Ep 18. The Entertainer

In this episode of The Flintstones titled "The Entertainer", Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble try their hand at being entertainment managers when they discover a talented musical group while out on a picnic. The group is called the "Water Buffalo Quartet" and consists of four buffaloes who sing and play instruments in beautiful harmony. Despite the initial reluctance of the group to perform professionally, Fred and Barney convince them to give it a shot by booking a local venue for their debut performance.

The majority of the episode is focused on Fred and Barney's attempts to manage and promote the Water Buffalo Quartet. They go around town putting up posters and handing out flyers to try and drum up interest in the show. Even their wives, Wilma and Betty, get involved by spreading the word to their friends. There are some humorous moments as Fred and Barney engage in shameless self-promotion, dressing up in silly costumes and running around shouting about the show.

As the day of the performance approaches, Fred and Barney become increasingly nervous about whether or not the quartet will be a success. They worry that they haven't done enough promotion and that no one will show up. Meanwhile, the Water Buffalo Quartet themselves remain skeptical about whether or not anyone will appreciate their unique talents.

Finally, the night of the performance arrives, and the quartet takes to the stage in front of a packed audience. The group's nervousness quickly fades away as they begin to sing and play their hearts out, wowing the crowd with their beautiful music. The audience is thrilled, and Fred and Barney are ecstatic at the success of their first foray into entertainment management.

The episode ends with the Water Buffalo Quartet being offered a contract for a series of shows, and Fred and Barney eagerly accepting on their behalf. The two friends can't wait to see what the future holds for their new musical discovery.

Overall, "The Entertainer" is a heartwarming and humorous episode that showcases the power of friendship and the joy of discovering new talents. It's a classic example of the kind of wholesome, family-friendly entertainment that The Flintstones is known for, and will no doubt delight viewers of all ages.