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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/romeo-et-juliette/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. The Capulets and Montagues face each other on stage holding weapons. They are dressed in grey on a dark stage. Pelmets above them light the stage.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. The Capulets and Montagues face each other on stage holding weapons. They are dressed in grey on a dark stage. Pelmets above them light the stage.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. Two children hold hands with their backs to the audience. They are flanked by two marble statues.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. The chorus have their backs to the stage at the Capulet ball. Everyone is dressed in brightly coloured clothes.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. Close up of Romeo singing on stage with green roots in the background.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. Close up of Romeo and Juliette on stage with green roots.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. Romeo and Juliette stand on  stage with green neon roots in the background.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. Romeo and Juliette kneel holding hands in front of the Friar. The nurse stands to one side.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (08)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. Romeo kneels on stage holding a weapon. A singer lays on the floor in front of him with blood on his shirt. Shocked singers stand around them.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. The stage is bathed in blue light, a fight has just taken place. Romeo kneels looking distraught with blood on his top. Two singers lie on the stage. There are two groups of singers facing each other. Two marble statues flank the stage.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Romeo and Juliette (2025) | Her Majesty's Theatre Adelaide (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Romeo and Juliette | Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide | State Opera South Australia 2025. Romeo sits on a marble block, Juliette kneels in front of him. Romeo has blood on his top and they hold a blood stained cloth. There is a bucket on the floor next to them.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-toxic-avenger/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Toxic Avenger (2017) (01) The Arts Theatre, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Book &amp; Lyrics:  Joe DiPietro
Music &amp; Lyrics:  David Bryan
Director:  Benji Sperring
Choreographer:  Lucie Pankhurst
Lighting:  Nic Farman
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Toxic Avenger (2017) (01) The Arts Theatre, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Book &amp; Lyrics:  Joe DiPietro
Music &amp; Lyrics:  David Bryan
Director:  Benji Sperring
Choreographer:  Lucie Pankhurst
Lighting:  Nic Farman
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/oliver/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance design | Oliver 2015 (01) Curve Theatre, Leicester]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Oliver! | Curve Theatre, Leicester, UK, 2015. A powerful, gloomy workhouse scene. A large chorus of young and adult performers in dark, ragged uniforms and caps stands in the foreground, surrounding a central table with empty bowls. Two contrasting figures in elaborate red and blue official attire observe the workers from a high balcony, emphasising the extreme power imbalance and the miserable conditions of the poor. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance design | Oliver 2015 (09) Curve Theatre, Leicester]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Oliver! | Curve Theatre, Leicester, UK, 2015. A dark, intense scene featuring a male character, Bill Sikes, in a long, severe black coat, illuminated by a single spotlight. He stands between two tall, planked wooden structures, holding a stick and a small white dog on a leash. His stern expression and the dog's presence immediately suggest the menacing character. The dim, shadowy lighting enhances the palpable sense of danger and fear. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance design | Oliver 2015 (08) Curve Theatre, Leicester]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Oliver! | Curve Theatre, Leicester, UK, 2015. A dramatic mid-action shot showing a female performer, Nancy, in a voluminous, vibrant blue dress being lifted or supported by several young performers in ragged, period costumes. The stage is cluttered with hanging rags and scarves above a rough wooden structure. The pose, with the woman gesturing in song, suggests a powerful musical moment related to Fagin's gang or a moment of playful escape. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance design | Oliver 2015 (07) Curve Theatre, Leicester]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Oliver! | Curve Theatre, Leicester, UK, 2015. A dynamic, high-energy scene, likely from a tavern gathering. A female performer, Nancy, in a sweeping, vibrant red dress, stands raised above a boisterous ensemble, holding a metal tankard aloft in an exuberant gesture. The surrounding figures, including a man in a sailor outfit, are laughing and singing, conveying the rowdy, fun atmosphere of a pub under dark, theatrical lighting. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance design | Oliver 2015 (06) Curve Theatre, Leicester]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Oliver! | Curve Theatre, Leicester, UK, 2015. A vibrant, full-stage scene depicting the bustling London marketplace. The ensemble, dressed in clean, cheerful 19th-century attire, is spread across the stage, carrying baskets and tools, ready for the musical number "Who Will Buy?" The backdrop is a stylised, repeating facade of wooden window frames and a silhouetted, painted cityscape, setting a stark contrast between the bright, busy foreground and the distant city. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance design | Oliver 2015 (05) Curve Theatre, Leicester]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Oliver! | Curve Theatre, Leicester, UK, 2015. An intimate indoor scene set in a richly decorated Victorian drawing-room, characterised by floral wallpaper and framed portraits. A young figure in nightclothes sits in a white metal bed, interacting with a kind-faced older man seated in a blue jacket, and a middle-aged man in a brown suit. A woman stands between them, all suggesting the comfortable, formal environment of Mr. Brownlow's home. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance design | Oliver 2015 (04) Curve Theatre, Leicester]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Oliver! | Curve Theatre, Leicester, UK, 2015. A dramatic, moody shot of the central, older male figure, Fagin, seated in isolation amidst a dark, ramshackle wooden set. He has long white hair and a tattered jacket, and is holding his hands together intently. The thick stage smoke and stark spotlights from above create an atmosphere of mystery and intense psychological focus on the isolated character within his cluttered den. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance design | Oliver 2015 (03) Curve Theatre, Leicester]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Oliver! | Curve Theatre, Leicester, UK, 2015. A powerful, high-energy ensemble performance across two levels of a wooden bridge-like structure. A large cast, dressed in contrasting costumes of 19th-century workers and street vendors, stands with arms outstretched in unified exuberance. The backdrop is a dramatic, painted silhouette of London rooftops and spires against a stormy sky, suggesting a powerful, collective musical number like "Consider Yourself." Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance design | Oliver 2015 (02) Curve Theatre, Leicester]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Oliver! | Curve Theatre, Leicester, UK, 2015. A stark scene set in a funeral parlour. A young figure in dark, formal, oversized clothes stands centrally, holding a small hat. He is positioned between two adult male figures in contrasting official attire and a woman in a black gown. The wooden set features a window with mirrored text and a large coffin to the left, capturing the young character's constrained and somber existence. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/in-the-heights/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (01) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A breathtaking shot of a male dancer executing a high-flying leap with dynamic energy. He is clad in red and dark street clothes with a bandana across his face. The background features the stylized, gritty bodega set with graffiti and a fire hydrant, all illuminated by dramatic spotlights and neon blues and reds on the geometrically patterned stage floor. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (02) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A vibrant ensemble scene featuring a male performer in the centre, arms raised, celebrating with a small flag while dancing with a female partner. Other ensemble members are seated or dancing around the set, which features the brightly lit "DELI &amp; GROCERY" sign. The strong coloured lighting on the patterned floor highlights the block party atmosphere of the performance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (03) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A high-energy dance sequence featuring the ensemble in motion under dramatic blue and purple lighting. The two central figures are mid-movement, reaching out with expressive faces. The multi-level bodega set looms in the background with warmly lit windows, suggesting the constant, active life of the neighbourhood is spilling out onto the streets. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (04) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A bustling scene set around the counter of the bodega. The male lead interacts with various ensemble members, who are posed in dynamic, street-dance inspired positions. The blue interior light of the store contrasts with the characters' vibrant clothing, emphasizing the bodega as the community's central, gathering point. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (05) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A visually arresting group dance scene with the ensemble captured mid-air or mid-step, conveying explosive energy. The stage is bathed in striking red and blue light beams that create geometric shadows on the floor. A character stands elevated on the second level of the bodega set, looking down on the chaotic, synchronized movement below. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (06)  Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A male performer is captured in a powerful solo pose, holding a can (likely a spray paint can) that emits a plume of blue smoke. He is dressed in red street clothes and a bandana mask. The minimal set features a fire hydrant and a rusty barrel, with stark blue and red light beams isolating the figure in a moment of stylized urban expression. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/die-fledermaus/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus, 2016 (01) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A spectacular, full-stage shot emphasizing the massive scale of the outdoor venue and the visual blend of styles. The classical stone facade is flanked by bold, fan-shaped Art Deco set pieces in blue and yellow. The large ensemble is formally dressed, while the brightly lit orchestra pit is visible below, underscoring the high-society and musical nature of the production. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus (10) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A dramatic spotlight isolates three characters in a dark, minimalist setting. A woman in a bright purple gown stands atop a stack of metal filing cabinets, arms outstretched in a moment of triumphant singing. A man sits below, holding a phone, while another woman stands to the side in a leopard-print coat, suggesting a dramatic confrontation or revelation in a stark, modern office environment. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus (09) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A dazzling trio of showgirls in shimmering, short, sequined costumes with large feathered headpieces are seated on three chrome-plated, tiered platforms. They are surrounded by men in tuxedos and women dressed as waitresses, creating a glamorous cabaret atmosphere typical of the Act II party scene, all under a rich blue light. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus (08) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A high-energy, celebratory scene, likely the party finale. A central woman, dressed in a tuxedo jacket and holding a bottle of champagne, stands elevated above the ensemble. The surrounding crowd is a mix of formal attire and fantastical costumes, including feathered headpieces and bunny ears, all framed by a large, gothic arched window under intense blue light. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus (07) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A striking, intimate scene showcasing two main characters at a masked ball. The woman wears a rich, shimmering, brown-and-gold kaftan and a teal turban/mask, symbolizing the operetta's disguise theme. The man wears a classic white tuxedo tailcoat and black trousers. A modern, glowing blue champagne pyramid stands prominently in the background, contrasting the classic costumes with a contemporary party aesthetic. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus, 2016 (06) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A dazzling burlesque scene dominated by strong blue and pink lighting. A central female performer, in a corset, stockings, and high heels, stands elevated, dramatically holding enormous white and light blue feather fans. She is surrounded by a large ensemble in tuxedos and smaller, feathered costumes, all against a fractured mirror backdrop that creates a sense of glamour and reflection. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus, 2016 (05) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A male character in a white tuxedo, black vest, and top hat stands in an Art Deco-styled bathroom setting. The backdrop is a geometric blue screen with pleated curtains, contrasting with the vintage turquoise sink and toilet. The character holds a cocktail, his expression theatrical, highlighting the opulence and self-aware comedy of the operetta. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus, 2016 (04) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A close-up, domestic scene featuring a woman in a sweeping pink dress and a man in a white tuxedo. They stand within a detailed Art Deco bedroom set, characterized by highly polished wooden furniture and a striking yellow geometric wallpaper backdrop. The intimate staging and the sophisticated costumes suggest a moment of private conversation or seduction in the opera's opening act. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus, 2016 (03) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A full-stage view showing the Art Deco-inspired domestic setting and the visible orchestra. The stage features bold, yellow, and blue fan motifs framing large window openings. A woman in a pink robe sits center stage, while a man in a tuxedo stands to the right. The orchestra is visible in the foreground, underscoring the elegance and structure of the Act I domestic scene. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Fledermaus, 2016 (02) Opera Holland Park, London 2016]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Fledermaus | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2016. A wide, busy stage shot showing a large ensemble in a chaotic mix of attire, suggesting a party aftermath. The set features a stark, modern metal structure on the left contrasting with a classical stone building backdrop. Performers wear a variety of costumes, including tuxedos, nightwear, and a bright purple gown, capturing the opera's themes of mistaken identity and decadent confusion. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/la-rondine/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Rondine, 2017 (01) Opera Holland Park, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Rondine | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2017. A close-up, dramatic shot of the central female character, Magda, sitting on the lip of a blue-tiled pool structure. She wears a headscarf, sunglasses, and a flowing pastel dress, holding a straw bag. Fallen autumn leaves surround her, suggesting a quiet, contemplative moment in a suburban or retreat setting, emphasising a shift in her character's mood or circumstance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Rondine, 2017 (08) Opera Holland Park, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Rondine | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2017. A grand, outdoor stage view, showing a pool-like structure on a raised platform flanked by elegant, arched gold frames. Two main characters stand near the pool, dressed in 1950s attire. The background features the classical stone facade of the venue, while the foreground shows the visible orchestra pit, blending the contemporary set design with the historic outdoor setting. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Rondine (07) takis - La Rondine, 2017 (08) Opera Holland Park, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Rondine | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2017. A spectacular, wide-stage view of an ensemble scene bathed in intense magenta and blue light. The stage is framed by large, glowing arched structures. The crowded cast, dressed in colourful mid-century clothing, is arranged on multiple levels around small, red-covered tables, emphasising the dramatic scale and festive atmosphere of the opera's public scene. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-rondine-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Rondine (06) Opera Holland Park, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Rondine | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2017. A full stage view of the Act I salon setting, featuring a blue-walled interior framed by large, arched, teal velvet curtains. A large cast is spread across the space, with the orchestra visible below. The geometric stage levels and the mid-century furniture and costumes—including a woman in a bright yellow gown—establish the sophisticated, stylized atmosphere of the wealthy Parisian society. