Question 1

Which historical incident inspired the Pope/Michelangelo sketch?

Accepted Answer

The sketch was based on Renaissance artist Paolo Veronese, who painted a 'Last Supper' with contemporary elements. The Inquisition investigated and advised removal, but he renamed it 'Feast in the House of Levi' instead.

Question 2

Why was this the last performance of The Ministry of Silly Walks sketch?

Accepted Answer

This marks the last time the troupe performed The Ministry of Silly Walks. John Cleese had hip and knee replacements in 2010, making him unable to perform the fan favorite sketch anymore.

Question 3

Which sketch predates Monty Python and was the first writing collaboration between two members?

Accepted Answer

The 'Custard Pie Lecture' sketch predates Monty Python. It was written by Michael Palin and Terry Jones while students at Oxford, marking their first writing collaboration.

Question 4

How were sketches adapted for the Hollywood Bowl performance?

Accepted Answer

Changes included altering Terry Jones' wife's origin to 'Glendale, California' in 'Nudge, Nudge,' using TV-forbidden obscenities freely, and Anglicisms like 'dustman' becoming 'garbageman' for clarity.

Question 5

What was unique about the filming and editing of this show?

Accepted Answer

Filmed in September 1980, it compiles five shows. HBO filmed all shows to release a two-hour version with the best sketch takes, but omitted Terry Gilliam's 'A Christmas Card' animation and Neil Innes' 'Stoop Solo' performance.

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