AN EARTHY story of courage, conviction and hope will be told in Slimbridge on Saturday.

The tale of Joan of Arc will be performed by drag king champion Lucy Jane Parkinson at the village hall from 7.30pm.

She will take history’s greatest gender-warrior takes to the stage, dragging up as the men she defies in this smash-hit show.

Tickets (£9) are available by calling 01453 890239 or on the door.