Written and co-ordinated by Dimosthenis Manasis, narrated in both Greek and English and presented live by the 11 piece Rembetiko Band, “The Rembetiko Story” aims to take its audience on a journey through the birth, development and glory of Greek urban blues music. From the early 1900’s until approximately 1950, the identity of Greece changed dramatically, through wars, political turmoil, and civil unrest.
The show will take the audience on a journey from the parlours of Smyrni and Constantinople, to the dark and dingy hash den “tekedes” of Thessaloniki, Athens and Piraeus, and through to the live cabaret style “bouzoukia”.
Along with a cast of actors, dancers and musicians, this “one-off” show will present close to 30 songs from bilingual Greek/Turkish melodies, some of which were written and played throughout the darkest days of Greece’s history. Furthermore, this is a “must see” show for anyone and everyone interested in Greek music, dance, culture and the arts.
Where:at the Oakleigh Mechanics Hall, 142 – 144 Drummond Street, Oakleigh
Cost $10.00 per person (Strictly Pre-sold tickets only)
Booking Line 0423 486 137 or 9774 7450
Contact: Dimosthenis Manasis
When: Friday, March 9th
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