Directed by Alexander Raptotasios Cast: Yorgos Karamihos Acclaimed Greek actor Yorgos Karamihos performs Simon Stephens’ “VANYA” with resounding success. Under the direction of Alexander Raptotasios, Yorgos Karamihos takes on “VANYA”, written by multi-award-winning Simon Stephens (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time). The modern, condensed version of Anton Chekhov's famous play challenges an actor to play eight roles,
Periklis Kanaris - Naftodia Andros International Festival Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:00 PM Composer and performer Pericles Kanaris has been recognized as one of the most important ambassadors of Greek music in the Diaspora. Not coincidentally, the International New York Times recognised in his music a “Greek identity with a global sounds.” Through his multifaceted work (recordings, concerts, productions) in
As part of the 11th International Andros Festival, on Tuesday 5th August 2025 at 9:00 PM Kaireios Library is organising an event to commemorate its founder, Dimitrios I. Polemis, on the occasion of 20 years since his death. The event will begin with a greeting by scholar Michael A. Tiverios, President of the Academy of Athens and Vice-President of Kaireios
The Philharmonic Orchestra of Andros’ Music Association presents a musical tribute to renowned composer Thanos Mikroutsikos. An evening filled with emotion, poetry, strong melodies and great songs that have left their mark on the Greek music scene. Thursday 7th August 2025 at 9:00 PM Andros Open-Air Theatre Performers Kostas Thomaidis Polyxeni Karakoglou Music direction: Dimitrios Sideris Financial support vouchers: 15€
After his long winter tour, Foivos Delivorias once again unfolds the map of Greece, marks down some cities, towns and islands, and sets off on a summer tour aspiring to take his performance all around the country. On Saturday 9th August 2025 he performs at the Andros Open-Air Theatre. In his words: “This summer I once more feel like travelling
Foivos Delivorias and his children’s songs are coming to meet the children, young and old alike! Mikri Arktos presents “Pes mou t’ onoma sou” (“Tell me your name”) by Foivos Delivorias Guys! Foivos Delivorias and his children’s songs are coming again to meet the children, young and old alike… “Here we are! Fallen from the sky and unexpected but, we hope, welcome. With
Euripides’ A N D R O M A C H E Directed by Maria Protopappa ~ When human justice fails Nemesis restores balance and the right of women to claim their place in the world ~ Maria Protopappa makes her directorial debut with Euripides' "Andromache", a tragedy that remains surprisingly timely, exploring the experiences of terror and destruction, individual choices and
Concert with Giorgos Hatzinasios “Mousiki Esthisi” (“Music feeling”) Renowned Greek composer Giorgos Hatzinasios will give a special concert at the Andros Open-Air Theatre on Wednesday 13th August 2025 at 9:00 PM, as part of the International Andros Festival. In this unique musical night the acclaimed composer will appear on stage alongside three distinguished performers of the Greek music scene; Mairi
TO KAPLANI TIS VITRINAS (WILDCAT UNDER GLASS) by Alki Zei The legendary “To Kaplani tis Vitrinas” (“Wildcat under glass”) by Alki Zei goes on tour throughout Greece. A milestone for children’s literature, it has been translated into 22 languages and published in 39 foreign editions, receiving numerous international awards. Having recently marked 60 years since its first launch, it sets off
“STORIES OF THE WIND” TRIBUTE TO PIONEER DIRECTOR JORIS IVENS (1898-1989) 18 &19 August 2025 At Ciné Avli of Andros Film Club 11th International Andros Festival Curation: Pantelis Voulgaris In collaboration with: Taksiarhis Deligiannis Vasilis Tsiouvaras This year, the Festival commemorates Joris Ivens, an exceptional and pioneering European documentary filmmaker. During the two-day tribute to his work (18 & 19 August),
STORIES OF THE WIND” TRIBUTE TO PIONEER DIRECTOR JORIS IVENS (1898-1989) 18 &19 August 2025 At Ciné Avli of Andros Film Club 11th International Andros Festival Curation: Pantelis Voulgaris In collaboration with: Taksiarhis Deligiannis Vasilis Tsiouvaras This year, the Festival commemorates Joris Ivens, an exceptional and pioneering European documentary filmmaker. During the two-day tribute to his work (18 & 19 August),
Sophocles’ Electra Directed by Dimitri Tarlow “Inextinguishable hatred, rigid passion” Dimitri Tarlow makes his directorial debut in ancient drama with the Sophocles version of Electra on 21st August 2025 at the Andros Open-Air Theatre In a world plagued by totalitarianism and social injustice and an era where violence and revenge are often portrayed as “necessary evil,” Sophocles’ Electra takes on
Ioulia Karapataki Summer 2025 This summer Ioulia Karapataki is coming out with a bang to meet her friends all around Greece. With the power of her voice, songs that move and excite, a new set and an uplifting band. The past months have been full of live performances for Ioulia. Following her recent album release “6 Songs for Ioulia” (with
“Because That’s How Love Is” Aleka Kanellidou Accompanied by GIANNIS GIANNOUSAKIS Special Guest Eleonora Zouganeli, Featuring Katerina Polemi International Andros Festival 2026 begins with renowned singer Aleka Kanellidou. A timeless performer with sensual voice and tender stage presence, whose songs are not only part of the rich Greek music scene, but also part of our soul. Aleka Kanellidou will present
