PENETRATION
2021

PENETRATION
By Carolyn Lloyd Davies
Penetration by Carolyn Lloyd Davies, is a socially provocative piece of theatre, of particular significance in the light of recent shocking reports.
Based on true events, the play follows the stories of Anna, a rape complainant, and Sean, the defendant, with insight and sensitivity. Anna’s manipulative and coercive boyfriend James, adds an additional overtone to the play, as does the perspective of Felicity, Sean’s mother, who is convinced of his innocence. This multi-layered play aims to jolt the audience into exploring parameters of consent, focussing on the impact of toxic coercive relationships, the power of social media and the need for healthy sexual boundaries especially when alcohol or drugs blur the lines.
Directed ‘in the round’ by David Trevaskis, at The Cockpit theatre in Marylebone, London, the audience experience the power of ‘close up’ theatre and ultimately come to their own conclusion on what exactly constitutes consent.
Comments from a rehearsed reading included:
“This makes the audience ask questions they may not want to answer.”
“Makes you re-evaluate your boundaries.”
“Powerful, stirring and unnerving.”
Ran from 22 September until 9 October, 2021 at The Cockpit, and was a huge success.
Age Guidance: 16+, sexual content, swearing and reference to rape
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The Spectator
Every teenager and student in the country should see this play. This is a script to raise whirlwinds.

London Theatre Review
An important piece for our times.

The Reviews Hub
Should be seen by everyone over the age of consent.
London Theatre 1
Plenty of food for thought.
That Stagey Blog
Congratulations to everyone involved. Stunning performances and brilliant writing.
THE CAST
Calum Wragg-Smith
plays Sean Jackson
Georgina Armfield
plays Anna McIntyre
Louise Bangay
plays Felicity Jackson
Amantha Edmead
plays Vivienne Okeke/Suzy Persad
Steve Chusak
plays Dr James Tang
Rebecca Hunt
plays DC Jane Novak
Mike Anfield
plays DS Barry Lee
Charlotte Gamble
Understudy/ASM Anna McIntyre
Luke Daniels
Understudy/ASM Sean Jackson
THE CREW
Lighting Design: Roberto Esquenazi Alkabes
Set Design: Sorcha Corcoran
Sound Design/Stage Manager: Stephanie Connell
for LIVING THE DRAMA
Writer/Co-Producer: Carolyn Lloyd Davies
Co-Producer/Casting Director: Stephanie Connell
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