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Art Carnuntum festival brings three guest performances to amphitheater

From Der Standard · () German

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  • The Art Carnuntum open-air theater festival will present three guest performances in the Roman amphitheater starting August 21.
  • Festival director Constantina Bordin is navigating the event through challenging times.
  • The festival's program includes "The Odyssey" and references historical films like "Gladiator."

The Art Carnuntum open-air theater festival, set in the Roman amphitheater near Vienna, is preparing to host three guest performances starting August 21.

Constantina Bordin, who has directed the World Theater Festival Art Carnuntum since 2021, is steering the event through what are described as difficult times, demonstrating resilience.

This summer's featured production is "The Odyssey." The festival also draws parallels to historical cinematic events, recalling the 2000 film "Gladiator," which depicted the life of the Roman general Maximus and his struggles in the Colosseum. The opening scenes of "Gladiator" were set in a Roman military camp near Carnuntum, the site of the festival.

The article notes that viewers might recall the iconic imagery of Russell Crowe's character from the film, highlighting the connection between the festival's location and historical narratives.

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