(Cover Photo: Amanda Robles as “The Lady of the Lake” in a moment from  "MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT" now playing at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston, MA. until October 11, 2026. Photo Courtesy tour website and MurphyMade)

By Kevin T. Baldwin

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"When you're chewing on life's gristle, don't grumble, give a whistle…and this'll help things turn out for the best..."

                                                               - ("Patsy") / Eric Idle and John du Prez

Boch Center Wang Theatre

Presents 

"MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT"

Limited Engagement!

Music, Lyrics and Book by Eric Idle 

Music by John Du Prez 

Based upon the movie "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" written by: Eric Idle, Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones and Michael Palin. 

Music composed by Eric Idle, Neil Innes and John Du Prez. 

Directed and Choreographed by Josh Rhodes 

Music Supervision and Additional Arrangements - John Bell 

Music Director Jonathan W. Gorst 

Cast Includes: Major Attaway as “King Arthur,” Sean Bell as “Sir Robin,” Chris Collins-Pisano as “Sir Lancelot,” Ellis C. Dawson III as “Sir Bedevere,” Leo Roberts as “Sir Galahad,” Amanda Robles as “The Lady of the Lake,” Blake Segal as “Patsy,” Steven Telsey as “The Historian/Prince Herbert,” Emilie Renier as “Swing/Dance Captain.” 

Ensemble: Lindsay Lee Alhady, Delaney Benson, Connor Coughlin, Leeds Hill, L’ogan J’ones, Graham Keen, Claire Kennard, Ben Lanham, Nathaniel Mahone, Meridien Terrell.

Swing: Jack Brewer, Jonathan Bryant, Kendall LeShanti, Maddie Mossner, Mark Tran Russ. 

Additional Creative Team: 

Scenic and Projection Design - Paul Tate dePoo III; Costume Design - Jen Caprio; Lighting Design - Cory Pattak; Sound Design - Kai Harada and Haley Parcher; Hair and Wig Design - Tom Watson; Dialect Coach - Patrick Mulryan; Orchestrator - Larry Hochman; Music Arranger - Glen Kelly; Associate Director - Derek Kolluri; Associate Choreographer - Michael Fatica; Production Stage Manager - Matthew Brooks; Social Media - The Social Team; Tour Booking, Marketing and Publicity - Bond Theatrical; Technical Supervision - Sightline Productions; Company Manager - James Neal; General Management - RCI Theatricals, Joe Christopher, Kevin Greene; Casting - Geoff Josselson Casting, Geoff Josselson, CSA, Felicia Rudolph, CSA.

Performances:

October 6, 2026 through October 11, 2026 

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BOCH CENTER WANG THEATRE, 270 Tremont Street, Boston, MA. 02116 

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(Warning: The following review contains spoilers)

As part of its quest to entertain by a dictate of the masses, the Broadway juggernaut "MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT" arrives at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston. 

The musical, based on the 1975 movie "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," was written by Emeritus "Pythoner" Eric Idle with music co-written by Idle, John Du Prez and Neil Innes. 

For those of you who skipped the credits above at the beginning of the article just to get to this review, the original movie was written by Idle along with fellow Pythoners Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones and Michael Palin. 

To anyone attending who is already familiar with the movie and the extensive "Monty Python" legacy, most of the show's references will reverberate and they might be the ones in the audience smiling and laughing the loudest. 

No. Not "might" - they will be. 

However, even if you haven't the foggiest idea as to how some "Python named 'Monty' has anything to do with an additive made up of pork and ham meat, salt, water, potato starch, sugar, and sodium nitrite" this musical is still side-splitting fun. 

The original Broadway run of "SPAMALOT," which completed 1,575 performances, was directed by Mike Nichols and received 14 Tony Award nominations, winning in three categories, including Best Musical. 

The original production also contained a veritable treasure trove of talent starring Tim Curry (R.I.P.) as the mythical "King Arthur." 

Along with Curry was a dynamite supporting cast which included Worcester native Michael McGrath (also R.I.P.), Hank Azaria, David Hyde Pierce, Christian Borle - and Sara Ramirez, who would go on to win the Tony that season for Best Featured Actress in a Musical.  

