INTERVIEW - The cast on the timeless material at the Monty Python press conference, on 30th June 2014 in London, England

The speaker reflects on the timeless nature of their humor, which avoids topical satire, making it less prone to becoming outdated. They discuss the selection of material suitable for stage performance, noting that very little has been dropped over time. The speaker also mentions an upcoming live television show, expressing nervousness about the event.

What was the main reason the speaker's humor has remained relevant over time?

• It was based on current events.

• It focused on general and funny themes.

• It was heavily satirical.

• It was only performed in England.

Why did the speaker choose not to follow the satire boom in England?

• They were not aware of the satire boom.

• They wanted to focus on timeless humor.

• They were not allowed to perform satire.

• They did not find satire funny.

What was a key consideration in selecting material for stage performances?

• The material had to be adaptable to film.

• The material had to be new.

• The material had to be humorous.

• The material had to work well on stage.

What challenge did the speaker face with film content?

• It was too long for stage performances.

• It was too expensive to produce.

• It was not funny enough.

• It needed to be seen in the context of the film.

What is the speaker's reaction to their upcoming live television show?

• They are nervous and surprised.

• They are indifferent.

• They are excited and confident.

• They are disappointed.