The Embassy of Greece on the occasion of the inauguration of its new Chancery
proudly presents a series of cultural events
dedicated to The Odyssey


The Return of Odysseus

A musical performance and opera
In Ancient Greek with narration in English

The Return of Odysseus is the first opera ever written in Ancient Greek.  Based on Homer’s “The Odyssey”, the story follows the hero from the time of his return to Ithaca, until his joyful reunion with Penelope.  This performance is the world premiere.
Performers  
Conductor—Maestro  Ted Taylor  Odysseus—Roy  Stevens Penelope—Annalisa  Winberg  Athena / Eurycleia—Christine Weidinger Narrator—Renata  Greggori   Dancers—CityDance  Ensemble   Chorus—chorus  members of Saint Sophia,  the Greek  Orthodox Cathedral of Washington, D.C.

Embassy of Greece  
2221 Massachusetts Avenue, Northwest  Washington, D. C.  

RSVP is required : call (267) 994-0374  
Or email: :  danholstrom@operaticinnovations.org
Free admission. Limited seating.