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Something in the Air " Something in the Air " is a " Sesame Street " song performed by the cast in a 2003 episode . Bob and Alan begin to sing , and are joined by Big Bird , Gabi , Miles , Elmo , and a musically - inclined flock of sheep . Rosita , Herry , and another monster also join in at the ending reprise . Portions of " Sing " are incorporated into the song . The song was included in the Sesame Street Live show " Can ' t Stop Singing " . Releases . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Kay Stuntz Kay Stuntz is a costume designer who worked with the Muppets on several productions . On " Follow That Bird " in 1985 , Stuntz built the Daddy Dodo puppet , with Muppet designer Ed Christie . Stuntz also designed Muppet costumes for the 1999 film " Muppets from Space " . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
The Flip Wilson Show The Flip Wilson Show was hosted by comedian Flip Wilson and ran from 1970 to 1974 on NBC , as one of the many variety shows in the 1970 ' s . The Muppets appeared on four episodes , including three specifically with " Sesame Street " characters or actors . The show was an hour in length , but later cable syndication airings ( beginning with TV Land in 1997 ) trimmed it to a half hour . These same versions were used for DVD releases ( with the exception of one 2007 set ) , with the result that many of the Muppet scenes ( and other bits and guests ) were cut entirely . Tim Kiley directed the series ( including all of the Muppet episodes ) while writers included Herbert Baker ( later co - writer of " " ) and future " Muppet Show " writer Don Hinkley .
Episode 217 : Fraggle Wars When Red and Mokey go on a camping trip , they discover Fraggle Cave - - the home of gray and brown Fraggles who don ' t like to play and have no sense of humor . The Cave Fraggles capture Mokey and take her prisoner . When Red goes back to the Rock to get help , The World ' s Oldest Fraggle insists on renewing an age - old war against The Cave Fraggles . Meanwhile , Doc ends up in a prank war with Ned Shimmelfinney .
Pavlov the Pug Dog Pavlov the Pug Dog was interviewed by Rhonda Rat in the " " episode of " The Animal Show " . He appeared again in " . " The character ' s name is a reference to the famed animal behaviorist Ivan Pavlov , who was particularly known for his conditioning work with dogs . Pavlov was recycled from an extra " Dog City " puppet and was later reworked into Piddles for " Puppet Up ! " . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Muppet Treasure Island Happy Meal toys McDonald ' s released a set of four " Muppet Treasure Island " Happy Meal toys ( plus an " Under Three toy " for younger children ) in 1996 . The set had four floating bath toys : The set also included an " Under Three toy " - - a four page bath book . McDonald ' s often makes special toys for young children when the main toys include pieces that could be swallowed . McDonald ' s also promoted the film in issue # 1 of their in - store giveaway magazine , " Fun Times " . The magazine ' s cover featured a picture of Kermit as Captain Smollett , with pirate - themed puzzles inside .
The Marx Brothers The Marx Brothers were an iconic American comedy troupe , led by Julius " Groucho " Marx ( 1890 - 1977 ) and included brothers Harpo and Chico ( all stage and film work ) , Zeppo ( in early films ) , and Gummo ( in the stage era ) . The brothers performed on stage and in a series of successful farcical movies , including " A Day at the Races " , " A Night at the Opera " , " A Night in Casablanca " , " Duck Soup " , and " Animal Crackers " , amongst others . Groucho , with his greasepaint moustache , thick cigar , spectacles , and wavy hair , developed the persona of consummate wisecracker and con artist . As a solo performer , Groucho hosted the radio and television game show " You Bet Your Life " , a series which relied less on the suspense of competition than on the host ' s patter and rapport with contestants . References . Duck Soup . " see also : Duplicate characters " Groucho glasses . " Groucho glasses , " combining Groucho ' s trademarked spectacles with fake nose , mustache , and ( usually ) thick eyebrows , are a recurring Muppet prop . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Ozzie Ozzie is a squid who comes to " Mopatop ' s Shop " to buy a puddle in the episode " . " He also appears in the episode " , " wearing stripey socks . The puppet later appeared in " Muppets Tonight " where Seymour attempted to cook it in the commissary and it wrestled with guest star Dennis Quaid . In 2016 , the squid ( performed by Bruce Lanoil ) stood in for a facehugger from " Alien " in an online Pigs in Space video . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
