To get a sense of just ho… The Theatre of the Asclepeion of Epidaurus, built on the northwest slope of Mount Cynortion, is the consummate form of the architectural experience of the ancient world, combining elegance with perfect acoustics, and is the best preserved ancient theatre in Greece. The Persians by Aeschylus, the oldest Greek drama that has survived in full to the present day, will be broadcast for free on Saturday, July 25. Lina Mendoni Website development By. It will be available worldwide except Greece, exclusively through the YouTube platform, free of charge, although donations will be welcomed. Aeschylus’ The Persians performed by actors of the Greek National Theater will be available to a global audience on July 25, 2020. The Persians(472 BCE) is the oldest ancient Greek drama that has survived in full to the present day. With the support of the Greek Ministry of Culture & Sports. Saturday, July 25, 2020 Communications and Marketing Dept. National Theatre of Northern Greece - Giannis Rigas . The theatre is, of course, quintessentially the art form of communication and dialogue. Hosting It is also a historical record of the most important battle of the sec-ond Persian invasion of Greece (and one of the most crucial conflicts in human histo-ry), the Battle of Salamis, in which the play’s author, Aeschylus, took part. ATHENS – For the first time ever, an ancient Greek drama performance was streamed live from the ancient theater of Epidaurus on July 25. It was one of the most decisive battles in the history of humanity, whose outcome determined the world’s future. This is "HOW WE FOUND THE ANCIENT THEATER OF EPIDAURUS Teaser 3 "THEATER AND REALITY"" by PAUSILYPON FILMS on Vimeo, the home for high quality… De stream is gratis te bekijken, maar donaties zijn welkom. The harmony of the theatre is due to its unique design, based on a regular pentagonal orchestra (the part of the theatre where the performances took place), as well as the use of three centres in the plan of the curved cavea, where the spectators sat. Culture is the child of the education of one place but at the same time belongs to all humanity. Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus … Minister of Culture and Sports. HDR ===== For the next couple of days, we are going to stay at the seashore on Peloponnesus to see a large… The Artistic Director of the National Theatre of Greece is the actor and director Dimitris Lignadis. Technical Coordination 1 Comment The Persians, Aeschylus’ most important antiwar play, dramatizes the naval battle of Salamis, one of the most decisive battles in the history of humanity, constantly recalling the timeless values of democracy and freedom, as well as the meaning of Ancient Greek metron and moderation”. Without triumphalism or bravado, and with respect for the suffering of the defeated, Aeschylus delivers a paean to the freedom of the individual, juxtaposing democratic ideals with tyranny and blind obedience to power. The drama  will be live-streamed at 9 p.m. Athens time (GMT +2) through livefromepidaurus.gr . “Our goal this summer has been to prevent Covid-19 from affecting cultural events and leaving artists without employment and local communities without additional revenues,” Culture Minister Lina Mendoni said. The theatre came to light during excavations by Panagis Kavvadias from 1881 to 1883. National Theatre of Greece will live stream The Persians by Aeschylus, live from the ancient theatre of Epidaurus. The temple of Asclepius, the abaton (a place of ritual sleeping), the tholos (a colonnaded rotunda) and the theatre, the banqueting hall, the hostel and the stadium, the temple and the altar of Apollo, the great stoa, the living quarters of the priests and the shrine of the Muses are all monuments of that era. Tracing appeared to be in specific cases (close... Alex: Dear Wit and Drama, I highly appreciate your news, information, updates and comm... Ion: My daughter is coming from UK. Peggy Antonakou I thought Catholics were a bit sma... keeptalkinggreece: there is no more info available. Virginia Bakoussi Since 2009 the NTG has also been a member of the European Theatre’s Union. Head of NT Economics Dept. © Keeptalkinggreece.com 2020, All Rights Reserved, Aeschylus’ The Persians live-streamed from Epidaurus on July 25, World Hellenism mourns Greek-American Hero, Paul S. 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Law Consultant Tel. Irene Moundraki I mean, why announce it if it is not going tp be forthcoming. For the first time ever, a live performance of an ancient Greek drama will be streamed globally from the ancient theater of Epidaurus. Het theater van Epidaurus is een van de best bewaarde in zijn soort in Griekenland. Email: promodept@n-t.gr Alle opbrengsten komen ten goede aan het Nationaal Theater en Griekse acteurs die getroffen zijn door de COVID-19-pandemie. In 1955 the NTG established the Festival of Epidaurus. It is worth noting that in contrast to other temples, worship at the Asclepeion of Epidaurus continued even after the ancient religion was officially banned in 426 AD, and the site was only finally abandoned after the catastrophic earthquakes of 522 and 551. Te zien van woensdag tot en met zaterdag om 20.30 uur en op zondag om 14.00. On this occasion, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated: “As humanity is still challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic, the first ever live streaming of an ancient Greek drama performance from the ancient theater of Epidaurus is, Ι believe, a pivotal moment. The Ministry of Culture and Sports’ goal has been to prevent COVID-19 from leaving Greece without cultural events this summer, from leaving artists without employment opportunities and from leaving local communities without additional revenues. Achilleas Kourias The Athens and Epidaurus Festival and the National Theatre of Greece, two major cultural institutions supervised by the Ministry, share our beliefs and adjusted their programming in the new reality, in a creative manner. 