Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Αιανής, Κοζάνη. Φωτογραφία: Γ. Καλκανίδης

Contradictions

Dates

25.07 — 26.07.2025

Start Time

21:00

Description

Contradictions is a theatrical production that brings together two powerful texts in a bold dramaturgical synthesis: Plato’s Apology of Socrates and Kostas Varnalis’ The True Apology of Socrates. A contemporary Socrates stands before his accusers, answering with the philosophical clarity of Plato and the sharp, ironic voice of Varnalis. Through this staged dialogue, a timeless clash is brought to life—thought against authority, truth against deception, responsibility against apathy. Language reigns supreme on stage: philosophical, poetic, and provocative, supported by original live music that underscores the emotional and intellectual tension. Bridging two millennia of critical thought, Contradictions invites audiences to reflect anew on questions that still resonate today: What is truth? What place does the thinking individual hold in society? And what is the price of truth in our time?

Contributors

Direction:
Ieroklis Michailidis
Dramaturgy:
Katerina Diakoumopoulou
Music supervision:
Giotis Kiourtzoglou
Costumes:
Dimitra Liakoura
Lighting design:
Viktor Berkan
Assistant director:
Giannis Moustakas
Cast:
Ieroklis Michailidis, Gerasimos Skiadaresis
On-stage musicians:
Giotis Kiourtzoglou (bass), Maximos Drakos (piano), Miltiadis Papastamou (violin)
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Information

The event is offered for free by the Ministry of Culture.
Advanced booking is necessary.

Duration

60'

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