Sanctuary Song

From the wilderness to a circus, to a zoo… Sanctuary Song

Based on a true story, Sanctuary Song explores the story of Sydney, an elephant whose remarkable journey culminates in her release into a Tennessee sanctuary.  

Written by the award-winning team of librettist Marjorie Chan and composer Abigail Richardson, Sanctuary Song is a story for audiences of all ages that uncovers powerful truths in the life of a remarkably resilient elephant. Directed by Michael Hidetoshi Mori and featuring original choreography by Aria Evans, audiences enter a circus and leave with the song of elephants in their ear.

Nominated for three Dora Mavor Moore Awards – Outstanding New Musical/Opera, Outstanding Production of an Opera, and NOW Magazine’s Audience Choice Award.

This one-hour performance is an “opera for all ages” and the perfect evening out for the whole family. 

Sanctuary Song was commissioned by Theatre Direct Canada and developed in partnership with Tapestry Opera, with support from the Canadian Opera Creation program.