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-rondine-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Rondine (05) Opera Holland Park, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Rondine | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2017. A vibrant, large ensemble scene, likely the Fête at Bullier's. The stage is crowded with performers dressed in lively, period-casual attire, including striped shirts and bright dresses. Confetti rains down under dramatic red and gold lighting. The lively poses and crowded staging capture the festive, Bohemian energy of the cafe and the moment of spontaneous romance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-rondine-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Rondine (04) Opera Holland Park, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Rondine | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2017. A domestic interior scene showcasing a group of characters relaxing on a mid-century modern curved couch and chairs. The setting features a cool, light blue wall and a central archway, with male figures in suits and female figures in voluminous 1950s-style dresses (pink and yellow-green). The composition suggests a social gathering in a sophisticated, affluent Parisian salon. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Rondine (03) Opera Holland Park, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Rondine | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2017. A close-up portrait of a female performer in a vibrant, embroidered yellow gown with sheer sleeves and a white cap. She holds a small white paper, possibly a letter, and has a hopeful or slightly scheming expression. The strong blue backlighting creates a dramatic contrast with the bright yellow of her dress, highlighting her role in the unfolding romance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-rondine-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Rondine (02) Opera Holland Park, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Rondine | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2017. A close-up of three female performers in matching mid-century style dresses and headscarves (pink, light blue, and pale green). They are posed leaning in with exaggerated expressions, suggesting a moment of intense gossiping or dramatic revelation. Their flawless period styling and intense focus capture the pressurised social atmosphere of the salon. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/sweet-charity/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Sweet Charity, 2018 (02) Nottingham Playhouse]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sweet Charity | Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, UK, 2018. A vibrant, dynamic dance sequence featuring an all-female ensemble in short, shimmering dresses of various bright colours. They are lit by a magenta glow against a backdrop of metallic vertical strips and hanging, multicoloured paper lanterns, creating a classic, stylised dance hall atmosphere typical of the Fan-Dango Ballroom setting. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Sweet Charity, 2018 (09) Nottingham Playhouse]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sweet Charity | Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, UK, 2018. A highly energetic dance scene featuring the central character (Charity) in a sequinned magenta dress, moving exuberantly through a line of male dancers. The men are dressed in striking red and gold military-style jackets and short pants, holding American flags. The dynamic poses and use of flags, haze, and strong stage color suggest a celebratory, yet perhaps cynical, musical number like "The Rhythm of Life." Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Sweet Charity, 2018 (08) Nottingham Playhouse]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sweet Charity | Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, UK, 2018. The central character, Charity, stands illuminated inside a modern, transparent phone booth. She wears a sequined dress and a light trench coat, captured mid-conversation with an expressive, slightly comic facial expression. The backdrop is pitch black, broken only by vertical lines of light resembling rain or falling city lights, isolating her dramatically in the busy city. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Sweet Charity, 2018 (07) Nottingham Playhouse]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sweet Charity | Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, UK, 2018. A high-energy, solo pose of Charity in her signature magenta sequinned dress, black tights, and heels. She is holding a top hat playfully on her head with a wide, theatrical smile. The background shows a costume rack draped in plastic and lit by pink light, underscoring her role as a dancer and capturing her persistent, hopeful optimism. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Sweet Charity, 2018 (06) Nottingham Playhouse]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sweet Charity | Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, UK, 2018. A full stage shot showcasing the stylized, urban set design. Charity stands alone in the center of the dark stage, spotlit in her trench coat, facing the audience. She is flanked by two large, minimalist light-outline structures representing Manhattan skyscrapers and a phone booth prop on the left, emphasising her smallness and isolation within the vast, indifferent city. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-sweet-charity-2018-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Sweet Charity, 2018 (05) Nottingham Playhouse]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sweet Charity | Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, UK, 2018. A bold, ritualistic scene under striking spiral stage design. A central male figure stands raised with arms wide on a small pedestal. He is surrounded by an ensemble kneeling on the stage with their arms outstretched in worship. The backdrop is dominated by a large, semicircular panel with curved, backlit geometric patterns, suggesting the dramatic musical number "The Rhythm of Life." Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-sweet-charity-2018-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Sweet Charity, 2018 (04) Nottingham Playhouse]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sweet Charity | Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, UK, 2018. An intimate, luxurious, yet tense backstage scene. A woman in a white fur coat embraces a man in a red patterned jacket next to a large, opulent bed with golden swan headboards. To the right, Charity sits alone and observant in her magenta dress next to a rack of costumes, contrasting her modest presence with the excessive glamour of the celebrity couple. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-sweet-charity-2018-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Sweet Charity, 2018 (03) Nottingham Playhouse]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sweet Charity | Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, UK, 2018. An intimate backstage moment featuring Charity sitting alone at a makeup mirror lined with bulb lights and surrounded by dressing room clutter, including lockers and hanging garments. She is wearing a sequinned slip dress and resting her chin on her hand with a contemplative, slightly melancholy expression, capturing her quiet vulnerability away from the stage lights. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-sweet-charity-2018-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Sweet Charity, 2018 (01) Nottingham Playhouse]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sweet Charity | Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham, UK, 2018. A dazzling, high-contrast dance number bathed entirely in purple light. Three male and three female dancers in sequinned costumes pose dramatically in the foreground, flanked by two figures in tuxedos. Above them, four male performers in white are suspended upside down against a backdrop of stylised, lit cityscape cutouts, creating a surreal and energetic urban tableau. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/la-calisto/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Calisto (2016) (02) English Touring Opera]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Calisto | English Touring Opera, 2016. A large ensemble tableau featuring many of the opera's characters in elaborate, diverse costumes. The figures stand on and around the steampunk-inspired metal set pieces. Costumes range from shimmering sequined gowns and patterned suits to horned headpieces and flower crowns, reflecting the array of mythological gods and creatures gathered in this fantastical world. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-calisto-2016-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Calisto (2016) (07) English Touring Opera]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Calisto | English Touring Opera, 2016. A reprise of a key confrontation scene under intense teal light. The performer in the green gown stands on a platform with arms up, seemingly distraught, while the dark-robed figure stands menacingly behind her. The scientific blackboard is clearly visible, and the metallic forest set appears alive with glowing blue and green light, intensifying the dramatic tension. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-calisto-2016-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Calisto (2016) (06) English Touring Opera]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Calisto | English Touring Opera, 2016. A dramatic close-up of a female performer (likely Diana/Juno) in a structured black gown with a caged frame skirt and a netted headpiece. She sings powerfully with an intense, fierce expression and clenched fist. The background is a stark pink-purple, emphasizing her anger and determination against the twisted metal structures of the set. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-calisto-2016-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Calisto (2016) (05) English Touring Opera]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Calisto | English Touring Opera, 2016. A close-up portrait of a performer, likely a deity or philosopher, seated on a moss-covered wooden piece with a large mechanical wheel. The character wears a plaid suit, bow tie, and a shaggy white wig and glasses, exuding a quirky, intellectual authority. Moss-covered, spidery metal creatures are positioned around his feet, underscoring the set's overgrown, mechanical aesthetic. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Calisto (2016) (04) English Touring Opera]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Calisto | English Touring Opera, 2016. A central confrontation scene featuring three figures in the mechanical, overgrown set. A woman in a green, flowing, nymph-like gown stands on a lower platform with arms outstretched in despair. Behind and above her, a woman in a dark, structured gown and cap stands imposing and judgmental. A blackboard covered in complex physics and astronomical equations stands to the right, blending classical drama with modern science. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-calisto-2016-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Calisto (2016) (03) English Touring Opera]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Calisto | English Touring Opera, 2016. A performer dressed as a Satyr is captured in a highly theatrical pose, grimacing with horns, a spotted tunic, and textured leggings, embodying the raw energy of the mythological creature. He stands next to a blackboard filled with complex scientific and mathematical equations, visually juxtaposing the primal with the intellectual within a space bathed in magenta and blue light. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-calisto-2016-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Calisto (2016) (01) English Touring Opera]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Calisto | English Touring Opera, 2016. A wide stage view showcasing the fantastical set design under teal lighting. The stage is dominated by a sprawling, moss-covered network of intersecting metal rods, wheels, and gears, suggesting a corrupted mechanical forest. The central action features three figures interacting near a blackboard covered in formulae, emphasizing the opera's mix of mythology and cosmic science. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/hairspray/</loc>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-hairspray-2017-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Hairspray (01) UK Tour, 2017/18, 2015/16]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hairspray | UK Tour, 2017. A high-energy ensemble number set against a vibrant purple and pink backdrop. The stage proudly displays the "Baltimore Eventorium, Miss Teenage Hairspray 1962" banner and a large, sparkling hairspray can prop. The cast, including the male lead in a pink suit, is dressed in dazzling, brightly coloured, patterned 1960s attire, executing a synchronized dance move with arms raised. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Hairspray UK Tour 2017 (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hairspray | UK Tour, 2017. A tender, comedic scene featuring the parents, Edna and Wilbur Turnblad. Edna wears a practical patterned dress, while Wilbur, in a checked shirt and green trousers, leans in to affectionately kiss her cheek. They stand on a raised platform on the geometrically patterned stage floor, against a backdrop showing a dark blue cityscape with a crescent moon. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Hairspray UK Tour 2017 (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hairspray | UK Tour, 2017. A dynamic dance sequence featuring the "Negro Day" cast. The performers are executing a synchronized dance step in a line, dressed in stylish 1960s street clothes with bold, contrasting colours like magenta, red, and orange. The backdrop is a dark, stylized painting of an urban street scene under a moody sky, contrasting the bright energy of the dance with the subdued setting. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-hairspray-2017-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Hairspray UK Tour 2017 (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hairspray | UK Tour, 2017. A brightly lit, posed promotional photo of the Corny Collins Council Members. The cast wears highly saturated 1960s fashions, including plaid jackets, teal suits, and cheerful floral or patterned dresses in orange, green, and blue. The central male figure wears a shimmering suit, emphasizing his star power against the simple blue backdrop and geometric stage pattern. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Hairspray UK Tour 2017 (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hairspray | UK Tour, 2017. The Corny Collins Council Members are formally posed around a central female figure raised on the shoulders of a male dancer, celebrating her victory. The cast members wear vivid, patterned, full-skirted 1960s dresses and brightly coloured suits. The stage floor features a striking blue and black geometric pattern, highlighting the manufactured perfection of the TV show's stars. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-hairspray-2017-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Hairspray UK Tour 2017 (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hairspray | UK Tour, 2017. A solo shot of the host, Corny Collins, singing into a vintage microphone. He wears a striking, well-tailored pink suit with pink trousers, dominating the stage. He is framed by multiple rows of bright blue rectangular spotlights suspended from above. The geometric light pattern on the floor and the minimalist blue background underscore the stylized, pop-art aesthetic of the TV show setting. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Hairspray UK Tour 2017 (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hairspray | UK Tour, 2017. A close-up of the lead character, Tracy Turnblad, waking up in bed. Her bright, colourful plaid duvet and pillows, and the striped rug behind her, pop against the dark stage. Tracy's expressive face and large 1960s hairstyle are framed by the stylized, yellow bedframe and a large clock, capturing the energetic opening number, "Good Morning Baltimore." Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/five-guys-named-moe/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Five Guys Named Moe (01) Marble Arch Theatre, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Five Guys Named Moe | Marble Arch Theatre, London, UK, 2017. The core five performers stand centre stage in formal, jazzy attire featuring bow ties, vests, and contrasting high-waisted trousers in hues of blue, plaid, and burgundy. They are singing passionately under bright blue spotlights, with their arms extended. The stage is curved, and musicians are visible in the background, underscoring the intimate yet electric club atmosphere. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Five Guys Named Moe (04) Marble Arch Theatre, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Five Guys Named Moe | Marble Arch Theatre, London, UK, 2017. The five performers stand in a tight, synchronized line, wearing sharp, contrasting period suits with tails, white shirts, and bow ties, ready for a vocal number. The backdrop is a brightly lit stage sign reading "FUNKY BUTT CLUB," which glows with orange light bulbs. The confident poses and close arrangement of the singers capture the energy of the jazz club performance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Five Guys Named Moe (03) Marble Arch Theatre, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Five Guys Named Moe | Marble Arch Theatre, London, UK, 2017. The five male performers, embodying the "Moes," are captured mid-dance move, leaning back dramatically with their arms raised. They are dressed in wildly colourful, patterned plaid suits in shades of blue, burgundy, and tan, each topped with a matching fedora. The vibrant costumes pop against the deep blue vertical curtains and the stylized furniture of the set, highlighting the show's dynamic choreography. