Oresteia
Oresteia | Epidaurus | June 28 & 29
The Greek National Theater presents a bold new production of the entirety of Aeschylus' "Oresteia," the only extant example of an ancient Greek theater trilogy, with each part staged by a different director, each making their debut at the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus.
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Mosul’s Greek tragedy
The mythical figure of Agamemnon lies dead against the backdrop of the ruins of the war-torn Iraqi city of Mosul during rehearsals of an adaptation of the 'Oresteia,' a trilogy of Greek tragedies written by Athenian dramatist Aeschylus in the 5th century BC.
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Agamemnon | Epidaurus | July 6-7
Aeschylus' "Agamemnon" takes center stage next weekend at the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus as part of the Athens and Epidaurus Festival. Plotting, unfortunate fates and morality loom large in the first play of the "Oresteia" trilogy, which focuses on the return of Agamemnon to his kingdom and family. The play will be in Greek with English surtitles. Both performances begin at 9 p.m.
- Read more about Agamemnon | Epidaurus | July 6-7
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Ergon Ensemble | Athens | June 24
The Greek Festival presents the Ergon Ensemble, comprising talented soloists who specialize in the work of contemporary Greek composers, and acclaimed Dutch conductor Kasper De Roo in an evening of works selected around the theme of "Madness" on Saturday, June 24.
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Oresteia | Athens | September 7
Following performances at the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus in July, Aeschylus' "Oresteia" trilogy goes on stage at the Herod Atticus Theater in Athens on Wednesday, September 7. Directed by Yiannis Houvardas, the play explores contrasting themes such as revenge and justice, with a cast led by Constantinos Markoulakis and Karyofyllia Karabeti. The performance is set to start at 9.15 p.m.
- Read more about Oresteia | Athens | September 7
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