What ' s the Word on the Street ? What ' s the Word on the Street ? was a regular feature on " Sesame Street " from Season 38 to Season 45 . Murray Monster hosts this segment which precedes the corporate sponsor spots before each episode . Each segment begins with a shot of him saying , " Hi , I ' m Murray from " Sesame Street " , and I ' m looking for . . . the Word on the Street ! " He then speaks with folks about what today ' s word means and usually instructs the audience to " keep listening for the word today on Sesame Street ! " The word is later featured in the " street scenes " and highlighted again as the Word of the Day . " Shalom Sesame " and " Plaza Sésamo " have created their own versions of the segment . In Season 46 , the segment was removed and replaced with special cold opens for each episode of different Muppets introducing the topic of the day . Behind the scenes . Chris Lange served as creative director and art director for the segments , Joey Mazzarino as the writer , Jolene Lew as producer , with music composed by Richard W . Meyer of Modern Music , and sound design by Dale Goulett of Wow & Flutter . Many of the segments were filmed in Brooklyn , New York City . Carly Tamer , a 6 - year - old , was one of the kids in the segments ; both the " Sesame " segment and " Team Umizoomi " ( created by the creators of " Blue ' s Clues " ) where Tamer voiced a character , have the same sound crew . See also . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Phil Eason Phil Eason is a British puppeteer who puppeteered on " Muppet Treasure Island " . For Jim Henson ' s Creature Shop , he worked on " The Bear " , operated Blawp in " Lost in Space " , Vogons in " The Hitchhiker ' s Guide to the Galaxy " . Eason ' s other credits include " Spitting Image " ( from Season 9 onwards ) and performing Yaddle in " The Phantom Menace " . He is also a principal puppeteer on the Frank Oz film " Little Shop of Horrors " .
Season 9 ( 1977 - 1978 ) " Sesame Street " Season 9 aired from November 28 , 1977 to May 26 , 1978 . Overview . This season will focus on cultural diversity as the cast visits Buffy Sainte - Marie at her home on the island of Kauai of Hawaii . Jon Stone said , " Going to Hawaii was very good for us because it is a multi - ethnic society and one that provides an ocean - oriented milieu that we have never had on the series . " Three of the children who participated in the Hawaii shows are direct descendants of King Kaumualii , and two are descendants of King Kamehameha . The curriculum will also emphasis on higher - order reading skills , such as verbal blending and letter sounds . In addition , this season will introduce basic principles of health and nutrition , dental care , personal hygiene , pre - science , and the . Episodes . " Episodes 1056 - 1185 ( 130 episodes ) " Sources . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Come Along , Sing a Song ! Come Along , Sing a Song ! is a 2010 " Sesame Street " Play - a - Song storybook . Elmo takes a tour through , learning about opposites . Readers can click buttons on the music player to play seven songs .
Frank Caldeiro Fernando Caldeiro ( 1958 - 2009 ) was a NASA astronaut from Argentina . He appeared in a My Favorite Sesame Street Moment for " Sesame Street " ’ s 35th season . He describes coming to New York from Argentina , and learning English from watching " Sesame Street " .
Wanda Falbo ( Word Fairy ) Wanda Falbo ( Word Fairy ) appeared in a series of inserts that first appeared in season 21 of " Sesame Street " , and continued to be shown through season 38 . The storyline of Episode 2951 revolved around her , as she paid a visit to " Sesame Street " . The fairy character was a carryover from " SCTV " , originally named Mrs . Falbo , the hostess of " Mrs . Falbo ' s Tiny Town " . Her segment theme was written by Tony Geiss . Sources . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Sesame Street : 40th Anniversary Sesame Workshop celebrated " Sesame Street ' s " 40th anniversary with special programs , products and events . Merchandise . Sesame Street is an educational television program designed for preschoolers , and is recognized as a pioneer of the contemporary standard which combines education and entertainment in children ' s television shows . " Sesame Street " also provided the first daily , national television showcase for Jim Henson ' s Muppets . The series , which has produced , celebrates its 40th anniversary this season , making it one of the longest - running shows in television history . Special events in the new season include guest appearances by Jimmy Fallon , Matthew Fox , Hugh Jackman , Ricky Gervais , Cameron Diaz and Paul Rudd . Fairy - in - training Abby Cadabby appears in a new animated segment , " Abby ' s Flying Fairy School " , and Oscar the Grouch ' s pet worm Slimey will participate in the Squirmadega car race .