3,764 Views. The National Theatre is always open to collaborations with foreign theatres and artists - tours, joint productions with major theatres abroad, participation in international festivals, educational programs, invitations to important contemporary artists; these are all part of the effort to broaden an already established network. The play is in Greek with English subtitles and lasts approximately 90 minutes. - Press Enquiries This summer, we keep safe while still enjoying art. Email: akourias@n-t.gr, Sat, 25.7.2020: Livestream started at 17:00 GMT – Performance started at 18:00 GMT. Since then, its continuous care has aimed to repair damage from natural causes and the use of the monument. The Theatre of Epidaurus is a stunningly well-preserved ancient theater constructed in the 4th century BC. A streaming service specifically aimed at theater lovers, BroadwayHD offers a slate of almost 300 whole, high-quality, professionally filmed live … Music and dramatic contests hosted at this theater were part of the patients’ therapy, as they prayed to the god for their healing. The event, part of this year’s Athens and Epidaurus Festival, will be the first time that any event is being live-streamed from Epidaurus. See upcoming titles, release dates and trailers for the best British theatre screening at your local cinema. The National Theatre of Greece, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, invites the entire planet to the most beautiful theatre in the world, at Ancient Epidaurus, to share and participate – even if only online – in our production of The Persians; in a ritual that takes us back to the past, reminding us of the essence and the core of existence, which is at the same time a bridge between people and cultures. Their trepidation reaches its peak when Queen Atossa, the mother of the campaign’s commander, Xerxes, and the wife of the deceased King Darius, recounts an ominous dream in which Xerxes attempts to yoke a Greek woman and an Asian woman to his chariot. Patricia Claus - Jul 17, 2020. Specifically, the cavea originally comprised 34 rows of seats, holding between 6000 and 8000 spectators, divided into 12 cunei (wedge-shaped sections) and 13 staircases, radiating outwards from the corners of a notional 20-sided polygon in the orchestra. It recounts the Persian response to news of their military defeat at the Battle of Salamis  which was a decisive event in the ongoing Greek-Persian Wars. gravity.gr It was built by the architect Polykleitos on the side of a mountain and merges perfectly into the surrounding landscape of undulating hills, overlooking the Sanctuary of Asklepius. Dimitris Lignadis Anyone who wishes to do so can make a donation to support the National Theatre of Greece, its work and its staff. More than 200 healing centres in the eastern Mediterranean are believed to have operated under authorisation from the Asclepeion of Epidaurus. Head Project Manager Darius, the symbol of former glory, is summoned from Hades by a necromantic ritu-al and the grief of the Persians. The performance is part of this year’s Athens and Epidaurus Festival that this summer it had to be adjusted to the new pandemic reality. General Manager Southeast Europe for Google. Irene Moundraki Little Theatre of Ancient Epidaurus . Live from Epidaurus Aeschylus, The Persians. Paul Edwards Michalis Kourtis In Susa, the Persian capital, the old men who loyally guard the glorious palaces of Xerxes are awaiting news of their army’s campaign against the Greeks, and are ap-prehensive about the outcome of the expedition. For the first time, YouTube will give the opportunity to an international audience, to virtually travel to the home of the theater and to the magical landscape of Epidaurus and to watch live, via live stream, the Persians by Aeschylus – one of the leading ancient Greek tragedies. And while it is true that nothing can compare with the physical presence in such a sacred place like Epidaurus, the fact that, in these adverse conditions we can share a taste of our cultural heritage and unparalleled Greek experience with people who would like to visit our country but are currently undergoing restrictions is really important. On this occasion, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated: “As humanity is still challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic, the first ever live streaming of an ancient Greek drama performance from the ancient theater of Epidaurus is, Ι believe, a pivotal moment. Its fame spread far beyond Argolis and it was