Memoirs of a P.O.W

Christiana Gregoriou and George Rodosthenous present: a dramatisation of a Cypriot Second World War memoir commemorating the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, starring Stylianos Thomadakis

To mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, this theatrical adaptation MEMOIRS OF A P.O.W. brings to life the true story of Phylactis Aristokleous, a Greek Cypriot sergeant in the British Army during WWII. Based on his never-seen-before memoirs, this monologue (inclusive of a short lecture) explores resilience, camaraderie, and survival in a prisoner-of-war camp through vivid storytelling, physicality, and drama.
Translated from Greek by Maria Iole Karolidou, and tailored for all audiences (including students), MEMOIRS OF A P.O.W. offers a poignant, age-appropriate glimpse into history, highlighting themes of courage and humanity.

The performance sparks conversations about wartime experiences and the enduring power of hope.

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Memoirs of a P.O.W

by Phylactis Aristokleous

Adapted and Directed by Professor George Rodosthenous

Researcher Professor Christiana Gregoriou

Featuring Stylianos Thomadakis

Translated by Maria Iole Karolidou