May 2025
2 Fri 20:30 (90’)
Little Eyolf by Henrik Ibsen I THOC New Stage (14+)
In Henrik Ibsen’s masterpiece Little Eyolf, romantic infatuation and obsessive love directly and indirectly shape the young boy’s early life. Parental carelessness and negligence–whether accidental or intentional–that lead to the abuse and sometimes even death of children is a familiar and timeless subject that horrifies anyone with a moral conscience whenever it is brought to light. Although the great Norwegian playwright’s partly autobiographical drama is rarely performed, it remains shockingly relevant across countries and eras. Guilt, repression, doubt, and hidden secrets ignite the conflicts between the play's characters.
Direction: Stefan Larsson
Translation: Margarita Melberg
Direction–Adaptation: Stefan Larsson
Set Design: Sven Haraldsson
Costumes: Lakis Genethlis
Visual Media Consultant: Torben Lendorph
Assistant Director: Maya Kyriazi
Live Filming–Camera Operation: Nefeli Kentoni
Lighting Design: Georgios Koukoulmas
Cast (in alphabetical order): Andreas Koutsoftas, Marina Makri, Lenia Sorokou, Andreas Tselepοs Margarita Zachariou
Featuring: the child Iosif Katsoulakis
With English and Turkish surtitles
3 Sat 17:00 (60’) 4+
Franz Kafka’s Doll I Ηumart
The creative team behind the successful “STILL! – A statue that travelled the world” returns three years later, with its new production. In “Franz Kafka’s Doll”, the team attempts to transport us to the magical world of a – possibly – true story, filled with emotion. A story that reminds us that “what we love will probably be lost, but love will return in another way…”.
Berlin, Autumn 1923. In a park, somewhere in the city, a girl cries inconsolably because she lost her doll. There, she meets the famous writer Franz Kafka, who reassures her, telling her that her doll was not lost, but left for a long journey, to get to know the world. From that day on, the girl receives through Kafka the letters her doll sends her, describing her adventures from every corner of the world… and beyond!
A performance full of images, music and humour, suitable for children from 4 years old.
Director: Kostas Silvestros
Dramaturgy/script/lyrics: Stavros Stavrou
Music composition: Thodoris Economou
Set/costume design: Constantina Andreou
Lighting design: Vassilis Petinaris
Choreography & Movement: Alex Kyriazis
Multimedia design: Anna Fotiadou
Make-up: Giorgos Vavanos
Vocal coaching: Christina Tselepou
Assistant director: Andri Eracleous
Assistant set/costume designer: Iphigenia Avraam
Photography: Dimitris Loutsios
Cast: Christina Papadopoulou, Anthony Papamichael, Andreas Koutsoftas, Anthi Kasinou, Rafaella Kavazi
Dancer: Giannis Economides
On-stage musician: Andreas Michalopoulos
Production: Humart. Production Management: Stavros Stavrou
Main sponsor: Deputy Ministry of Culture. Sponsor: MusicEra
7 Wed, 20:00 (170’)
The importance of being Earnest - Oscar Wilde I NT Live
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.
While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.
Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.
Director: Max Webster
Set and Costume: Rae Smith
Lighting Designer: Jon Clark
Sound Designer: Nicola T. Chang
Cast: Ronke Adιkoluιjó, Lane Julian Bleach, Shereener Browne, Richard Cant, Sharon D Clarke
Press Quotes
‘A flawless piece of comic theatre’ Broadway World
A sparkling new production...that's fiercely faithful to Wilde's wickedly subversive spirit’ Daily Mail
‘Fun, fabulous and fiery, it’s a hoot’ London Theatre
‘Ncuti Gatwa leads a Wilde party of irresistible anarchic charm’ Guardian
‘A bold and brash Wilde reboot’ Times
‘A pure blast’ Time Out
‘Immensely enjoyable, delivered with irrepressible, infectious glee’ Financial Times
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9 Fri 20:30 (90’)
The Birthday Party I Solo gia Treis 15+
Harold Pinter's cryptic classic - a melding of absurdity, power, ambiguity, meaninglessness and sanity.
With the structure of a thriller and strong elements of the Theatre of the Absurd—yet also featuring tragicomic situations emerging from this blend—the story takes place in a neglected seaside boarding house run by a kind-hearted woman, Meg, with her husband, Petey. There, Stanley, a former pianist, has found refuge. He is the only guest at the boarding house—until two unknown men, Goldberg and McCann, arrive who, for all we know, are there "on a job." After an absurd and exhausting interrogation, they organise a "birthday party" for Stanley, one which gradually turns into a nightmare. A "birthday party" for Stanley whose birthday it may – or may not – be. In Greek
Translation: Fotis Fotiou
Direction: Maria Mannaridou - Karsera
Set / Costume design: Lakis Genethlis
Music Composition: Nektarios Rodosthenous
Movement: Ivi Hadjivassiliou
Lighting design: Vasilis Petinaris
Set Construction & Painting: Martin Meason
Assistant Director: Maria Pishili
Technical Support: K.S. Ichotechniki
Production: Solo gia Treis
Cast (in order of appearance)
Andrey Krupa, Christina Christofia, Panos Makris, Lazaria Frangou, Dimitris Antoniou, Fotis Fotiou
17 Sat 19:00 (180’)
Newcomers I Pylon Art & Culture
In a new interpretation of the performance What happens to me is written up there, (2022), Maria Loizidou chooses the space of a theatre to host, for one night only, the tensions of fragile pencil lines that transcend paper and the practice of rendering speech as a reading of reflections of shared experiences.
