La Abadía Stage Play Examines Women's Mental Health and Historical Institutionalization

• The theater collective La Rara returns to La Abadía with "Órgia," a multidisciplinary performance exploring women's mental health through a feminist lens.
• The show draws inspiration from the historical experiences of women at the Miraflores Psychiatric Hospital in Seville.
• Performances run from October 15 to 18 as part of the 2026-27 season at the Sala José Luis Alonso.

Conceptual Basis

• The title "Órgia" references the ancient Greek concept of collective ceremonies meant to reveal spiritual truths, moving away from modern pejorative connotations.
• The work argues that women's bodies are political sites and that systemic conditions significantly impact mental well-being.
• The creators, Rocío Hoces and Julia Moyano, aim to redefine "madness" in women, challenging patterns of self-demand and overwork in a generation of women over 40.

Multidisciplinary Scope

• The project combines verbatim theater, transmedia narrative, and plural autofiction.
• It builds upon a foundation of deep documentary research, including "Frenia," an artistic installation that featured a model of the former Miraflores hospital and testimonies from former staff members.
• The initiative includes "Saltar la tapia," an educational outreach project for youths aged 14 to 18, focusing on mental health and artistic expression.