Director and Choreographer Apostolia Papadamaki in her groundbreaking new ceremonial performance, The Oracles of Water, creates a unique, interactive, site-specific experience that intertwines the global water crisis and climate change with the rich mythology and sacred legacy of Apollo at Delphi.
'As Above So Below' explores themes of destruction and rebirth in the Greek spirit. The performance centers on fire's duality: a sacred element in the Cabeirian Mysteries and a symbol of destruction, abuse, and war. The site-specific and participatory questions how this potent symbol, linked to God Hephaestus, could help forge a better world.
Set against the unparalleled, multidimensional backdrop of the sacred island of Delos, the DELOS Anamnesis performance invites audiences into a transformative journey through time and memory.
Inspired by the Minoans' deep reverence for Mother Nature and their rich symbolism. Held at the Minoan Palace of Zakros, which was originally built around 1900 BC, rebuilt around 1600 BC, and destroyed around 1450 BC, the performance offered a mystical experience. It connected participants with the perpetual motion of the natural world and the underlying harmony that governs it.
This immersive journey at the Thracian archeological site of Mesivria-Zone aims to awaken imagination and sensitivity, fostering a sense of unity with cultural heritage, nature, and the self.