ABOVE: Watch members of Monty Python talking about their reunion show.
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LONDON – Big news in the comedy world: Monty Python is set to reunite for a stage show.
Python member Terry Jones told the BBC on Tuesday he’s excited the group is reuniting. He said he hopes to make enough money to pay off his mortgage.
The show, which will be recorded, will take place at London’s O2 Arena on July 1.
He added: “We just thought it would be fun to try and do one and see if we were still funny.”
Fans, said Idle, can expect “a little comedy, a lot of pathos, some music and a tiny bit of ancient sex.”
“And some cross-dressing,” added Michael Palin.
The group had its first big success with the Monty Python’s Flying Circus TV show, which ran from 1969 until 1974, winning fans around the world with its bizarre sketches. The group branched out into movies including Life of Brian and backed theatrical shows such as Monty Python’s Spamalot.
The five surviving members last performed together in 1998. The sixth member, Graham Chapman, died of cancer in 1989.
– with files by Global News
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