Mar 3 • 07:46 UTC 🇬🇷 Greece Naftemporiki

Magda Mavrogianni: '...The beauty was within her...'

A musical-theatrical performance based on the life of Nelly's Seraiadari is set to bring to life her remarkable artistic journey at the Olympia Theatre in Athens.

The original musical-theatrical performance by Magda Mavrogianni, titled 'With Nelly's Gaze,' highlights the tumultuous story of Nelly's Seraiadari, a photographer known for her groundbreaking art and daring spirit. The event is scheduled to take place at the Olympia Theatre on March 5th, showcasing the intertwining of words, images, and music to narrate Nelly's extensive journey from Smyrna and Germany to Greece and America.

Central to the narrative is a pivotal moment when Nelly's captured the artistic world's attention by photographing nude dancers against the backdrop of the Parthenon, a feat that ultimately shook the artistic conventions of her era. Accompanying her in this artistic tribute will be the Athens Municipal Choir, under the direction of Stathis Beris, alongside distinguished artists like bass Christophoros Stamboglis and pianist Karolos Zouganelis. This performance promises to provide audiences with a striking portrayal of Nelly's life and legacy.

In an interview, Magda Mavrogianni expressed her admiration for Nelly's audacity, which is also a key theme in this production. The blending of different artistic expressions aims to create an immersive experience for the audience, celebrating Nelly's contributions to photography and the arts, as well as her vibrant life story as an expatriate navigating various cultures and challenges.

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