Franz Kafka «REPORT TO AN ACADEMY» By Gabriele Jakobi At THEATRE OF THE NO
EVENT INFO
- When: 03 Sep 2024 - 11 Sep 2024
- Time: 20:00 - 20:55
- Where: Kon/nou Paleologou 3, Athens, Greece
- Price: 15€
- Title: Franz Kafka «REPORT TO AN ACADEMY» By Gabriele Jakobi At THEATRE OF THE NO
- Contact Number: 694 685 1001
- Website: theatreoftheno.com/
Only Four Performances on September 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th!
THEATRE OF THE NO, Athens' first English theatre, presents KAFKA’S thought-provoking short story "REPORT TO AN ACADEMY", adapted by the acclaimed German theatre director Gabriele Jakobi, marking the 100th anniversary of the great author's death. This international theatrical performance, featuring the dynamic actor-director Robert McNamara, is coming from Washington for a limited engagement of just four performances on September 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th.
This provocative drama, serves as a reversal of Kafka’s “Metamorphosis,” exploring the transformation of an animal into a man. It breathes life into Kafka's dark parable, compelling audiences to reflect on critical issues surrounding free will, animal rights, and the ethics of vegetarianism.
The play centers on an intelligent ape named “Red Peter”, who was captured in a West Africa hunting expedition and sent to Europe on a ship. To effect his survival, Peter learns to mimic and imitate the ship’s crew from his cage. By evolving to behave like a human, he devises an escape. Ultimately, he presents his fascinating tale of transformation and the horrid details of his former ape life to a scientific Academy.
BIO — Robert McNamara ("Red Peter")
Robert McNamara is a seasoned actor and director with a distinguished career spanning theatre, film, and television since the early 1970s. A native of Washington, DC, he earned his B.A. from Georgetown University and an M. Litt. from Trinity College Dublin, where he founded the Dublin Stage One Theatre Company.
His notable performances include roles such as Kenneth in The Ginger Man, Ulysses in The Caveman Cometh, and Agamemnon in Agamemnon, which he also directed. McNamara's film credits include The Messenger, America’s Most Wanted, and the cult classic The Exorcist. He currently serves as the Artistic Director of Scena Theatre in Washington, DC, where he directs innovative productions and tours extensively in Europe.
About THEATRE OF THE NO: Theatre of the NO is Athens' first English theatre, which opened its doors on April 18, 2024, with Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot." The theatre established itself as a hub for artistic innovation, cultural exchange, and dialogue within the local and global community. With a diverse repertoire that includes classic and contemporary plays, poetry, experimental theatre, opera, live music, and stand-up comedy. Theatre of the NO strives to challenge and inspire its audience, creating transformative experiences.
Performance Details
Αdaption – Direction: Gabriele Jakobi
Cast: Robert McNamara
Marketing Communications Agency: deancreative.com
Communication and Public Relations: Eleftheria Sakareli
Production: FAIL BETTER PRODUCTIONS
PERFORMANCE DATES
Tuesday 3nd and Wednesday 4th September at 20.00
Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th September at 20.00
Duration: 55’
Tickets: 15€
(20 tickets at the special price of €5 available at the theatre's box office. Required arrival by 19:00).
This provocative drama, serves as a reversal of Kafka’s “Metamorphosis,” exploring the transformation of an animal into a man. It breathes life into Kafka's dark parable, compelling audiences to reflect on critical issues surrounding free will, animal rights, and the ethics of vegetarianism.
The play centers on an intelligent ape named “Red Peter”, who was captured in a West Africa hunting expedition and sent to Europe on a ship. To effect his survival, Peter learns to mimic and imitate the ship’s crew from his cage. By evolving to behave like a human, he devises an escape. Ultimately, he presents his fascinating tale of transformation and the horrid details of his former ape life to a scientific Academy.
BIO — Robert McNamara ("Red Peter")
Robert McNamara is a seasoned actor and director with a distinguished career spanning theatre, film, and television since the early 1970s. A native of Washington, DC, he earned his B.A. from Georgetown University and an M. Litt. from Trinity College Dublin, where he founded the Dublin Stage One Theatre Company.
His notable performances include roles such as Kenneth in The Ginger Man, Ulysses in The Caveman Cometh, and Agamemnon in Agamemnon, which he also directed. McNamara's film credits include The Messenger, America’s Most Wanted, and the cult classic The Exorcist. He currently serves as the Artistic Director of Scena Theatre in Washington, DC, where he directs innovative productions and tours extensively in Europe.
About THEATRE OF THE NO: Theatre of the NO is Athens' first English theatre, which opened its doors on April 18, 2024, with Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot." The theatre established itself as a hub for artistic innovation, cultural exchange, and dialogue within the local and global community. With a diverse repertoire that includes classic and contemporary plays, poetry, experimental theatre, opera, live music, and stand-up comedy. Theatre of the NO strives to challenge and inspire its audience, creating transformative experiences.
Performance Details
Αdaption – Direction: Gabriele Jakobi
Cast: Robert McNamara
Marketing Communications Agency: deancreative.com
Communication and Public Relations: Eleftheria Sakareli
Production: FAIL BETTER PRODUCTIONS
PERFORMANCE DATES
Tuesday 3nd and Wednesday 4th September at 20.00
Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th September at 20.00
Duration: 55’
Tickets: 15€
(20 tickets at the special price of €5 available at the theatre's box office. Required arrival by 19:00).