One of my first memories of television was watching The Muppet Show on Saturday nights with the whole family. It was pure magic, and unlike the Superman movie, I knew it was all make-believe (thank goodness).
My five favourite Muppet Show characters have always been (in order of greatness):
Beaker
The Swedish Chief
Animal
Crazy Harry
Gonzo
I showed ‘Mahnahmahnah’ at youthchurch the other week. Most of the crowd wouldn’t have been born when the song became famous. I don’t know which was more entertaining… the video-clip or watching the people watching the video-clip.
Yes indeed, the magic of the Muppets really does span generations.
So, to add some happiness to your day, and to offer an antidote for those mid-week blues, here’s Beaker singing ‘Ode To Joy’. Enjoy!
(Expect more random Muppet posts in the future;-)
Absolutely classic! Love it! I was waiting and hoping for the electricity…ahhh…and it didn’t dissapoint…GBU Beaker
Posted by lesmondj | July 22, 2008, 10:17 pmThanks Sy. That soooo made my day!
I must say that my fave muppet would have to be none other than Miss Piggy, followed by Fozzy bear, then Gonzo. I also like that chick with the blonde hair who plays guitar, not sure what her name is though.
Posted by Neen | July 22, 2008, 10:43 pmVery funny! I like the two old men…they are old, and make silly jokes..reminds me a bit of the Mandrake..hehe.
Posted by Fifi | July 23, 2008, 9:29 amYeah Fifi, I reckon the two old guys will be Les and I one day!
Posted by Symon | July 23, 2008, 9:45 amhay fifi when you’re trying to get back at symz for the bad hair day comment, it helps when he doesn’t agree with it huh… keep trying! i got ur back tehe
Posted by Rachel Kate | July 23, 2008, 9:55 amand loved this post! yep that friday was definitely entertaining watching all the “youth” faces :)
Posted by Rachel Kate | July 23, 2008, 9:56 am