Fifty-one years later, at 8:30 on the evening of Saturday, November 16, memories will come alive, with the Dance Department of the Municipality of Patras, faithful to the principles of amateur creation and on the occasion of the celebration of the Polytechnic uprising, presenting the music-dance performance ” 17 November 1973 – 2024″, showing through the eyes of young children who frame its adolescent, pre-adolescent and childhood sections, the faces of fascism and how they appear in today’s social reality.
The show will take place in the forecourt of the Choreftiko hall in the harbor (in case of bad weather conditions, the event will take place inside the hall).
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The members of the dance team and its orchestra will present a tribute to the Polytechnic through the poetry of Varnalis. Sound, image, poetry combined with choreographies performed by teenagers together with music and songs of anti-fascist content played by the orchestra, literary texts – poems by Kostas Varnalis given by members, friends and collaborators of the dance group as well as characteristic images from material with corresponding content they will dominate.
In the conditions of global terrorism and social fascism, with a violent change in productive relations, imposed by the capitalist system to continue and perpetuate its dominance over the world of work, the event is an expression of honor in the struggle of the Greek people against fascism.
Dance committed to the path of the culture of resistance, against the dominant market culture, contributes once again to reflection, progress, elevation and hope in the world of work.
General editing: Christos Giannopoulos, Choreographies: Christos Giannopoulos, Selection of poems – texts: group of teenagers, Orchestration – direction of songs: Dimitra Apsomotou, Costume design: Anastasia Angelakopoulou, Ioanna Ziakou, Kostanza Kosmatou.
Watching the show is free
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**Interview with Maria Petrou, Artistic Director of the Dance Department of Patras**
**Editor:** Maria, thank you for joining us today. Can you tell us about the upcoming performance “17 November 1973 – 2024” and its significance?
**Maria Petrou:** Thank you for having me! This performance is a tribute to the Polytechnic uprising, a pivotal moment in Greek history that symbolizes the fight against oppression. By revisiting this event fifty-one years later, we aim to connect the past with today’s social reality through the eyes of children and adolescents.
**Editor:** That sounds powerful. How are the young performers involved in this tribute?
**Maria Petrou:** The young dancers and musicians are at the heart of the performance. They will interpret the themes of the uprising through choreographies that are inspired by Varnalis’ poetry, which beautifully captures the spirit of resistance. Their perspectives bring fresh insights into past struggles against fascism, resonating deeply with contemporary issues.
**Editor:** Can audiences expect to see a mix of different art forms during the show?
**Maria Petrou:** Absolutely. We are blending various art forms—dance, music, poetry, and visual imagery. The orchestra will perform anti-fascist songs that accompany the choreographed pieces, creating a multi-dimensional experience. This highlights the synergy of sound and movement, making the historical context more relatable to today’s audience.
**Editor:** The performance will take place outdoors unless the weather calls for a change of venue. How does the location contribute to the event?
**Maria Petrou:** The forecourt of the Choreftiko hall, located by the harbor, offers a beautiful setting that connects the community to the performance. It’s a public space, allowing everyone to engage with this important historical reflection, and we want to encourage a communal experience. If we do need to move indoors due to weather, the intimacy of the hall will still foster a heartfelt atmosphere.
**Editor:** what do you hope the audience takes away from this performance?
**Maria Petrou:** I hope they leave with a deeper understanding of our history, the importance of civic engagement, and the realization that the fight against fascism is ongoing. Through the eyes of the youth, we want to inspire hope and a commitment to justice, reminding everyone that the echoes of the past can guide our future.
**Editor:** Thank you, Maria. We look forward to the performance!
**Maria Petrou:** Thank you! We’re excited to share this journey with everyone.
