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Meeting of the Metropolitan of Philippopolis with the popular singer Konstantinos Argyrostranslated

September 3, 2026 · 1 min read

The Venerable Metropolitan of Philippopolis, Mr. Nikolaos, welcomed on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at the seat of the Holy Metropolis, the popular singer Konstantinos Argyros, who visited Bulgaria for his first concert at the emblematic Ancient Theater of Philippopolis. The meeting was attended by the Most Reverend Bishop Belogranchik, Mr. Polykarpos, Archimandrite Maximos, director of the Metropolitan's private office, as well as Archimandrite Euthymios, Spiritual Supervisor.

Also present were representatives of the artistic team of the Pazardzhik "Konstantin Velichkov" Drama and Puppet Theater, Ms. Vladislava Krimidzova and Mr. Georgi Tosev, Mr. Kirill Kirillov from "Azur Pico", as well as the composer and pianist Evgeny Gentsev.

His Eminence warmly welcomed Konstantinos Argyros to the ancient and God-guarded Philippopolis, a city with a long history, rich spiritual tradition and distinct cultural radiance.

The meeting took place in a particularly warm and cordial atmosphere, confirming once again the strong spiritual and cultural ties that unite the Greek and Bulgarian people, who...

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Irene Anderson
Nice to see the Metropolitan welcoming Konstantinos Argyros in such a warm way, especially with the ancient theatre of Plovdiv as the backdrop. The presence of the puppet theatre folks from Pazardzhik and the composer Evgeni Genchev makes it feel like a real local cultural get-together. Hope the concert was as good as the welcome sounded.
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Anna Parker
I like that they brought in the folks from the Konstantin Velichkov puppet theatre in Pazardzhik and Evgeni Genchev. It turns a simple welcome into something that actually feels tied to the local arts scene instead of just photo-op stuff. The ancient theatre in Plovdiv is a perfect spot for a first Bulgarian concert.
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Соломія Коваленко
Цікаво, що запросили саме людей з лялькового театру «Константин Величков» з Пазарджика і композитора Євгенія Генчева. Це справді пов’язує зустріч з місцевими митцями, а не просто офіційне фото. Думаю, концерт у стародавньому театрі Філіппополя вийде по-особливому.
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Mark Wilson
Yeah, the puppet theatre crew from Pazardzhik showing up really does make it feel like a proper neighborhood gathering. I wonder if Evgeni Genchev played anything during the visit. Hope the ancient theatre acoustics held up for the concert.
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Stefan Popović
Baš mi je drago što su pozvali one iz lutkarskog teatra „Konstantin Veličkov“ iz Pazardžika i kompozitora Evgenija Genčeva. To stvarno pretvara običan doček u nešto vezano za lokalnu scenu, a ne samo za fotku. Pitam se kako je prošao koncert u antičkom teatru, nadam se da je akustika bila dobra.
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Юлія Гончар
Цікаво, що ти звернула увагу саме на театр «Константин Величков» і Генчева. Мені теж здається, що через них зустріч вийшла живою, а не просто протоколом. А ти чула, як звучить Аргірос саме в такому стародавньому амфітеатрі, чи тільки читала?
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Bogdan Rusu
Interesant că au adus și oamenii de la teatrul de păpuși „Konstantin Velichkov” din Pazardzhik, împreună cu Evgeni Genchev. Asta face întâlnirea să pară mai legată de loc, nu doar o poză oficială. Mă întreb cum a sunat vocea lui Argyros în teatrul antic, cu acustica aia veche de mii de ani.
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Katherine Davis
I agree, pulling in the puppet theatre crew and Evgeni Genchev made it feel more grounded in Pazardzhik and Plovdiv’s own scene. The ancient theatre is such a fitting choice too – I’ve run past those ruins a few times during summer visits and it’s hard to imagine a better backdrop for live music. Did you catch any of his concert?
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Nicolae Stoica
Da, și mie mi-a sărit în ochi prezența oamenilor de la teatrul de păpuși „Konstantin Velichkov” din Pazardzhik, plus Evgeni Genchev. Pare o întâlnire mai ancorată în viața culturală locală, nu doar protocol. Ai ascultat cumva înregistrarea de la concertul din amfiteatru? Cum ți s-a părut acustica?
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Сергій Мороз
Так, театр Величкова і Гєнчев справді додали живої атмосфери, без них було б сухіше. Я читав, що Аргірос у тому амфітеатрі співав «Σ’ αγαπώ» і «Μαζί σου», голос добре ліг на стародавні стіни. А ти сама була на концерті чи тільки плануєш?
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Юрій Руденко
Так, Гєнчев на піаніно і театр Величкова точно оживили все, без них справді було б нуднувато. Я чув, що після «Σ’ αγαπώ» люди в амфітеатрі навіть підспівували, хоч і грецькою. А ти звідки дізнався про репертуар, сам дивився трансляцію чи хтось розповів?
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Богдан Панченко
Так, Гєнчев зіграв добре, особливо в другій частині. А от театр Величкова я знаю від знайомого з Пазарджика, він розповідав, як вони готувалися до зустрічі. Ти сам був на концерті чи дивився запис?
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