Kermit the Frog once sang, "It isn't easy being green." Sadly, we all know this to be true. But Kermit, the unflappable frog that he is, has never let his color stand in the way of happiness.

This is a good thing. Perhaps the world's most famous Muppet could serve as an inspiration to green creatures around the globe. They could use a positive role model.

Take George the Dragon, for instance. A gainfully-employed fire-breather, George spends his days working in a castle owned by an evil wizard. His duties include, among other things, guarding the tower prison occupied by a succession of damsels in distress.

But a fulfilling career isn't enough for George. Something's missing. Something important. Could it be love?

This is the latest query posed to Highline audiences by the folks at the Breeder's Theater in their new show, Rescues, Inc.

Can a sensitive, green dragon find happiness in a forbidden inter-species relationship with a beautiful -- but intellectually vacant -- damsel and learn to express his emotions beyond the token fire-spewing grunts?

Pretty heavy stuff for a comedy, but if you know the routine with Breeder’s Theater and the EB Foote Winery, you can rely on good wine and some tasty hors d'ouevres to help you digest the philosophy of the evening.

An event with Breeder’s Theater begins, as always, with the tasting of two fine EB Foote wines. For white wine lovers, you are in luck. The 2004 Chardonnay and their famous Sweet Sherill III are offered before the start of Rescues, Inc. along with an appetizing array of hors d'oeuvres at the buffet table.

During intermission, EB Foote's 2003 Syrah and Cab-Merlot are served. And after the conclusion of our tale of an unlikely dragon-maiden friendship, their 2001 Merlot and 2001 Cabernet are brought out.

Yes, the white wines and the red wines are excellent, as usual. But what about the green guy? How does his story play out?

Well, a newspaper review would never give away the entire plot of a theatrical production, but this much can be revealed. Look for an evil wizard and his trio of minions, an enchantress, a couple of knights in not-so-shining armor, some non-traditional giant/dwarfs and an energetic narrator who can't help but impose himself into the story.

All the elements of a Breeder's Theater show that you have counted on are there. The totally silly story and music are written and composed by T.M. Sell. Nancy Warren displays her talents as the musical director, J. Howard Boyd provides his usual flair as director.

For all you veterans in BT's audience, just close your eyes and imagine BT regulars Julie Haakenson as the damsel in (sort of) distress, William Hamer as an evil wizard, Steve Coffey and Doug Knoop as rescuing knights and Martin J. Mackenzie as the narrator.

Oh yes ... you don't really have to work too hard to imagine Eric Hartley, the actor who "has appeared in every production at the winery,” as George the Dragon. Just close your eyes and visualize green ... lot's of it.

But you don't need a lot of the green stuff (a.k.a. money) to take in an evening of dragons and fine wine. Breeder's Theater shows are still only $20, which includes dragon entertainment, the tasting of six EB Foote wines and hors d'oeuvres. This is one of the best (and greenest) values in town. Kermit the Frog would be proud.

Be sure to dress warmly for the show, the basement winery is quite chilly this time of year. And don't forget to bring your funny bone. It is sure to be tickled with Rescues, Inc.

Performances continue through Feb. 5 at the EB Foote Winery, 127-B S.W. 153rd St. in Burien. Tickets are available at the winery and at Corky Cellars, 22511 Marine View Dr., in Des Moines.

Log onto www.breederstheater.com for all the information you'll need.