I am a dramaturg, theatre theoretician, and special educational needs teacher with a contemporary and creative approach. I have experience in dramaturgy, acting, and directing theatre productions and activities for both adults and children. My educational background includes a BFA and an integrated MFA in Theatre from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and postgraduate studies in Contemporary Theatre, Dance, and Dramaturgy at Utrecht University. Throughout my career, I have worked in various capacities including dramaturg, costume designer, theatre teacher, special educational needs teacher, sales associate, and translator. Currently, I am seeking opportunities to apply my skills in dramaturgy, performing and visual arts, and education, aiming to create and contribute to innovative theatre and educational experiences.

Vasiliki Athanasiadou

I am a dramaturg, theatre theoretician, and special educational needs teacher with a contemporary and creative approach. I have experience in dramaturgy, acting, and directing theatre productions and activities for both adults and children. My educational background includes a BFA and an integrated MFA in Theatre from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and postgraduate studies in Contemporary Theatre, Dance, and Dramaturgy at Utrecht University. Throughout my career, I have worked in various capacities including dramaturg, costume designer, theatre teacher, special educational needs teacher, sales associate, and translator. Currently, I am seeking opportunities to apply my skills in dramaturgy, performing and visual arts, and education, aiming to create and contribute to innovative theatre and educational experiences.

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I am a dramaturg, theatre theoretician, and special educational needs teacher with a contemporary and creative approach. I have experience in dramaturgy, acting, and directing theatre productions and activities for both adults and children. My educational background includes a BFA and an integrated MFA in Theatre from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and postgraduate studies in Contemporary Theatre, Dance, and Dramaturgy at Utrecht University.

Throughout my career, I have worked in various capacities including dramaturg, costume designer, theatre teacher, special educational needs teacher, sales associate, and translator. Currently, I am seeking opportunities to apply my skills in dramaturgy, performing and visual arts, and education, aiming to create and contribute to innovative theatre and educational experiences.

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Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Drama Teacher at The Big Bang School, School of Nature
September 1, 2024 - Present
Teaching children between 6 and 12 years old acting, performance practices, art history and costume design. Experimenting and applying contemporary performance practices in an international school and producing contemporary school performances.
Special Educational Needs Teacher at Public Primary School in Thessaloniki
June 30, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Teaching and supporting an 11-year-old student during school hours. Conducting research and practising artful thinking. Explored methodology for experiential learning.
Research and Production Dramaturg at DAS Graduate School, Academy of Theatre and Dance, Amsterdam University of the Arts
May 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025
Assisted theatre master students in performance production and conducted research on contemporary dramaturgy. Developed and applied contemporary dramaturgy ideas in performance-making and collaborated with international artists.
Theatre Teacher at Centre for Creative Activities for Children Morfosi
July 31, 2020 - August 4, 2025
Taught children acting, improvisation, creative writing, storytelling, and history of art. Applied contemporary educational and acting methods to encourage learning and creativity in children.
Theatre Teacher at Centre for Creative Activities for Children Morfosi
June 30, 2023 - August 4, 2025
Continued teaching children between 5 and 12 years old in acting and drama education following contemporary methods.
Tailor & Model at Novia Bella
September 30, 2018 - August 4, 2025
Custom tailoring of wedding dresses and embroideries. Modeled for wedding dress customization and promoted wedding collection on social media. Selected fabrics and materials to improve costume design.
Dramaturg at Theatrical Team: Human in the Sea
October 31, 2017 - August 4, 2025
Conducted dramaturgy for Goethe's novel The Sorrows of Young Werther. Gained practical dramaturgy and teamwork experience.
Translator at Alpha Ermis
July 31, 2017 - August 4, 2025
Provided translation services from Greek to Russian, working efficiently under tight deadlines.
Scenographer at Theatrical Team: Titti Kordel
June 30, 2015 - August 4, 2025
Designed and constructed scenery for the dancing performance One Day in Manhattan.
Sales Associate at Destiny Man's clothing shop
March 31, 2014 - August 4, 2025
Performed customer service and online promotion, acquiring marketing knowledge and styling skills.
Drama Teacher at The Big Bang School, School of Nature
September 1, 2024 - Present
Teaching children aged 6 to 12 in acting, performance practices, art history, and costume design. Experimenting with contemporary performance practices in an international school setting and producing contemporary school performances.
Special Educational Needs Teacher at Public Primary School in Thessaloniki
June 30, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Providing teaching and support to an 11-year-old student during school hours. Conducting research and practising artful thinking, exploring methodology for experiential learning.
Research and Production Dramaturg at DAS Graduate School, Academy of Theatre and Dance, Amsterdam University of the Arts
May 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025
Assisted Theatre Master students in performance production and conducted research on contemporary dramaturgy. Developed and applied contemporary dramaturgy ideas in performance-making and collaborated with international artists.
Theatre Teacher at Centre for Creative Activities for Children Morfosi
July 31, 2020 - August 4, 2025
Taught acting, improvisation, creative writing, storytelling, history of art, and educational drama to children aged 5 to 12. Applied contemporary educational and acting methods, gaining valuable teaching experience.
Theatre Teacher at Centre for Creative Activities for Children Morfosi
June 30, 2023 - August 4, 2025
Continued teaching children aged 5 to 12 various theatre disciplines including acting, improvisation, creative writing, storytelling, and art history. Played through drama for educational purposes.
Tailor & Model at Novia Bella
September 30, 2018 - August 4, 2025
Performed custom tailoring of wedding dresses and embroideries and provided modeling for wedding dress customization. Promoted the wedding collection on social media and selected fabrics and materials.
Dramaturg at Theatrical Team: Human in the Sea
October 31, 2017 - August 4, 2025
Worked on dramaturgy for Goethe's novel The Sorrows of Young Werther in theatrical productions. Gained practical experience in dramaturgy and improved teamwork skills.
Translator at Alpha Ermis
July 31, 2017 - August 4, 2025
Provided Greek to Russian translation services under strict deadlines and stress conditions.
Scenographer at Theatrical Team: Titti Kordel
June 30, 2015 - August 4, 2025
Designed and constructed scenery for the dance performance One Day in Manhattan, enhancing scenography skills for a professional play.
Sales Associate at Destiny Man's clothing shop
March 31, 2014 - August 4, 2025
Provided customer service and promoted products online, acquiring marketing knowledge and developing styling skills.

Education

Master's degree in Contemporary Theatre, Dance and Dramaturgy at Utrecht University
September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021
Integrated Master's degree in Theatre at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
September 1, 2010 - November 30, 2017
Master's degree at Utrecht University
September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021
Integrated Master's degree at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
September 1, 2010 - November 1, 2017

Qualifications

Certificate in Special Educational Needs
June 1, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Proficiency C2 ECPE
May 1, 2022 - August 4, 2025
Certificate of participation in Psychology seminar: Adolescents bereavement experiences
November 1, 2019 - August 4, 2025
Certificate of participation in National Conference: School Bullying
March 1, 2016 - August 4, 2025
Certificate in Special Educational Needs, University of Macedonia
June 1, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Proficiency C2 ECPE
May 1, 2022 - August 4, 2025
Certificate of participation in Psychology seminar: Adolescents bereavement experiences - Psychology of human relationships in education - Emotional intelligence in education
November 1, 2019 - August 4, 2025
Certificate of participation in National Conference: School Bullying: Psychosocial, Educational Consequences and Coping
March 1, 2016 - August 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Other