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Five Guys Named Moe (02) Marble Arch Theatre, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Five Guys Named Moe | Marble Arch Theatre, London, UK, 2017. A dramatic close-up of one performer singing into a vintage microphone. He wears a bow tie, vest, and top hat, with a corsage pinned to his shoulder. He is backlit by a plume of white smoke, isolating his passionate vocal performance. The dark background emphasizes the performer's focus and stage presence, capturing a quintessential moment of jazz club performance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/isabeau/</loc>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-isabeau-2018-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Isabeau, Opera Holland Park, 2018 (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A striking, close-up interaction around the Sun Bird puppet. Isabeau in white reaches out with a look of awe or distress toward the large, metallic bird held high by three hooded figures. The highly crafted puppet and the contrasting textures of the white gown and the rough brown robes create a dynamic and symbolic moment of confrontation with the mythical element. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-isabeau-2018-24.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Isabeau, Opera Holland Park, 2018 (24)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A massive, full-stage shot capturing the vastness of the outdoor performance space and the drama of the opera. The entire cast is actively engaged in a complex staging involving the large, multi-level brick set. The lighting creates deep blue shadows across the arched roof truss structure overhead, emphasising the theatrical scale of the event, with the orchestra clearly visible in the foreground. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-isabeau-2018-20.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Isabeau, Opera Holland Park, 2018 (20)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A wide, epic stage view showing the entire cast and the orchestra pit. The set features a complex, multi-tiered stone structure with archways and staircases used to separate the different social classes. The common people in rough robes are contained in the lower windows and platforms, while the royal court, distinguished by rich red, purple, and green robes, stands on the upper levels, defining the social and architectural structure of the city. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-isabeau-2018-19.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Isabeau, Opera Holland Park, 2018 (19)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A visually rich scene featuring Isabeau in a stark white gown facing her father, the King, who sits enthroned in green and gold robes. Two richly dressed male courtiers in deep red and purple flank the King, while a fourth courtier in blue stands observing from an archway. Isabeau's pure white costume and central position contrast sharply with the dark, regal opulence of the seated court. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. Isabeau stands prominently center stage in her bridal-like white gown and veil, framed by a banner with Italian text. She is flanked by two identically dressed, veiled women in turquoise robes. Her solemn, forward-facing pose, combined with the banner and the formal staging, suggests a moment of ritual or a powerful public trial. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A wide stage view showing the royal court within a pale, arched, semi-circular set structure. The King sits enthroned, surrounded by his courtiers in richly coloured robes. Three figures in simple, hooded robes stand to the side, and a figure in vibrant blue stands in an archway, creating a visual divide between the opulence of the court and the humility of the common people. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A close-up portrait of a male character, likely the King's favourite, in a striking red tunic/robe with bold shoulder structures and silver buckle accents. He is standing on a platform, holding onto a railing, looking off-stage with an intense, bearded expression. His powerful, opulent costume is set against a dark, textured brick backdrop, highlighting his commanding presence. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A close-up portrait of the King, wearing a deep green velvet robe and a metallic, studded leather collar and belt. His gold, paper-like crown and somber expression contrast with the regal opulence of his attire. The dark background focuses attention on the gravity of his expression, underscoring his internal conflict or concern. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A dramatic moment of sacrifice or collapse. The figure of Isabeau in white is held aloft, seemingly lifeless or severely distressed, by two figures in rough, brown, hooded costumes. Her pale face and long red hair hang back, emphasising the tragic and violent consequence of the events surrounding her, perhaps her capture or a moment of death. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Isabeau, Opera Holland Park, 2018 (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A dynamic scene on a narrow staircase. The figure of Isabeau in white is trapped mid-stairs, reaching out with an anguished expression as she is pulled between an upper male figure in a red robe and two lower figures in rough, hooded beggar-like costumes, emphasising her descent into conflict and the tragic nature of her fate. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Isabeau, Opera Holland Park, 2018 (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A striking solo shot of Isabeau in a long, high-collared white gown with a flowing cape. The gold embroidery of a bird or eagle on her sleeve stands out. Her long, flowing red hair contrasts dramatically with the pure white of her costume, symbolising her virtue or isolation against the dark, moody background. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Isabeau, Opera Holland Park, 2018 (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A close-up scene featuring a man in medieval-style rugged clothing holding out his arm towards a figure concealed in a hooded robe. The hooded figure holds a large, stylised puppet of a bird with intricate, metallic, feather-like wings. This scene represents the moment the Sun Bird is released, a central symbolic act in the opera. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Isabeau, Opera Holland Park, 2018 (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Isabeau | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2018. A powerful and dramatic scene featuring the assembled townspeople in two distinct groups on a terraced, brick stage set. The large chorus stands with fists raised in a unified gesture of protest or celebration. Those on the upper level, predominantly women, wear richer, patterned robes, while the men on the lower level are in more rugged, earth-toned medieval attire, all illuminated by cool blue and purple light against a towering stone facade. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/any-port-in-a-storm/</loc>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm | Giffords Circus, 2017. Joyous, large-scale finale with the entire company on stage.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm | Giffords Circus, 2017. Dramatic, stylized portrait of female performer in burgundy gown holding a chicken.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2017. Performer portrait in vibrant red baroque-inspired costume. Costume design by takis for the 17th-century Spanish court themed circus production, directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2017. Aerialist suspended and inverted during performance. Costume design by takis for aerial work in baroque-themed production.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2017. Performer portrait in Elizabethan-style costume with elaborate ruff collar. Costume design by takis capturing baroque period aesthetic, directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2017. Female performer in red flamenco-style costume. Costume design by takis for maritime and courtly themed circus production.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2017. Clown character in brocade costume holding prop. Character costume design by takis for the baroque circus production.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm | Giffords Circus, 2017. Performer standing atop two galloping horses in dramatic pose.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2017. Equestrian performer portrait in green and period costume. Costume design by takis for horse act in baroque-themed circus.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2017. Male aerialist suspended horizontally mid-performance. Costume design by takis for aerial work, directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2017. Female dancer in vibrant red flamenco dress performing. Costume design by takis blending baroque and Spanish dance aesthetics.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2017. Female performer in deep burgundy period dress. Costume design by takis featuring baroque-era brocades and ruffs for intimate circus tent setting.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm | Giffords Circus, 2017. Dynamic moment of acrobatic tumbling with male performers.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm | Giffords Circus, 2017. Zorro-like costume on horseback with horse reared up dramatically.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm | Giffords Circus, 2017. Performer juggling white clubs under blue stage lighting.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm | Giffords Circus, 2017. Mirrored, dramatic shot of two female dancers in red costumes.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm | Giffords Circus, 2017. Dynamic equestrian shot of female performer in sea-green gown on horseback.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Any Port in a Storm | Giffords Circus, 2017. Ground-level, candid shot of central figure in velvet cloak.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/my-beautiful-circus/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A wide shot of the interior of the big top, setting the scene for the show's theme. The ring entrance is framed dramatically by a massive Union Jack flag, which is split in the centre to form curtains. The ring is covered in sawdust, and vintage-style light structures and props border the stage, emphasizing a classic, patriotic, and slightly theatrical atmosphere. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (16)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. An aerialist performs a powerful split high above the ring, suspended by a large sheet of flowing pink-purple silk. The performer wears a fitted, patterned bodysuit in white and red. The dramatic angle and intense purple and magenta spotlights highlight the elegant strength and flexibility required for the aerial silks act against the vast dark space of the circus tent. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (15)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A classic image of controlled equestrian artistry. A male rider, elegantly dressed in a tailored, burnt-red plaid suit and a derby hat, performs a controlled dressage move on a beautiful dappled grey horse. The horse is captured with a raised foreleg, showcasing the precise training required for the act, illuminated against the dark environment of the circus tent. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (14)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A vibrant close-up of the equestrian performer in his striking red plaid suit and hat, smiling broadly mid-act. The dappled grey horse's head is close to the camera, with a dark mane and tassel headpiece. The intense focus on the rider's joy and the horse's dramatic posture captures the excitement and high energy of the riding routine. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (13)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A close-up portrait of a juggler mid-performance, smiling confidently as he handles two large, striped clubs. He wears a very striking, bespoke suit jacket featuring a bold plaid pattern in green, purple, and yellow checks. The warm string lights of the background softly illuminate the scene, focusing all attention on the performer's cheerful energy and technical skill. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (12)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A joyful image of two male performers in matching vintage-style costumes—teal vests and trousers with red bowties—bowing enthusiastically to the audience with arms outstretched. They are standing near the circus ring entrance, with members of the orchestra visible behind them, framed by the patriotic Union Jack backdrop. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-my-beautiful-circus-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (11)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A joyous finale scene as the large ensemble takes their bow at the main ring entrance, framed by heavy red velvet curtains. Performers wave enthusiastically, showcasing the show's diverse costume palette, including patterned plaid suits, military velvet jackets, and a glittering gown. The wide smiles and raised hands capture the traditional, communal spirit of the final curtain call. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A black and white image of an aerial silks performer executing a high-level contortionist pose, suspended from the ceiling by a white rope. The performer's body is bent backward in a difficult V-shape, dramatically illuminated by two bright spotlights from the left, emphasizing the incredible strength and grace of the acrobatic performance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. An aerialist performs on a suspended pink silk rope, illuminated by a strong purple spotlight that beams across the dark space. The performer is clad in a white and red patterned bodysuit, executing an elegant, inverted pose that showcases the beautiful, isolated athleticism of the fabric acrobatics. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A female performer twirls in the sawdust ring, wearing a glittering, sequined dress that drapes around her waist and shimmers with a mix of silver, gold, and bronze tones. Her simple gold headpiece and feather suggest a glamorous, vintage showgirl act, set against the rich red velvet curtains of the ring entrance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A performer sings passionately into a microphone, illuminated by a vivid blue light. Her face is projected onto a large, illuminated circular screen behind her, creating a massive, stylized headshot with exaggerated makeup. The dramatic lighting and multimedia element emphasize a powerful musical or vocal interlude. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A female performer in a short, elegant tutu dress and fishnet stockings walks four small Dachshund dogs on leashes across the sawdust ring. Her costume is adorned with sparkling red accents, and she wears a choker and stage makeup. The backdrop is the rich red and white striping of the Union Jack curtains, creating a classic animal act spectacle. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A striking equestrian act in the ring. A male rider in a red-orange plaid suit and matching fedora is seated on a dappled grey horse. The horse is captured mid-movement, with its dark mane flying, while the rider beams, embodying the show's traditional, cheerful circus appeal. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A male performer in a brightly coloured, patterned plaid suit, consisting of a jacket, vest, and short trousers, performs a juggling act with small, patterned boxes. The playful, bold costume is characteristic of a ringmaster or a master of ceremonies, contrasting sharply with the dark, backstage machinery visible behind him. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A humorous portrait of the circus's resident clown, Tweedy, peering out of the window of a vintage, maroon-coloured caravan. The caravan is labelled "GIFFORDS CIRCUS No. 303" and "T. WEEDY ESQ.". He is dressed in an ordinary shirt and tie but wears a comical, patterned, soft hat, underscoring the contrast between the mundane and the theatrical. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus -  My Beautiful Circus, 2018 (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[My Beautiful Circus | Giffords Circus, 2018. A dynamic acrobatic scene. Two male performers in matching teal vests, trousers, and red bowties execute a difficult trick against a backdrop of the Union Jack. The lower performer catches the upper one, who is caught mid-air, upside down, highlighting the thrilling and technically demanding nature of the tumbling act. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/xanadu/</loc>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-xanadu-2019-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus - Xanadu 2019 (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Photo credit:  Gem Hall, Andrew Rees]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus - Xanadu 2019 (08)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Xanadu, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2019. Circus performance scene featuring costume design by takis. Directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Kate Smyth for the 2019 touring production.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus - Xanadu 2019 (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Xanadu, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2019. Performance moment from the circus tour. Costume design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Kate Smyth.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus - Xanadu 2019 (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Xanadu, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2019. Circus scene from UK touring production. Costume design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal with lighting by Ian Scott.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-xanadu-2019-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus - Xanadu 2019 (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Xanadu, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2019. Performance featuring costume design by takis for Giffords Circus. Direction by Cal McCrystal, choreography by Kate Smyth.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-xanadu-2019-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus - Xanadu 2019 (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Xanadu, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2019. Circus performance scene with costume design by takis. Directed by Cal McCrystal for the 2019 Giffords Circus tour.