Lisa Howard Lisa Howard , married name Lisa Howard Tobin , was a designer at the Muppet Workshop . A graduate of New York University , her most notable contribution was building and costuming the Miss Piggy walk - around for " The Muppet Show on Tour " and " " . She was also one of many Workshop artists whose quilting patch work is showcased in " Quilting with the Muppets " , along with a baby quilt made for her son Conner . See also . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Sharing " Sharing " is a quiet song sung by Grover to Prairie Dawn in the park after she reveals that some kids would not let her play with them . To cheer her up , Grover offers to share a box of raisins . Prairie offers some of her cheese sandwich in return . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Two for the Show Robin the Frog and Sweetums both want to be in the show , but Kermit thinks that Robin is too small and Sweetums is too big . After helping out around the theater , Robin and Sweetums realize that they are good at fixing things , and they take on the motto , " No job too big or too small . " Meanwhile , Kermit has trouble with the big finale , a performance of " Jack and the Beanstalk " starring that night ' s guest star , a bouncing armadillo named Andy . This book was also released as a book and record set . It was reissued as a book and tape set by Golden in 1986 , with a catalog number of 13978 .
Ruthie Ruthie was the affable owner of the Finders Keepers second - hand store , which was located " Around the Corner " on Sesame Street . When the " Around the Corner " area was removed from the show , Ruthie continued to appear in inserts through Season 32 , usually in costume as other characters .
Mirinda Craver The Mirinda Craver was featured in a series of Mirinda ads . The character was a green creature who craved Mirinda soft drinks , and would often do whatever it took to get one . The character was performed by Bob Payne with Louise Gold , Dave Holman , and Faz Fazakas assisting . The Craver was envisioned in initial sketch designs with more vibrant colors ( purple , red , and orange ) , which ultimately changed to deeper shades of green . The puppet had complex facial mechanisms that mobilized his eyes and hair ( which twirled around when he guzzled down his desired drink ) . Sources . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Pinocchio The Adventures of Pinocchio is a classic children ' s book by Italian author Carlo Collodi . Originally serialized , it was published as a novel in 1883 . The story is about a woodcarver named Geppetto and his marionette , Pinocchio , who magically comes to life . Geppetto becomes a father figure to the little wooden boy , but Pinocchio eventually leaves his home . Over the course of his adventures , he is reunited with Geppetto and eventually turned into a real boy by the Blue Fairy who brought him to life in the first place . " The Adventures of Pinocchio " has been adapted many times , but the version that modern audiences are most familar with is Walt Disney ' s 1940 animated feature film " Pinocchio " . Both the story and its title character have been adapted and referenced in several Muppet and Creature Shop productions .
Gilbert Gottfried Gilbert Gottfried ( b . 1955 ) is a stand - up comedian with a deliberately loud and obnoxious stage persona . A cast member of " Saturday Night Live " for the 1980 - 1981 season , Gottfried appeared in only twelve episodes before being released for a re - tooling of the show . " The Cosby Show " would be his next break , where Gottfried honed his trademark persona . Aside from stand - up , Gottfried has also appeared in the " Problem Child " movies ( with John Ritter ) , was a regular on " The Tonight Show " with Jay Leno , and " Hollywood Squares " . His distinct voice has also been featured as Iago in Disney ' s " Aladdin " , Mr . Mxyzptlk on " Superman : The Animated Series " , Digit on " Cyberchase " , and was the voice of the duck in Aflac commercials . For the latter , in some spots , Gottfried ' s voice was attached to a Jim Henson ' s Creature Shop animatronic incarnation of the duck .
Muppet Babies Halloween costumes ( Simplicity ) In 1989 , pattern - maker Simplicity released two pattern sets for " Muppet Babies " Halloween costumes . One set made Baby Piggy and Baby Kermit costumes . The costumes featured a hooded design , and showed Baby Piggy in a frilly dress and Baby Kermit in his sailor suit . Included were instructions for how to make matching foot coverings and decorated Baby Kermit and Baby Piggy pumpkins for collecting candy . The pattern number was S 9346 . The other set made Baby Fozzie , Baby Gonzo and Baby Animal costumes .
19 19 is a number that comprises the sequence of digits " 1 " and " 9 " of the — the most widely used numeral system in the world . It is the eighth prime number . 19 is also the age of Princess Melora in " The Frog Prince " , as recounted in the song " I ' m Nineteen . " A Muppet 19 appeared with Count von Count in a " Number of the Day " skit .
