The Life of Terry

And now for something completely different…

The Life of Terry, a new exhibition of never seen before ‘gems’ from the personal archive of the late Terry Jones, Monty Python member and Colwyn Bay’s most famous son.

Terry needs no introduction…but just in case – he was the Welsh one in Monty Python, that comedy collective who were famous for having their film, Life of Brian, banned in Aberystwyth. Born in Colwyn Bay, Terry was a proud Welshman, forever proclaiming his Welshness in an accent straight out of Surrey.

This new exhibition titled The Life Of Terry has been organised by Paul Sampson, Curator of Oriel Colwyn with the majority of exhibits being lent by Terry’s family and the Monty Python archive.

The focus is on Terry’s own personal photos from throughout his career as well as behind the scenes photographs from the films and TV shows.

Also included are rarely seen pages of Terry’s original notebooks, including alternative lyrics to Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, his own hand drawn storyboards for Monty Python’s 1981’ film The Meaning of Life, as well as original posters and other memorabilia.

The exhibition is in aid of A Python On The Prom, which aims to raise a bronze statue of Terry in Colwyn Bay, his hometown. The appeal is being run by Sally and Bill Jones, his children, and Conwy Arts Trust.

* Please consider adding an additional donation when you buy your ticket

Every penny given will help the A Python On The Prom team reach the goal of £120,000 for the statue of Colwyn Bay’s most famous son who made the world laugh!

*Open Until 1st February - for times and tickets click Book Now*