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Meet the Team

Madhouse State is made up of multifaceted individuals who move fluidly between disciplines and ideas. Our members are artists, musicians, designers, filmmakers, and builders who balance creativity with intention, curiosity with execution. Each person brings a unique perspective, contributing to a community shaped by collaboration, growth, and a shared commitment to evolving both craft and self.

● Faculty & Staff

Founding Fathers

Confident beautiful real mature woman posing in front of backdrop. She has grey long hair, make-up, and a black outfit

Jassiah McAnuff

Founder, Ceo

Bennie guides the camp’s faculty and staff, fostering an environment where young artists can explore freely while feeling supported.

Amari Esco

Co-Founder, CFO

Clara helps shape each summer’s creative offerings and ensuring campers get a rich balance of structure, exploration, and fun.

Nieko Allen

co-founder, cmo

Frances leads the kitchen with care, serving fresh, nourishing meals that fuel long days of art-making and camp adventures.

Olivia Nzang

head counselor

Olivia Nzang is multi-disciplinary artist from Equatorial Guinea. A visionary, characterized by their Midas touch — turning everything into a better version of itself, liv is a student of life.