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus - Xanadu 2019 (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Xanadu, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2019. Touring production scene featuring costume design by takis, direction by Cal McCrystal, and choreography by Kate Smyth.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-xanadu-2019-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Gifford's Circus - Xanadu 2019 (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Xanadu, Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2019. Performance moment from the circus production. Costume design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Kate Smyth.]]></image:caption>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-hooley/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hooley, Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A close-up of a dynamic dance sequence featuring a male performer with a bare chest and stylized black and gold waist armour. He is surrounded by female performers wearing ruffled, green, aquatic-themed headpieces and dark, sculpted costumes, all engaging in expressive hand movements. The lighting emphasizes the magical, mythical, and slightly wild atmosphere of the faerie circle. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-hooley-2021-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Gifford's Circus, Hooley (2021) (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hooley by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2021. Circus performance scene featuring Irish-themed production. Costume design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Colin Lang and lighting by Ian Scott.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-hooley-2021-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Gifford's Circus, Hooley (2021) (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A dramatic confrontation between two performers, likely characters playing mischievous trolls or goblins, set against a dark, misty background lit by green light. Both wear fantastical, rough-textured costumes and prosthetics (e.g., pointed noses). The figure on the right is pointing a finger for emphasis, while the other listens intently, capturing a moment of theatrical comedy or plot development. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-hooley-2021-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Gifford's Circus, Hooley (2021) (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A male performer in a brightly lit, ethereal costume performs a traditional Irish step dance in the sawdust ring. He wears a striking white shirt with voluminous sleeves and shimmering silver harem-style trousers and a wide sequined belt. His pointed prosthetic ears emphasize his role as a fairy or elf. The image is framed by the circus band behind him, underscoring the Irish musical theme. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-hooley-finale-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis Performance Designs | Gifford's Circus, the Hooley finale (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. The entire company is gathered in the circus ring for the finale. The performers, in their wide variety of fantasy costumes (fauns, fairies, creatures), stand with arms raised in a unified wave to the audience. The red ring with the "GIFFORDS CIRCUS" logo is prominent, and the warm spotlight and surrounding darkness emphasize the celebratory, communal end to the show. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-fearies-hooley-2021-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Gifford's Circus (2021) The Fearies in The Hooley (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A beautiful grouping of three female performers dressed as fairies in iridescent blue and green costumes. They wear floral headbands and are surrounded by hazy blue stage smoke. The central figure holds a small golden lyre. The detailed scale and feather-like textures of their skirts and the soft lighting create a luminous, ethereal interpretation of the mythological creatures. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. Two bare-chested male performers in glittering, flowing gold trousers and matching cummerbunds perform a traditional Irish step dance on individual square wooden platforms. Their pointed prosthetic ears suggest they are male fairies or elves. The dynamic lighting and simple, focused choreography highlight the fusion of athletic artistry and cultural dance in the circus ring. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-hooley-2021-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Gifford's Circus Hooley (2021) (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A central male performer dominates the foreground, dressed in an elaborate, horned costume of dark, glittering scales and sequins, typical of a faun or mythical beast. He wears theatrical makeup and addresses the audience with an open smile. He is flanked by other cast members in various fantasy costumes, all against a smoky, warm-toned backdrop, capturing the mischievous and theatrical energy of the circus. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hooley by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2021. Irish dancers performing in traditional dance costumes. Costume design by takis for the Irish-themed circus production, directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Colin Lang.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hooley, Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A close-up of a theatrical figure, likely the dove performer, with long blonde hair and a feather headpiece. He holds a hoop through which a white dove is gracefully flying, creating a moment of visual poetry. The performer wears a rich, embroidered costume and looks on with intense focus, illuminated by a warm pink spotlight. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hooely, Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A magical dove performance. A male performer in a ruffled shirt, ornate vest, and dark breeches stands centre stage, holding a tray overhead from which several white doves are taking flight. The background features draped curtains in warm earth tones and purple, creating a grand, theatrical frame for the captivating illusion act. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hooley, Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A thrilling, high-flying trapeze act in the centre ring. A performer in a stylized, dark, fairy-like costume is captured mid-toss, inverted high above the ring in a spread-eagle position. Below, the catcher and spotters, also in dark, fantasy costumes, look up intently, highlighting the athleticism and danger of the aerial routine under dramatic spotlights. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hooley, Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A male performer in a striking blue and green tunic, white ruffled sleeves, and pointed prosthetic ears stands against a dark, mystical forest backdrop. His expression is intense, suggesting a powerful, central character in the fairy court. His ornate, Celtic-inspired costume design blends theatrical fantasy with the show's Irish mythological theme. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hooley, Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A gentle, ethereal scene featuring a female performer in a pale pink, winged fairy costume. She reaches out to touch the snout of a large, dark horse adorned with a spiralled horn, transforming it into a unicorn. The warm lighting and soft costumes emphasize the magical connection between the performer and the equine star of the show. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hooley, Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (11)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A stunning dual aerial performance. One bare-chested male acrobat is suspended from a simple hoop, holding an impressive handstand on the chest of a second acrobat. The lower performer is performing a wide horizontal split, showcasing immense strength and balance. The lighting is focused and moody, highlighting the physical mastery required for the complex pose. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hooley, Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (12)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A vibrant portrayal of a traditional leprechaun figure standing in the sawdust ring. The performer wears an elaborate, tailored green velvet coat, waistcoat, and breeches, topped with a matching hat, and features a bright red theatrical beard. He holds a classic clay pipe and carries a black pot, embodying the mythological, mischievous spirit of the show's theme. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-irish-dancers-hooley-2021-13.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hooley, Gifford's Circus (2021) | Irish dancers (13)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hooley | Giffords Circus, 2021. A trio of costumed figures interacting in a vividly lit green forest set. Two performers wear rugged, dark, fantasy-inspired costumes with wings and armour, while the third, a leprechaun in a green suit, smiles as he presents a pot of gold. The sawdust floor and exposed brick set pieces are bathed in bright, otherworldly green light. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/il-segretto-di-susanna/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (12)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (11)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (08)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-il-segretto-di-susanna-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Il Segretto di Susanna (2019) (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Opera Holland Park, London June 2019  
Designer:  takis
Composer:  Ermano Wolf-Ferrari
Conductor:  John Andrews
Director:  John Wilkie
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/carpa/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-carpa-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Giffords Circus | Carpa! 2022 (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Andy Payne]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-carpa-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Giffords Circus | Carpa! 2022 (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[CARPA by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2022. Circus performance scene featuring costume design by takis. Directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Kate Smyth and lighting by Ian Scott.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Giffords Circus | Carpa! 2022 (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[CARPA by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2022. Performance moment from the touring production. Design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Kate Smyth.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-carpa-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Giffords Circus | Carpa! 2022 (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[CARPA by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2022. Circus performance featuring costume design by takis for the UK touring production. Direction by Cal McCrystal, lighting by Ian Scott.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-carpa-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Giffords Circus | Carpa! 2022 (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[CARPA by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2022. Production scene from Giffords Circus tour. Costume design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Kate Smyth.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/les-enfants-du-paradis/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-les-enfants-du-paradis-2023-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Les Enfants du Paradis (08) Gifford's Circus Tour 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Les Enfants du Paradis
Giffords Circus  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Rachel Louise Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-les-enfants-du-paradis-2023-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Les Enfants du Paradis (01) Gifford's Circus Tour 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Les Enfants du Paradis
Giffords Circus  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Rachel Louise Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-les-enfants-du-paradis-2023-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Les Enfants du Paradis (02) Gifford's Circus Tour 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Les Enfants du Paradis
Giffords Circus  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Rachel Louise Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-les-enfants-du-paradis-2023-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Les Enfants du Paradis (03) Gifford's Circus Tour 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Les Enfants du Paradis
Giffords Circus  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Rachel Louise Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-les-enfants-du-paradis-2023-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Les Enfants du Paradis (04) Gifford's Circus Tour 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Les Enfants du Paradis
Giffords Circus  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Rachel Louise Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-les-enfants-du-paradis-2023-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Les Enfants du Paradis (05) Gifford's Circus Tour 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Les Enfants du Paradis
Giffords Circus  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Rachel Louise Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-les-enfants-du-paradis-2023-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Les Enfants du Paradis (06) Gifford's Circus Tour 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Les Enfants du Paradis
Giffords Circus  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Rachel Louise Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-les-enfants-du-paradis-2023-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Les Enfants du Paradis (07) Gifford's Circus Tour 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Les Enfants du Paradis
Giffords Circus  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Rachel Louise Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-les-enfants-du-paradis-2023-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Les Enfants du Paradis (09) Gifford's Circus Tour 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Les Enfants du Paradis
Giffords Circus  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Rachel Louise Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/avalon/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-avalon-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - AVALON (01) Giffords Circus Tour. UK 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Photo credit:  Andrew Payne | Rachel Brown]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-avalon-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Avalon (01) Giffords Circus Tour, 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Avalon by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2024. Full cast ensemble scene with performers in colorful costumes including period dress, sequined outfits, and circus attire. Medieval-themed backdrop with stained glass window design. Design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-avalon-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Avalon (02) Giffords Circus Tour, 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Avalon by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2024. Circus performance scene showcasing takis' costume design. Directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Kate Smyth and lighting by Ian Scott.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-avalon-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Avalon (03) Giffords Circus Tour, 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Avalon by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2024. Performance scene from Giffords Circus production featuring costume design by takis, direction by Cal McCrystal, and choreography by Kate Smyth.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-avalon-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - AVALON (02) Giffords Circus Tour. UK 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Avalon by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2024. Circus performance scene featuring costume design by takis. Directed by Cal McCrystal with choreography by Kate Smyth and lighting design by Ian Scott.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-avalon-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - AVALON (03) Giffords Circus Tour. UK 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Avalon by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2024. Performance moment from the touring production. Costume design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal, lighting by Ian Scott.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-giffords-circus-avalon-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - AVALON (04) Giffords Circus Tour. UK 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Avalon by Giffords Circus, UK Tour 2024. Circus performance scene featuring costume design by takis for the UK touring production. Directed by Cal McCrystal with lighting by Ian Scott.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/laguna-bay/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Giffords Circus Tour (11) Laguna Bay 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (01) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (02) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (03) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (04) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (05) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (06) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (07) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (08) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (09) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (10) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-laguna-bay-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Laguna Bay (12) Giffords Circus Tour 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Choreographer:  Kate Smyth
