Ep 20. Guest: Carol Channing

The Muppet Show season 4 episode 20 features an iconic personality of the American stage and screen, Carol Channing, as the special guest. Likely, the episode will open with some goofiness from the Muppets themselves, maybe a musical number or a sketch involving some of the show's more beloved characters. As the audience settles in, out comes Carol Channing, a vibrant personality known for Tony Award-winning work and her ability to light up any room with her energy.

As with many episodes of The Muppet Show, the guest host's role goes beyond simply being interviewed. Carol Channing gets to hang out with the Muppets and participate in various sketches, perhaps where she plays a role in a classic fairy tale with the likes of Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy. Puppetry and production-wise, the episode will deliver the same quality as other episodes, with perhaps even more musical numbers since it features a Broadway legend.

Carol Channing's influence on the arts has been long-lasting. Her star turn in "Hello, Dolly!" became the benchmark by which other actresses played the same role. Channing is likely to demonstrate how skillful she is by singing some of her signature tunes. The performer's voice is distinctive, as she adds theatrical flourishes to her vocal stylings. Her performance on The Muppet Show will showcase the same upbeat and joyful energy, which made her performances so memorable.

It's easy to predict that there will be plenty of jokes and puns in this episode. The Muppet Show revels in its silliness, and even guest stars who are at the top of their games get in on the zaniness. Carol Channing is likely to match every Muppet's enthusiasm, displaying that she's a good humored person and capable of making fun of herself.

Some may be surprised to learn that Carol Channing has more still more talents beyond her stage work. She has written books and done voice acting. In fact, one of her last major projects was the voice of Grandmama in the animated series "The Addams Family." It's appropriate that she is a guest star for The Muppet Show, demonstrating once again how versatile and entertaining she can be across various media.

Overall, The Muppet Show season 4 episode 20 is a lighthearted and entertaining demo of the presenter's great energy and talent for comedy and music. The episode also helps show how big of a deal Carol Channing is to the entertainment industry, and it is delightful to see such a lovingly produced showcase of her many skills and talents. Indeed, fans of both the Muppets and Channing will enjoy this satisfying episode.