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First ever bilingual Greek-Chinese play staged in Athens
The National Theatre of Greece staged the first ever bilingual play in Greek and Chinese on Sunday. Directed by Wang Xiaoying, it was in 2016 that his unique approach to …
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Fighting the ‘African gangs’ narrative with ancient Greek tragedy
Antigone‘s timeless beauty and wisdom has been once again brought to the stage. But this time the 2,500-year-old tragedy speaks directly to one of Australia’s most polarising contemporary political debates. …
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How William Zappa won the battle to adapt Homer’s Iliad
After Achilles has killed Trojan Prince Hector, his father Priam, the King of Troy begs Achilles to give him the body back. “The sons I had who were the best …
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The story of TV icon Adriana Xenides, narrated in musical form
Eight years after her death, not many people remember Adriana Xenides and fewer still see her as an icon. As for how many think of her as a bigger than …
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Inspired by Homer, Dimitris Papaioannou’s ‘The Great Tamer’ heads to Australia
On the tube travelling on the northern line to Sadler’s Wells, I grab a copy of the Evening Standard and spot a review full of praise for the opening night …
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How Maria Mercedes’ career came full circle
By now, the TV audience is used to the aesthetics of the talent show and the arena conditions; the contestants hoping to see their star shine, the studio audience cheering …
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‘Astroman’ takes us back to the 1980s
Whether you are a kid of the ’80s or just among the many who despite not growing up in that era still feel mysteriously attracted to it, Astroman is your …
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A long overdue tribute to our migrant mothers
Actress Elena Carapetis is proving she is a woman of many talents. Next month her script for The Gods of Strangers will be brought to life at the Dunstan Playhouse …
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Does God exist?
Despite advancements in science and technology, throughout different civilisations the question of whether God exists has continued to inspire debate. Actor Nicholas Papademetriou has grappled with the question himself, and …
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Q44 Theatre looks to grow presence in Melbourne’s independent scene
Following an extension of its ‘Together is Better’ campaign final date, Q44 Theatre company is calling for help in raising much needed funds to support its ongoing work and consolidate …