Greek National Theater

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Greek National Theater

The first Hellenic State Theater was inaugurated in 1901. During the early years, it operated as the Royal Theater and closed in 1908. It was reopened under the name of "Hellenic National Theater" in 1930 by George Papandreou, Minister of Education at the time.

Ιn 1994, it was renamed the "National Theater" and in English as the "Greek National Theater". The goal of the venue is the spiritual growth of the people through the theatric arts as well as the security of the Hellenic cultural identity. Moreover, the goals of the National Theater are the following: The study, research, teachings and the promotion of the ancient drama in Greece and in every other country of the world.

The advancement of the neo-Hellenic dramatology and presentation of classical works. The research and the experimentation in new forms of theater play and the making of theater plays for youngsters as well as for children.

The construction of a Greek Drama School and the exchange & cooperation with European theaters, purely in countries inhabited by Greek immigrants. Last, but not least, the encouragement of the potential of the dynamic Greek youth.