considered the birthplace of medicine, while its monuments bear extraordinary witness to the development from faith healing to science. Gorki stream / Gorki Stream Doesn’t matter where you are, in Berlin, Istanbul, Minsk or on the Scottish isles – now you can watch our new premieres from anywhere, and we’re not just taping them, we’re producing recordings specifically for the stream. Reeds in de oudheid werd het geprezen voor de harmonie van zijn proporties.Het is ontworpen in het midden van de 4e eeuw v.Chr., door de architect en beeldhouwer Polykleitos de Jongere, die eveneens verantwoordelijk is voor de tholos (gekenmerkt door Korinthische zuilen die met zeer mooie kapitelen zijn bekroond). Vasilis AthanasopoulosAlberto FaisKonstantinos GavalasNikos KarathanosLydia KoniordouSpyridon KyriazopoulosAlkiviadis MaggonasLaertes MalkotsisGiorgos MavridisArgyris PandazarasDimitris PapanikolaouGiannos PerlegasMichalis TheofanousArgyris Xafis. It is also a historical record of the most important battle of the second Persian invasion of Greece (and one of the most crucial conflicts in human history), the Battle of Salamis (480 BCE), in which Aeschylus participated. During the 4th and 3rd century BCE, widespread warfare led people to seek the help of Asclepius even more, and the sanctuary became one of the richest of that time. All proceeds will benefit the National Theatre and Greek actors impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Regular performances of ancient drama by the NTG began in 1954, while in the following year, the Epidaurus Festival was inaugurated as an annual event for the presentation of ancient drama with a performance of Euripides’ Hippolytus. Agiou Konstantinou 22-24, 10437, Athens, Greece Translations Anyone looking for the heart of culture will find it beating in the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, in the National Theatre of Greece’s first production of ancient drama in the post-COVID era, to which the whole planet is invited. The orchestra is 20 metres in diameter, with the thymele, the base of an altar of Dionysus, at its centre. The Persians, Aeschylus’ most important anti-war play, recounts the Persian response to news of their military defeat at the Battle of Salamis in 480 BCE, which was a decisive event in the ongoing Greco-Persian Wars. LITTLE THEATRE OF EPIDAURUS 2020 PROGRAMME ALKINOOS IOANNIDIS live (MUSIC) 17 & 18 July 2020 – 9:30pm. Live from Epidaurus: For the first time ever a live ancient Greek drama performance streamed globally from the ancient theater of Epidaurus . Arts, Culture, FEATURED sunday 09.08.2020. The theater of Epidaurus, work of architect Polycleitus the Younger, is connected to the born of theater as well as healing, as it was part of a holy site dedicated to Asclepius, god of medicine and father of goddess Hygeia who personifies health. Head of Drama and International Relations Dept. Epidaurus Large Greek Theater. Praise for the achievements of the past is transformed into wailing and lamentation for the present, crowning the suffering in the once-splendid palace of the Persians. For the first time ever, an ancient Greek drama performance will be streamed live, from the ancient theater of Epidaurus, often called “the world’s most beautiful theater.”. Artistic Director of the National Theatre of Greece. Today, there are five venues in the National Theatre in Ziller Building, in Rex Theatre and the School of Athens – Irene Papas (open-air venue under construction). This resulted in a number of great works of construction. Two and a half thousand years ago, the theatre was born in Greece – and specifically in Attica – as the product of an advanced society that had found a balance between the individual and the collective, centred on citizens and their education. The Persians is a tragedy of defeat; defeat caused by hubris. Nowadays, the ancient theatre is beautifully conserved and offers great acoustics.It is still used during the Athens Summer Festival. Answer 1 of 3: For those who want to see a performance in the ancient Epidavros theater. For the first time ever, the performance of a major ancient Greek drama will be live-streamed from the famous ancient theater of Epidaurus. Coordinator The Birds by Aristophanes. Tags Aeschylus drama English subtitles Epidaurus Greek July 25 2020 live streaming The Persians theater, I was waiting with bated breath, but no streaming was avaialble. The National Theatre of Greece, during its 90 years of existence, has succeeded in creating a powerful theatrical tradition. Theater Branoul verzorgt sinds 20 maart op voorstellingsdagen dagelijks een livestream via Facebook: even geen coronanieuws, maar mooie verhalen en muziek. Email: interdept@n-t.gr The live-streaming is done in partnership with Google Greece. Epidaurus Ancient Theater to Live-Stream Play Performance for the First Time in Its History. Het Theater van Epidaurus, het best bewaarde theater uit de Griekse oudheid, was verbonden aan de cultusplaats voor Asclepius, god van de geneeskunde, in het antieke Epidaurus.. Dit bijzonder goed bewaarde theater, dat als een reusachtige schelp tegen de flank van een heuvel ligt, werd in de 4e eeuw v.Chr. For the first time ever, the performance of a major ancient Greek drama will be live-streamed from the