Rue Duplessis Play: Parents Seek Stage Adaptation
- The parents of Jean-Philippe Pleau, whose case inspired the book "Rue Duplessis: My little darkness," now wish to attend a theatrical adaptation of the story, according to Le...
- Jean-Philippe Pleau was the subject of a highly publicized case involving allegations of sexual abuse perpetrated by his former hockey coach, Boby Jo Bottomley.
- "Rue Duplessis: My little darkness" (translated as "Duplessis Street: My little darkness") is a book written about Pleau's experiences.
Parents of Jean-Philippe Pleau Want to See Play Based on Book about Their Son
The parents of Jean-Philippe Pleau, whose case inspired the book “Rue Duplessis: My little darkness,” now wish to attend a theatrical adaptation of the story, according to Le Journal de Québec. This development follows the recent release of the book detailing Pleau’s experiences.
Background: The Jean-Philippe Pleau Case
Jean-Philippe Pleau was the subject of a highly publicized case involving allegations of sexual abuse perpetrated by his former hockey coach, Boby Jo Bottomley. Bottomley was ultimately sentenced to 8 years in prison in March 2024 after being found guilty on multiple counts of sexual assault. The case brought meaningful attention to issues of abuse within youth sports.
The Play and the Book
“Rue Duplessis: My little darkness” (translated as ”Duplessis Street: My little darkness”) is a book written about Pleau’s experiences. The Duceppe theater in Montreal is staging a play based on the book. The parents’ desire to see the play represents a shift, as the book’s release initially prompted anxiety and concern regarding its potential impact on their family.