The famous depiction of galloping horses by using coconut shells (a traditional radio-show sound effect) came about from the purely practical reason that the production simply could not afford real horses. So if it weren't for the movie's small budget - we wouldn't have this scene! Talk about work with what you got! Monty Python and the Holy Grail will be playing April 6th & 7th! For showtimes and tickets visit our website: www.harborsquaretheatre.com | Harbor Square Theatre