As mentioned, some of the musical's material came from sources other than the "Holy Grail" movie. In the movie, Neil Innes wrote the tunes "Knights of the Round Table" and "Brave Sir Robin."

Idle collaborated with John Du Prez on most of the "SPAMALOT" score, except for the song "Finland" which was written by Pythoner Michael Palin for "Monty Python's Contractual Obligation Album"; and the song "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life" which was written by Idle for the 1979 Python movie, "Monty Python's Life of Brian." 

The Monty Python team has always maintained the option of a single "killer veto" whereby any proposed idea by anyone in the group could be "nixed" by any one member of the team. 

A film adaptation of the musical had been underway in planning stages but Idle later confirmed the film was cancelled as two of the Pythoners vetoed the project. 

In the latest national tour now playing at the Boch Center Wang Theatre, the preposterous premise of the story follows King Arthur (Major Attaway) and his band of knights.

Armed with both a sword and impressive singing voice, Attaway gives a sterling portrayal of Arthur, although at the opening night performance, his lines came faster than a Norwegian Blue could fly off with a resounding"VOOM!" (lovely plumage). 

More on that in a bit.

Blake Segal, who plays Arthur's stalwart aide "Patsy" amuses greatly as the perfect sidekick for Attaway.

There is obvious chemistry between the two actors, with Segal displaying a staunch loyalty to - and deep sense of affection for - his King, especially during the number “I’m All Alone.” 

"I'm All Alone" is a somewhat ironic number, one that builds itself into a massive "UN-alone" number.

However, along with the show's signature tune, "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life," it is also the musical number in which the actors shine most as King Arthur and Patsy.

(Photo: Blake Segal as “Patsy” with two coconut halves and Major Attaway as “King Arthur” in a scene from the 2026 National Tour of "MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT," now playing at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston, MA. until October 11, 2026. Photo Courtesy tour website and MurphyMade)

Directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes, the touring production of "SPAMALOT is not only a comedic but also visceral delight, thanks to many revitalized graphics.

The return appearance of a certain "large wooden rabbit" (absent from the prior Hanover Theatre engagement last weekend) was a welcome sight.

The exceptional choreography by Rhodes is executed flawlessly by the ensemble with the on-brand "silliness factor" required. 

The orchestra also joins in the fun, becoming part of the show, which heightens the overall enjoyment of the experience. 

Since the show deals with a specific "type" of humor, i.e. the "Monty Python" brand of humor, it requires a firm grasp of the British absurdist colleagues which is so incredibly specific at times. 

Some of Idle's interwoven vignettes do occasionally drag on, especially in the show's second act, but this is instantly forgiven by most "Python" fans who would complain they didn't add MORE classic "Python" material. 

Other of Idle's more "naughty bits" happen so fast and subtly that they can be missed by the audience or simply fall flat. 

A shining star who completely is in sync with the "Pythonesque" humor is Amanda Robles, a tidal wave of talent as the "Lady of the Lake." 

Robles' is a vocal livewire, masterfully rendering featured songs such as "Find Your Grail" and "Whatever Happened to My Part?"

(Photo: The 2026 National Touring CAST of  "MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT," now playing at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston, MA. until October 11, 2026. Photo Courtesy tour website and MurphyMade)

Steven Telsey appears as "Not Dead Fred" in the song "I Am Not Dead Yet" with prospective knights "Robin" (Sean Bell) and "Lancelot" (Chris Collins-Pisano) and the ensemble.

It cannot be overstated just how integral the ensemble is to the successful execution of the entire show.  

In addition to "Fred," Telsey appears as our guide the "Historian," as well as "Herbert" who sings "Where Are You?" - standing out in many of the musical numbers, including the, um, exuberant "His Name Is Lancelot."  

A virtuoso performance comes from phenomenal vocalist Leo Roberts as "Galahad" who duets with Robles on "The Song That Goes Like This." 

Roberts, as with all those portraying kindred "knights" exists in that select group which completely embraces and conveys that much-required rhythm and execution of the Pythonesque brand of humor. 

Of all the numbers in "SPAMALOT," “You Won’t Succeed on Broadway” is perfectly animated via Sean Bell, as "Sir Robin," leading this number with an abundance of energy while supported by the versatile ensemble.