Zebediah Zebediah was the grizzled cook in a late 1970s sketch on " Sesame Street " , where Grover ( as a lumberjack ) wanted to be first to eat , but ended up being trampled by a number of stereotypical French lumberjacks ( and one bear ) who get to the table first . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Film & TV Music Conference The Film & TV Music Conference is an annual event established in 2001 by " Billboard " magazine and " The Hollywood Reporter " . The event consists of a two - day seminar on the role of music in film and television with live discussion panels featuring music supervisors , composers , directors , music editors , songwriters and producers . The 2011 conference was held in October at the Rennaissance Hotel in Hollywood . It featured a panel called " The Music of the Muppets " with special guests Bill Barretta , Christophe Beck , Jeannie Lurie , Paul Williams , and James Bobin , amongst other producers and arrangers for the music created for " The Muppets " .
Princess Sleepy Princess Sleepy is the title character in a " Sesame Street " fairy tale read by Luis to two of the kids in the park . . A handsome prince ( performed by Kevin Clash ) encounters her in the forest and tries several methods to awaken her . He finally gives her a kiss . . . at which point the prince becomes a frog , and Princess Sleepy awakens . Princess Sleepy wants to reward the frog by taking him to her father ' s castle and having the citizens gather flies for him , but the princely frog resists and runs off . The pair eventually run past Luis and the kids . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Behind the Ears Preview Behind the Ears Preview was a short - form interstital series that aired on Disney Channel in the 1990s . When Disney Channel began airing " Muppets Tonight " in 1997 , Kermit the Frog , Gonzo , and Rizzo the Rat appeared in a number of Behind the Ears segments for Disney Channel , talking about the channel and about " Muppets Tonight " . The segments were written by Jim Lewis and Jim Janicek , and directed by Janicek . Bear of " Bear in the Big Blue House " also hosted a Behind the Ears Preview from the Big Blue House wherein he showed viewers around the house and introduced his friends .
Bridget Fonda Bridget Fonda ( b . 1964 ) starred as the title character in the Creature Shop - effects TV movie " Snow Queen " . The granddaughter of Henry Fonda and niece of Jane Fonda , Bridget Fonda made her film debut in " Easy Rider " ( with father Peter ) , as a child extra . She returned to screen acting in the 1980s and played key roles in " Shag " , " Scandal " , and " Frankenstein Unbound " before her breakout role in " The Godfather Part III " . Later movie credits include " Little Buddha " , " Doc Hollywood " ( opposite Michael J . Fox ) , " It Could Happen to You " , " City Hall " , " A Simple Plan " , " Finding Graceland " , " Jackie Brown " , " Monkeybone " , and " Kiss of the Dragon " .
Regina Halmich Regina Halmich ( b . 1976 ) is a German boxer and world champion title holder , as designated by the Women ' s International Boxing Federation . Her record boasts 48 wins , one loss , and one draw . She was interviewed by Feli Felu in a 2004 episode of " Sesamstrasse " .
FAO Schwarz FAO Schwarz was founded in 1862 and holds the distinction of being the oldest toy company in the United States . Their former New York City flagship store was a popular tourist attraction , and remained in operation until July 2015 . In 1984 , Jim Henson and his team created a Muppet boutique , cited as the first " shop - within - a - shop , " which opened in FAO Schwarz ' s flagship location . The boutique highlighted " The Muppets Take Manhattan " , and prominently featured the Muppet Babies ( who would get their own boutique at Macy ' s later that year ) . Years later , The Muppet Whatnot Workshop opened in 2008 . In 1997 , Elmo was featured on the cover of the store ' s official catalog . A " Fraggle Rock " boutique opened in April 2013 to commemorate the show ' s 30th anniversary . In addition to featuring merchandise , concept artwork and props from the original show are on display .
Gold Tuxedo Gonzo Action Figure This version of the Gonzo Action Figure in a gold tuxedo was produced by Palisades Toys as an industry giveaway for the 2004 New York Toy Fair . He was packaged in a polybag . Since it was not publicly sold , this figure is very rare .
Fraggle Rock HBO Press Pack Press Pack issued by HBO in 1982 . A4 size folder with Michael . K . Friths Fraggle Rock logo on the cover , which opens to reveal a music booklet with 4 track flexi disc and lyrics , glossy photos and production notes about the show , performers and selected episodes . The Folder opens up again to reveal a complex highly detailed 3D POP - UP scene featuring the Fraggle 5 , Gorgs ' garden , Doc ' s Workshop and the Trash Heap , Travelling Matt also stands up on the opposite page .
