Rudolf Nureyev
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Baby, it’s problematic outside…and we love it? Sam may not be happy about Rudolf Nureyev’s decision to mostly avoid classical ballet on The Muppet Show, but we think it makes him an all-time great guest…if maybe not an all-time great actor. Will he tap dance his way into your heart or is something missing? Put on your tux and listen to our latest episode!
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Bouncing Baby GIFs
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This looks much dirtier in GIF form than it did on the show
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Muppeturgy.
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Jeez, we get it, just unsubscribe.
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Cooper Nielsen realness
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Seriously though we need this outfit
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If I had a nickel...
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You know, for kids!
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We don't condone Piggy's behavior but this is relatable
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This pool does not need to exist
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Sam auditions for the role of Joseph Bouquet
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The crew during a no fly performance of Wicked
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Dead Muppets CAN look alive
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Hark! A fat joke!
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The costume and the dancing are amazing though.
With Our Very Special Guest Star…Rudolf Nureyev!
Rudolf Nureyev hanging out in Toronto between 1965-71. pic.twitter.com/ZugWz9EoOa
— Old Toronto Series (@oldTOseries) January 6, 2022
Rudolf Nureyev and Veronica Tennant at the O’Keefe Centre in 1972. credit: Toronto Star pic.twitter.com/dwu37wpKbl
— Old Toronto Series (@oldTOseries) January 6, 2022
At The Dance
Miscellaneous Muppeturgy


The Question Is...Who Cares?
This isn’t the same dancer from Swine Lake, but you get the idea.
We found it!