EURIPIDES
ELECTRA Edited by: Nikolas Aronis zoogla.gr
This summer in Greece, Badminton Theatre opens the 'Ancient Drama Cycle' and presents centre stage, Electra by Euripides – directed by the distinguished Greek director Spyros Evangelatos. Marina Aslanoglou
Electra premiered on 12 June and performances will continue until 26 September. It is a major production which meets international standards and aspires to present the best face of modern Greek theatre, not only to the national audience, but also to foreigners visiting Athens. The play will be in Greek, with subtitles in foreign languages, thus giving the opportunity for theatre lovers from all over the world to experience a unique 'blend' of ancient and modern Greek civilisation, as well as opening the way for Greek theatre to win the hearts of international audiences. The play is directed by the distinguished Greek director, university teacher and academic, Spyros A. Evangelatos – who has also written the script. The translation was carried out by K. H. Myris, while the scenery is the work of Giorgos Patsas. Electra's role is played by one of the most talented young actresses of this generation who has won the 'Melina Merkouri' award, Marina Aslanoglou. The audience will also enjoy the performances of two major Greek actors, namely Reni Giannis Voglis Pittaki and Giannis Voglis.
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