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Sound:  James Marsh
Photo Credit:  Benedict Campbell | Still Moving Media | Nick Warner]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/arming-the-world/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-arming-the-world-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Designed by takis | Arming the World 2017 (01) Street Performance, London September 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Street Performance, London September 2017  
Designer:  takis
Writers:  Christine Bacon &amp; Ben Chessell
Director:  Sophie Austin
Sound Designer:  Eleanor Isherwood]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-arming-the-world-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Designed by takis | Arming the World 2017 (05) Street Performance, London September 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Street Performance, London September 2017  
Designer:  takis
Writers:  Christine Bacon &amp; Ben Chessell
Director:  Sophie Austin
Sound Designer:  Eleanor Isherwood]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-arming-the-world-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Designed by takis | Arming the World 2017 (04) Street Performance, London September 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Street Performance, London September 2017  
Designer:  takis
Writers:  Christine Bacon &amp; Ben Chessell
Director:  Sophie Austin
Sound Designer:  Eleanor Isherwood]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-arming-the-world-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Designed by takis | Arming the World 2017 (03) Street Performance, London September 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Street Performance, London September 2017  
Designer:  takis
Writers:  Christine Bacon &amp; Ben Chessell
Director:  Sophie Austin
Sound Designer:  Eleanor Isherwood]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-arming-the-world-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Designed by takis | Arming the World 2017 (02) Street Performance, London September 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Street Performance, London September 2017  
Designer:  takis
Writers:  Christine Bacon &amp; Ben Chessell
Director:  Sophie Austin
Sound Designer:  Eleanor Isherwood]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/side-show/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-side-show-2016-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Side Show 2016 (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Side Show, Southwark Playhouse Borough, London, October-December 2016. Musical theatre production about conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton. Design by takis creating circus aesthetic for the cult musical, directed by Hannah Chissick with choreography by Matthew Cole.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-west-side-story-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - West Side Story (04) Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021
Composer:  Leonard Bernstein
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Cårejånni Enderud
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Lighting:  Anders Busch
Choreographer:  Belinda Braza
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-west-side-story-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - West Side Story (03) Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021
Composer:  Leonard Bernstein
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Cårejånni Enderud
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Lighting:  Anders Busch
Choreographer:  Belinda Braza
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-west-side-story-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - West Side Story (05) Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021
Composer:  Leonard Bernstein
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Cårejånni Enderud
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Lighting:  Anders Busch
Choreographer:  Belinda Braza
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-side-show-2016-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Side Show 2016 (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Side Show, Southwark Playhouse Borough, London, October-December 2016. Musical theatre production about conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton. Design by takis creating circus aesthetic for the cult musical, directed by Hannah Chissick with choreography by Matthew Cole.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/ditch/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-ditch-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Ditch (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Old Vic Tunnels, London  
Designer:  takis
Writer:  Beth Steel
Director:  Richard Twyman
Photo credit:  Grace Vane Percy]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-ditch-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Ditch (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Ditch by Beth Steel, Old Vic Tunnels, London, 2010. Dystopian theatre production scene set in flooded Britain. Design by takis utilizing the atmospheric Victorian railway arches beneath Waterloo Station. Directed by Richard Twyman.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-ditch-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Ditch (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Ditch by Beth Steel, Old Vic Tunnels, London, 2010. Production scene from dystopian play about climate crisis. Set design by takis for the unique underground venue, directed by Richard Twyman.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-ditch-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Ditch (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Ditch by Beth Steel, Old Vic Tunnels, London, 2010. Theatre scene from environmental thriller. Design by takis creating immersive atmosphere in the Old Vic Tunnels, directed by Richard Twyman.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/his-teeth/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-his-teeth-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | His Teeth (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Only Connect, London  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Maggie Norris 
Video Design:  Mic Poole
Lighting:  Joshua Carr]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-his-teeth-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | His Teeth (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[His Teeth by Ben Musgrave, Only Connect Theatre, King's Cross, London, 2011. Theatre production scene from play about forced labor and modern slavery. Design by takis with video design by Mic Pool, directed by Maggie Norris.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-his-teeth-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | His Teeth (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[His Teeth, Only Connect Theatre, London, 2011. Production scene from Ben Musgrave's debut play. Set design by takis for Only Connect's creative arts charity venue, directed by Maggie Norris.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-his-teeth-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | His Teeth (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[His Teeth, Only Connect Theatre, London, 2011. Theatre scene featuring design by takis with video design by Mic Pool and lighting by Joshua Carr. Directed by Maggie Norris.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-his-teeth-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | His Teeth (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[His Teeth, Only Connect Theatre, London, 2011. Performance scene from production about Eric Adegeye's journey from Lagos to London. Design by takis, directed by Maggie Norris.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-hook/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (07) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook, Caesars Atlantic City  2023
Costume Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Set Designer:  Christine Jone and Brett J. Banakis]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (10) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook by Spiegelworld, Caesars Atlantic City, 2023. Performer in dramatic floor pose on spiked metallic apparatus. Textured black costume with mesh elements surrounded by radiating metal spikes. Blue and purple theatrical lighting. Costume and apparatus design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (09) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook by Spiegelworld, Caesars Atlantic City, 2023. Female aerialist on aerial hoop/lyra wearing turquoise and blue costume with feathered white skirt. Deep blue atmospheric lighting. Costume design by takis for aerial movement.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (08) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook by Spiegelworld, Caesars Atlantic City, 2023. Aerial duo performing on trapeze with matching black and white striped shorts. Purple and amber atmospheric lighting. Synchronized paired aerial performance. Costume design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (06) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook by Spiegelworld, Caesars Atlantic City, 2023. Female aerialist on aerial hoop wearing flowing pink and purple gradient skirt with embellished top. Dark atmospheric lighting with scattered stage lights visible. Costume design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (05) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook by Spiegelworld, Caesars Atlantic City, 2023. Female aerialist performing on trapeze in blue lighting. Costume features white feathered or textured skirt with fitted embellished top. Arms extended mid-aerial performance. Costume design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (04) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook by Spiegelworld, Caesars Atlantic City, 2023. Male performer seated on large aerial crescent apparatus wearing sparkly silver suit and vest. Theatrical lighting creating atmosphere. Costume design by takis for signature hook apparatus performance.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (03) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook by Spiegelworld, Caesars Atlantic City, 2023. Female aerialist on aerial hoop with flowing white and pink patterned fabric billowing around performer. Embellished costume in purple and blue atmospheric lighting. Costume design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (02) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook by Spiegelworld, Caesars Atlantic City, 2023. Performer in theatrical red lobster/crustacean character costume holding oversized prop. Full-body textured costume with antennae headpiece. Audience visible in background. Character costume design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hook-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Hook (01) Caesars Atlantic City 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hook by Spiegelworld, Caesars Atlantic City, 2023. Female aerialist suspended on aerial hoop in purple theatrical lighting wearing embellished two-piece costume. Arms extended gracefully mid-performance. Costume design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/atomic-saloon/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-atomic-saloon-2019-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer) | Atomic Saloon, 2019 (01) Spiegelworld, The Venetian - Las Vegas]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director  Cal McCrystal
Photo credit:  Erik Kabik]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-atomic-saloon-2019-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer) | Atomic Saloon, 2019 (07) Spiegelworld, The Venetian - Las Vegas]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Atomic Saloon Show, Spiegelworld, The Venetian Las Vegas, 2019-Present. Performance scene from Wild West themed variety show. Design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal for Spiegelworld's resident Las Vegas production.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-atomic-saloon-2019-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer) | Atomic Saloon, 2019 (06) Spiegelworld, The Venetian - Las Vegas]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Atomic Saloon Show, Spiegelworld, The Venetian Las Vegas, 2019-Present. Production scene from adult comedy variety show. Set and costume design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-atomic-saloon-2019-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer) | Atomic Saloon, 2019 (05) Spiegelworld, The Venetian - Las Vegas]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Atomic Saloon Show, Spiegelworld, The Venetian Las Vegas, 2019-Present. Performance moment from Wild West saloon themed show. Design by takis for Spiegelworld's Venetian residency.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-atomic-saloon-2019-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer) | Atomic Saloon, 2019 (04) Spiegelworld, The Venetian - Las Vegas]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Atomic Saloon Show, Spiegelworld, The Venetian Las Vegas, 2019-Present. Show scene featuring design by takis. Directed by Cal McCrystal for long-running Las Vegas production.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-atomic-saloon-2019-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer) | Atomic Saloon, 2019 (03) Spiegelworld, The Venetian - Las Vegas]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Atomic Saloon Show, Spiegelworld, The Venetian Las Vegas, 2019-Present. Production featuring Wild West saloon aesthetic. Set and costume design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-atomic-saloon-2019-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer) | Atomic Saloon, 2019 (02) Spiegelworld, The Venetian - Las Vegas]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Atomic Saloon Show, Spiegelworld, The Venetian Las Vegas, 2019-Present. Performance scene from variety show combining acrobatics and comedy. Design by takis for Spiegelworld production at The Venetian.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/dialogues-des-carmelites/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-dialogues-des-carmelites-2018-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Dialogues des Carmelites, 2018 (08) Guildhall School of Music &amp; Drama, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Francis Poulenc
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Dominic Wheeler
Director:  Martin Lloyd-Evans
Lighting Designer:  Robbie Butler
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-dialogues-des-carmelites-2018-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Dialogues des Carmelites, 2018 (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Francis Poulenc
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Dominic Wheeler
Director:  Martin Lloyd-Evans
Lighting Designer:  Robbie Butler
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-dialogues-des-carmelites-2018-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Dialogues des Carmelites, 2018 (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Francis Poulenc
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Dominic Wheeler
Director:  Martin Lloyd-Evans
Lighting Designer:  Robbie Butler
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-dialogues-des-carmelites-2018-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Dialogues des Carmelites, 2018 (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Francis Poulenc
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Dominic Wheeler
Director:  Martin Lloyd-Evans
Lighting Designer:  Robbie Butler
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-dialogues-des-carmelites-2018-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Dialogues des Carmelites, 2018 (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Francis Poulenc
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Dominic Wheeler
Director:  Martin Lloyd-Evans
Lighting Designer:  Robbie Butler
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-dialogues-des-carmelites-2018-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Dialogues des Carmelites, 2018 (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Francis Poulenc
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Dominic Wheeler
Director:  Martin Lloyd-Evans
Lighting Designer:  Robbie Butler
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-dialogues-des-carmelites-2018-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Dialogues des Carmelites, 2018 (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Francis Poulenc
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Dominic Wheeler
Director:  Martin Lloyd-Evans
Lighting Designer:  Robbie Butler
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-dialogues-des-carmelites-2018-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (scenography and costume design) - Dialogues des Carmélites by Poulenc. Guildhall School of Music and Drama, 2018 (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Francis Poulenc
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Dominic Wheeler
Director:  Martin Lloyd-Evans
Lighting Designer:  Robbie Butler
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-dialogues-des-carmelites-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis Performance Designer | Dialogues des Carmélites (01) Guildhall School of Music &amp; Drama, London 2018]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Francis Poulenc
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Dominic Wheeler
Director:  Martin Lloyd-Evans
Lighting Designer:  Robbie Butler
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/ottone/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (11)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (08)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-ottone-2014-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ottone (2014). English Touring Opera (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Designer:  takis
Director:  James Conway
Conductor:  Jonathan Peter Kenny
