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PARADISE — a theatre evening with the DELUDERS

On Saturday, 18 July 2026, Melanydros brought the theatre group DELUDERS to Neochori for one unique evening: the performance “PARADISE, or A Little Story with No Tragedy at All”.

The contemporary piece brought to light the stories of women who loved, dreamed and fought for their freedom, only to be confronted by violence, social expectation and the silences of their time.

But what if the story is only one — and it all began with an apple? An apple, red as blood, that became a symbol and travelled through the centuries, into myths, songs and human storytelling. Through folk songs, myths, imagery and personal narratives, the performance opened a deeply human space where memory meets the present and the voice turns trauma into story — inviting the audience not only to watch, but to recognise fragments of their own history.

Following successful performances across Greece, PARADISE came to Lefkada for a single evening, presented with English surtitles, with the support of the Municipality of Lefkada as part of its collaboration with Melanydros.

Impressions

Poster for the PARADISE performance by the DELUDERS in Neochori (1)
Poster for the PARADISE performance by the DELUDERS in Neochori (2)

REDICOLO puppet theatre — two days of shows for all ages

Melanydros welcomed the REDICOLO puppet theatre from Thessaloniki for a unique two-day event for children and adults alike, at the school in Neochori. Two performances with life-sized and giant puppets, live music and audience participation brought the stage to life.

Saturday, 2 May, 17:30 — “Robin of the Woods… differently!”
A brave and strong hero who is a little funnier than he would like. An original, interactive contemporary puppet show with life-sized puppets that, through humour and unexpected twists, highlights the value of cooperation and reminds us that no one succeeds alone.

Sunday, 3 May, 11:00 — “The Circle with the Puppet”
A tender, profound story that asks a timeless question: what is truly fair? With giant puppets over two metres tall and audience participation, the performance became a living story unfolding through action and play.

With a focus on cultural awareness and on opening the world of theatre to children, the event was made possible with the valuable support of Christina Gaintatzi, Zois D. Gazis, Giorgos Manolitsis-Douzos, Alekos Baltsas and Vasilis Tzoras.

Impressions

Impression from the REDICOLO puppet theatre performances at the school in Neochori (1)
Impression from the REDICOLO puppet theatre performances at the school in Neochori (2)
Impression from the REDICOLO puppet theatre performances at the school in Neochori (3)
Impression from the REDICOLO puppet theatre performances at the school in Neochori (4)
Impression from the REDICOLO puppet theatre performances at the school in Neochori (5)
Impression from the REDICOLO puppet theatre performances at the school in Neochori (6)
Impression from the REDICOLO puppet theatre performances at the school in Neochori (7)