Cultural bodies, organizations, political parties and other political bodies in announcements express grief for the death of Dora Kakouratou death of the great actress and thespian Dora Kakouratou who passed away on December 14 at the age of 78 years old, defeated by cancer, referring to her ethos and talent that marked the artistic course of Cyprus.
Among other things, RIK, in a statement referring to Kakouratou's artistic life, bids farewell to the great lady of Cypriot theatre with profound sadness and shock, noting that RIK was the theatrical and television home of the unforgettable actress for decades. She added that she was a leading actress and made her mark in major public television productions, comedies, dramatic television series and Cypriot sketches. She is also noted for her acting in popular RIK plays and series and kept viewers company for many years through her role as 'Pezuna' in the legendary RIK series 'Tales of the Village'.
The President and members of the Board of Directors, the Artistic Director and the staff of the Cyprus Theatre Organisation announced that they were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of the most gifted artists of the Cypriot theatre. The Organisation adds that Dora Kakouratou served the art of acting with passion and selflessness until the last moment, giving special moments to thousands of spectators with her inexhaustible talent and authenticity. She notes that she was distinguished for her ethics, kindness and unparalleled humility and adds that ThOK had the honour of working with her in the comedy of Michalis Pitsillides' Ospollate arkonytynamen in 2006, where she starred in the role of Mariannou.
The Famagusta For Cyprus Initiative, bidding farewell to one of the greatest actresses this country has produced, says that Dora Kakouratou had achieved something that few achieve, namely that her name would remain in history long before she passed into it. The Free Theatre, the Review and Comedy were synonymous with the last name Kakouratou, the Initiative continues, thanking her for all the unique moments she gave to all of us and for what she contributed to the culture of modern Cyprus.
Source: CNA
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