Karagiozis in 31 B.C. in Alexandria
13.07 — 14.07.2024
Peformance starts at 21.00, Thematic tour starts at 19.30
Description
What is the relationship between Goebbels and Hadjiavatis? Cavafy and Cleopatra? Nionios and Churchill? And in what way is a monkey bite responsible for the Asia Minor expedition? Artifactory presents the shadow puppet performance for children and grown-ups Karagiozis in 31 B.C. in Alexandria, inspired by C.P. Cavafy’s poem “In 31 B.C. in Alexandria”.
The piece discusses the naval battle of Actium, a significant event in the Hellenistic antiquity era. It provides a unique perspective that raises contemporary issues related to misinformation, the peculiar nature of war, and the impact of fake news on shaping public opinion. The performance is part of the interdisciplinary, multi-faceted project Cavafy: 4 poems about Nikopolis, which aims to link Cavafy’s poetic universe and his connection to antiquity, as portrayed in these four poems, with the archaeological site of Nikopolis and its history.
Contributors
ARTIFACTORY
Information
The event is offered for free by the Ministry of Culture.
Advanced booking is necessary.
The performance will be preceded by a thematic tour at the Octavian Caesar Augustus Monument in Nicopolis.
60'
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