Ida-niko Performance, directed by Thomas Diaphas
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The president of the Greek Refugee Commission in Aleppo-Syria sends a telegram to the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs asking the Greek government to stop sending more refugees from Minor Asia into Syria. “It has become impossible to accommodate more refugees”.
April 1,2,3, 2016
Idaniko, a word game between the Greek word “idaniko” that means “Ideal” and “Niko” that means “I win”, because the “ideal world” is built through small victories. An idealized reception and treatment of refugees. An inverted present reality. A “bell” for the collective memory. A journey in time. The “here and now” is turned into “there and then.” “Greece-2016” into “Syria-1923”. An opportunity to truly meet with Syrian culture, examine how the Greek ways have been modified, influenced by another tradition, their music, dance and food. As part of this project, the social cuisine as “the other hand” will accompany the event with traditional Syrian food.
A Creation by: Thomas Diafas, Evi-Despina Moissiadou, Sofia Kapsourou and Anastasia Charitidou
Days and time of performances: 1, 2, 3 April 2016 at 17:00
Where: Piraeus Port, on the Gate E2
(Due to technical problems the performances took place in the refugee camp of Elliniko, outside the Academy of Athens in the center of Athens and in Gazi Square outside Technopolis)
The performance IDANIKO is being presented for the first time at the “In Progress Feedback Festival 2016” entitled “Urban Surprises / Urban Surprises” organized by the theatrical organization the “Motor”, with the courtesy of the Municipality of Athens, with the support of Goethe-Institut and the Austrian Embassy. recognition of the EFFE International Jury Team (Festivals for Europe, www.effe.eu) as one of the best festivals in Europe.
IDANIKO – International Film Project – Volunteer Call
The live performance IDANIKO forms the basis for the IDANIKO film project, A Refugee Approach through the lens of award-winning Lebanese filmmakers.
A special multicultural cinematic experience calls for participation, solidarity and sensitivity. There is no restriction on nationality. There is no age limit. There is no limit to the will. Actors, drama students, musicians, dancers, as well as those who want to be independent and experienced, are welcome to participate!During the days and hours of the performance, essentials will be collected in collaboration with the Pireus Refugee and Migrant Initiative.
