The Day They Wouldn't Take it Any More
Sue Rodwell's play is based on real events. A peace celebration organised by Luton's Mayor Henry Impey in 1919 turns into a riot as former soldiers demand recognition.
Sue Rodwell's play is based on real events.
When Luton's Mayor Henry Impey decides to hold a major event to celebrate peace in the summer of 1919, he invites only councillors and friends. The returning soldiers, many unemployed, many disabled, are forgotten, but are determined to make their voices heard. Intransigence on both sides leads to open conflict as the day of celebration becomes a riot.
Henry Impey ...... David Timson
Mrs Impey ...... Annette Badland
Cooper ...... Richard Derrington
Smith ...... Richard Katz
Fred Gibson ...... Adrian Grove
Nell Gibson ...... Anne-Marie Piazza
Insp Jackson ...... Ian Brooker
Directed by Rosemary Watts.
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