famous ancient theater of Epidaurus. Donations can be made using a Visa or MasterCard credit, debit or prepaid card on the Ticket Services site and are processed through the Eurobank online payment environment. Amidst an enforced lockdown, art and the theatre once more emerged as vital human needs, as a place of refuge. Achilleas Kourias The seats in the first row were for officials and were distinguished by being made from limestone and having backs. This Saturday (July 25), the festival is live-streaming ‘The Persians’, an anti-war piece by the ancient Greek playwright Aeschylus, to home audiences around the world. The impressive size of the Persian army, the fame of its generals, and the god-given power of their king do nothing to allay the fears of the elders, who know all too well how the web of Ate, the goddess of folly, can entrap men and lead them to their ru-in. In 1938 the National Theatre of Greece performed its first open-air production of ancient drama, Sophocles’ Electra; the first performance after centuries at the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus. Aeschylus’ Persians is the oldest drama that has survived in full to the present day and is at the same time a historical account of the most important conflict in the second Persian invasion of Greece, the Battle of Salamis, which took place exactly 2500 years ago. As countries around the world are still exploring ways to restart theater in the post-COVID era, and as most festivals across Europe have been unfortunately canceled this year, the Athens and Epidaurus Festival will still take place, albeit in a condensed form, titled Fragment, adhering to the strictest safety measures. Well, by visiting the beautiful site of Epidaurus, you can combine it all! Jumping off cliffs and crossing steep paths while fleeing her pursuers, Frankojannou, the tragic heroine of Alexandros Papadiamantis’ novella The Murderess, has been etched in the memory of readers for the past 120 years. Theater Rotterdam Theater Rotterdam blijft op zijn website digitale theatrale initiatieven aanvullen. In the framework of this year’s Athens and Epidaurus Festival, the National Theatre of Greece will present Aeschylus’s play “The Persians” in Greek with English subtitles. The repertory of the National Theatre aims at polyphony, promoting a dialogue between tradition, present and future. Dora Feggara, NATIONAL THEATRE OF GREECE If you would like to make a donation to the National Theatre of Greece, please fill in your name, email and the amount you wish to donate. LIVE FROM EPIDAURUS It is Aeschylus’ most important anti-war play. National Theatre of Greece. It is therefore quite fitting that in 2020, when the entire planet is being tried by COVID-19, that Greece symbolically and literally transmits globally an ancient drama performance from the holiest of places, to heal the wounds that were inflicted by this pandemic. Maria Karananou The Persians (472 BCE) is the oldest ancient Greek drama that has survived in full to the present day. Website Artwork Google will host the livestreaming and provide technical support as well as major free promotion across YouTube regarding the livestreaming event. What is the reason for 2. wave in Greece? Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis exclaimed that the upcoming performance, live from Epidaurus, is “a pivotal moment, as humanity is still challenged by the Covid-19 pandemic.”. Victory crowns those who act wisely, while the mechanism of justice punishes anyone whose pride leads them into excesses, offending both gods and men with their arrogance. A performance of the ancient Greek play “The Persians,” by Aeschylus, will be streamed live to a global audience on Saturday, July 25, from the ancient theatre of Epidaurus. The first 34 rows are original, excavated at the end of the nineteenth century. July 17, 2020 Oudst bewaard gebleven toneelstuk ‘De Perzen’ werd geschreven door … It will also be  available at the websites of the National Theatre of Greece, the Athens and Epidaurus Festival and the Ministry of Culture and Sports, as well as the National Theatre of Greece’s YouTube channel. For the first time ever, the performance of a major ancient Greek drama will be live-streamed from the famous ancient theater of Epidaurus. Greece's first state theatre company was the Royal Theatre, which was founded in 1901 and operated until 1908. It was built in the late 4th or early 3rd century BCE by the architect Polycleitus the Younger to host the music, singing and dramatic contests involved in the worship of Asclepius. The National Theatre of Greece's production of The Persians is being live-streamed free of charge worldwide (outside Greece). This performance of Aeschylus' The Persians, on July 25, comes at a critical juncture to underscore the universality of the principles that led to the construction of the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus, a UNESCO World Heritage site, 2300 years ago. Email: n-t@n-t.gr The Asclepeion of Epidaurus, an ancient healing temple dedicated to Asclepius, the god of medicine and the protector of human health and personal happiness, was the most important therapeutic centre in the entire Greek and Roman world. k2desing Theater; Epidaurus Theatre to Live-Stream Ancient Play