HOMER'S ODYSSEY - A Mini Musical
Literature's most enduring narrative the Odyssey topped the list by experts worldwide.
Written by the Greek poet Homer 2800 years ago is performed here with spoken word and songs.
SEE IT! Now in its 7th year! Odysseus is an old man living in Ithaca. He sings and tells the tales of the Iliad to Helen of Troy, Cyclops, Suitors, Lotus Eaters, Sirens, his beloved wife Penelope, and much more. Great fun!
★★★★★ "Loucas Loizou has passion, pathos, and humor" THE ADVERTISER.
"Terrific story-telling talents" Tony Knight, Stage Whispers.
"A vivid raconteur" The Age
Praise for Loucas Loizou's works has included:
"All live, all acoustic and all heartfelt" - ADELAIDE THEATRE GUIDE.
"songs captivatingly sung " - IN DAILY.
"Intelligent show" - THE BAREFOOT REVIEW
“sensitivity and elegance” THE ADVERTISER
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Presented by: ATHENS PRODUCTIONS
Loucas Loizou was born in Cyprus to Greek parents. He studied classical guitar and Pianoforte with the London’s Trinity College of Music.
He studied theatre directing with NIDA in Sydney and Film with the Radio and the Film school in Sydney.
He worked with the BBC in London and with the CyBC TV in Cyprus. He appeared in numerous TV and radio programmes including the ABC.
While on holidays in London in 1974, Turkey invaded Cyprus and occupied his hometown in the Northern part of the Island.
THEATRE PRODUCTIONS
'Homer's Odyssey – A Mini Musical .At the Holden street Theaters - Elisa Hall - The British hotel.
'Oedipus Rex the King – The Musical 2018-2019 Adina Treasury Tunnels.
‘Medea and Jason. Bakehouse Theatre, Town Hall.
Casanova:More than just a lover. Eliza Prospect Town Hall
Sessions
Verandah Private at The Strathmore Hotel:
Irish Harp at City of Prospect - Payinthi:
Upstairs Function Room at The British Hotel Port Adelaide:
Ticket Prices
Full price:
$25.00
Concession: $20.00
BankSA Cardholder:
$18.75
Family: $232.00
Child: $12.00
Schools Program: $12.00
Companion Card: $0.00
Prices may not be available on all sessions
All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction Fee (Excluding donation only transactions, certain promotions and transactions consisting of only free-ticketed shows). Fees explained.
3 Venues
Upstairs Function Room at The British Hotel Port Adelaide
13 North Parade, 13 North Parade, Port Adelaide, Kaurna
- The only access to this space is via steps/stairs.
- Venue is suitable for all ages
Irish Harp at City of Prospect - Payinthi
Payinthi, 128 Prospect Rd, Prospect, Kaurna
Venue has car parking behind, accessible by Olive St and Vine St. Surrounding street parking is also available. Venue is accessed by main entry on Prospect Rd, side entry via Vine St Plaza into Eliza Town Hall and at back basement via lift (during Library opening hours).
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is suitable for all ages
Verandah Private at The Strathmore Hotel
129 North Terrace, Adelaide, Kaurna
Verandah Private is on Level 1 of the Strathmore Hotel.
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- High Audio Content
- Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language