The historic Theater Apollon is one of the major attractions of Syros and constitutes an emblem of the island\u2019s cultural heritage. Created in 1864 by the Italian architect Pietro Sampo who was inspired by 4 stunning Italian standards including the Scala di Milano, the theater Apollon adorns the heart of the capital to this day. The Apollo Theater first opened its doors with an Italian theater troupe that among others performances staged the famous Italian opera La Traviata. Its architectural splendor though did not manage to prevent the major catastrophes that the theater suffered over the years. The Apollon theater was forced to close and to spend a long period of renovations and interventions with funding from the state, with the full support of GNTO and the artistic supervision of Dimitris Fortsas as well as of the architect Peter Pikionis until 2000. Today the theater hosts various artistic and cultural events such as the Festival of the Aegean, famous plays and world-class performances.<\/p>\n
The\u00a0Apollon theater\u00a0hosts\u00a0some of the most important\u00a0cultural events,\u00a0operas\u00a0and\u00a0amazing\u00a0theatrical works\u00a0from local\u00a0and\u00a0international\u00a0theatrical troupes.\u00a0Theater enthusiasts can find\u00a0information\u00a0on\u00a0upcoming\u00a0performances and learn about reservations\u00a0and\u00a0tickets\u00a0for plays\u00a0and\u00a0events\u00a0they wish to\u00a0attend through the theater\u2019s calendar of events.\u00a0The\u00a0Apollon theater also\u00a0houses the Theater Museum\u00a0or else\u00a0\u201cthe memory place\u201d founded in\u00a02002.\u00a0The\u00a0Museum hosts\u00a0findings from\u00a0local and\u00a0other artists who played\u00a0an important\u00a0role\u00a0in the history\u00a0of\u00a0this\u00a0monumental\u00a0theater,\u00a0a\u00a0theater\u00a0being the ultimate\u00a0alternative\u00a0for entertainment\u00a0and\u00a0unrivaled amusement\u00a0on the island.<\/p>\n