#tomboλα – Interactive Performance by the Theatre Group ‘Yasemin’
Within the framework of the festival, the ‘Yasemin’ group invited the residents of Kaimakli, those who love Kaimakli or those who want to discover it, to participate in the interactive performance #tomboλα which was held at the coffee shop ‘I plateia’ that is located in the heart of Kaimakli.
‘#tomboλα’ is an interactive theatrical performance that unfolds with the help of the audience. People were invited to come and play tombola, except all is not as it seems. Through the project, the group wanted to explore social and class backgrounds but also the rules that apply depending on who you are. It was important to note that ‘tombola’ most likely comes from the Italian word tombolare which means to tumble/fall. At this point, we can make the connection with the game and the numbers or the luck that “falls” to each of us. The show wants to create a context in which games of power and authority are played through causticity, criticism, sarcasm and humour.
Research, creation and performance: Natalia Panagiotou, Despina Chrysanthou, Anne Sofocleous
Production: Jasmine Group
‘Walking Theatre in Kaimakli’ theatre workshops by Yasemin
Within the framework of the theatre workshops, which took place in Kaimakli on June 14,17,21 & 24 2022 the group Yasemin and the Urban Gorillas, invited the residents of Kaimakli and the citizens in a series of four theatre workshops entitled “Walking Theatre in Kaimakli” .
The workshops were open to everyone – from 5 to 105 years old – who was interested in creative expression through improvisations and play.
The aim of the workshops was to discover the urban landscape and hidden spots of Kaimakli, to discover the notion of “street theatre” and to get in touch with unexpected audience.
The workshops were led by the actors and animators of theatrical workshops Natalia Panayiotou, Despina Chrysanthou and Annie Sofokleous.
The workshops & performances were funded by:
The Cultural Services of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sport and Youth
The workshops & performances was supported by:
The Nicosia Municipality
The Nicosia Tourist Board, Engage Nicosia
Photo credits: Ioanna Economidou, Nuné Tunjikian
