Life of Byron Opens Friday 22 May

What happens when a middle-aged Greek-Australian man is forced to confront family, memory, ageing parents… and himself?

Chaos, comedy, nostalgia, arguments, guilt, overfeeding and a lot of laughs.

Following successful seasons in Melbourne and Sydney, The Life of Byron arrives at The Greek Centre from 22 May – 7 June for a limited Melbourne season.

Book opening weekend:

A funny, raw and deeply human story of a man forced to confront his past, his family, and the mother who shaped him.

Blending hilarious family chaos with some thought-provoking undertones, the show explores identity, ageing parents, memory and surviving family life all whilst trying to retain your sanity.

If you’ve ever survived a loud family gathering, been given unsolicited advice, or heard the same family story repeated for twenty years, this show will feel very familiar.

Reviews

“Kapiniaris as you’ve never seen him before.” – Weekend Notes

“Kapiniaris’ signature style of ethnic humour… the story is told in hysterically titled chapters.” – Weekend Notes

“The audience loving every moment.” – Weekend Notes

“George Kapiniaris is such a natural. He channels anger and frustration, lust and love.” – The Blurb

“Well directed, the timing is excellent.” – The Blurb

Starring George Kapiniaris and Sophia Katos 

George Kapiniaris (Acropolis Now, Wogs Out of Work) stars alongside the incredibly versatile Sophia Katos (Strictly Ballroom the Musical, Saturday Night Fever, Wentworth).

Kapiniaris stars as Byron, as Katos takes on 9 dynamic characters in Byron's life. Together, these talented actors spar on stage delivering a comedy-driven, relatable and touching story of Byron's life. 

Win tickets this Mother's Day

We've got 6 double passes to giveaway this Mother's Day to the show. Just comment the funniest thing your mum has ever said or done to go into the draw to win. 

Directed by Tony Nikolakopoulos

Written and directed by Tony Nikolakopoulos (The Last Proxy, Honeymoon in Hellas, Café Rebetika), and co-written with Sally Faraday and George Kapiniaris, this years production has been reworked for its return bringing a fresh take on Byron's story.

Join us after the show

After the show, stick around for a drink with us, snap a selfie (George loves a selfie), and mingle with fellow theatre-goers after the performance.