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Greek productions of Lorca's Blood Wedding

Entities: Federico García Lorca · Patras · Dionysis Tsakni · Thessalian Theater · Kostas Tsianos

Overview

In June 2026 Greece hosted two separate adaptations of Federico García Lorca’s tragedy “Blood Wedding.” The first, reported on 14 June, was a European film co‑production titled “Γέρμα,” shot on Evia and directed by Lara Izaguirre with Greek company Neda Film and Basque Gariza Films. Financing came from Greek cultural programmes, Eurimages and the municipality, and the director emphasized a modern, feminist reading of the play.

A stage production was announced on 28 June by the Thessalian Theatre for its 50‑year anniversary. Directed by Kostas Tsianos with music by Dionysis Tsakni, it premiered on 1 July at the B Ancient Theatre of Larissa and ran through early July, with a second showing on 15 September at the Alkazar Garden Theatre. The cast, including Niki Pallikaráki and others, toured widely, reaching towns such as Alexandroupoli, Xanthi, Komotini, Kilkis, Chalkida, Kavala, Patras, Turbina, Ioannina, as well as Tyrnavos, Omoios and Elassona.

The tour continued on 27 July with a performance in Patras at the Summer Municipal Theatre as part of the International Festival of Patras, followed by shows in Tyrnavos (29 July), Omoios (30 July) and Elassona (2 August). Critics praised the visual design by Georgios Ziakas, choreography and the blend of Andalusian folk elements with Greek tragedy, underscoring the production’s regional impact and its commemoration of Lorca’s 90th death anniversary.

Timeline

  1. 9 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Thessalian Theater extends 'Blood Wedding' summer tour to Patras

    Thessalian Theater’s summer tour of Lorca’s *Blood Wedding* played in Patras and other Greek towns, directed by Kostas Tsianos, receiving strong audience and critical acclaim.

  2. 13 days ago

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    Thessalian Theater launches Lorca's 'Blood Wedding' across Greece

    Thessalian Theater marks its 50th year by touring Lorca's 'Blood Wedding' across Greece, directed by Kostas Tsianos with music by Dionysis Tsakn.

  3. about 1 month ago

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    Thessalian Theatre launches nationwide “Blood Wedding” tour to celebrate 50 years

    Thessalian Theatre marks its 50th anniversary with a sold‑out opening of Lorca’s *Blood Wedding* in Larissa and a summer tour across Greece, featuring a notable cast and crew.

  4. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Thessalian Theatre stages Lorca's 'Blood Wedding' in Larissa

    Thessalian Theatre opened its 50‑year anniversary with Lorca’s 'Blood Wedding' in Larissa, premiering 1 July 2026 (sold‑out) and returning 15 Sept 2026, directed by Kostas Tsianos.

  5. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Thessalian Theatre launches nationwide 'Blood Wedding' tour marking 50 years

    Thessalian Theatre marks its 50‑year milestone with a nationwide tour of Lorca’s “Blood Wedding”, premiering 1 July 2026 in Larissa and travelling to dozens of Greek cities.

  6. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Loutra Aidipsou hosts European filming of Lorca's 'Blood Wedding

    European co‑production of Lorca’s “Blood Wedding” is filming in Loutra Aidipsou, Greece, directed by Basque filmmaker Lara Izaguirre with Greek producer Neda Film and local support.

Sources

cnn.gr · ethnos.gr · insider.gr · larissanet.gr · larissapress.gr · lykavitos.gr · musicaradio.gr · pelop.gr · sportime.gr · thessaliko-theatre.gr

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