What happens to me is written up there is part of a new exhibition by Maria Loizidou, titled Newcomers, at Pylon Art & Culture, Minerva Hotel, Platres.
19 & 20 Mon & Tue
Thanasis Alevras 46 & Sexy
With Idra Kayne & Jerome Kaluta
Directed by: Fokas Evangelinos
Fresh off the success of his smash-hit autobiographical musical satire “40+Vgaino”, which captivated audiences for two years, THANASIS ALEVRAS returns to the Rialto Theatre stage—this time, a little older and undeniably sexier! His brand-new show, titled “46 & Sexy”, is a bold mix-and-match of music and satire set to stir things up and add some irresistible flair to our everyday.
With a mischievous wink, Thanasis Alevras states: “This is a performance filled with self-deprecating humour, poking fun at the relentless sexiness and obsession with flawless beauty that defines our era – a little cheeky, unfiltered and definitely sensual. You'll see, sex is everywhere: in the streets, politics, the arts, fashion, music… even in our bills!”
Joining him on stage are his two incredible partners: the sensational voice and soul & funk performer Idra Kayne, and the velvet-voiced lover Jerome Kaluta, a multitalented artist who stands out as a musician, singer, actor, and now as a presenter, too. The show’s script was written by the talented Yiorgos Pavrianos, with hilarious contributions from Alevras’ soulmate, Fivos Delivorias, and his dear friend Antonis Thysiadis.
As Alevras notes: “In this cheeky show, we fearlessly embrace sex and all the passion it deserves! But as romantic children of the ’80s, we still believe in connection, flirting, and love. As for the rest… see you at the Rialto Theatre!”
Note: Parental Guidance is Advised
Credits
Directed by: Fokas Evangelinos
Written by: Yiorgos Pavrianos
Contributing Writers: Fivos Delivorias, Antonis Thysiadis, Thanasis Alevras
Art Direction: Thanasis Alevras
Material Editing: Magda Gogouviti
Music Direction & Arrangements: Evripidis Zemenidis
Musicians:
Evripidis Zemenidis – Guitars
Thanos Michailidis – Drums
Yiorgos Bouldis – Bass
Christos Papadopoulos – Saxophone, Clarinet
Alexandros Dimopoulos – Keys
Video & Projections: Pantelis Makkas
Costumes: Giorgos Segredakis
Lighting Design: Periklis Mathiellis
Sound Design: Yiannis Paxevanis
Artwork: Konstantinos Georgantas
Photography: Roula Revi
Production / Management: Prospero
24 Sat 19:00 (105’)
Ocean with David Attenborough (10+)
Ocean with David Attenborough takes viewers on a breathtaking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean.
The celebrated broadcaster and filmmaker reveals how his lifetime has coincided with the great age of ocean discovery. Through spectacular sequences featuring coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, Attenborough shares why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing.
Stunning, immersive cinematography showcases the wonder of life under the seas and exposes the realities and challenges facing our ocean as never-before-seen, from destructive fishing techniques to mass coral reef bleaching. Yet the story is one of optimism, with Attenborough pointing to inspirational stories from around the world to deliver his greatest message: the ocean can recover to a glory beyond anything anyone alive has ever seen.
Production: Piece Of Magic Entertainment.
In English with Greek subtitles.
28 Wed 20:30 (75’)
Water in Cyprus – Memories of bygone times era (CY 2025)
Paschalis Papapetrou
From the world’s oldest radiocarbon-dated water wells (8400 BC) to the introduction of the first water meters in households (1960).
A documentary that explores the efforts of Cypriots living in a semi-arid geographical region to divert water from riverbeds in order to irrigate their fields and ensure agricultural production, as well as their determination to exploit shallow aquifers by digging tunnels (qanats).
Directed by: Paschalis Papapetrou
Written by: Dr Giorgos Konstantinou, Paschalis Papapetrou
Director of Photography: Nicos Avraamides
Editing: Paschalis Papapetrou
Additional cinematography: Paschalis Papapetrou
Scientific advisors: Dr Giorgos Konstantinou – geologist, Dr Sophocles Hadjisavvas – archaeologist, Dr Kyriakos Kyrou – civil engineer
Narration: Costas Charalambides, Pambos Sakkas
Co-production: Anadysis Films & Deputy Ministry of Culture (Department of Contemporary Culture).
In Greek, with English subtitles.
With the support of EOA Lemesos
