National Theatre of Northern Greece
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The National (or State) Theatre of Northern Greece (Greek: Κρατικό Θέατρο Βορείου Ελλάδος) is an institution promoting theatrical plays in Thessaloniki and northern Greece. It was founded in 1961. The Drama School[1] and the Dance Theatre[2] are integral parts of the National Theatre.[3]
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Quick Facts Formation, Headquarters ...
Formation | 1961 |
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Headquarters | Thessaloniki, Greece |
Artistic Director | Asterios Peltekis |
President | Yiannoula Karibali-Tsiptsiou |
Website | https://www.ntng.gr/ |
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The first base of the institution was the building of the Royal Theatre (Thessaloniki) but in 1962 was transferred to the current building.
The complex of the Society of Macedonian Studies consists of three buildings. Megaron B', which hosts the theatre, was designed in early 1950s by Vasilis Kassandras, influenced by the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées. Asterios Peltekis serves as its current Artistic director.[4]