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Challenging Perceptions: Disability and Sexuality Explored on Stage

1/8/2026

Summary

Story summary

Robert Softley Gale, a Scottish writer-director, presents '(We indulge in) a bit of roll play' to provoke discussion on sex and disability.
The production follows Ben, a young disabled man, as he questions assumptions about his sexual agency.
It includes explicit scenes, including Ben's parents and his experiences with sex work, to challenge perceptions.
Intimacy coordinator Vanessa Coffey guides the production to address themes sensitively and engage audiences.

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Story summary

Robert Softley Gale, a Scottish writer-director, presents '(We indulge in) a bit of roll play' to provoke discussion on sex and disability.
The production follows Ben, a young disabled man, as he questions assumptions about his sexual agency.
It includes explicit scenes, including Ben's parents and his experiences with sex work, to challenge perceptions.
Intimacy coordinator Vanessa Coffey guides the production to address themes sensitively and engage audiences.