Nikos Kourkoulos(1934-2007) was a highly respected Greek theatrical and film performer,one of the most talented and recognizable actors of modern times.He studied acting at the National Theatre School of Drama.He appeared in the 1967 Broadway musical,Illya Darling, with Melina Mercouri,nominated for a Tony award as a best supporting actor.He was the Artistic Director of the National,an institution he managed to turn into a profitable organization without compromising on artistic integrity.
