{"id":6766,"date":"2026-05-21T17:36:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T14:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.tomanifesto.gr\/?p=6766"},"modified":"2026-05-21T17:36:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T14:36:00","slug":"patras-the-life-of-memas-stathopoulou-in-a-book","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.tomanifesto.gr\/?p=6766","title":{"rendered":"Patras: the life of Memas Stathopoulou in a book"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dedicated to the late Patrician protagonist of the legendary Greek cinema and theatre, Mema Stathopoulou<\/b>, is the new book by journalist Panagiotis Rigopoulos,<\/b> which will soon be released in bookstores across the country by 24 Grammas Publications.<\/b><\/p>\n

The biography aspires to become a valuable tool for scholars, students of theatre and cinema, but also for every art-loving reader who wishes to get to know in depth the great personalities of Greek art and to understand the social and cultural changes of an entire era, through the life and career of a great protagonist.<\/p>\n

The book is enriched with rich and rare archival material<\/b>: dozens of unpublished photographs, programmes of theatrical performances, film models, press publications, and personal moments from the family archive. A point of reference is the unique television interview she gave to the author in 1993 for his broadcast on the Achaia Channel television station in Patras, through which she reveals her thoughts, experiences and artistic paths.<\/p>\n

At the same time, testimonies of colleagues, directors and people who knew her intimately, reconstruct the image of an often “misunderstood” but deeply charismatic actress, illuminating not only her stage presence but also her human side – her kindness, modesty and integrity.<\/p>\n

The publication highlights, among other things, her biographical journey, the evolution of Greek society through theatre and cinema, as well as leading personalities and works that have shaped the country’s artistic scene. At the same time, through the rich visual material, the aesthetics and the historical memory of the old Greek cinema are revived.<\/p>\n

The writing, interviews and research are signed by Panagiotis Rigopoulos,<\/b> while the historical documentation is provided by the author, folklorist and researcher Kostas Papaspilios<\/b>.<\/b><\/p>\n

The presentation of the book will take place on Wednesday 27 May, at 19:30<\/b>, at the Epikentro+ theatre (36 Agios Andreou & Norman), with free admission for the public. An event that aspires to be a celebration for Patras and a substantial tribute to the great Patrina actress.<\/p>\n

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The event will include references to her career and her multifaceted contribution, while she will be honoured posthumously by Panachaiki G.E. for her contribution as a champion in the athletics department, as well as by the Greek Actors’ Association.<\/p>\n

During the evening, highlights from her unique 1993 television interview with Panagiotis Rigopoulos, excerpts from her films and rare photos from her life and career will be shown.<\/p>\n

Some of her beloved colleagues, such as choreographer Fotis Metaxopoulos<\/b>, the Patrina actress Olga Politou<\/b> and the actress-writer Polyna Gionaki<\/b>, daughter of the unforgettable Yiannis Gionaki<\/b>, will attend and speak from the heart.<\/p>\n

The legendary singer and presenter Kostas Venetsanos<\/b>will perform favorite film hits by Memas Stathopoulou, with a highlight being the iconic “It’s too early for tears, Stella”, which he was the first to record.<\/p>\n

Members of her family, friends and classmates will also be in attendance, while the event will be graced by the presence of the Deputy Minister of Culture Iason Fotilas<\/b> and the Regional Governor of Western Greece Nectarios Pharmakis<\/b>.<\/b><\/p>\n

<\/b>The event will be accompanied musically by the band of Nikos Liopeta<\/b>, performing live favorite film songs of the 1960s, in an evening full of memory, emotion and culture.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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