Performance Dates
1 Aug 2003 – 23 Aug 2003August 2003
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Details
- Playwright
- Christopher Fry
- Director
- Pat Wallace
AddressBrisbane Arts Theatre, 210 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane
The LadyÂ’s Not for Burning
Christopher FryÂ’s Medieval Romantic Comedy
Directed by Pat Wallace
Written in verse, FryÂ’s play is a riotous frolic of wit and romance set in millennial-mad 15th century England. The LadyÂ’s Not for Burning is FryÂ’s first full-length comedy, his best known and most controversial play.
The plot of The LadyÂ’s Not for Burning is set against a background of superstition, alchemical early science and hysterical witch-hunting. Written in 1949 Christopher FryÂ’s play recalls the language and structure of Renaissance theatre, but superimposes this with a very modern and knowing humour. The play brings together the cynical Thomas Mendip, sick of life and seeking out the gallows, and Jennet Jourdemayne, a young and beautiful girl accused of witchcraft. ThomasÂ’s insistence that he be hanged meets with deaf ears, while JennetÂ’s protestations of innocence serve only to incriminate her further. Independently both characters turn to Mayor Hebble for understanding and assistance, but are met with only evasion and willing incomprehension. The light-hearted, almost farcical characters of Mayor HebbleÂ’s household provide an antidote to the gravity of the protagonistsÂ’ situations. The MayorÂ’s nephews, Humphrey and Nicholas, seek only to satisfy their whims; and their mother frets over the smallest domestic details, but sets these troubles on a par with those of Thomas and Jennet. Comedy essentially characterises the play, despite more serious moments where it dips towards a more tragic level. However, the romantic interest of the central couple, and of Alizon and Richard, their subplot counterparts, draws the play to its happy ending.
OPENS FRIDAY 1st AUGUST, 2003 AT 8PM
Playing 2, 7, 8 & 9 August then Wed to Sat until August 23
Ticket Prices: Adults $19.00 / Concession $15
Discounts for Group Bookings, School Groups, Arts Theatre Members &
Institute of Modern Art members.
**Opening Night Tickets $22 including post-show supper and drinks***
Bookings: Arts Theatre Office - 3369 2344
Christopher FryÂ’s Medieval Romantic Comedy
Directed by Pat Wallace
Written in verse, FryÂ’s play is a riotous frolic of wit and romance set in millennial-mad 15th century England. The LadyÂ’s Not for Burning is FryÂ’s first full-length comedy, his best known and most controversial play.
The plot of The LadyÂ’s Not for Burning is set against a background of superstition, alchemical early science and hysterical witch-hunting. Written in 1949 Christopher FryÂ’s play recalls the language and structure of Renaissance theatre, but superimposes this with a very modern and knowing humour. The play brings together the cynical Thomas Mendip, sick of life and seeking out the gallows, and Jennet Jourdemayne, a young and beautiful girl accused of witchcraft. ThomasÂ’s insistence that he be hanged meets with deaf ears, while JennetÂ’s protestations of innocence serve only to incriminate her further. Independently both characters turn to Mayor Hebble for understanding and assistance, but are met with only evasion and willing incomprehension. The light-hearted, almost farcical characters of Mayor HebbleÂ’s household provide an antidote to the gravity of the protagonistsÂ’ situations. The MayorÂ’s nephews, Humphrey and Nicholas, seek only to satisfy their whims; and their mother frets over the smallest domestic details, but sets these troubles on a par with those of Thomas and Jennet. Comedy essentially characterises the play, despite more serious moments where it dips towards a more tragic level. However, the romantic interest of the central couple, and of Alizon and Richard, their subplot counterparts, draws the play to its happy ending.
OPENS FRIDAY 1st AUGUST, 2003 AT 8PM
Playing 2, 7, 8 & 9 August then Wed to Sat until August 23
Ticket Prices: Adults $19.00 / Concession $15
Discounts for Group Bookings, School Groups, Arts Theatre Members &
Institute of Modern Art members.
**Opening Night Tickets $22 including post-show supper and drinks***
Bookings: Arts Theatre Office - 3369 2344
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