Actors Giannis Mastrogiannis and Panagiota Bimbli were married in a real civil ceremony on stage during a theatrical performance at the Open-Air Theater of Karystos. The unexpected wedding took place while the couple were performing the lead roles in the play Tha Se Vro, Tha Se Pantrepso, which translates to I Will Find You, I Will Marry You.
Mayor of Karystos Lefteris Raviolos officiated the civil union during the performance, surprising audience members who were watching the show. Rather than performing a scripted scene, the two actors conducted their actual legal marriage in front of the gathered spectators.
Mayor Raviolos presided over the ceremony on stage, which brought added directness and symbolism to the moment in an atmosphere of joy and excitement. Municipal officials confirmed that the civil proceedings were legally binding and executed with full official authority during the theatrical event.
Civil marriages in Greece are legally binding ceremonies conducted by municipal leaders under statutory rights established nationwide in 1982. Mayors across Greek municipalities regularly preside over civil unions, providing couples with a legal non-religious marriage ceremony in public venues and civic halls.
Civil Ceremony on Stage
The real-life wedding matched the exact title and theme of the play, offering audience members an unexpected surprise during the evening. Spectators watched the proceedings with close interest before breaking into warm and prolonged applause as the ceremony concluded.
Audience members cheered for the couple immediately after Mayor Raviolos completed the official marriage procedure. Event organizers noted that the wedding created a memorable experience for everyone present at the venue.
Karystos is a coastal town situated at the southern end of the island of Evia in central Greece. The local municipality operates the Open-Air Theater of Karystos as a venue for theatrical performances, cultural festivals, and community gatherings during the summer season.
Audience Reaction at Karystos Theater
The wedding proved that anything can happen on stage, transforming a standard dramatic performance into a unique real-life celebration. Theatergoers witnessed the entire ceremony from their seats before the show concluded with further applause for the newlyweds.
