Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 30, the Broken Telephone, written by Constantinos Magni, begins its journey at Epikentro+. Through the story of a man who tries to manage his unemployment and sadness by constantly talking on his cell phone, even if it is broken, Magnis paints a portrait of a world filled with “informational noise” and decay in human relationships.
The “Broken Telephone” by Constantinos Magni: When silence becomes the strongest dialogue
Starring Vassilis Kokkalis and directed by Miltos Nikas, the play takes the form of an explosive monologue, in which the hero attempts to communicate not only with his imaginary world, but also with himself.
“We are not talking about a child’s game,” says Konstantinos Magnis. “It’s a real broken phone, a symbol of all that we think we communicate but gets lost in the very process of transmission.” Through missed connections and miscommunications, the show invites us to look at our own illusions, fears and unfulfilled expectations that distance us from our authentic selves.
The choice of the monologue was not accidental: “The hero could only monologue, looking for answers in the void, as he seeks to cover his dead ends and failures,” says the author, while explaining that real communication is, after all, a journey of introspection and acceptance.
Konstantinos Magnis speaks of the Broken Telephone as a protest “against the non-dialogue” of our time. Through his work, he tackles the modern “pseudo-communication” that, as he says, fills us with “portable materials that we consider vital to our social existence, but prevent us from seeing our true selves.”
With elements of dark humor and emotional intensity, The Broken Phone holds a mirror to society, inviting viewers to a performance that highlights the truth through silence and lost connections.
Constantinos Magni’s Broken Telephone invites us to remember what our grandmothers used to say: “What do you understand?”. In a world where information becomes incessant noise, the hero of the play reminds us that many times, in order to find our voice, we must break the vicious circle of illusions that keep us captive in this irrational communication.
Show Information:
Broken Phone, at Epicenter+
Performances: From October 30 to November 17
Hours: Wednesday-Thursday-Friday: 9.15 p.m., Sunday: 8 p.m.
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**Interview with Konstantinos Magnis on “Broken Telephone”**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Konstantinos. Your play “Broken Telephone” is set to open tomorrow at Epikentro+. Can you share a bit about the central theme and the story?
**Konstantinos Magnis:** Thank you for having me. “Broken Telephone” centers around a man grappling with his unemployment and feelings of sadness, who finds himself endlessly talking on a broken cell phone. This device symbolizes much more than just a faulty communication tool; it represents the overwhelming “informational noise” that plagues our lives and highlights the decay of genuine human relationships.
**Editor:** You mention that your protagonist engages in an explosive monologue. Why did you choose this format for the play?
**Konstantinos Magnis:** The monologue was a deliberate choice. The character finds himself in a position where he can only speak to himself, reflecting his inability to connect with others meaningfully. It’s a journey of introspection where he seeks answers in silence, often confronting his fears, illusions, and failures. In many ways, it mirrors how we sometimes turn inwards when faced with the chaos of external communication.
**Editor:** It’s interesting that you describe this work as a form of protest. Can you elaborate on that?
**Konstantinos Magnis:** Absolutely. I see “Broken Telephone” as a critique of the non-dialogue that characterizes our modern world. We live in a time filled with pseudo-communication, where actual connection is sacrificed for convenience. My goal is to shine a light on how that affects our authenticity and relationships. Through the hero’s attempts to find meaning in disconnection, I hope to encourage the audience to reflect on their own modes of communication.
**Editor:** What do you hope the audience takes away from this play?
**Konstantinos Magnis:** I want the audience to ponder their own experiences with communication and connection. We often think we are engaging with the world, but how much of it is just noise? I hope viewers walk away with a deeper understanding of the importance of true dialogue, not just with others, but also within themselves.
**Editor:** Thank you, Konstantinos, for sharing your insights. We’re looking forward to the opening of “Broken Telephone.”
**Konstantinos Magnis:** Thank you for having me. I hope to see many of you at Epikentro+!
