Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Who were the two old-timer Muppets who wisecracked from their box seats through "The Muppet Show" each week? "
The Muppet Show was the brainchild of Jim Henson, and featured the Muppets, a group of puppets and costumed characters. The general set up was a "live" variety show hosted by Kermit the Frog. Each episode featured several "on stage" sketches, usually starring the week's guest star, interspersed with backstage scenes.