Georgina Reid’s play presents an alternative to the traditional story of Lady Godiva riding naked through the streets of Coventry to protest about unfair taxes, and only being seen by a tailor called Thomas
The play has Tom as a baker’s boy employed to write rhymes about the famous ride. His imagination fails him, so he sneaks out to have a look and get some inspiration! However, Lady G has drunk too much, so what he sees is a serving wench!
Thomas in the original story is the origin of “Peeping Tom”!
Produced by Betty Bellamy. It’s the first appearance of Terry Crookes, as Thomas. So far, we have found very few photos
Viv Stuart, who plays Lady Godiva, rode a white horse (loaned by Jane Waddington) around Grenoside to publicise the play. She wore her costume, and a long blonde wig – and sold 25 extra tickets! Before she was told about the role, she had unfortunately had her long hair cut short….
