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CAMBRIDGE – Drayton Entertainment is pleased to announce a star-studded cast for Monty Python’s no-holds-barred, Tony award-winning musical Spamalot. This hotly anticipated production will ensure laughter is centre stage this spring when it gallops into the Dunfield Theatre Cambridge from May 6th to May 24th.
A flying cow, a killer rabbit, cross-dressing cheerleaders and flatulent knights are just some of the absurd characters in this laugh-out-loud comedy, which is lovingly ripped off from the landmark film, Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Retelling the classic tale of Camelot, this tongue-in-cheek production follows King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table on their infamous quest for the Holy Grail. It’s a clever parody that’s packed with unforgettable musical numbers such as, “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life,” “The Song That Goes Like This,” “I Am Not Dead Yet,” and “The Diva’s Lament (Whatever Happened to My Part?).”
“Monty Python’s Spamalot played to sold-out houses and rave reviews at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse in 2013, leaving audiences clamoring for more,” says Alex Mustakas, Artistic Director of Drayton Entertainment. “Its cult-status following mixed with mainstream appeal makes it a show I am eager for Cambridge audiences to experience – especially since it features many of the same comedic performers who made the St. Jacobs productions so memorable.”
Victor A. Young will wear his crown again as the daffy yet noble King Arthur. One of Canada’s preeminent actors, Young was recently seen by Waterloo Region audiences as Reverend Moore in the sold-out production of Footloose and Grimsby in Disney’s The Little Mermaid.
Eddie Glen, whom audiences may recognize as the silly car salesman Sid Barzini from The Last Resort and as Monsieur Thenardier from last season’s Les Misérables, is back as Sir Robin. Nick Settimi, who recently entertained audiences as the loveable Lion in The Wizard of Oz, returns as King Arthur’s beleaguered side kick Patsy, while Stephen Patterson, who has played numerous roles in major productions across Canada and the U.S., returns as the dashing Sir Galahad the Handsome.
Fresh from his role as the endearing Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, Jamie McKnight will take on the daffy role of Prince Herbert as well as many other hilarious cameo roles. In her Drayton Entertainment debut, accomplished Canadian actress Jennifer Lyon will delight audiences with her divine diva antics as The Lady of the Lake.
This highly entertaining production also features other Drayton Entertainment favourites including Keith Savage as the oddly flatulent Sir Bedevere, and Liam Tobin, who won hearts as Lieutenant Joseph Cable in South Pacific last season, as Sir Lancelot.
The exceptional ensemble cast includes Robert Allan, Danielle Benton, Rachel Clark, Michael Donald, Dani Jazzar, Nicholas Nesbitt and Christine Watson.
And, to make this production ostensibly authentic, the voice of God is read by none other than creator and Monty Python alumni, Eric Idle.
Mustakas himself will lead the Creative Team as Director. He is joined by Choreographer Lisa Stevens, Music Director Steve Thomas and Lighting Designer Kevin Fraser.
“Both die-hard fans of Monty Python and those uninitiated to this absurd brand of comedy will enjoy this ridiculously funny and witty production,” says Mustakas. “It’s really the perfect show for anyone who enjoys a good laugh.”
Monty Python’s Spamalot is proudly sponsored by Commercial Print Craft Ltd. and Sketchley Cleaners. Media Sponsors are 2day FM 107.7 Stratford and Forever Young Magazine. The Design Sponsors are Big Footprints Design, Print & Display and UBU Hair & Body. Visual Technology is powered by Christie Digital Systems of Canada Inc. The 2015 Season Media Sponsor is CTV.
Don’t miss your chance to see the show critics call "riotous good fun" and "hilarious, delivering belly laugh after belly laugh." Regular performance tickets are $42.00 for adults; $25.00 for youth under 20 years of age. Tickets for preview performances scheduled before the official opening and groups of 20 or more are $34.00. HST is applicable to all ticket prices.
Monty Python’s Spamalot runs May 6th through May 24th. Tickets can be purchased in person at Dunfield Theatre Cambridge, online at www.dunfieldtheatrecambridge.com or by calling the Box Office at (519) 519-621-8000 or toll free at 1-855-drayton (372-9866).
Photo: Cast of Spamalot. ©2015 BankoMedia.
2015-04-20
Cambridge: "Monty Python's Spamalot" runs at the Dunfield Theatre May 6-24