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Monty Python's Personal Best In 1969 the Pythons entered the entertainment scene with the premiere of Monty Python's Flying Circus on the BBC. In 1974, PBS stations introduced American audiences to the witty lunacy of Monty Python, and the rest as they say is history. Beginning in February, WHYY TV-12 will feature Monty Python's Personal Best — six new one-hour specials showcasing the groundbreaking comedians with new footage and original clips. Each show focuses on one member of the original Monty Python troupe — Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin — showcase favorite clips from the group's television series and movies, mixed with new footage. The five living Pythons — Cleese, Idle, Gilliam, Palin and Jones — each produce and write their own episodes, with the five collaborating on a sixth special to honor deceased member Chapman. In celebration of their showing, and of Monty Python in general, WHYY is pleased to invite you to an evening of Pythonesque lunacy featuring dead parrots, fish slapping, arguments and a screening of clips from Monty Python's Personal Best and lots of audience participation including:
Audience will serve as judges for all contests and fabulous prizes will be awarded to winners. Skit participants must register in advance by calling 215.351.1690. Up to 8 people may be registered in the same skit. RSVP online or call (215) 351-0511 |
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