For First Time. It was reestablished under the name National Theatre in 1930 and opened for the public in March 1932. TornosNews.gr 17.07.2020 | 10:44. According to the dead king, the blame for the disas-ter lies with the arrogant Xerxes, whose hubris defies nature and the gods. Greece's Epidaurus theatre to live-stream ancient play for the first time. The Theatre of Epidaurus has a 20-meter wide circular orchestra, 55 rows and a seating capacity of up to 14,000 people. Designed by the architect Polykleitos the Younger during the fourth century BC, the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is one of the best-kept amphitheatres in Greece. The revival of Ancient Greek Drama remains a key area of interest for the National Theatre in an effort to combine respect for tradition with new trends. As part of this year’s Athens and Epidaurus Festival, the National Theatre of Greece, with the support of … Attendance was an integral part of the treatment of patients, as the ancient Greeks viewed the nurturing and cultivation of the soul and spiritual development as inherent to bodily health. In the mid-2nd century BCE, the cavea was extended and its capacity increased to 13,000 or 14,000 spectators. This event is realized with the support […] After centuries of silence, ancient drama was once again heard at Epidaurus in 1938, when the National Theatre of Greece (NTG) performed Dimitris Rondiris’ production of Sophocles’ Electra, starring Katina Paxinou and Eleni Papadaki. The performance is in Greek with English subtitles and lasts approximately 90 minutes. This year, our planet has experienced an unprecedented and terrifying pandemic, COVID-19, which overturned everything we once thought we knew and brought us face to face with our responsibilities. It is the first time that a major ancient Greek drama production is being livestreamed, and it is also the first time that any event is being livestreamed from Epidaurus. Within the framework of this year’s Festival, the National Theatre of Greece with the support of the Greek Ministry of Culture and Sports will present to a global audience a production of Aeschylus’ drama The Persians, commemorating the 25th centennial of the Battle of Salamis. A detailed account of the rout concludes with a long description of the Battle of Salamis, the flight of Xerxes, and the ill fortune of the remaining army that attempt-ed to return by land. For the first time, a performance of an ancient Greek play, will be streamed live from Epidaurus, on Saturday, July 25, 2020, at 21.00. Premiere, Theatre . New England Academy of Dance Presents: The Nutcracker SATURDAY SHOWS 11AM, 2PM and 6:30PM $35 Victory crowns those who act wisely, while the mechanism of justice punishes anyone whose pride leads them into excesses, offending both gods and men with their arrogance. Sisifos: Obviously you are living on a fantasy island. More information on the performance and the plot here. Without triumphalism or bravado, and with respect for the suffering of the defeated, Aeschylus delivers a paean to the freedom of the individual, juxtaposing democratic ideals with tyranny and blind obedience to power. The Greek woman breaks free, throwing the king to the ground. The stream begins at 1pm ET, with the performance starting at 2pm ET. In partnership with Google Greece. Director of The Persians Katerina Charalampidou Contributor The arrival of an out-of-breath messenger confirms their worst premonitions: the Persian army has been annihilated; the Greeks have won. A humanity that has the right to unity and to the bridging of distances, even when the conditions do not allow it. PROGRAMME AT LITTLE EPIDAURUS THEATRE ALKINOOS IOANNIDIS live (MUSIC) 17 & 18 July 2020 – 9:30pm. Search for screenings at your local cinema for National Theatre Live. The arri-val of the ragged and vanquished king, in stark contrast to the magnificent presence of Darius, completes the image of absolute defeat. Live from Epidaurus: Aeschylus’ “The Persians” in international live streaming from the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus Amid this difficult year, the Athens & Epidaurus Festival courageously takes on the challenge of COVID-19, making every effort to remain punctual in its appointment with audiences. Datahost.gr ... Google will host the live streaming and provide technical support as well as a major free promotion across YouTube regarding the live streaming event. Organized by the National Theatre of Greece The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is a theatre in the Greek city of Epidaurus, located on the southeast end of the sanctuary dedicated to the ancient Greek God of medicine, Asclepius.It is built on the west side of Cynortion Mountain, near modern Lygourio, and belongs to the Epidaurus Municipality.It is considered to be the most perfect ancient Greek theatre with regard to acoustics and aesthetics. This summer Greece sends its own message around the world that art can heal body and soul, as ancient Greek philosophers and doctors taught us. Aeschylus’ The Persians performed by actors of the Greek National Theater will be available to a global audience on July 25, 2020. : +30 210 5288100 The play will be streamed live at 21.00 Athens time (GMT +2), in partnership with Google Greece.