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Company Research Report: National Theatre of Greece



Company Overview



Name, Mission of the Company


  • Name: National Theatre of Greece (Greek National Theater)

  • Mission: The primary mission of the National Theatre of Greece is the promotion of spiritual cultivation of the people through theatre art and the preservation of national cultural identity.


Founding Details


  • Founded: 1901 originally as the Royal Theatre

  • Reestablished: 1930 by Minister of Education Georgios Papandreou


Key People


  • Key People:

  • President of the Board: Vasilios Poulantzas

  • Artistic Director: Giannis Moschos


Headquarters


  • Location: Αγίου Κωνσταντίνου 22-24, Athens, Greece


Number of Employees


  • No information is available.


Revenue


  • No information is available.


Recognition


  • Known for its significant contribution to the preservation and promotion of Greek theatrical tradition and drama education, including ancient Greek drama studies and international theatrical exchanges.


Products



Offered Services and Programs


  • Performances of Ancient Drama: Staging of classic works such as those by Aeschylus, Euripides, and Aristophanes.

  • Educational Programs: Includes the Drama School, which offers professional and educational opportunities in theater arts.

  • Theatrical Productions: Includes modern and ancient plays, both Greek and international.

  • Children and Youth Programs: Small National Theatre and Experimental Stage for new creators.

  • Tours and International Engagements: Regular international collaborations and performances, such as participation in the Festival of Epidaurus.


Key Products/Services Overview


1. Educational Programs:
  • Drama School: Offers structured programs in theater arts.

  • Workshops and Labs: Focuses on ancient Greek drama, performance studies, and other related fields.

2. Cultural Productions:
  • Performances: A variety of plays from the ancient, modern Greek, and international repertoires.

  • Seasonal Tours: Regular tours across Greece and international collaborations.

3. Specialized Programs:
  • Small National Theatre: Focused on theatre for young audiences.

  • Experimental Stage for New Creators: Encourages new artists and experimental theater forms.


Recent Developments



Recent Projects and New Offerings


  • International Collaborations:

  • The Orestes of Aeschylus' production opened the 77th Circle of Classic Performances at the historic Olimpico Theatre (09.09.2024).

  • The National Theatre of Greece and the Vakhtangov Theatre in Moscow debuted Sophocles' "Oedipus Tyrannus" directed by Lithuanian Rimas Tuminas at the Epidaurus Festival and subsequently toured overseas (2016).


Latest Product Launches


  • New Performances:

  • Upcoming productions include "Goodbye, Lindita" by Marios Banousi, "Orestes" by Aeschylus, "Plutus" by Aristophanes, and "Bacchae" by Euripides (2024 season).


Major Updates


  • Digital Transformation Projects:

  • Awarded a public electronic tender for the "Creation of a Digital Warehouse of Mobile Assets and Selected Titles" (05.09.2024).

  • Upgrading and enriching the National Theatre’s digital presence (05.08.2024).


Partnerships


  • Regular partnerships with international theaters and festivals ensuring a global reach and continued cultural exchange.

  • Joint projects with institutions like the State Theatre of Northern Greece and the Cyprus Theatre Organization (2016).


Note: For consistent updates, refer to the official [National Theatre of Greece website](https://www.n-t.gr).