Episode 319 : If I Were a Tree It ' s story time for the Baby , and Grandma Ethyl reads him a tale about a dinosaur ( Earl ) who is pushing down trees when a thunderstorm approaches . Just as he is about to push down a large tree , lightning simultaneously strikes him and the tree causing them to exchange souls . The Tree is excited to learn it has become a dinosaur , able to move freely . In the Sinclair home , the Tree , as Earl , is thoughtful and kind causing confusion amongst his family . Meanwhile , the real Earl is besides himself being stuck in a Tree ' s body with a pesky bird and animal living in him . The Tree , as Earl , confronts B . P . Richfield about the ruination of the Earth and Richfield commits him to a mental institution . This , coupled with the daily hardships of dinosaur life , causes the Tree to return to the forest . During this time , Earl is in a race to save the creatures living in him because he is marked for clearing . Both realize they have to return to their original forms and unite in trying to save the forest .
The Lion ' s Den The Lion ' s Den was seen in an episode of " The Secret Life of Toys " . Built by Penny and Simon , the lion ' s den is the home of a lion that they made up . If a toy breaks the Nono " Never go into the Lion ' s Den " , the lion will gobble it up and spit out its hat and shoes . According to Rugby , at least .
Pamela Brandt Pamela Brandt ( 1947 - 2015 ) was a musician and songwriter and a member of the band The Deadly Nightshade . She appeared with the group on " Sesame Street " in multiple segments , playing bass . She also co - wrote several " Sesame " songs with former bandmate Helen Hooke , including " Wheels on My Feet . " After Deadly Nightshade disbanded , Brandt was a member of Michael Callen ' s band Lowlife , on bass and vocals , in the 1980s . She shifted to writing , including food reviews and travel pieces , and co - wrote " The Girls Next Door : Into the Heart of Lesbian America " . She also formed a new all - woman rock band , Cactus Rose , which performed in Miami .
Celanese Chemical Company In 1963 , Jim Henson was hired by the Celanese Chemical Company ’ s ad agency to provide two pillow puppets , performed by Henson and Jerry Juhl , for a 60 - second spot . Unlike other commercials at the time , Jim Henson did not produce these ads . Over the next year or two , the advertising manager from the Celanese Company , Frank Cosmen , discussed other projects with Jim Henson , including an idea to have Rowlf perform at their spring sales meeting which ultimately did not happen . Jim Henson was more intrigued with the opportunity to make a 15 - 20 minute film to be used on television and in stores . It was to launch a multi - year campaign and include new characters that could appear in print ads , as merchandise and at live sales shows . Jim Henson ' s notes included things like “ 2 kids on a quest ” , “ mythical animals ” , “ action – humor – charm ” , and “ visit planets ” . Jim Henson and Jerry Juhl wrote up a two - page proposal detailing their concept which , in many ways , had a lot in common with what would become " Fraggle Rock " . The story would follow , “ … one or two warm , lovable , friendly creatures and contrast them with many different wild and wooly - weird creatures nobody ’ s ever seen before . ” The show would have original music and a storyline that would be , “ … a fast paced adventure done in a humorous and whimsical style . ” But most importantly , Jim Henson and Jerry Juhl explained , “ … we hope to sneak in a couple of subtle moral themes . For instance , brotherhood would never be mentioned outright , but we would see that on one planet , all colors of creatures live peacefully together . ”
Felix the Fearless Felix the Fearless is a tan Fraggle with green and gray hair who serves as head of the Fraggle Rescue Squad on " Fraggle Rock " . He possesses a high - pitched voice which contrasts with his name and reputation ( as well as his oversized outfit ) , and values bureaucracy over practical methods . He appeared in " " and " " . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _
Åsmund Huser Åsmund Huser ( b . 1950 ) performs Bjarne Betjent on " Sesam Stasjon " , the Norwegian co - production of " Sesame Street " . Huser is one of Norway ' s most pofilic puppeteers , having performed such characters as Tøfflus the talking slipper in the televized advent calendar " Jul i Skomakergata " ( " Christmas in Shoemaker ' s Street " ) , two glove - like creatures called Smitt and Smule in the children ' s series " 3 - 4 - 5 " ( which also featured Geir Børresen as Labbetuss the sheepdog ) and Raffen the giraffe in the children ' s series " Portveien 2 . " He ' s also produced and performed in several puppet shows for stage . His most prolific non - puppet role to date was Napoleon , the baker ' s ghost , in the award - winning children ' s TV series " Uhu ! " External links . _ _ NOWYSIWYG _ _