As part of Stages Network’s Theatre Talks series, actress Peggy Trikalioti discusses her role in the contemporary play “I See You ” (The Counter) by American playwright Meghan Kennedy, directed by Vicky Volioti, at the Mikro Pallas Theater, starting October 14, every Monday and Tuesday.
The renowned actress emphasized that her participation in the play is a “beloved experience,” as she is working alongside two of her favorite colleagues. She described the play as “light and airy” and “full of humanity”—a work that is both comical and touching, a tender story of everyday life.
Regarding the story, here’s the setup: every morning at a local café in a small town, a waitress (Kate), played by Peggy Trikalioti, refills the coffee mug of a regular customer (Paul), played by Theodoros Atheridis. Every now and then, Paul’s ex-girlfriend, Peg, played by Vicky Volioti, also stops by the café. Paul is trying to make his way in this big, tough world. Kate is a woman who wants to make a fresh start. Peg still loves Paul, and Paul loves Peg, too. What happens when the Paul Is she asking Kate for a shocking favor? And what will happen when Kate finds out that Peg is Paul’s true love? An unexpected friendship blossoms, and everyone’s deepest secrets are brought to light.
Three people who love and are loved. Who laugh but also cry. With their mistakes and evasions. Sometimes bright, sometimes dark. Just like everyone else, with small and big secrets they haven’t confessed.
“I See You” is an ode to the interpersonal communication we have lost.
