He's Not Like That

Max, a member of the Rho Kappa fraternity, has just been accused of rape by his ex-girlfriend Jessica. As part of an ongoing Title IX investigation, a variety of students related to the incident are called upon to share their perspectives, confronting difficult questions in the process. What role does intent play when it comes to sexual assault? Is consent really so black and white? And what is the true meaning...

Max, a member of the Rho Kappa fraternity, has just been accused of rape by his ex-girlfriend Jessica. As part of an ongoing Title IX investigation, a variety of students related to the incident are called upon to share their perspectives, confronting difficult questions in the process. What role does intent play when it comes to sexual assault? Is consent really so black and white? And what is the true meaning of “justice”? As the students grapple with these ideas, everything they thought they knew begins to unravel—because the truth might be a lot more complicated than anyone wants to admit.

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He's Not Like That

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  • Shaun Leisher: He's Not Like That

    This be required viewing for incoming college freshman interested in getting involved with Greek Life. Frat houses should just open their doors, sit down, shut the fuck up and hear this play. A play about how those we love can do messed up things and hurt people. How we can do things that cross lines without meaning to but the impact remains. It's a play that gives no easy answers but it will start people talking. It will inspire men to hold each other accountable. The ending is beautiful and ripped my guts out.

    This be required viewing for incoming college freshman interested in getting involved with Greek Life. Frat houses should just open their doors, sit down, shut the fuck up and hear this play. A play about how those we love can do messed up things and hurt people. How we can do things that cross lines without meaning to but the impact remains. It's a play that gives no easy answers but it will start people talking. It will inspire men to hold each other accountable. The ending is beautiful and ripped my guts out.

  • Charlie Probus: He's Not Like That

    Timely, painful, and incredibly realistic. This play captures the nuance often lacking in discussions of sexual assault, for all parties involved. The characters and dialogue are so real, I feel like I know all of them personally. This play is challenging in the best way possible and should be required reading and watching.

    Timely, painful, and incredibly realistic. This play captures the nuance often lacking in discussions of sexual assault, for all parties involved. The characters and dialogue are so real, I feel like I know all of them personally. This play is challenging in the best way possible and should be required reading and watching.

7 college age actors:
Charlie, 20
Nathan, 19
Nicole, 21
Jacob, 21
Jessica, 21
Maria, 18
Max, 21

Development History

  • Type Reading, Organization RE/VENUE at A.R.T./NY, Year 2025
  • Type Reading, Organization Valdez Theater Conference, Year 2025

Awards

  • All It Takes is One Act
    A is For
    Finalist
    2025
  • WaterWorks
    LiveArts
    Finalist
    2025
  • Downtown Urban Arts Festival
    Finalist
    2025