Hear what audiences are saying about Josiah

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Josiah

by Charles Robertson, Thousand Miles of Bricks Productions. The true story of Josiah Henson (1789-1883), a Canadian hero, who was born into slavery in the US and escaped to freedom in Canada, was given a

tour de force performance by a commanding Cassel Miles, who played an astonishing 40 characters.

https://www.stage-door.com/3/Reviews/Entries/2025/12/the-best-productions-of-2025.html

The story of Josiah Henson is one that every Canadian should know. It is the remarkable tale of a man who trusted in his inner light to guide him through adversity. That a person could endure such physical and psychological trauma and not only survive but thrive is an example that everyone should have to provide a glimmer of hope in turbulent times. Henson’s story could not be more engagingly told than it is by a virtuoso storyteller like Cassel Miles. Miles last played in Toronto in 2019, so do see him while you can.

https://www.stage-door.com/3/2025-Reviews/Entries/2025/2/josiah-1.html

“An absolutely beautiful performance!!!”

“Sadly had no idea who Josiah Henson was before Cassel Miles introduced me to his story. Author, abolitionist, minister, born into slavery before escaping to freedom in Ontario, founder of a settlement for fugitive slaves, the first African American to appear on a Canadian stamp and so much more.”

“The show was fantastic. An excellent production, and a very important story! Congratulations Cassel Miles.”

“This is one of the best solo shows I have ever seen. It should be on large stages across the country.

Masterful Cassel Miles take us on a journey of Josiah Henson who was born a slave in Maryland and escaped to Canada where he rose to international prominence as a leader and abolitionist.” 

“Go see this show! Cassel Miles gives his all! It should be playing on Broadway!”

“It’s an absolutely sensational piece of theatre.”

“Last night Anusha and I were honored to be in Toronto for this amazing Opening Night of JOSIAH starring Cassel Miles! What an amazing evening!! Thank you to everyone who came to join this very special Opening Night performance of JOSIAH!! A standing ovation for Cassel Miles and the team - A Happy Opening indeed!”