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Since 1953 the national Greek Dances Theatre of “Dora Stratou” is the the living museum of Greek dance and is unique, in its kind, in the world.
Dances, songs and music are presented in their original forms as were or are still performed in the respective villages or islands of Greece.
All the costumes worn by the performers are authentic museum pieces, handmade in those villages more than a century ago.
The theatre’s wardrobe contains 2,000 such historical costumes from all over Greece, complete with jewelry and accessories.
Extensive field studies by a team of researchers under the direction of professor Alkis Raftis supports the fidelity of performances to the original.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Athens, Greece
Trip Category: Classes & Workshops >> Dance Lessons
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Since 1953 the national Greek Dances Theatre of “Dora Stratou” is the the living museum of Greek dance and is unique, in its kind, in the world.
Dances, songs and music are presented in their original forms as were or are still performed in the respective villages or islands of Greece.
All the costumes worn by the performers are authentic museum pieces, handmade in those villages more than a century ago.
The theatre’s wardrobe contains 2,000 such historical costumes from all over Greece, complete with jewelry and accessories.
Extensive field studies by a team of researchers under the direction of professor Alkis Raftis supports the fidelity of performances to the original.
Itinerary
Greek Dance classes in English with professional dancers guidance for individuals or groups at the same area that the show takes place before the show.
After the lesson all attendants get to enjoy the show of the national Greek Dances Theatre of “Dora Stratou”.
Since 1953 is the the living museum of Greek dance and is unique, in its kind, in the world.
Dances, songs and music are presented in their original forms as were or are still performed in the respective villages or islands of Greece.
All the costumes worn by the performers are authentic museum pieces, handmade in those villages more than a century ago.
Show times: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 21:30. Saturday and Sunday 20:30
Stop At:
• Dora Stratou Greek Dances Theatre, 33 Arakinthou Filopappou Hill, Plaka, Athens 117 41 Greece
