We did it two years ago and also had a blast! Patsy, Bedevere, Concorde and the Minstrel were played by girls. Maybe the best part is that there are lots of small characters, so most ensemble members can have a moment to shine. With the Historian, you can cast a good actor who doesn't sing.
We went pretty elaborate with the costumes, but like the sets, they could be cheap-looking in a funny way (we used some plastic and blow-up swords and shields). There were a lot of costumes, though (maybe the most we've had in a show). I think the best part was telling the actors "you cannot over act, so have fun" - which they did!
Sadly, admin did not approve the Lancelot song, and we had to use the alternate Broadway song. Thankfully, TRW includes a list of approved changes in the script, so you can cater it to even a very prudish audience.
I would love to do this again! There were no big technical challenges, there is a lot for the ensemble members to do, and it encourages the students to let go and play big.
Here's a link to some pictures of our show:
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Ken Buswell
Drama Teacher
Peachtree City, GA
http://mcintoshtheater.org/Theater kills ignorance
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Original Message:
Sent: 04-30-2018 17:50
From: Kathleen Woods
Subject: Spamalot
We are reviewing options for next spring's musical. If you have produced Spamalot, please share pluses and challenges. Would you produce the show again? Tips? Super fun aspects? Cast size? Can women play men's roles (including singing range)?
Thank you all.
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Kathleen Woods
Palo Alto High School Theatre Program Director
Thespian Troupe 909 Director
California Educational Theatre Association Executive Board