Editorial

ed the verses, putting into practice what had
been taught about the function of the ancient
chorus.
The characters came out of the chorus
where they returned when they finished their
part. The directors’ intention was obvious.
They wanted to make their young students
aware of the fact that ancient tragedy started
when the chorus leader of dithyrambus, a chorus
hymn in honour of Dionysus, separated
himself from the chorus and recited his
part.
The costumes were inspired by paintings on
ancient vessels and care had been taken to
choose the right colours.
The whole production was characterized by
a unity of style and aesthetic harmony. I consider
this an achievement because the young
actors had a different background and culture
and this could have undermined the synthesis
of their contribution. However, thanks
to their hard work and the guidance, they had
received, not only did they avoid this danger
but they functioned as a well trained group.
Concluding, I have to point out that although
the purpose of this project was for the students
to gain what the Journey of Ulysses back
to Ithaca had to offer, quoting the Greek poet
C.Kavafis, they managed to complete the journey
having become wiser.
The enthusiasm of their audience confirmed
the above mentioned.
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