Zorba the Greek - Arena di Verona (1988)

The unique existing video recording of Zorba the Greek ballet by Mikis Theodorakis from the biggest open theater in the world.
Recorded live in August 1988 at the Arena di Verona.

Ballet in two acts and 22 figures, music by Mikis Theodorakis, based on the novel by Nikolais Kazantzakis
Location: Arena di Verona
Orchestra, Choir, Corp de ballet: Arena di Verona
Conductor: Mikis Theodorakis
Stage Director: Mikis Theodorakis
Stage Designer: Lorca Massine
Main Interpreters: Vladimir Vassiliev (Zorba), Gheorghe Iancu (John), Luciana Savignano (Marina), Rosalba Garavelli (Madame Ortense), Diego Ciavatti (Yorgos), Sofia Mikailidou (Singer), Costas Papadopulos (Buzuki player), Pantelis Kamezis (Buzuki player)