(Photo: Amanda Robles as “The Lady of the Lake” in a moment from the 2026 National Tour of  "MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT," now playing at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston, MA. until October 11, 2026. Photo Courtesy tour website and MurphyMade)

Costumes are spectacular and firmly in keeping with the original Broadway production. 

Technically, the show is quite more advanced than when it first debuted on Broadway, and certain lines and/or pop cultural references have been updated accordingly (bye-bye-bye Britney, hello Mrs. Kelce), but "SPAMALOT" still retains much of its original charm.

The bulk of scene transitions occur expeditiously if not seamlessly. 

in fact, even the dialogue was MUCH faster paced than previously seen opening night last weekend at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester. 

King Arthur, especially, rendered his lines so quickly that one felt he had an actual  horse to catch.

There was barely a moment when punctuation (like a comma or period) seemed present as Attaway recited most of his dialogue barely taking a beat, as if producers told him "Look - we all gotta be out of here by 10 - So, pick up the pace."

(Photo: The 2026 National Touring CAST of  "MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT," now playing at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston, MA. until October 11, 2026. Photo Courtesy tour website and MurphyMade)

Eric Idle once pointed out that (paraphrasing) "Python recognizes the form that it is in and calls attention to it" (be it television show, movie, book, record or, in the case of "SPAMALOT" a Broadway musical). 

It also does so successfully in a humorous manner rather than try forcing the material into attempting something it cannot achieve. 

This explains, in part, why the bulk of early Python sketches from their television show never had an "ending" and would simply, absurdly, transition to the next vignette.  

Under the direction of Rhodes, the touring production honors this legacy by taking this same approach resulting in seamless transitions from start to finish, even if the finish doesn't necessarily feel "finished." 

Whatever the destination, the touring production wisely and wittily calls attention to the town/city where it plays (Boston/Finland) and its respective venue (Boch Center Wang Theatre/Finland). 

(Photo: The 2026 National Touring CAST of  "MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT," now playing at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston, MA. until October 11, 2026. Photo Courtesy tour website and MurphyMade)

Before these valiant (and silly) knights once more depart to far-off (and sillier) lands, you must make it your quest to see this fabulously (silly) show while still in Massachusetts. 

"MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT" continues at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston, MA. until October 11th, 2026.  

Bring your own coconuts. 

"To horse!" 

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Approximately two hours, 30 minutes with one intermission.

Kevin T. Baldwin is a member of the American Theatre Critics Association (ATCA)

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ABOUT THE SHOW

The Tony Award-Winning Best Musical Comedy is BACK! 

 Hot off a critically acclaimed Broadway revival in 2023, "MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT" the Tony Award®-winning Best Musical, comes to Boston.  

Lovingly ripped off from the film classic "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," "SPAMALOT" features a book & lyrics by Eric Idle and music by John Du Prez and Eric Idle. 

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ABOUT THE WANG AND SHUBERT THEATRES

Just as the city and audience have evolved with the times, the Boch Center, as guardian of the WANG and SHUBERT THEATRES (and from 2012-15, the Center also managed the historic Emerson Colonial Theatre), has changed to meet the needs of its community. Uniquely using a Balanced Scorecard (a Fortune 500 management framework), strategy map, and strategic dashboard, the Boch Center ensures that our Theatres and programs stay relevant to the community we serve. Today, the Boch Center is considered a best practice institution and nonprofit arts leader. With the belief that arts make and keep us a civilized nation, the Boch Center is dedicated to providing high-quality, diverse and culturally relevant arts and entertainment, and arts education programming for New England residents and visitors.

ABOUT THE BOCH CENTER

The Boch Center is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit performing arts institutions and a guardian of the historic WANG and SHUBERT THEATRES. As New England’s largest cultural venue, the Boch Center is home to theater, classical and popular music, dance, comedy, opera, Broadway musicals, family entertainment, and more. Located in Boston’s historic Theater District, the Boch Center also offers a diverse mix of educational, cultural and community outreach initiatives, including the City Spotlights Leadership Program and the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame; collaborates with artists and local nonprofit arts organizations; preserves historic venues; and acts as a champion for Greater Boston’s arts and cultural community. 

Learn more at bochcenter.org.