 Event |
The Lady's Not For Burning
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| 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
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| Secondary Genre |
Comedy
Verse Drama
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| Subjects |
Witches
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| Organisations |
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| Contributors |
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| Works |
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| Text Nationality |
England
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| 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.
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| Event Status |
Completed
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| Event Identifier |
189085 |
| Dataset |
Theatre Aotearoa |
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