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Marking two years since its reopening, the Lycabettus Hill open-air theater invites Athenians and visitors to welcome autumn with a series of theater and music performances.
Kicking off on August 30 with Sophocles’ ancient tragedy Aias, the program will bring together classical works, contemporary productions, and concerts by leading Greek and international artists.
“The Lycabettus Municipal Theater remains a vibrant, open cultural venue that underscores the role of artistic expression in shaping Athens’ urban landscape,” said Athens Mayor Haris Doukas.
Entertainment overlooking Athens
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After hosting four performances during the Athens Epidaurus Festival (AEF) in early summer, the theater will present a diverse program of events running through September and culminating on October 4, with highlights including:
– Monday, September 1: Alone with Hamlet, directed by Emilios Chilakis and Manolis Dounias
– Friday, September 5: The Servant of Two Masters, directed by Yannis Kakleas
– Saturday, September 6: Enigmatic Variations, directed by Sotiris Tsafoulias and Pygmalion Dadakaridis
– Monday, September 8: Electra, directed by Dimitris Tarlow
– Saturday, September 20: Jethro Tull – The Seven Decades
– Sunday, September 21: Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes
– Saturday, September 27: Nepenthe: 3-Year Anniversary Concert
– Sunday, September 28: Cantada: 1-Year Anniversary Concert
Easy access for all
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On event days, access to Lycabettus Hill is free for pedestrians and cyclists. To protect the hill’s environment and reduce congestion, cars are not permitted in the theater’s parking lot, except for people with disabilities, those over 60, and taxis dropping off or picking up passengers.
The Municipality of Athens also provides free shuttle buses, running circular routes from 7pm to 9pm, starting at Sarantapichou Street (toward Lycabettus Path). Schedules may vary depending on the event. After performances, the shuttles assist visitors on their way down, with priority given to the elderly, pregnant women, and those with mobility challenges.
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