Monty Python's Spamalot: Harry Groener is the new King Arthur

Harry Groener becomes Spamalot's third King Arthur when he assumes the role this evening at the Shubert Theatre.

Harry Groener's previous Broadway credits include 'Crazy For You', 'Cats' and 'Oklahoma'. He has also appeared on TV in 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer', 'The West Wing' and other popular TV shows. Film work includes 'Patch Adams' and 'Dance With Me'.

Spamalot, opened at Shubert Theatre on the 17 Mar 2005 following previews from the 14 Feb 2005. The show is currently booking to the 4 Jun 2006.

Spamalot, a new musical ripped-off from the internationally famous comedy teams most popular motion picture, 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail', features a book by Eric Idle, based on the screenplay of 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' by Monty Python creators Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin, with an entirely new score featuring music and lyrics by Eric Idle and John Du Prez, along with three songs from the 1975 film.

Spamalot, is produced on Broadway by Ostar Boyett Productions. The production is directed by Mike Nichols; choreographed by Casey Nicholaw; sets and costumes by Tim Hatley; lighting by Hugh Vanstone ; and musical direction by Todd Ellison.

Spamalot's cast includes Steve Kazee (Sir Lancelot), Martin Moran (Sir Robin), Michael McGrath (Patsy), Steve Rosen (Sir Bedevere) and Lauren Kennedy (The Lady of the Lake).

Spamalot tells the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, and their quest for the Holy Grail. The musical features a chorus line of dancing divas and knights, flatulent Frenchmen, killer rabbits and one legless knight.

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