«Órgia» Show

The workers who took part in the closure of the Miraflores psychiatric hospital in Seville during the 1980s shared their memories decades later. Their testimonies formed the basis for «Órgia», a play by the company La Rara, which will be performed at Teatro de La Abadía from 15 to 18 October.

Rocío Hoces y Julia Moyano conducted interviews as part of research into mental health from a gender perspective. Preserving the original words of their interviewees, they combined personal testimonies with the stories of women who can no longer speak for themselves. On stage, the past returns through the present, and memories invite reflection on the future.

«Órgia» does not only recount the pain experienced. The title refers to the collective rituals of ancient Greece, and the play makes room for a festive chorus of voices, movement, and the desire to be together. The authors and directors themselves also perform in the production, which in 2024 received the Premio Lorca for best breakthrough show. The performances will take place in the sala José Luis Alonso.