It’s March 1915.

New York City health officials arrest a 45-year-old woman after linking her to 51 cases of typhoid fever—three of them fatal.

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Her name is Mary Mallon. History remembers her as “Typhoid Mary.”

But history doesn’t get the final word.

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In The Trial for Typhoid Mary 1915, audiences step directly into the courtroom—serving as members of the defense, prosecution, and jury—to decide the fate of one of the most controversial figures in New York City history.

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This is not passive theater.
This is controlled chaos.
This is history put on trial.

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Originally created for young audiences, the experience quickly proved its power—transitioning to adult audiences and going on to sold-out performances at the famed New York Historical Society, with two extensions due to demand.

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Why?

Because it works.

It’s gripping.
It’s provocative.
And it forces every participant to wrestle with a question that still feels urgent today:

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Do we punish the individual… or confront the system that created them?

Now, the verdict is back in your hands.

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Will you give her another chance?

Or will you repeat history—and send her away for the rest of her life?

 

The Trial for Typhoid Mary 1915 is a highly adaptable, immersive experience perfect for private events, corporate groups, and educational audiences alike.

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If you're looking for something that goes beyond entertainment—something that engages, challenges, and sparks real conversation—

This is it.

👉 Interested in booking? Reach out to info@LiveinTheater.com

Let us bring history to life for your audience in a way they won’t forget.