Lefteris Vogiatzis' Andros, A documentary by Elias Giannakakis As it is known, Lefteris Vogiatzis discovered Andros at some point in his life and acknowledged it as his paradise on earth. Director Elias Giannakakis, a friend of Lefteris Vogiatzis, attempts to create a portrait of the renowned theatrical creator after having captured him through his lens in various documentaries over the
Lefteris Vogiatzis' Andros A documentary by Elias Giannakakis As it is known, Lefteris Vogiatzis discovered Andros at some point in his life and acknowledged it as his paradise on earth. Director Elias Giannakakis, a friend of Lefteris Vogiatzis, attempts to create a portrait of the renowned theatrical creator after having captured him through his lens in various documentaries over the
Lefteris Vogiatzis' Andros A documentary by Elias Giannakakis As it is known, Lefteris Vogiatzis discovered Andros at some point in his life and acknowledged it as his paradise on earth. Director Elias Giannakakis, a friend of Lefteris Vogiatzis, attempts to create a portrait of the renowned theatrical creator after having captured him through his lens in various documentaries over the
Samuel Beckett’s Happy Days Directed by Dimitri Tarlow Premiere on August 1st 2026 at Andros Open-air Theatre “I admire you and thank you for your willingness to play Winnie” Dimitri Tarlow directs Aglaia Pappa in one of the most emblematic works of the theatre of the absurd, Samuel Beckett's Happy Days, in a project that explores human resilience and pays
“The Melodies That United Generations” The Philharmonic Orchestra of Andros’ Music Association presents a special musical tribute to renowned composer and conductor Giorgos Katsaros; “Viva Maestro! Giorgos Katsaros – The Melodies That United Generations”. The concert will take the audience on a journey through favourite melodies from different eras, which marked Greek song and remain alive to this day. Performers
This summer Dimitris Mpasis presents a special music performance in a tour filled with great hits and authentic folk entertainment. In an evening of music and emotion, the renowned performer will present beloved songs from his personal discography, along with timeless creations by exceptional composers who have left their mark on the Greek music scene. With his special voice quality
“MR STINK” By David Walliams By the author of “The Midnight Gang” Theatrical adaptation: Andri Theodotou – Directed by Dimitris Degaitis After a series of successful performances, Dimitris Degaitis and Andri Theodotou return to the familiar Children's Stage of the Art Theatre in Frynichou St. Together with the production company of fellow Art Theatre graduate Gerasimos Skafidas, they will renew
Music Paths A music journey with Alexandros Drakos Ktistakis’ compositions at International Andros Festival 2026 On Monday 10 August, the 12th International Andros Festival hosts the musical performance "Music Paths" with music and songs by composer and musician Alexandros Drakos Ktistakis, accompanied by a large orchestra of exceptional musicians. Having carved many different musical paths during his rich compositional and
“IF YOU HEAR THE CHILDREN” WITH LEFTERIS AND ALKIVIADES A PERFORMANCE WITH BELOVED CHILDREN'S SONGS Following many sold out performances, Lefteris Eleftheriou and Alkiviades Konstantopoulos travel all over Greece with the most musical performance: “If You Hear the Children”! The acclaimed, multi-talented actor and performer joins the beloved songwriter, also known as the “orchestra man”. Together, they create the most
After 4 years of continuous success, SEXY LAUNDRY is going on a summer tour! After endless sold out shows, lots of love from the audience and their “marriage” considered as one of the biggest theatrical events of recent years, Spyros Papadopoulos and Renia Louizidou are doing laundry again… Emotions, anxieties, anger, whining, humour, love, SEX; all of this is mingled
Courtyard of the Byzantine Church of Taxiarches in Mesaria From Baroque to the 20th Century Music for Stringed Instruments from Vivaldi to Respighi Tuesday 18 August 08:00 pm The Andros International Festival presents a special concert for soloists and string ensemble, entitled “From Baroque to the 20th Century”; a musical journey that highlights the timeless continuity of European musical creation
A visit in Aristophanes’ play Adaptation-Original Text-Songs: Foivos Delivorias Direction-Conception: Nikos Karathanos Co-Director: Angelos Triantafyllou Who will be alive in the summer? And who will be alive tomorrow? Neither time knows this Nor does the star From Epidaurus Once again nations fall To pieces Listen to my sweet melody From the edge of this pit With the dead bodies Make
Martha Frintzila – Maria Papageorgiou Saturday 22 August / 09:00 pm “One Stage – Two Bands – Two Female Paths” This summer, the Andros Festival hosts a special, double musical encounter, with two of the most important and captivating voices of the contemporary Greek music scene. On Saturday 22 August, Martha Frintzila with the Kubara Project, and Maria Papageorgiou will
Euripides "Medea" Directed by Nikita Milivojević 29 years after her legendary performance, Karyofyllia Karambeti returns to the emblematic protagonist role this summer with Nikita Milivojević's "Medea". The international director, much loved by the Greek audience, comes to our country to sign a breathtaking reading of the great tragedy; a Medea who carries, as memory and as truth, the unbearable burden