In the Spotlight

Andreas Manolikakis presents at the Hellenic American Union his book "In the Spotlight: The Journey to the Legendary Actors Studio and Other Life Stories. Conversations with Natasa Bastea", published by Armos Publications

In "In the Spotlight", Andreas Manolikakis narrates his journey from Athens and the Art Theatre, through Paris and Marcel Marceau’s school, to New York and the Actors Studio, the world’s most influential theatrical institution, among famous teachers and students. He discusses theater, acting, and his experience on Broadway alongside Derek Jacobi, as well as famous students including Bradley Cooper, in conversation with journalist Natasha Bastea. The book tells a story full of unexpected events and hard work. “Despite the title, this book, which narrates his own adventure, is a play between darkness and light—of the stage and of life,” as Natasha Bastea notes in the foreword.

Speakers at the event include actor Giannis Bezos, poet, critic, theater scholar, and translation expert Dr. Konstantinos Bouras, cartoonist Andreas Petroulakis, and the author himself, Andreas Manolikakis. The discussion will be moderated by journalist and author Natasha Bastea.

The author will answer questions from the audience and sign copies of his book.