Lighting Designer:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-little-mermaid/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (11) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (12) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (10) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (09) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (08) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (07) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-006.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (06) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-005.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (05) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-004.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (04) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (01) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (02) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-2015-0.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015. Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-little-mermaid-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance Designed by takis | The Little Mermaid 2015 (01) Finnish National Ballet, Helsinki]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Tuomas Kantelinen
Designer:  takis Director:
Conductor:  Robert Reimer
Video Design:  Jouka Valkama
Costume Design:  Erika Turunen
Lighting Design:  Kalle Ropponen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/semele/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-semele-2018-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Semele 2018 (06) Royal Academy of Music, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Conductor:  Laurence Cummings
Director:  Olivia Fuchs
Lighting Design:  James Whiteside
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-semele-2018-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Semele 2018 (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Conductor:  Laurence Cummings
Director:  Olivia Fuchs
Lighting Design:  James Whiteside
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-semele-2018-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Semele 2018 (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Conductor:  Laurence Cummings
Director:  Olivia Fuchs
Lighting Design:  James Whiteside
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-semele-2018-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Semele 2018 (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Conductor:  Laurence Cummings
Director:  Olivia Fuchs
Lighting Design:  James Whiteside
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-semele-2018-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Semele 2018 (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Conductor:  Laurence Cummings
Director:  Olivia Fuchs
Lighting Design:  James Whiteside
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-semele-2018-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Semele 2018 (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Conductor:  Laurence Cummings
Director:  Olivia Fuchs
Lighting Design:  James Whiteside
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-semele-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Semele (01) Royal Academy of Music, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  George Frideric Handel
Conductor:  Laurence Cummings
Director:  Olivia Fuchs
Lighting Design:  James Whiteside
Photo credit:  Clive Barda]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-lky-musical/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-001.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (01) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Set and Video Designer:  takis
Music:  Dick Lee
Book:  Tony Petito
Lyrics:  Stephen Clark
Director:  Steven Dexter]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-13.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (13) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Musical theatre production about Lee Kuan Yew, founding Prime Minister of Singapore. Set and video design by takis with music by Dick Lee, book by Tony Petito, and lyrics by Stephen Clark.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (12) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Production scene from biographical musical. Set and video design by takis, directed by Steven Dexter with music by Dick Lee.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (11) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Performance featuring set and video projection design by takis. Musical about Lee Kuan Yew with book by Tony Petito and lyrics by Stephen Clark.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (10) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Musical theatre scene with set and video design by takis. Music by Dick Lee, directed by Steven Dexter.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (09) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Production moment from biographical musical featuring set and video design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (08) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Performance scene with projection and set design by takis. Musical about Singapore's founding Prime Minister with music by Dick Lee.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (07) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Theatre production featuring set and video design by takis, book by Tony Petito, and lyrics by Stephen Clark.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (06) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Musical scene with set and video design by takis. Directed by Steven Dexter with music by Dick Lee.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (05) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Production featuring set and video projection design by takis for biographical musical about Lee Kuan Yew.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (04) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Performance scene from Marina Bay Sands production. Set and video design by takis, music by Dick Lee.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (03) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Musical theatre production with set and video design by takis. Book by Tony Petito, lyrics by Stephen Clark.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-lky-musical-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (video &amp; set designer) - The LKY Musical (02) Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The LKY Musical, Marina Bay Sands Theatre, Singapore, 2022. Theatre scene featuring projection and set design by takis for biographical musical, directed by Steven Dexter.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/centrepoint/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (03) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-18.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (18) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-16.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (16) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-15.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (15)  50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-14.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (14) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (12) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (10) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (07) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (04) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (02) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-centrepoint-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer - Centrepoint 2019 (01) 50th Anniversary. Roundhouse, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Centrepoint 50th Anniversary, Roundhouse  
London  
Art Direction:  takis
Performers:  Duran Duran, Rita Ora
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/toyota-flow/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow 2017 (01) The Printworks, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow (10)  The Printworks, London 2017]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow 2017 (09) The Printworks, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow 2017 (08) The Printworks, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow 2017 (07) The Printworks, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow 2017 (06) The Printworks, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow 2017 (05) The Printworks, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow 2017 (04) The Printworks, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow 2017 (03) The Printworks, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-toyota-flow-2017-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN - Toyota Flow 2017 (02) The Printworks, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Toyota The World’s First Drive Through Immersive Theatre Experience  
Designer/Art Director:  takis
Creative directors:  The Department, Freuds
Video Design:  Dick Straker
Lighting:  Mark Howland
Photo credit:  Harry Richards]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/tonight-the-eighties/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-tonight-the-eighties-2018-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (designer) | Tonight: The Eighties (02). Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait (2018)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Jassim Al Qames
Video Design:  Dick Straker, takis
Lighting Design:  Nic Farman
Producer:  Reham Alsamerai]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-in-the-heights-2015-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (06)  Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A male performer is captured in a powerful solo pose, holding a can (likely a spray paint can) that emits a plume of blue smoke. He is dressed in red street clothes and a bandana mask. The minimal set features a fire hydrant and a rusty barrel, with stark blue and red light beams isolating the figure in a moment of stylized urban expression. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-in-the-heights-2015-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (05) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A visually arresting group dance scene with the ensemble captured mid-air or mid-step, conveying explosive energy. The stage is bathed in striking red and blue light beams that create geometric shadows on the floor. A character stands elevated on the second level of the bodega set, looking down on the chaotic, synchronized movement below. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (04) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A bustling scene set around the counter of the bodega. The male lead interacts with various ensemble members, who are posed in dynamic, street-dance inspired positions. The blue interior light of the store contrasts with the characters' vibrant clothing, emphasizing the bodega as the community's central, gathering point. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-in-the-heights-2015-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (03) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A high-energy dance sequence featuring the ensemble in motion under dramatic blue and purple lighting. The two central figures are mid-movement, reaching out with expressive faces. The multi-level bodega set looms in the background with warmly lit windows, suggesting the constant, active life of the neighbourhood is spilling out onto the streets. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-in-the-heights-2015-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (02) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A vibrant ensemble scene featuring a male performer in the centre, arms raised, celebrating with a small flag while dancing with a female partner. Other ensemble members are seated or dancing around the set, which features the brightly lit "DELI &amp; GROCERY" sign. The strong coloured lighting on the patterned floor highlights the block party atmosphere of the performance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-in-the-heights-2015-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis - In the Heights, 2015 (01) Kings Cross Theatre, London 2014]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the Heights | King's Cross Theatre, London, UK, 2015. A breathtaking shot of a male dancer executing a high-flying leap with dynamic energy. He is clad in red and dark street clothes with a bandana across his face. The background features the stylized, gritty bodega set with graffiti and a fire hydrant, all illuminated by dramatic spotlights and neon blues and reds on the geometrically patterned stage floor. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-tonight-the-eighties-2018-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (designer) | Tonight: The Eighties (07). Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait (2018)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tonight: The Eighties, Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait, 2018. Production celebrating 1980s music and culture. Design by takis with video design by Dick Straker and takis, directed by Jassim Al Qames.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-tonight-the-eighties-2018-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (designer) | Tonight: The Eighties (05). Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait (2018)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tonight: The Eighties, Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait, 2018. Performance scene from 1980s themed production. Design by takis with video design by Dick Straker and takis, lighting design by Peter Harrison.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-tonight-the-eighties-2018-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (designer) | Tonight: The Eighties (04). Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait (2018)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tonight: The Eighties, Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait, 2018. Show scene featuring design by takis for 1980s celebration. Directed by Jassim Al Qames with video design by Dick Straker and takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-tonight-the-eighties-2018-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (designer) | Tonight: The Eighties (03). Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait (2018)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tonight: The Eighties, Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait, 2018. Production moment from 1980s themed show. Design and video by takis with Dick Straker, directed by Jassim Al Qames.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-tonight-the-eighties-2018-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (designer) | Tonight: The Eighties (01). Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait (2018)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tonight: The Eighties, Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait, 2018. Performance featuring set and video design by takis for celebration of 1980s music and culture. Directed by Jassim Al Qames with lighting by Peter Harrison.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-tonight-the-eighties-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, Performance Designer | Tonight the Eighties (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, Kuwait  
Designer:  takis
Director:  Jassim Al Qames
Video Design:  Dick Straker, takis
Lighting Design:  Nic Farman
Producer:  Reham Alsamerai]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/flashdance/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-flashdance-2018-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer | Flashdance 2018 (01) Chateau Neuf, Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  Robbie Roth
Lyrics:  Robbie Roth &amp; Robert Cary
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Kirsty McDonald
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-flashdance-2018-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer | Flashdance 2018 (08) Chateau Neuf, Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  Robbie Roth
Lyrics:  Robbie Roth &amp; Robert Cary
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Kirsty McDonald
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-flashdance-2018-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer | Flashdance 2018 (07) Chateau Neuf, Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  Robbie Roth
Lyrics:  Robbie Roth &amp; Robert Cary
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Kirsty McDonald
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-flashdance-2018-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer | Flashdance 2018 (06) Chateau Neuf, Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  Robbie Roth
Lyrics:  Robbie Roth &amp; Robert Cary
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Kirsty McDonald
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-flashdance-2018-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer | Flashdance 2018 (05) Chateau Neuf, Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  Robbie Roth
Lyrics:  Robbie Roth &amp; Robert Cary
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Kirsty McDonald
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-flashdance-2018-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer | Flashdance 2018 (04) Chateau Neuf, Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  Robbie Roth
Lyrics:  Robbie Roth &amp; Robert Cary
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Kirsty McDonald
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-flashdance-2018-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer | Flashdance 2018 (03) Chateau Neuf, Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  Robbie Roth
Lyrics:  Robbie Roth &amp; Robert Cary
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Kirsty McDonald
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-flashdance-2018-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis, performance designer | Flashdance 2018 (02) Chateau Neuf, Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Composer:  Robbie Roth
Lyrics:  Robbie Roth &amp; Robert Cary
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Kirsty McDonald
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/aint-misbehaving/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (08)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-aint-misbehavin-2019-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis | Ain't Misbehavin' (2019). Southwark Playhouse. Mercury Theatre (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Music:  Fats Waller
Book:  Murray Horwitz &amp; Richard Maltby Jr.
