If you enjoy theater and crave to watch as many plays as possible, in Achaea you will be more than satisfied.

With Patras having the lead role, theater and Patras go together since 1872 that Apollo theater was constructed.

Nowadays, the famous International Festival of Patras (www.festivalpatras.gr ) is held every summer and many concerts and musical performances for all tastes are organized in Patras. Even the most demanding spectator cannot but be greatly excited. Acclaimed performers from Greece and abroad choose Patras as one of the passing points of their summer tour.

Patras has many great spaces that host exceptional plays, such as the Roman Odeon, the Castle of Patras, the Apollo Theater and the Old Hospital of Patras that is now utilized for cultural purposes.
Theatrical events are also organized in other parts of Achaea, especially during the summer months.

More information about the performing arts in Patras can be found in the Cultural Organization of the Municipality of Patras in www.patrasculture.gr or just dial 2610 390 937.