The Persistent Truth: The Legacy of Lilian Cooper and Josephine Bedford
By By Maxene Cooper · Produced by Maxene Cooper in association with PIP Theatre
The Persistent Truth: The Legacy of Lilian Cooper and Josephine Bedford
By Maxene Cooper
Premiere production of a new Australian Play
When Queensland’s first woman doctor, Dr Lilian Cooper, is sued for negligence by a former patient, the courtroom becomes the stage for a compelling exploration of the past. Through testimony, memories and shifts across time and place, the play uncovers the women’s early lives in England, Lilian’s determination to study medicine despite opposition, the beginnings of her lifelong partnership with Josephine Bedford, and their voyage to Brisbane in 1891. It follows their later travels through Britain, Europe and the United States, where Lilian pursued advanced medical study and visited leading institutions while Josephine investigated progressive approaches to children’s welfare and supervised play.
By moving between the negligence case, formative episodes and journeys abroad, the play gradually reveals how their ambitions, public service and shared life shaped one another. Lilian and Josephine emerge as brave, fearless and unwavering in their pursuit of recognition and opportunity for women. Their pride in their professional accomplishments and their enduring relationship offers a powerful example for those who follow in their footsteps.
Cast
TBC
Crew
Director - Lucinda Shaw Producer - Maxene Cooper
When
July 28th - 31st
Duration
110 min (incl 20 min)
Price
Preview $25, Adult $45, Concession $37, Groups (6+) $37, Booking Fee $3.85, Companion Cards Accepted
Showtimes
Wed 6:30pm Thu - Fri 7:30pm Sat 2:30pm & 7:30pm
Content Warnings
Coarse Language, Sudden Loud Sound Effects
