The "Muppet Guys" reveal their most memorable, exciting and challenging moments on set

[@cpt.dr.hawkeye1740]

Never refer to muppet performers as "voices." The voice is only one aspect of their performance. They embody every aspect of these characters far beyond the voice.

[@ItWILLbeWONDERFUL_THERE]

EXACTLY. PERFORMERS. FULL aspect of acting, singing, ...all of it!

[@tysargent9647]

I'd only refer to Muppet performers as the voice of a Muppet if they only performed the voice of that Muppet. For example, in Fraggle Rock: Rock On, Boober's regular performer, Dave Goelz, only provided his voice: he was puppeteered by John Tartaglia. Same with Uncle Matt and Wembley (the latter of whom was voiced by Frankie Cordero).

[@cpt.dr.hawkeye1740]

@@tysargent9647 well there are always exceptions where dubbing is necessary. For instance, when two characters of the same performer have to be in a scene together, or like they mention sometimes there are injuries or circumstances where they may need to have someone fill in for them... But regardless, there is always a physical connection to the original performer, regardless of whoever happens to be assisting or standing in for them. They are the full embodiment of the soul of who those characters are and the voice is only one aspect of that.

[@jccw227]

Well, that’s one way to conquer your fear.

[@KendrickHarrisKenfinity]

"It's time to light the lights" and find out so much more about our unique and talented performers. Stay safe everyone!

[@Dominion-1]

Wow, they look like they really had fun and appreciation of working with one another.

[@ChristianAVS]

You can see how their chemistry transcends through the muppet.

[@theremixphilly]

I love them busting on each other so much. You can see it is out of such love.

[@batmous]

Something I REALLY wanna ask any of these guys, or really any past or current Muppeteer, is "Have you ever caught yourself having an entire back-and-forth conversation with one of your muppet characters?"

[@JohannaLeigh]

I bet they have. There's a clip with Carroll Spinney and Oscar.

[@ozharms]

The 1982 book “Of Muppets and Men” by Christopher Finch tells a story of the late Muppet performer Richard Hunt (Scooter, Janice, Beaker, etc.) where he just talks to Scooter on his arm for like five minutes.

[@TimsEnthusiastGarage]

Wow. So much respect for these artists. It would be truly challenging to live life after being a Muppet performer. They are truly part of their personalities and lives

[@omarsoliman2355]

Brilliant!! They are relating to these characters as tho they are so real,... like real fully realized individuals. They are so real to us too.

[@JohannaLeigh]

Oh my gosh, Frank! Talk about going above and beyond the call!

[@fool4singing]

I've heard that Frank Oz based Bert on his Grandmother.

[@bettytigers]

Joy and inspiration to listen to. Thanks for sharing!

[@68Polara500]

What an awesome interview! Just purchased the The Muppet Guys movie. Can't wait to watch it!

[@PoissonVisageStudios]

It's really good. A bit pricey, I think with VAT it was about $11, but I'm a big Muppet fan so it was very interesting, I just wish it was a bit longer.

[@Cml725]

I hope to get it someday, a little strapped money-wise at the moment.

[@mesquitegirl2013]

@@PoissonVisageStudios agreed

[@MetFanMac]

You can just feel the camaraderie emanating off them.

[@stevenjones3822]

My favorite of all time was Gonzo

[@Cml725]

This was great!

[@tedsowards]

It’s unfair that we don’t get to hang out with the Muppet guys

[@Ali_E90]

Happy to find this video but kinda disappointing to see they are referred as "The Voice of...." they are performers and gosh characters' body language and attitude is soooo important...

[@lillieanag6394]

THE’RE BACK!!!😆😆😆

[@Asukenick]

I wish Steve was there.

[@cjastuff1248]

Even if Steve was not fired, he still would not be there most likely, as the Documentary they were promoting was made before Steve got fired.

[@erectilereptile7383]

Caleb Mayfield cause Disney’s a dick.

[@erectilereptile7383]

Caleb Mayfield the real reason was because Disney was forcing Steve to make Kermit do things Jim wouldn’t have felt respectful. Steve didn’t want to turn Kermit into a brand who was always into social media and promoting things. I can totally agree with him on that actually. Disney claims they fired Steve for “misconduct” but I’m calling bullshit. They’re such a corrupt company it’s ridiculous. Disney is a cold-hearted money making machine that cares about nothing more but money.

[@bluescluessuperagent]

​@Caleb Mayfield we don't really have any real reaosons. Each side is going to argue their points. Steve's point is that he was fighting for union rights and disliked certain things they were doing with the Muppets so he was vocal about it, on the flip side the Henson children and Disney are arguing Steve was difficult to work with and refused to participate in smaller events that required him for Kermit or that he refused to train any understudies. The Henson children go on to state that they regret not firing him before selling to Disney as they felt he would be a problem. so the truth is somewhere in the middle. Like honestly if Steve was so hard to work with, he wouldn't have lasted this long. On the flip side, Steve could have rubbed the brass the wrong way. Or maybe it was a straight up labor dispute. these kinds of things always have ego involved by both sides, either justified or not. Frank Oz did call his firing sad and said if there were any issues with Steve, they weren't on set. So barring Jim Henson's spirit descending from Heaven, Frank Oz is probably the best vote of confidence you can get

[@queenmedesa]

@@erectilereptile7383 I wonder what Jim would have thought of that crap about Kermit divorce and his new pig girlfriend

[@jsd-eh6lw]

Too bad they cut out Barretta’s story where he performed a pig Muppet on a stunt plane and trying not to lose his lunch at the same time. I remember where that moment was from, Things That Fly (kzbin.info/www/bejne/faHVZmyZlJ55sNE). I realize it wasn’t a great experience for Bill, but I honestly think this was one of my favorite Muppet moments.

[@rvpstudioscanada3991]

So now they are all retired.. WHO will be taking over their roles?

[@maxluther8902]

rvpstudioscanada Bill and Dave aren’t retired, and Frank’s and Fran’s characters have found new performers

[@tysargent9647]

@@maxluther8902 But you have to admit, Dave's time on Earth will begin to tick away one day. I only hope they find a replacement for Gonzo before Dave Goelz reunites with Jim Henson, to show that Gonzo will live on beyond Dave Goelz.

[@georgerobertson7010]

@@tysargent9647 who would be a replacement for Gonzo?

[@tysargent9647]

@@georgerobertson7010 Within the current Muppet lineup, I'd say Drew Massey.

[@JohannaLeigh]

Poor Gonzo in the early seasons seemed so woebegone. I'mglad he jazzed up as the show progressed.

[@cameronheidelauf9623]

Sesame Street needs to bring back prairie dawn back