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Character Breakdown: THE COTTAGE Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 24, 2023

What is The Cottage all about? In this video, we are chatting with the cast to find out!

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for THE VERY EXCELLENT MR. DUNDEE
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 21, 2020

Paul Hogan plays himself in this raucous comedy.

VIDEO: John Cleese Reveals the Key to Creativity on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - Sep 10, 2020

John Cleese talks about the connection between play and creativity and opens up about his creative process.

#TBT: SPAMALOT Finds Its Grail on Broadway!
by Linnae Medeiros - Mar 14, 2019

Fourteen years ago today, Monty Python officially came to Broadway with the opening of SPAMALOT at the Shubert Theatre! In honor of the occasion, we're looking on the bright side of life and throwing it back to the show's 2005 Tony Awards performance featuring Sara Ramirez in the role that won her a Tony! Check out the footage below to find your grail!

BWW Exclusive: First Listen- 'Blast Off' from AMERICAN GIRL LIVE!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 20, 2018

Experience American Girl® in an all-new musical, coming to a city near you! AMERICAN GIRL LIVE is a premiere stage production, featuring all-original songs and unforgettable experiences. Come along to sleepover camp with some new friends for an exciting summer away from home. As bold tales of bravery and friendship come to life, iconic American Girl characters lend a hand through story and song. Join your favorite American Girl characters and the campers as they follow their hearts, share their dreams, and learn the power of friendship.

VIDEO: John Cleese Talks Using His Autobiography as ID
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2018

On last night's Late Night with Seth Meyers, John Cleese explains why he hates staying at hotels and tells a story about using his autobiography as a form of identification. Check out the clip below!

VIDEO: On This Day, March 17- SPAMALOT Begins the Quest of Broadway Previews
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2017

On this day in 2005, Monty Python's SPAMALOT, the smash hit musical lovingly ripped-off from the internationally famous comedy team's most popular motion picture, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, began previews at the Shubert Theater on Broadway.

STAGE TUBE: Comedian John Cleese Says 'Political Correctness Can Lead to an Orwellian Nightmare'
by Christina Mancuso - Feb 3, 2016

In a video published on Big Think, Comedian John Cleese said, 'I'm offended every day. For example, the British newspapers every day offend me with their laziness, their nastiness, and their inaccuracy, but I'm not going to expect someone to stop that happening; I just simply speak out about it.'  He goes on to say, 'And the whole point about humor, the whole point about comedy, and believe you me I thought about this, is that all comedy is critical. Even if you make a very inclusive joke like how would you make God laugh? Answer: Tell him your plans. Now that's about the human condition; it's not excluding anyone.'

TV: In Rehearsal with the Starry Cast of SPAMALOT at the Hollywood Bowl; Plus Performance Sneak Peek!
by Michael Sterling - Jul 29, 2015

The much anticipated 2005 Tony Award-winning Best Musical - Monty Python's Spamalot - has finally arrived and is in rehearsal in Los Angeles for its July 31 - August 2, 2015 run at the historic Hollywood Bowl; and BroadwayWorld TV's own Michael Sterling was on hand to talk to the cast.

VIDEO: Comedy Legends John Cleese & Eric Idol to Hit the Road This October
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 15, 2015

Britain's living legends of comedy, John Cleese and Eric Idle perform in their must-see new show, John Cleese & Eric Idle: Together Again At Last…For The Very First Time.

VIDEO: John Cleese Talks Monty Python Reunion & More on LATE NIGHT
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 29, 2015

John Cleese stopped by last night's LATE NIGHT and revealed to Seth that he never liked Monty Python's 'Ministry of Silly Walks' sketch.

VIDEO: MONTY PYTHON Troupe Visits NBC's 'Tonight Show'!
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 24, 2015

On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, when Monty Python's John Cleese gets tired of sitting next to Terry Jones, he and Jimmy swap seats. Check out the appearance below!

STAGE TUBE: Watch Previews for PBS' SHAKESPEARE UNCOVERED with Morgan Freeman and David Harewood!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 3, 2015

The next episodes of PBS' SHAKESPEARE UNCOVERED features The Taming of the Shrew with Morgan Freeman (Friday, February 6, 2015 at 9 p.m.) and Othello with David Harewood (Friday, February 6, 2015 at 10 p.m.). Check out previews for the episodes below!

STAGE TUBE: Monty Python Bids Emotional Farewell at Final MONTY PYTHON LIVE (MOSTLY) Performance in London
by Stage Tube - Jul 22, 2014

The five surviving members of Monty Python just bid an emotional farewell in their final performance of MONTY PYTHON LIVE (MOSTLY) at London's O2 Arena. For the first time in more than three decades, Monty Python comedy legends John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin reunited on stage for this special, historic trip down memory lane. Watch a video of their curtain call below!

VIDEO: Monty Python Troupe Appears on BBC's GRAHAM NORTON SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 31, 2013

Comedy troupe Monty Python appeared on the BBC talk show THE GRAHAM NORTON SHOW for a Christmas reunion and will make an encore appearance on tonight's New Year's Eve show.

VIDEO: New Trailer - Disney's PLANES
by Movies News Desk - May 28, 2013

From above the world of 'Cars' comes 'Disney's Planes,' an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure featuring Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), a plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. Check out the newest trailer below!

TV: SPAMALOT Visits LA's Pantages Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 22, 2012

Monty Python's SPAMALOT, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical of 2005, will return to Los Angeles, playing a strictly limited one week engagement February 28 - March 4, 2012 at the Pantages Theatre. Tickets for Monty Python's SPAMALOT may be purchased online at www.BroadwayLA.org or by phone at 1-800-982-2787. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Pantages Box Office and all Ticketmaster outlets. Check out highlights from the show below!

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - John Cleese Guest Stars on NBC's WHITNEY
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 30, 2012

On Wednesday's episode of the NBC comedy WHITNEY entitled, 'Mind Games', Monty Python comedian John Cleese makes a gust appearance.

STAGE TUBE: Disney's WINNIE THE POOH Now Available on Blu-ray/DVD
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 1, 2011

WINNIE THE POOH is now available on Blu-ray/DVD from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment. The animated film is directed by Stephen J. Anderson and Don Hall, and narrated by John Cleese. It includes brand-new songs performed by Zooey Deschanel. The cast includes Jim Cummings, Craig Ferguson, Tom Kenny, Bud Luckey, Travis Oates, Jack Boulter and Kristen Anderson-Lopez.

STAGE TUBE: Robert Lopez & Kristen Anderson-Lopez on Bringing Music to WINNIE THE POOH
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 29, 2011

The new Disney animated feature WINNIE THE POOH was released in theaters nationwide in July 2011. John Cleese and Craig Ferguson are among the stars lending their voices to the film, which includes a new version of The Sherman Brothers classic, 'Winnie the Pooh', sung by actress Zooey Deschanel. Tony Award winner Lopez and his collaborator/wife Kristen Anderson-Lopez have composed several songs for an all new film. Anderson-Lopez also voices the character of ‘Kanga' in the film. Check out ani nterview with the duo below!

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