Laugh Your Way Across America: Monty Python's 'Spamalot' Embarks on US Tour
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{ "title": "Laugh Your Way Across America: Monty Python's 'Spamalot' Embarks on US Tour", "article": British comedy icon Eric Idle believes that a sense of humor is a universal language that transcends cultures and even galaxies. The founding member of Monty Python's Flying Circus, Idle is on a mission to spread laughter and joy across the US with the national touring production of his hit musical "Spamalot." This sidesplitting extravaganza, which kicks off in Ohio, will bring the absurd humor and wit of Monty Python to over 30 cities, including Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Las Vegas, and New York. "Laughter is essential – it's a relief and a corrective on how to look at life," Idle says. "It's about self-awareness, laughing at yourself and your own mortality, which we all share." "Spamalot" is a comedy musical like no other, blending drama, music, dance, and humor to create an unforgettable experience. The show's shenanigans include a group of knights fond of shrubbery, folks clicking coconuts to mimic horse hoofs, a singing plague victim, flatulent Frenchmen, and killer rabbits. Based on the 1975 movie "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," the stage tale follows King Arthur and his knights on a quest for the Holy Grail. Idle recalls that the original movie was made on a shoestring budget of $400,000, funded by rock stars like Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd. The director, Mike Nichols, was instrumental in bringing the show to life. "Mike knew everything about funny," Idle says. "He was the key to our success." The musical, which premiered on Broadway in 2005, won the Tony Award for Best New Musical. Idle has also published his diaries from the time, revealing the behind-the-scenes struggles and tense moments in making the show. One of the show's highlights is the Act II opening song "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life," which was borrowed from another Python film, "Life of Brian." The rousing final number, "Find Your Grail," is sure to leave audiences singing and dancing in the aisles. Idle's favorite moment was watching patrons leave the Broadway show singing "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life" and clicking coconuts they bought at the merch kiosk. "If you can just brighten people's lives to be silly in the street immediately afterwards, I think you've done a great job," he says. Monty Python's unique blend of satire, surrealism, and silliness has captivated audiences for decades. With "Spamalot," Idle and his team are bringing that same magic to a new generation of fans. The US tour of "Spamalot" promises to be an unforgettable experience, full of laughter, music, and joy. Don't miss your chance to join the quest for the Holy Grail and discover why "Spamalot" has become a cult classic.
