The Suppliants

Arena Alberto Neri · Reggio di Calabria, Costa Viola, Calabria

9 August 2026

Concluded event

The 41st edition of CatonaTeatro hosts one of the most eagerly awaited events of the summer theatre season. On Sunday 9 August, at the Alberto Neri Arena in Catona, Aeschylus’ The Suppliants will be staged in a new production directed by Moni Ovadia and Mario Incudine. Following its huge success ten years ago at the Greek Theatre in Syracuse, the production returns with a revamped staging that captures the full power of classical tragedy through a contemporary interpretation, capable of both moving and provoking thought.

The Suppliants by Aeschylus for the 41st CatonaTeatro

The 41st edition of CatonaTeatro hosts one of the most eagerly awaited events of the summer theatre season. On Sunday 9 August 2026, at the Alberto Neri Arena in Catona, Aeschylus's The Suppliants is staged in a new production directed by Moni Ovadia and Mario Incudine. Following its great success ten years ago at the Greek Theatre in Syracuse, the production returns with a revamped staging that captures the full power of classical tragedy through a contemporary interpretation, capable of moving and provoking thought in the audience of the Reggio amphitheatre.

A Tragedy Sung Between Sicily, Greece and the Maghreb

Performed entirely in song, with lyrics in Sicilian enriched by elements of modern Greek and Arabic, the production transforms Aeschylus's masterpiece into a popular work of great theatrical impact. The original music by Mario Incudine, inspired by the sounds of the Mediterranean across Sicily, Greece and the Maghreb, accompanies a narrative centred on themes that remain extraordinarily relevant today: the right to asylum, freedom, women's dignity and the value of hospitality. The cast brings together Mediterranean voices and performers, including Palestinian singer Faisal Taher as the Messenger.

The Alberto Neri Arena and CatonaTeatro

The Alberto Neri Arena in Catona, a seaside village on the edge of Reggio Calabria, is the historic home of CatonaTeatro, a festival that since 1986 has brought drama, dance and music to Calabria with leading names of the national scene. The open-air amphitheatre, overlooking the Strait of Messina, offers an ideal setting for great summer theatre. It is worth arriving early to soak up the atmosphere of the evening; to explore the region's cultural offerings, the calendar of events in Calabria is a useful guide.

Date and duration

The event is scheduled for 9 August 2026. Check for any changes announced by the organisers shortly before travelling.

Venue

The listed venue is Arena Alberto Neri, Catona, Reggio di Calabria (RC). Follow current information from the organiser and municipality for access, parking and local transport.

Organisers and participants

Published event information names CatonaTeatro, Moni Ovadia, Mario Incudine, Faisal Taher. Check official channels for the final programme and any changes to participants.

Admission and updates

Admission details are not specified in the available data. Check the official source close to the event date for confirmation of times, access and availability.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Suppliants staged?

On Sunday 9 August 2026, at the Alberto Neri Arena in Catona, as part of the 41st edition of CatonaTeatro.

Where does the performance take place?

At the Alberto Neri Arena in Catona, a village on the edge of Reggio Calabria, overlooking the Strait of Messina.

Who directs the production?

It is directed by Moni Ovadia and Mario Incudine, with original music by Incudine himself.

In what language is it performed?

It is performed entirely in song, with lyrics in Sicilian enriched by elements of modern Greek and Arabic.

What work is being staged?

The Suppliants by Aeschylus, a classical tragedy reinterpreted through contemporary themes of the right to asylum, freedom and hospitality.

Which festival is it part of?

The 41st edition of CatonaTeatro, the historic summer theatre festival of Reggio Calabria.

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