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10 Days in a Madhouse at Luminato Festival

Dates: 6/3/2026 - 6/28/2026

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Luminato Festival


10 Days in a Madhouse is a psychological opera that delves into the true story of journalist Nellie Bly, who feigned madness to uncover the harsh realities within New York's Blackwell's Asylum. Written by Rene Orth and Hannah Moscovitch, this Canadian premiere highlights themes of truth and injustice through Bly's courageous journey. The production is part of the Luminato Festival, which features a broad array of artistic experiences across Toronto.

Cast and Creative Team for 10 Days in a Madhouse at Luminato Festival

Cast

DJ Starting from Scratch
Ensemble
Divine Brown
Lead
Glenn Lewis
Guest Vocalist
Azzam Mohamed
Choreographer
Hofesh Shechter
Choreographer
Angela Vitovec
Choreographer
Pearle Harbour
Lead
MŸA
Performing Artist
Tyler Mitchell
Speaker
Liz Ikiriko
Speaker.

Creative Team

Tyler Mitchell
Artist
Hannah Moscovitch
Playwright
Rene Orth
Composer
Philip Glass
Composer
Kurt Perschke
Designer
Olivia Ansell
Artistic Director
Celia Smith
CEO
Liz Ikiriko
Artist and Curator
Hofesh Shechter
Choreographer.

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