Composed by Abigail Richardson & Written by Marjorie Chan
Commissioned by Theatre Direct & developed and premiered in partnership with Tapestry New Opera Works and Luminato
Tapestry and Theatre Direct present a world premiere in partnership with Luminato Toronto’s Festival of Arts & Creativity.
A remarkable 22-year friendship between man and creature culminates in a promise of freedom fulfilled and a joyful reunion when, after decades in captivity, an Asian elephant is brought to sanctuary.
Along the journey, her memories of childhood in the jungle, circus life and her solitary days in the zoo come alive through the emotional power of opera, evocative dance and stunning design.
Inspired by a true story, Sanctuary Song is the result of a dynamic collaboration between two award-winning Toronto companies, who come together to tell a story from the point of view of a most unusual protagonist. An unforgettable opera for all ages.
Creative Team
| Composed by | Abigail Richardson |
| Written by | Marjorie Chan |
| Directed by | Lynda Hill |
| Music Direction by | Wayne Strongman |
| Produced by | Clarissa DeYoung & Susan Worthington |
| Original Set and Costume Design | Kelly Wolf |
| Original Lighting Design | Andrea Lundy |
| Original Video Design | Luisa Quintavalle |
| Choreography | Viv Moore |
| Stage Manager | Kathryn Westoll |
| Cast | Soprano: Xin Wang |
| Bass: Alvin Crawford | |
| Sharmila Dey | |
| Frank Cox-O’Connell | |
| Orchestra | Violin: Michael Schulte |
| Piano: Lizzie Lavado | |
| Percussion: Ryan Scott | |
| Production Management | Caroline Hollway |
| Marketing & Publicity | Anna Mathew & Kim Blackwell |