After great performances in Melbourne, Sydney, Newcastle and Brisbane, Socrates Now, the production by Elliniko Theatro of New York, is coming back to Melbourne for an exclusive performance at the South Oakleigh Secondary College.
Supported by the Victorian Association for Philosophy in Schools (VAPS), the performance at the South Oakleigh College is aimed at students who have chosen Philosophy at Year 12, as Plato’s Apology is one of the prescribed texts. Students from other schools are also invited to attend the show.
An eighty-minute delivery of Plato’s The Apology, the Socrates Now performance is followed by discussion on how Socrates’ message and eternal truths might be applied today.
Known as the godfather of philosophy, students will have the opportunity to sit in on the trial for his life. Socrates, portrayed by Emmy award-winner Yannis Simonides, stands up to his accusers with the courage of his then-revolutionary ideals. Students will have the unique chance to ponder his arguments about ethics and justice, and to discuss the verdict with the actor after the performance.
The New York play, that has seen over 300 performances in more than 15 countries, is currently on its Australian and New Zealand tour.
The performance will be held at the South Oakleigh Secondary College, Bakers Road, Oakleigh South, on Monday 31 March, from 10.30 am until 12.30 pm. Cost: $15 per student. For bookings and more information, contact dimitra@theatro.com.au or call 0450 486 358