Odysseas Stamoulis: "The secret to success is love, which is everywhere..."
The interactive comedy play 'Fiakas' continues at the 'Apo Michanis' Theatre, featuring Odysseas Stamoulis in the lead role, amidst live music and traditional puppet performance.
The article discusses the ongoing performances of 'Fiakas', directed by Panos Skouroliakos, at the 'Apo Michanis' Theatre in Greece. In this interactive comedy, Odysseas Stamoulis plays the charming rogue, with Dimitris Mylonas as his cunning servant, showcasing a blend of humor and local culture. The play, originally written in 1870, provides a window into the social customs and fashions of the 19th-century Constantinople, combining a local dialect with formal language, which contributes to its unique attractiveness.
Furthermore, the performance features live music and the participation of renowned puppeteer Kostas Spyropoulos, adding to the delight of audiences. The play is a satire that critiques the social excesses and Western influences that characterized the society of its time. 'Fiakas' is recognized as one of the most important and beloved comedies in modern Greek theater, illustrating the rich tradition of theatrical storytelling in Greece.