Spamalot

Spamalot is a musical based on the film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. It will open in Chicago on December 21, 2004; its title is a reference to the popular Spam sketch from Monty Python's Flying Circus as well as to the line from a song in the film: "We dine well here in Camelot/ We eat ham and jam and Spam a lot." The title was chosen to parody the original Camelot stage musical.

Eric Idle wrote the musical's book, and he collaborated with John Du Prez for the music and lyrics. It is being directed by Mike Nichols, but will feature none of the original Python actors. Well-known actors will include David Hyde Pierce (from the television show Frasier), Tim Curry (popular cult actor from Rocky Horror Picture Show and Clue), and Hank Azaria (voice actor from The Simpsons).