Odysseas Elytis Theatre, Ancient Greek style theatre in Chora, Ios, Greece
The Odysseas Elytis Theatre features marble stands and a 12-meter diameter stage, positioned to provide views across the Aegean Sea from its location.
Built in 1997 by architect Peter Haupt from the University of Berlin, the theatre draws inspiration from classical Greek and Magna Graecia architectural designs.
The theatre hosts the annual OMIRIA festival from May to September, featuring theatre competitions between Cycladic schools, athletic events, and art exhibitions.
Located at coordinates 36.7225, 25.288333, the theatre accommodates 1000 spectators and presents concerts, plays, and performances during summer months.
The structure incorporates local stone materials and sits behind traditional whitewashed windmills, with seating arranged to shield spectators from summer winds.
Inception: 1997
Capacity: 1000
GPS coordinates: 36.72250,25.28833
Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:16
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