
    Dom DeLuise
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 6 - Nancy Walker
    Episode 6
    Nancy Walker
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 7 - Steve Martin
    Episode 7
    Steve Martin
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 8 - Bernadette Peters
    Episode 8
    Bernadette Peters
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 9 - Milton Berle
    Episode 9
    Milton Berle
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 10 - Teresa Brewer
    Episode 10
    Teresa Brewer
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 11 - Don Knotts
    Episode 11
    Don Knotts
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 12 - John Cleese
    Episode 12
    John Cleese
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 13 - Zero Mostel
    Episode 13
    Zero Mostel
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 14 - Rudolf Nureyev
    Episode 14
    Rudolf Nureyev
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 15 - Judy Collins
    Episode 15
    Judy Collins
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 16 - Elton John
    Episode 16
    Elton John
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 17 - Bob Hope
    Episode 17
    Bob Hope
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 18 - Julie Andrews
    Episode 18
    Julie Andrews
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 19 - Peter Sellers
    Episode 19
    Peter Sellers
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 20 - Lou Rawls
    Episode 20
    Lou Rawls
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 21 - Jaye P. Morgan
    Episode 21
    Jaye P. Morgan
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 22 - Petula Clark
    Episode 22
    Petula Clark
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 23 - Cleo Laine
    Episode 23
    Cleo Laine
  • The Muppet Show - Episode 24 - Cloris Leachman
    Episode 24
    Cloris Leachman

The Muppet Show season 2 episode 13 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Rudolph Nureyev stars on The Muppet Show, bringing a mix of ballet and humor. Sam the Eagle fusses over maintaining dignity for Nureyev's visit, while the Muppets grapple with formal attire. Kermit confuses Nureyev with an opera singer, and the Electric Mayhem band comically butchers a minuet. Nureyev performs a playful "Swine Lake" with Miss Piggy, and Rowlf entertains with a quirky solo. The episode features Shakespearean humor in Veterinarian's Hospital and ends with Nureyev's lively tuxedo dance to "Top Hat, White Tie, and Tails," leaving the Muppets and Sam in mixed reactions.

Full Episode S02E13 Recap

### Introduction: Knocking on Rudolph Nureyev's Door - Knocking on Rudolph Nureyev's dressing room door, but no response. - Introduction of "The Muppet Show" with a special guest star, Rudolph Nureyev. ### Opening Number - The Muppets perform the opening theme song, celebrating the start of the show. ### Backstage: Preparing for Nureyev - Sam the Eagle ensures everything looks perfect for Nureyev's arrival. - Kermit and others are annoyed about having to wear formal attire. - Sam inspects the Muppets for proper appearance and conduct. ### Introduction of Rudolph Nureyev - Sam emphasizes the importance of dignity for Nureyev's introduction. - Kermit mistakenly refers to Nureyev as an opera singer during the introduction. ### Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem: Cultural Attempt - The band attempts to play a classical minuet but ends up performing a rock version. ### Backstage: Nureyev's Late Arrival - Sam is anxious about Nureyev's late arrival. - Nureyev arrives, but Sam mistakes him for a hippie and angrily sends him away. ### Opera Performance Gone Wrong - A comedic rendition of an opera duet results in chaos on stage. ### Nureyev's Grand Entrance - Introduction of Rudolph Nureyev performing in "Swine Lake." - The performance humorously features Nureyev dancing with Miss Piggy as a pig. ### A Musical Number with Rowlf - Rowlf performs a humorous song about things being incomplete without someone special. ### Veterinarian's Hospital: Shakespearean Comedy - The segment pays a comedic tribute to Shakespeare, filled with puns and wordplay. ### Miss Piggy's Disappointment - Miss Piggy is upset to learn she won't be performing a love duet with Kermit but with Nureyev. ### Rudolph Nureyev and Miss Piggy: Steam Room Scene - Nureyev and Miss Piggy perform a flirtatious scene in a steam room. ### Rowlf's Piano Solo Interrupted - Rowlf's performance of "Claire de Lune" is comically disrupted by Gonzo and Fozzie. ### Sam's Apology and Nureyev's Final Number - Sam apologizes to Nureyev for the show's antics. - Nureyev expresses enjoyment and prepares for his final performance. - Nureyev performs a lively dance number in a tuxedo to "Top Hat, White Tie, and Tails." ### Closing of the Show - Kermit thanks Rudolph Nureyev, and the cast bids farewell to the audience. - Sam expresses his regret and shock over the show's content.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Rudolph Nureyev.

What did Sam the Eagle emphasize for Rudolph Nureyev's visit?

The importance of dignity and proper appearance.

What mistake did Kermit make during Nureyev's introduction?

He mistakenly referred to Nureyev as an opera singer.

How did Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem attempt to be cultural?

By starting to play a classical minuet before switching to a rock version.

What comedic performance occurred on stage involving opera?

A comedic rendition of an opera duet that ended in chaos.

What ballet did Rudolph Nureyev perform in?

"Swine Lake."

What song did Rowlf perform?

A song about things being incomplete without someone special.

What was the theme of the Veterinarian's Hospital segment?

A comedic tribute to Shakespeare with puns and wordplay.

Who was upset about not performing a duet with Kermit?

Miss Piggy.

Where did Rudolph Nureyev and Miss Piggy perform a scene together?

In a steam room.

What piece was Rowlf playing when he was interrupted?

"Claire de Lune."

What was Rudolph Nureyev's final performance?

A dance number to "Top Hat, White Tie, and Tails."

How did Sam the Eagle react to the show's content?

He expressed regret and shock.

What was Rudolph Nureyev's reaction to the show?

He expressed enjoyment and was not upset by the antics.

What did Nureyev wear for his final performance?

A tuxedo.

 
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