Without Consent

by David Robson

In this timely and provocative drama, Carmen, the wife of an entertainment legend, is interviewing a nurse, Lisa, to supervise the care of her husband, who is in the final stages of Alzheimer’s. In the process, the questioner becomes the questioned as Lisa confronts Carmen with sexual accusations against her husband and with her complicity in the alleged incidents.

In this timely and provocative drama, Carmen, the wife of an entertainment legend, is interviewing a nurse, Lisa, to supervise the care of her husband, who is in the final stages of Alzheimer’s. In the process, the questioner becomes the questioned as Lisa confronts Carmen with sexual accusations against her husband and with her complicity in the alleged incidents.

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  • Paul Smith: Without Consent

    David Robson always writes with the sharpest of nibs. In 'Without Consent' he provides two actors with rapiers to joust with in an incredibly pertinent and powerful piece of theatre. Dealing with a raft of issues in common currency David's dexterity with words provides every reader/viewer/listener with a catalogue of thoughts to take away and consider. A masterful piece of theatre and a real challenge for theatre makers.

    David Robson always writes with the sharpest of nibs. In 'Without Consent' he provides two actors with rapiers to joust with in an incredibly pertinent and powerful piece of theatre. Dealing with a raft of issues in common currency David's dexterity with words provides every reader/viewer/listener with a catalogue of thoughts to take away and consider. A masterful piece of theatre and a real challenge for theatre makers.

  • Seth Rozin: Without Consent

    I've read most of David's plays, and produced two, and I think Without Consent represents some of his best writing. Two strong characters locked in a room with high stakes is always a winner for me, and Without Consent does not disappoint. Timely, incisive and easy to produce, with great roles for two powerhouse actresses.

    I've read most of David's plays, and produced two, and I think Without Consent represents some of his best writing. Two strong characters locked in a room with high stakes is always a winner for me, and Without Consent does not disappoint. Timely, incisive and easy to produce, with great roles for two powerhouse actresses.

Character Information

  • LISA
    Character Age
    Fifties
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    White
    Character Gender Identity
    Female
  • CARMEN
    Character Age
    Seventies
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    African American / Black
    Character Gender Identity
    Female

Development History

  • Type Reading, Organization Penguin Rep, Year 2019
  • Type Reading, Organization Delaware Theatre Company, Year 2019