Poem: "Ithaca (Ιθάκη)" by C.P.Cavafis | Alexia Paraskeva | TEDxNicosiaWomen

'Ithaca' (1911) "When you set out on your journey to Ithaca, pray that the road is long, full of adventure, full of knowledge..."
Greek poet Constantine P. Cavafis, 1863-1933.

Being on stage is Alexia Paraskeva's second home. She loves the challenge of playing other roles and losing herself in characters’ worlds. It is a form of therapy, escapism from reality and her daily routine to a safe place, the stage, where she can transform into someone else and lose herself for a few hours.

She loves teaching and sharing the skills she acquired as a professional actress and drama teacher.

Alexia notes: "The past fifteen years have taught me that this profession enriches me continually. The youthful energy and passion I see in my pupils reminds me of where my journey began. Teaching helps me grow as an individual and a professional. For me, it is the most fulfilling way of bridging the gap between my passion and other people’s aspirations.
It’s all about inspiring and being inspired!"

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