The actors taking part in the performance announced that they considered its cancellation by the National Theater of Greece a clear case of censorship.
Director Pigi Dimitrakopoulou asked the National Theater to revoke its decision.
Actors issued the following announcement:
“Actors of Nash Equilibrium that was performed as normal and will continue its presentations at the National Theater’s Experimental Stage until January 31 believe that the decision of the Artistic Administration of the National Theater announced to us on Thursday noon, shortly before the official announcement, is an act of pure censorship. This decision insults us and also surpasses in dimension the current presentation of the specific troupe. We would like to thank all those who stand by us and especially those who react against this decision and view our presentation (falling victim) to political and art forces at play. It goes without saying that we support any presentation reacting against censorshipo. The decision of the Art Direction of the National Theater, a decision that bears special weight, if it passes, shows the dark legacy of censorship and self-censorshiop setting a precedent for future artistic activity in a public organization and others.”