Dialogos

Talking to Teens with Honesty: Insights from the 'Desert Island' Theatre Project

Published February 22, 2026, 09:01
Talking to Teens with Honesty: Insights from the 'Desert Island' Theatre Project

The curators of the THOK Actions, Irene Andreou, Yannis Karaoulis, and Eleni Moleski, discussed their work and approach to the audience as part of the ten-year journey of the 'Horizon' magazine. Yannis Karaoulis emphasized that the selection of works is based on enthusiasm and love for the text, while Irene Andreou highlighted the need to speak honestly with teenagers and not underestimate them, as they are ready to discuss even difficult topics. Eleni Moleski mentioned that their works aim at a wider audience, including parents and educators, but they face difficulties in getting the works approved by the Ministry of Education, resulting in them being limited to older age groups. Despite the difficulties, the team continues to communicate with schools and youth groups to convey their message.