A deceptively cute killer rabbit, legless knights and a stinking Frenchman are all searching for the Holy Grail in Bromley.

Ludicrously funny Spamalot, the wildly successful Monty Python musical, is running at The Churchill Theatre from tonight until Saturday May 5.

Now in its second smash hit year, the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table features a bevy of beautiful show girls, cows, gallantry and galloping galore.

Star Marcus Brigstocke, who plays King Arthur, told News Shopper about the quest.

He said: “It’s Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table in search of the Holy Grail helped by the Lady of the Lake (Bonnie Langford) and hindered by very ridiculous characters including a knight whose arms and legs get cut off.

“He ends up a stump on the floor saying ‘let’s call it a draw then?’ “And there’s a Frenchman who threatens to fart in my general direction.

“All based on Monty Python – it’s very, very silly and very funny – the perfect antidote to the disgusting weather we’re having, the news and the recession.”

This is Marcus’ second season of playing the starring role.

He added: “I’ve been a comic and actor since 1996 and of all the many things I’ve done – radio, television, stand-up – this is the most fun I’ve ever had.

“It’s just a riot.

“I get given a big sword and crown and get to prance around with these talented actors in a show written by Monty Python – what’s not to like about that?

“We have a very evil rabbit who looks very fluffy and cute but bites the head off one of the knights.

“So we have no choice but to blow it up with a hand grenade.

“We’re getting through loads of rabbits.

“But luckily they breed literally like rabbits so that’s ok.”

Marcus originally joined the cast for just three months but ended up staying for seven until he had to leave due to other work commitments.

“This time I was going to do it for four weeks but I thought ‘what the hell I’ll stay a bit longer’ and now I will have been on for 12 weeks.” He continued.

Spamalot, by Eric Idle and John Du Prez, has also featured Phil Jupitus and Matthew Kelly as King Arthur.

Marcus said: “But I am easily the best by miles.

“It’s a great night out.

“It’s one of those things even if you’re not a big Python fan I think everybody seems to have an amazing night - it’s ludicrous.”

Returning to Bromley means a lot to the cast, which includes Todd Carty as Patsy.

“We recorded the cast album in Bromley around a year and a half ago so it already has a very special place in our hearts.” Marcus said.

The production starts at 7.45pm with matinees at 2.30pm on Thursday and Saturday.

Tickets are available from £19.50.

For bookings visit atgtickets.com