The NTUA-AMDC/LTCP, within the Restart project (WP2), participated in the organization and supported a live musical event at the ancient theatre of Thoricos, one of the oldest theatres in Greece. It was a joint initiative by the Lavrion Technological Cultural Park (LTCP) and the Scientific Society of Lavreotiki, a consistent LTCP’s partner in many cultural events.
This theatre, a major cultural asset of the region, was constructed between 525–480 B.C. on the rocky slopes of the coastal Velatouri hill. It is directly adjacent to the excavated remains of the ancient city of Thoricus, approximately 1 km from the modern city centre of Lavrion. The theatre stands out from others of its kind due to its unique elongated structure with a linear central part and curved ends. Its orchestra is also distinctive, featuring a rectangular shape (approximately 16×30 m) with curved corners blending into the cavea. Recognized as the oldest surviving theatre in Greece, it has not undergone full restoration, rendering it inaccessible to the general public and rarely used for performances. This limits its reputation, despite its immense archaeological significance.
Invitation:
Live concert at the Ancient Theatre of Thorikos
The Municipality of Lavreotiki and the Lavrion Scientific Society are organizing a musical event at the ANCIENT THEATER OF THORIKOS on Sunday, September 15th 2024, at 18:00, which includes a concert by the Athens String Quartet titled "From Antonín Dvořák to Mikis Theodorakis," featuring the lyrical singer Vivil Sykioti.
The event is supported by the Ministry of Culture - Ephorate of Antiquities of East Attica, the Lavrion Technological and Cultural Park through the European Project “Restart” within the framework of the Creative Europe Program, and the Olympic Marine S.A.
Admission is free with the presentation of an invitation. Interested parties can obtain invitations from September 5 at the following locations: Lavrion Town Hall - Mayor's Office, Olympic Marine S.A. Offices, Lavrion Technological and Cultural Park, Old A' Primary School - AKEL Exhibition (from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.), for information call 6986538401.
The total number of invitations issued is 150, according to the authorization from the Ministry of Culture, and they will be distributed on a priority basis.
The Board of the Lavrion Scientific Society
