The Women of Alcyonia
Start of reservations: 24.07
20.08 — 21.08.2026
19.00
Description
Beside the Archaeological Site of Lerna, in Argolis, lies Lake Alcyonia. In myth, it is bottomless: a passage to the Underworld and the lair of the Lernaean Hydra. It is the starting point of our walking performance. Spectators follow journeys of water: from the lake, along the Pontinos River, to the sea: Water-cycle journeys of beauty and endurance. They follow human paths of anguish, resilience, and daring, ultimately arriving at harmony. Paths of mortals led to immortality, as mythological figures or even deities. They follow the Danaids, Ariadne, and Semele: female figures from the myths of a place known for Heracles and Dionysus. Hera, goddess of women, order, and Argos, guides the spectators along these routes, singing and conversing over electronic music. In a present marked by water scarcity and the need for endurance and courage, the performance sows mythological figures in the land of Lerna, revealing its contemporary significance.
Contributors
Ohi Pezoume
Information
The event is offered for free by the Ministry of Culture.
Advanced booking is necessary.
Peripatetic.
70'
