Nikolas Spyrou brings to life — and deeply honors — the iconic hero of our childhood, Karagiozis, on the island of Kos. There, he continues the tradition of Greek Shadow Theatre, keeping its magic alive and captivating young audiences with stories full of humor, wisdom, and heart.
Recently, Spyrou took Karagiozis and his beloved cast of characters beyond Greek borders — all the way to Prague. The lively Greek community there welcomed them with open arms, while children delighted in the colorful figures and the timeless tales told by Greece’s “wise fool.”
Nikolas Spyrou joins “Time in Greece” with Nikolas Angelidis to talk about his journey, his passion for Shadow Theatre, and the remarkable book he co-authored with Zoi Marinou — the only female Karagiozis puppeteer in Greece.