The Lady's Not For Burning

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Event The Lady's Not For Burning
Venue Multiple (tour), New Zealand
First Date 1954
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere No
Part of a Tour Yes
Description Set in the 15th century, this is the story of Jennet Jourdemayne, accused of witchcraft, and sentenced to be burmed at the stake. Meanwhile Thomas Mendip wants to be hanged…. A love story.
Primary Genre Theatre - Spoken Word
Secondary Genre Comedy
Verse Drama
Subjects Witches
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Barbara Jefford Actor
Keith Michell Actor
Roy Patrick Actor Mayor
Geoffrey Wren Actor Nicholas
Raymond Boyce Designer
Richard Campion Director
Christopher Fry Playwright
Works
Text Nationality England
Further Information Jefford & Michell were brought out from London for this production. Play first produced in London in 1948. Played in 14 centres to 42,417 people.
Event Status Completed
Data Set Theatre Aotearoa
Event Identifier 189085