Ancient Theatre of Philippi
Sunday 20th August, 21.00
The performance “A TALE WITHOUT A NAME”, based on the novel of the same name by Penelope Delta, which was presented by the Karmen Rouggeri Children’s Stage at the KIVOTOS Theatre during the winter season, is setting sail and coming to the Ancient Theatre of Philippi on Sunday 20th August at 9 p.m. as part of the 66th Philippi Festival.
Children and adults alike will have the opportunity to see the most talked about show of the year, which enchanted audiences from its first day at the KIVOTOS Theatre, filling the theatre to capacity and giving the cast a standing ovation.
The text is signed by Karmen Rouggeri, who directs the show together with Christina Kouloubi. The playful set and fairytale costumes are designed and curated by Christina Kouloubi. The movement, choreography and magical lighting all bear the stamp of Petros Gallias.
“A Tale Without a Name” is a wonderful story by Penelope Delta that, although written 100 years ago, remains timeless and relevant, captivating the young and old alike.
The play, with its values and moral rules, is full of “treasures” that the child is invited to discover.
It all takes place in a fictional land, the land of the Fatalists, a rich land ruled by King Prudentius.
The names that this master of prose gives to her heroes allow each character in the play to unfold.
King Prudentius is succeeded on the throne by his son Witless (Avgoustinos Remoundos). This new king will rule ruthlessly.
Together with his wife Barmy (Christina Kouloubi or Eleni Zioga), a frivolous royal daughter of the king (Giannis Nikolaou) from the neighbouring kingdom, they will manage to lead their country to total collapse and bankruptcy within a short time.
The couple will have 4 children, 3 daughters, Jealousia (Georgaki Katerina), Spitefulnia (Xenia Pavlopoulou), Little Irene (Melina Spetsieri) and Prudentius II (Nektarios Farmakis).
Once again, the names of all the heroes cleverly convey their character.
Prudentius II, the good king’s grandson, will leave the palace with his sister Little Irene, unable to bear the frivolity of their parents.
Luckily, on their way, they meet Mistress Wisdom and Knowledge, follow their advice and stay in their home to put it in order with the help of their people.
A play that will delight young and old alike. A show with attention to detail, signed by Karmen Rouggeri, Christina Kouloubi and their collaborators.
Text: Karmen Rouggeri
Direction: Christina Kouloubi – Karmen Rouggeri
Set – Costume Design: Christina Kouloubi
Movement – Choreography – Lighting: Petros Gallias
Music Composition – Orchestration – Video Art: Antonis Delaportas
Lyrics and song selection: Andreas Kouloubis
Assistant Director: Giannis Tsourounakis
Tour Manager: Eleni Kartasi
Cast in alphabetical order: Katerina Georgaki, Eleni Zioga, Christina Kouloubi, Giannis Nikolaou, Xenia Pavlopoulou, Avgoustinos Remoundos, Melina Spetsieri, Nektarios Farmakis.
“A Tale Without a Name” by the Karmen Rouggeri Children’s Stage
Ancient Theatre of Philippi
Sunday 20th August, 21.00
Duration: 1:30 without intermission
Tickets:
12€ General Admission
Pre-sale:
Kavala: Visitor Information Centre of the Municipality of Kavala (former EOT) Central Square, tel: 2510-620566, daily from 10:00 to 14:00 and from 18:00 to 21:00, while on the days of the performances there will be a pre-sale at the box office of the Ancient Theatre of Philippi from 19:30 in the afternoon.
Krinides: Café “Proskinio”, Ancient Theatre of Philippi, phone: 2510516090
Drama: “Americanino 30” 30 G. Papandreou Street, phone: 2521058206
Travel agency “Michailidis Tours”, 20 Smyrnis Street, phone: 2521045755
Xanthi: Bookstore ‘DYO’, 29 Venizelou Street, phone: 25410-27777
Also online https://www.viva.gr/tickets/theater/children/paramythi-xoris-onoma-periodeia/
No admission to the theatre once the performance has begun.
This year it will be possible to be transported to and from the Ancient Theatre of Philippi by bus of the Kavala Bus Company on presentation of a ticket for the performance and a fare of 3.20€. The bus departs from Kavala bus station at 19.15 and returns at the end of the performance.
For further information and seat reservations, please call the Municipal and Regional Theatre of Kavala on 2510. 220876-7 during office hours.
