Prometheus vs Homo

The Ancient Theatre of Samos (Wooden Theatre) hosts the theatre performance Prometheus vs Homo on 25 and 26 August 2026, as part of All of Greece, One Culture 2026.

Far back in the depths of time, Prometheus, moved by compassion, decides to help a creature that until then has remained vague and undefined, a being called Man. He offers him wondrous gifts: awareness of his own existence, wisdom, and knowledge. In doing so, he transforms him into Humanity. Yet an ominous premonition overtakes the deity. Prometheus begins to fear that he may one day regret the power he bestowed upon Man, who now feels fearless and superior to all other creatures.

Employing multiple artistic media, the performance seeks to function as a recorder both of the original “predictions” concerning the human species and of the final imprint it leaves upon the contemporary world.

Alongside the spoken text and the theatrical performance of the actor-performers - and in complete synchronization with them - an original visual film documentary will be projected across the façade and the entire front length of the elevated stage. At times, the film will interpret the text; at others, it will challenge or emphasize it. The aim is to create the illusion of a moving metope and living pediments, bringing ancient imagery into dialogue with the human condition of the present day.

Source: Official Website – All of Greece, One Culture

Ticket Details

• The performance begins at 21:00 and lasts 55 minutes 
• The event is offered free of charge by the Ministry of Culture
• Advance reservation is required

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**Please refer to the official website and/or the festival organisers for possible changes in times and dates.**