Director:  Tyrone Huntley
Choreographer:  Oti Mabuse
Photo credit:  Pamela Raith]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/la-boheme/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-boheme-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Boheme (01) Minnesota Opera  Spring 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Minnesota Opera, Spring 2024  
Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Trevor Bowen
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Christopher Franklin
Lighting:  D.M. Wood
Photo Credit:  Cory Weaver]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-boheme-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Boheme (01) Minnesota Opera  Spring 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Minnesota Opera, Spring 2024  
Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Trevor Bowen
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Christopher Franklin
Lighting:  D.M. Wood
Photo Credit:  Cory Weaver]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-boheme-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Boheme (02) Minnesota Opera  Spring 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Minnesota Opera, Spring 2024  
Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Trevor Bowen
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Christopher Franklin
Lighting:  D.M. Wood
Photo Credit:  Cory Weaver]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-la-boheme-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - La Boheme (02) Minnesota Opera  Spring 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Minnesota Opera, Spring 2024  
Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Trevor Bowen
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Christopher Franklin
Lighting:  D.M. Wood
Photo Credit:  Cory Weaver]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/don-quichotte/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, National Opera House, Ireland, 2019. Jules Massenet's opera featuring set and costume design by takis. Conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Opera production scene from Massenet's work. Set and costume design by takis, conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Performance from Massenet's opera featuring set and costume design by takis. Direction by Rodula Gaitanou with musical direction by Timothy Myers.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Opera scene with set and costume design by takis for Massenet's Don Quichotte. Conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Production featuring design by takis for Jules Massenet's opera. Directed by Rodula Gaitanou with conductor Timothy Myers.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Performance scene from Massenet opera with set and costume design by takis. Conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (08)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Opera production moment featuring design by takis. Direction by Rodula Gaitanou, musical direction by Timothy Myers.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Scene from Massenet's opera with set and costume design by takis. Conducted by Timothy Myers at National Opera House, Ireland.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Performance featuring set and costume design by takis for Massenet opera. Directed by Rodula Gaitanou with Timothy Myers conducting.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Opera scene with design by takis for Jules Massenet's Don Quichotte. Direction by Rodula Gaitanou, conducted by Timothy Myers.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (11)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Production featuring set and costume design by takis. Massenet's opera conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (12)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Performance scene from opera with set and costume design by takis. Directed by Rodula Gaitanou at National Opera House, Ireland.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-13.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (13)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Opera production featuring design by takis for Massenet's work. Conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-14.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (14)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Final scene from Massenet opera with set and costume design by takis. Direction by Rodula Gaitanou, musical direction by Timothy Myers.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/iolanta/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Performance Designer) | Iolanta (01) Opera Holland Park, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A wide stage shot showcasing the full, dark backdrop of the old stone Opera Holland Park building contrasted with the modern set pieces. The ensemble of female attendants in gray dresses stands clustered around the central white-gowned figure. Two male figures in modern suits stand on the left, observing, while strings of decorative fairy lights hang from the ceiling, representing the 'flowers' of the garden. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Performance Designer) | Iolanta (01) Opera Holland Park, London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A wide stage shot showcasing the full, dark backdrop of the old stone Opera Holland Park building contrasted with the modern set pieces. The ensemble of female attendants in gray dresses stands clustered around the central white-gowned figure. Two male figures in modern suits stand on the left, observing, while strings of decorative fairy lights hang from the ceiling, representing the 'flowers' of the garden. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-16.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (16)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A tender, intimate moment featuring four characters. Two men in period vests and shirts stand on the left. On the right, a man in a vest gently embraces and smiles at a female attendant in a gray dress, with other attendants smiling in the background. This brief moment of human connection and warmth contrasts sharply with the austere environment and the plot's serious themes. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A large ensemble moment featuring the princess (centre, in white) singing, surrounded by her attendants (in gray dresses). The attendants are actively applauding or gesturing upwards, expressing relief or joy. The scene takes place in the sterile plastic enclosure, but the raised hands and central singer's expression suggest the turning point of the opera. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A minimalist scene focusing on isolation. A male figure in a dark suit stands on the left, looking toward the princess (in white), who is standing next to a stark white chair on the right. Both figures are separated by space and two prominent strings of fairy lights that appear to fall from the ceiling, emphasizing their distance before their paths intertwine. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. Two male characters in dark suits and fedoras are isolated on the black stage floor. They are surrounded by an intricate, geometric arrangement of intersecting neon light tubes, which create abstract, glowing triangles and pyramids. Clustered strings of hanging fairy lights provide the only other illumination, emphasizing the isolation and the maze-like quality of the princess's walled world. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. Two male characters in different styles of dark period clothing (one in a vest and the other in a button-down shirt and cap) stand opposite each other on the stage floor. They are visually separated by two long, glowing white neon tubes angled dramatically across the scene, creating a tension and defining the abstract, sterile environment of the princess's isolated chamber. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A close-up of two female attendants in their simple, long-sleeved gray dresses with white scarves. They stand with arms crossed, exhibiting expressions of worry or resignation. The two diagonal neon light tubes create stark white lines behind them, underscoring their severe, institutionalized life and the restrictive environment of the princess's world. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (07)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A dramatic two-person scene featuring two male characters dressed in period attire. One wears a smart gray suit and fedora, looking solemn. The other, wearing a worker's cap and a coarse jacket, is aiming a gun toward the right, away from the first man. The scene is framed by stark, angular neon light tubes, creating a tense, modernistic feel against the dark background. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (08)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A striking, symbolic tableau. The princess, Iolanta, stands in a simple white gown in the foreground, facing a row of female attendants behind a sterile, rectangular structure made of plastic sheeting and neon tubing. The attendants, wearing austere gray 1940s-style dresses, have their mouths visibly bound by white scarves or fabric, symbolizing the "gag order" preventing anyone from telling the blind princess the truth. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A male performer in a well-fitting gray suit and a hat stands alone, looking upward at two cascading strings of fairy lights. He is surrounded by the dark stage and the angular, geometric structure of the set. The focus is on his sense of wonder or introspection as he encounters the princess's isolated and artificial world. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A highly symbolic image where the princess, Iolanta, stands in front of a row of female attendants whose backs are to the audience, each with their mouths bound. Iolanta holds a string of the decorative fairy lights. The dark staging, the rigid line of the bound women, and the contrast with Iolanta's gentle gesture emphasize the heavy silence and the conspiracy of the court to hide the truth of her blindness. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (11)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A chaotic, dynamic scene involving several male performers in suits and hats attempting to navigate or rearrange the intersecting neon light tubes. The men are pushing and manoeuvring the light structures, suggesting a moment of physical struggle, exploration, or the breaking down of the metaphorical barriers that surround Iolanta's world. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (12)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A powerful wide shot showcasing the large female ensemble in their austere gray dresses, standing behind the curtained enclosure. Two male figures in suits stand to the left. The scene is dominated by the geometric set structure and the cascading string lights. The overall dark setting and the formal, grouped arrangement of the chorus emphasize the controlled, secretive environment surrounding the princess. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-13.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (13)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A dramatic close-up of a male performer in a cap and rough jacket, holding a rifle across his body with an intense, concerned expression. He stands framed by the bright, angular neon set pieces. His working-class attire and the presence of the weapon juxtapose sharply with the geometric abstract set, adding an element of immediate tension or danger to the scene. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-14.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (14)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Iolanta | Opera Holland Park, London, UK, 2019. A close-up of five female attendants standing rigidly behind the clear plastic curtains, all with white cloth gags tightly wrapped around their mouths. They wear simple, pleated gray 1940s-style dresses. Their severe, uniform appearance and the visual barrier of the curtain powerfully underscore the theme of enforced silence, obedience, and the emotional suppression within the princess's isolated world. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-15.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (Designer) | Iolanta (2019). Opera Holland Park (15)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Sian Edwards
Director:  Olivia Fuchs
Lighting Designer:  Mark Jonathan
Photo credit:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-17.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Optimist, 2019. Oslo (17)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Music:  Jahn Teigen
Libretto:  Øystein Wiik
Designer:  takis
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Simen Gloppen
Lighting Design:  Anders Busch
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/optimist/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-optimist-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Performance Designer | Optimist (01) Oslo 2019]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Music:  Jahn Teigen
Libretto:  Øystein Wiik
Designer:  takis
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Simen Gloppen
Lighting Design:  Anders Busch
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-iolanta-2019-17.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Optimist, 2019. Oslo (17)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Music:  Jahn Teigen
Libretto:  Øystein Wiik
Designer:  takis
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Simen Gloppen
Lighting Design:  Anders Busch
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-optimist-2019-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Optimist (2019) | (01) Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Music:  Jahn Teigen
Libretto:  Øystein Wiik
Designer:  takis
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Simen Gloppen
Lighting Design:  Anders Busch
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-optimist-2019-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Optimist (2019) | (02) Oslo]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Music:  Jahn Teigen
Libretto:  Øystein Wiik
Designer:  takis
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Simen Gloppen
Lighting Design:  Anders Busch
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-optimist-2019-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis DESIGN | Optimist (2019) | (03) Olso]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Music:  Jahn Teigen
Libretto:  Øystein Wiik
Designer:  takis
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Choreographer:  Simen Gloppen
Lighting Design:  Anders Busch
Photo credit:  Tovita Razzi]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/phaedra/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-phaedra-2019-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance Design by takis | Phaedra (2019). Royal Opera House (12)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Hans Werner Henze
Libretto:  Christian Lehnert
Director:  Noa Naamat
Designer:  takis
Lighting Design:  Lee Curran
Photo credit:  Bill Cooper Cory Weaver]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-phaedra-2019-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance Design by takis | Phaedra (2019). Royal Opera House (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Phaedra | Royal Opera House, London, UK, 2019. An intense, fiery scene on a circular platform. A central male figure in an orange outfit is dramatically positioned in front of a rotating metal rig adorned with speakers or containers. Flames and smoke burst from the stage sides, creating a hellish atmosphere. A female figure in a red slip dress watches from an elevated platform behind, suspended by heavy chains, emphasizing distance and danger. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-phaedra-2019-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance Design by takis | Phaedra (2019). Royal Opera House (11)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Phaedra | Royal Opera House, London, UK, 2019. A close-up of a female performer in a red dress, leaning forward intensely with an expressive, almost manic grimace. Her severe black bob and dark makeup emphasize her distress or rage. She is framed by vertical hanging chains and the vertical white curtain backdrop, with large, dramatic shadows cast behind her, highlighting a moment of psychological breaking point. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-phaedra-2019-13.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance Design by takis | Phaedra (2019). Royal Opera House (13)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Phaedra | Royal Opera House, London, UK, 2019. A dramatic confrontation between two characters in contrasting costumes, set against a background of blue vertical curtains. The female figure in the flowing, vibrant blue dress is seated on the floor, gesturing widely with an expression of fear or despair. Looming over her is an imposing male figure in dark, horned, metal-plated armor, suggesting a moment of violence or overwhelming mythological force. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-phaedra-2019-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance Design by takis | Phaedra (2019). The Linbury Theatre ROH Covent Garden (05)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Phaedra | Royal Opera House, London, UK, 2019. A highly symbolic, dramatic composition under cool blue-white light. A figure in a large, armored costume with prominent horns (likely representing the Minotaur or a mythical beast) stands elevated on the top platform. Below, a second figure in an orange jumpsuit is crouched and huddled in a small spotlight on the circular stage, creating a striking visual contrast between victim and imposing mythological power. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-phaedra-2019-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance Design by takis | Phaedra (2019). The Linbury Theatre ROH Covent Garden (06)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Phaedra | Royal Opera House, London, UK, 2019. A wide stage shot featuring a dramatic, minimalist set bathed in golden-orange light. A single performer in an orange jumpsuit stands spotlighted on a circular platform, centered between two curved staircases that ascend to a raised landing. The backdrop is made of vertical, shimmering strings or curtains. The geometry and focused lighting create a sense of isolation and high theatrical drama. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/un-ballo-in-maschera/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-un-ballo-in-maschera-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer) | Un Ballo in Maschera (2019) Opera Holland Park (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giuseppe Verdi
