Synopsis
The Oberon Anthology of Contemporary Greek Plays
Published by Oberon
It offers a fusion of concerns, feelings and ideas, taking you on a unique journey to Greek theatre
The five Plays are ...
M.A.I.R.O.U.L.A. ~ Lena Kitsopoulou,
Existential anxieties consume a 'strange' woman who wants to leave all that is tormenting her behind
Angelstate ~ Nina Rapi
In an imaginary space of expiation six characters seek truths while battling with desire, loss and guilt
Wolfgang ~ Yannis Mavritsakis
Based on a real event that 'traumatised' civilized Europe, a man obsessively seeks absolute devotion by totally depriving a woman's freedom
and Juliet ~ Akis Dimou
A monologue about sexual loneliness where an aged Juliet reminisces upon the traumas of love
Hungry ~ Charalampos Giannou
A common family crisis takes an unexpected turn in a series of tragicomic events and becomes a total disaster
The Collection also includes a Foreword and introductions to each play by prominent academics in Greek Contemporary Theatre