Athens Koilon Theatrical Show Tickets

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Experience Highlights

With this ticket to Koilon's theatre show you can enjoy an entertaining 70-minute historical comedy that will immerse you in the classic stories of over 2,500 years ago.

The theatre is located on a magical rooftop just below the Acropolis, offering you an unparalleled view as you enjoy the performance. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes before your selected time and show the digital ticket you will receive at the entrance.

All performances are in English, but don't worry if you're not fluent in the language; the expressiveness of the actors and the spectacular costumes of Greek mythology will make the experience all the more enjoyable. Children under the age of 6 are free and do not need a ticket, which makes this activity an ideal option for the whole family.

During the play"Medea and Other Friends I Made in Athens", one of the city's main attractions, you will be able to admire famous characters such as Odysseus, the Cyclops, Medea's daughters and Oedipus. Plus, while you enjoy the show, you'll be offered a delicious glass of wine (or a bottle of water), adding an extra touch to this immersion into ancient Greek theatre.

  • Immerse yourself in 5th century BC Athens with this ticket to see Koilon's theatrical performance in Athens.
  • Watch a classical Greek performance on a rooftop at the foot of the Acropolis.
  • Admire famous Ancient Greek characters such as Odysseus and the Cyclops, to the daughters of Medea and Oedipus.
  • Enjoy a glass of wine during the play and watch Greek actors in spectacular costumes from Greek mythology.

What’s included

  • Tickets for Koilon's theatre show in Athens.
  • A glass of wine for adults and a bottle of water for children.

Select date and time

Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your start time to ensure everything runs smoothly

Step by Step

Would you like to travel back in time to Ancient Greece without leaving Athens? Enjoy one of the most ancient Greek arts with this ticket for a theatre performance in English at the Koilon Theatre in Athens. In a show lasting around 70 minutes you will laugh at the fantastic world of Ancient Greece. From Odysseus to the Cyclops, let yourself be carried away through the classic stories of 2,500 years ago and enjoy a drink during the show.

In this English language play you will see Greek actors in typical Ancient Greek costumes, playing classical Greek characters. You will learn about some of the most interesting myths and discover the fantastic world of 5th century Athens.

In this great theatre under the Acropolis you will witness some of the major works of ancient Greek literature. You will see the many adventures of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, after the fall of Troy and his encounter with the mighty Cyclops Polyphemus. You will learn the story of Medea, a former barbarian princess, who, wounded by jealousy over her husband Jason's second marriage, decides to murder her own children and her young fiancée.

You will also see the god of Wealth himself by the Parthenon, and the duel of Oedipus' daughters, who died fighting each other for the throne of Thebes. Experience the history of Athens in a unique way and enjoy a glass of your favourite wine throughout the show.

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    Brilliantly clever presentation of many Greek heroes and philosophies woven into one story.
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    We would recommend this place to anyone travelling to Athens.
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    It was a masterpiece full of humour and room for much food for thought.
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    Excellent building in an excellent location. It was the perfect end to our trip in Athens.
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