Franz Kafka’s
«REPORT TO AN ACADEMY»
by Gabriele Jakobi
at the THEATRE OF THE NO
THEATRE OF THE NO, Athens' first English theatre, presents KAFKA’S classic short story "REPORT TO AN ACADEMY", adapted by the acclaimed German theatre director Gabriele Jakobi. This international theatrical performance stars dynamic actor-director Robert McNamara and will be making its way from Washington, DC, for a limited engagement of just four performances on September 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th.
This provocative drama serves as a reversal of Kafka’s “Metamorphosis,” exploring the transformation of an animal into a man. It breathes life into Kafka's dark parable, compelling audiences to reflect on critical issues surrounding free will, animal rights, and the ethics of vegetarianism.
The play centers on an intelligent ape named “Red Peter”, who was captured in a West Africa hunting expedition and sent to Europe on a ship. To effect his survival, Peter learns to mimic and imitate the ship’s crew from his cage. By evolving to behave like a human, he devises an escape. Ultimately, he presents his fascinating tale of transformation and the horrid details of his former ape life to a scientific Academy.
Following its debut to sold-out audiences at the 2014 Capital Fringe Festival in Washington, DC, «Report to an Academy» has garnered acclaim at the Prague Fringe Festival and at the English Theatre Berlin, making its upcoming run in Athens a must-see theatrical event.
BIO — Robert McNamara ("Red Peter")
Robert McNamara is a seasoned actor and director with a career in theatre, film, and television since the early 1970s. A Washington, DC native, he earned his B.A. from Georgetown University and an M. Litt. from Trinity College Dublin, where he founded the Dublin Stage One Theatre Company.
Notable performances include Kenneth in The Ginger Man, Ulysses in The Caveman Cometh, and Agamemnon in Agamemnon (which he directed). His film credits feature The Messenger, America’s Most Wanted, and the cult classic The Exorcist.
Currently, Robert is the Artistic Director of Scena Theatre in Washington, DC, where he directs productions with top European and American talent and frequently tours in Europe.
About the THEATRE OF THE NO: Theatre of the NO is Athens' first English-speaking theatre, which opened its doors on April 18, 2024, with Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot." The theatre established itself as a hub for artistic innovation, cultural exchange, and dialogue within the local and global community. With a diverse repertoire that includes classic and contemporary plays, poetry, experimental theatre, opera, live music, and stand-up comedy, Theatre of the NO strives to challenge and inspire its audience, creating transformative experiences.
PERFORMANCE DATES
Tuesday 3nd and Wednesday 4th September at 20.00
Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th September at 20.00
Duration: 55’
Tickets: 15€
Presale:
(20 tickets at the special price of €5 available at the theatre's box office. Required arrival by 19:00).
THEATRE OF THE NO: Kon/nou Paleologou 3, Athens, Greece
Telephone: 694 685 1001
Social Media & Website:
https://www.facebook.com/TheatreoftheNO
https://www.instagram.com/theatreoftheno/
https://theatreoftheno.com/