John Cleese Tickets

The show is divided into 2 sections of approx. 1:15. It's a very simple format-he walked on to a standing ovation from a room full of Python fans. He spent quite a bit of time discussing his parents-information that, while interesting, cut into the time he would spend on things like his involvement with David Frost (although the late Mr. Frost did receive much credit for what was to evolve into the Pythons). Also a fascinating story concerned his work as a writer for Peter Sellers. The first half ended with special Monty Python segments. The second have opened with a discussion on the direction that comedy has gone in determining what is "dirty". He then got into stories about the adventures of doing "Fawlty Towers" and "A Fish Called Wanda". Unfortunately (and for this reason I only gave four stars), the show ended there, with no reference to his more recent work-perhaps (despite the show's name) we'll have another visit in the future. This is a man whose history in comedy runs deep and there is more to be told.

From start to finish Mr. Cleese was fantastic. He was warm and engaging and of course, bloody hilarious! The addition of short vid clips and visuals a plenty was a nice touch. A great history lesson and synopsis of his career's works.

We came, we climbed to the top, we laughed and laughed and laughed. Fascinated by John's history loved the old film clips and he proved once again he is a master of his craft.

He was witty, intimate and very, very funny. Hearing how he got into films and viewing the films from his perspective was a true treat.

A BIG item ticked off the old bucket list! John Cleese did not disappoint!

A very moving and touching, as well as hilarious, narration of John"s life, from growing up in the 19th century in the harsh cold winters of Finland, waiting for his father to return from the crimean war, to founding a comedy revue in the university of helsinki where they would make sauna jokes dressed in a white towel, to fame and riches at the FBC, only to have it taken away by his seventh wife, outi mounigrabtuu. I laughed especially hard at his showing of clips, such as the dead herring sketch, the hockey playing philosophers, and the Life of Tibelius, and was fascinated to discover that the inspiration for his greatest character was a hotel owner in porvoo named Tommi. Truly a legend who only passes away once a lifetime.

A delightful 2 hour story of his life full of brilliant British humour! A must for Cleese followers.

Great show. Even sitting in the section farthest from the stage, I had a really good view.

Saw John Cleese's Friday performance at the Winter Garden Theatre and wasn't disappointed. I had heard some of his Halifax shows seemed mailed in, but he looked really into it at the Toronto show; very relaxed and charming. I noticed the projectors in the back with his script, but it appeared he went off on his own at a few points (generally when a producer/writer/actor he would mention would get a warm response from the audience, he'd throw in an extra anecdote in addition to those already prepared). This probably contributed to the longer running time. His first act was scheduled for 55 minutes but he went over 70 by my watch. My only complaint: There was no Q&A! This may or may not be a bad thing as it probably spared us from some inane questions, but still, it was disappointing. I wonder if they lengthened the first act and decided to drop the Q&A permanently? The lack of a Q&A and generally no mention of his career after A Fish Called Wanda is what keeps the show from getting 5/5.

I am a BIG fan of John Cleese and have been for many years. This production exceeded my expectations. It was so exciting to see him in person and he is even funnier in person!

John's summary of his career was a great trip down memory lane. He reminded me of so many fun things he was involved in and provided some great clips of shows/events I hadn't seen before - like the eulogy at Chappie's memorial service!

Delightful for the entire show. Was like sitting a pub listening to an old colleagues stories.

Disappointed that there was no Q&A like other cities and no memorabilia/ tshirts etc for sale.

John Cleese Biography with some slides and Videos not worth the money stay home and watch The holy Grail much more fun.

This was truly a bucket list fulfilled moment for me. As a Brit living in in Canada for 20 yrs it was an absolute honor to be in the same room as Mr Cleese I was brought up watching Monty Python and Fawlty Towers as were many Brits and Canadians,but I also remembered many of the pre python skits that included people like Tim Brooke Taylor , Bill Oddie and the great Marty Feldman. I loved his whole demeanor in spite of the fact that he has to tour now he (because of His evil ex wife ) he remains A true gentleman , a true artist and most of all a man who no matter what his circumstances can still pull through and make an audience laugh .this was one event I am proud to say that I attended

Laughed til tears ran down my cheeks - loved him even more after the behind the scenes stories.

I found this show a little disappointing, John Cleese set the mood by coming on stage to a standing ovation and then walking back off but that was about the extent of the comedic value apart from watching clips for most of the second half of the show!

I expected to be blown away with humour but wasn't. Maybe it was not my day. I had a smile for most of the performance but only laughed once. ;0( Not worth the price of admission.

Thoroughly enjoyed the evening and getting to know John Cleese a bit better. Would like to have known how they came up with the name 'Monty Python' and ask some other questions, but unfortunately for some reason the Q&A section of his act was cut-off at the end of the show. Overall, though a nice show and evening out.

It really was not what I expected, but having John Cleese take us through his life and connect the dots from his life to his humour was very interesting. It was probably one of the most unique events I have been to!