‘Spamalot’ to close on Broadway
The production is the first revival of the musical adapted from the movie Monty Python and the Holy Grail, and it opened at the St. James Theatre in October.
It is not dead quite yet. Spamalot has set its Broadway closing date, with its final performance set for April 7 at the St. James Theatre. At the time of closing, the musical will have played for 24 weeks.
Spamalot is adapted from Monty Python and the Holy Grail, which spoofs the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table on their quest to find the Holy Grail. Monty Python founding member and bookwriter/lyricist Eric Idle co-created the show with John Du Prez, who composed the music.
The show won the Tony Award for Best Musical in 2005 and ran until 2009. The current production, directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes, has run since October 31, 2023 and is the show’s first Broadway revival.
The current cast, who will be with the show at the time of closing, includes James Monroe Iglehart as King Arthur, Jonathan Bennett as Sir Robin, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer as The Lady of the Lake, Alex Brightman as Lancelot, Christopher Fitzgerald as Patsy, Ethan Slater as The Historian/Prince Herbert, Jimmy Smagula as Sir Bedevere, and Nik Walker as Sir Galahad.
New York Theatre Guide’s four-star Spamalot review reads, “Spamalot [...] gives every one of its principal cast members a chance to shine. And shine they do.”
Photo credit: Spamalot on Broadway in 2023. (Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman)
Frequently asked questions
What is Spamalot on Broadway about?
Find your grail at the first Broadway revival of this musical adaptation of Monty Python and the Holy Grail. A roundtable of Broadway favorites leads the cast, putting on a highly irreverent parody of Arthurian legend filled with gags galore.
Where is Spamalot on Broadway playing?
Spamalot on Broadway is playing at St. James Theatre. The theatre is located at 246 West 44th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.
How long is Spamalot on Broadway?
The running time of Spamalot on Broadway is 2hr 20min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What's the age requirement for Spamalot on Broadway?
The recommended age for Spamalot on Broadway is Ages 9+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for Spamalot on Broadway?
Book tickets for Spamalot on Broadway on New York Theatre Guide.
What are the songs in Spamalot?
Spamalot contains 23 musical numbers, and some of the most famous songs are "The Song That Goes Like This," "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life," and "Diva's Lament (What Ever Happened to My Part?)"
Who wrote Spamalot?
Spamalot is written by Eric Idle (book, music, and lyrics) and John Du Prez (music). Idle also co-wrote the screenplay for Monty Python and the Holy Grail, on which Spamalot is based, and is a founding member of Monty Python.
Who directed Spamalot?
Josh Rhodes directs and choreographs Spamalot on Broadway in 2023 after staging the production at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The show marks his Broadway directorial debut.
Is Spamalot appropriate for kids?
Spamalot is suitable for children ages 9 and up due to some brief adult themes. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Is Spamalot good?
Monty Python is timeless, and this Spamalot revival just proves the staying power of its humor. This Tony-winning Best Musical now features a cast of Broadway favorites, and it's not to be missed.
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