Opera Holland Park  London June 2019
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Matthew Kofi Waldren
Movement Director:  Steve Elias
Lighting Designer:  Simon Corder
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-un-ballo-in-maschera-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance Design by takis | Un Ballo in Maschera 2019 | (05) Opera Holland Park. London]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giuseppe Verdi
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Matthew Kofi Waldren
Movement Director:  Steve Elias
Lighting Designer:  Simon Corder
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-un-ballo-in-maschera-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer) | Un Ballo in Maschera (2019) Opera Holland Park (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giuseppe Verdi
Opera Holland Park  London June 2019
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Matthew Kofi Waldren
Movement Director:  Steve Elias
Lighting Designer:  Simon Corder
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-un-ballo-in-maschera-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (performance designer), Un Ballo in Maschera (01) Opera Holland Park  London June 2019]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giuseppe Verdi
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Designer:  takis
Conductor:  Matthew Kofi Waldren
Movement Director:  Steve Elias
Lighting Designer:  Simon Corder
Photography:  Robert Workman]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-cat-and-the-canary/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-cat-canary-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Cat and the Canary 2020 (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Written by:  John Willard
Bill Kenwright UK Tour:  January - August 2020
Adaptation:  Carl Grose
Direction:  Roy Marsde
Design:  takis
Lighting:  Chris Davey
Photo credit:  Paul Coltas]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-cat-canary-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Cat and the Canary 2020 (10)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Written by:  John Willard
Bill Kenwright UK Tour:  January - August 2020
Adaptation:  Carl Grose
Direction:  Roy Marsde
Design:  takis
Lighting:  Chris Davey
Photo credit:  Paul Coltas]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-cat-canary-01.jpeg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | The Cat and the Canary 2020 (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Written by:  John Willard
Bill Kenwright UK Tour:  January - August 2020
Adaptation:  Carl Grose
Direction:  Roy Marsde
Design:  takis
Lighting:  Chris Davey
Photo credit:  Paul Coltas]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-scousetrap/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/01.-20220923_140320300_iOS-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Scousetrap (03) The Royal Court - Liverpool 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Lighting:  Ian Scott
Writers:  Cal McCrystal and Kevin Fearon]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-scousetrap-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Scousetrap (01) The Royal Court - Liverpool, UK 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Scousetrap, Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool, 2022. Production scene from Liverpool take on Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap. Design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal, written by Cal McCrystal and Kevin Fearon.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-scousetrap-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Scousetrap, model (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Scousetrap, Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool, 2022. Set design model by takis for the wartime hotel mystery production. Directed by Cal McCrystal for Royal Court Theatre's 2022 season.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/02.-20220923_141337000_iOS-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The Scousetrap (04) The Royal Court - Liverpool 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Scousetrap, Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool, 2022. Production scene from murder mystery comedy set in 1941 Liverpool. Design by takis, directed by Cal McCrystal with lighting by Ian Scott.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/west-side-story/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-west-side-story-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - West Side Story (01) Chateau Neuf, Oslo 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021
Composer:  Leonard Bernstein
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Cårejånni Enderud
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Lighting:  Anders Busch
Choreographer:  Belinda Braza
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-west-side-story-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - West Side Story (05) Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021
Composer:  Leonard Bernstein
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Cårejånni Enderud
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Lighting:  Anders Busch
Choreographer:  Belinda Braza
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-west-side-story-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - West Side Story (04) Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021
Composer:  Leonard Bernstein
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Cårejånni Enderud
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Lighting:  Anders Busch
Choreographer:  Belinda Braza
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-west-side-story-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - West Side Story (03) Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021
Composer:  Leonard Bernstein
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Cårejånni Enderud
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Lighting:  Anders Busch
Choreographer:  Belinda Braza
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-west-side-story-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - West Side Story (02) Chateau Neuf, Oslo 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021
Composer:  Leonard Bernstein
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Cårejånni Enderud
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Lighting:  Anders Busch
Choreographer:  Belinda Braza
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/652a8248-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - West Side Story (05) Chateau Neuf, Oslo 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Chateau Neuf, Oslo  2021
Composer:  Leonard Bernstein
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Cårejånni Enderud
Director:  Mattias Carlsson
Lighting:  Anders Busch
Choreographer:  Belinda Braza
Photo credit:]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/le-comte-ory/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-comte-ory-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (01) Garsington Opera. Summer 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Garsington Opera. Summer 2021
Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-comte-ory-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (12) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-comte-ory-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (11) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-comte-ory-13.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (13) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (10) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (09) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (05) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-comte-ory-15.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (15) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (08) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (07) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (06) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (04) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (03) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (02) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-le-comte-ory-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (01) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-comte-ory-14.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Comte Ory (14) Garsington Opera. Summer, 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Gioachino Rossini
Designer:  takis
Director:  Cal McCrystal
Conductor:  Valentina Peleggi
Lighting Designer:  Jake Wiltshire
Choreographer:  Tim Claydon
Photo credit:  Andrew Rees and Julian Guidera]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/jane-eyre/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (10) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A purely architectural shot of the skeletal, multi-level wooden set. The entire stage is dark except for horizontal orange light strips marking the stairs and platforms, and angled white light stripes projected onto the background. The geometric framework and the dramatic use of light and shadow create an oppressive, abstract representation of the restrictive and mysterious atmosphere of Thornfield Hall. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (12)  Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. This image captures a busy, complex scene utilising the multi-tiered set. In the lower level, a domestic gathering is taking place around a dining table with richly dressed characters. On the upper level, a woman in a dramatic red gown stands prominently, isolated in her own space. This composition visually represents the public life of Thornfield in the foreground, with the hidden, passionate secret (Bertha Mason) dramatically contained above. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (11) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A powerful and minimalist scene showing the central wedding trio. Jane Eyre stands on the left in a magnificent white, long-sleeved wedding gown. Mr. Rochester stands opposite her in a black formal suit. Between them is a third figure, likely the clergyman or a witness, in a simple white robe. The actors are isolated on the sparse stage under stark blue and white spotlights, emphasising the moment of the near-marriage and its interruption. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-13.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (13) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A highly dramatic focus on the figure of Bertha Mason. She stands on a staircase platform within the wooden structure, illuminated by red and blue light. She is wearing a striking red dress that contrasts with the white veil draped over her head, suggesting her tragic role as the "madwoman" and the truth behind the interrupted wedding. Her posture, leaning forward and down, conveys urgency or distress as she is confined yet visible. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (09) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A highly symbolic moment where a woman (Jane Eyre) stands on a raised wooden platform, looking down at another woman lying on a lower level in a red dress. The minimalist, bare wooden structure of the set frames the two figures in isolation. This perspective and the use of the red dress again strongly convey Jane's confrontation with the hidden, passionate, and confined truth of Bertha Mason. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (08) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. Three characters stand in the foreground against the backdrop of the angular wooden set. A man in a patterned gray coat stands facing a woman (Jane Eyre) who wears a simple, floor-length gray dress with a fitted bodice and pleated skirt. An older woman in a darker, formal gown and white cap stands to the right, observing. The costumes and formal staging suggest a moment of professional or social confrontation. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (07) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A visually arresting scene defined by strong blue light and dramatic figures. A woman in a gray dress (Jane Eyre) stands on the left, looking at an older woman who gestures dramatically on the right. Lying prone on the bright blue stage floor between them is a third woman in a striking red dress, suggesting the presence of the madwoman in the attic, Bertha Mason, as a dark, violent secret. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (06) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A domestic, yet tense, scene where two male characters and a woman with an elaborate white wig are seated around a small table, likely representing the haughty guests at Thornfield. Jane Eyre stands modestly to the left in a pale blue dress, while another woman stands on the stairs behind. The contrast between the richly dressed, seated trio and the observant, plainly dressed female figures emphasizes the social divide. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (05) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A tense, high-stakes scene. A man in a dark overcoat and top hat stands holding a riding crop, looking down at a figure kneeling before him with their head bowed into a dark cloth. Another man in simple clothes is crouched low on the left. The angular blue-striped background and the central figure's dominant posture suggest a moment of power, intimidation, or a painful confession. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (04) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A striking scene under cool blue lighting features three male figures in dark period attire, including one wearing a top hat. A female figure (likely Jane Eyre) in a simple dress and white apron stands elevated on a stool, looking down. Two other women in similar modest dresses stand framed in the transparent, skeletal window-like set structure behind them, emphasising the social hierarchy and constrained environment. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (03) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A powerful composition with a female character standing prominently center stage in a rich, deeply saturated purple dress with dramatic puff sleeves. Behind her, a multi-tiered wooden set structure features three other women: one in a modest dress, another in a bright red gown, and a third sitting on a higher level, suggesting multiple identities or psychological aspects of Jane, possibly within the confines of Thornfield Hall. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-jane-eyre-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Jane Eyre (02) Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Autumn 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jane Eyre | Tampere Theatre, Tampere, Finland, Autumn 2021. A vivid, celebratory scene between two women under bright blue stage lights. Two female characters, one in a purple-pink gown and the other in a bright red gown, hold hands and lean backward in an expression of joy and movement. An open book lies prominently on the stage floor in the foreground, suggesting a release of energy or a moment of powerful, emotional connection sparked by literature or shared experience. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/total-karita/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-total-karita-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Total Karita (01) Ooppera Baletti, Helsinki, March 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Costumes:  Erika Turunen
Conductor:  Dalia Stasevska
Lighting:  Mikko Linnavuori
Choreography:  Antton Laine
Photo credit:  Heikki Tuuli]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-total-karita-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Total Karita (02) Ooppera Baletti, Helsinki, March 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Costumes:  Erika Turunen
Conductor:  Dalia Stasevska
Lighting:  Mikko Linnavuori
Choreography:  Antton Laine
Photo credit:  Heikki Tuuli]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-total-karita-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Total Karita (03) Ooppera Baletti, Helsinki, March 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Costumes:  Erika Turunen
Conductor:  Dalia Stasevska
Lighting:  Mikko Linnavuori
Choreography:  Antton Laine
Photo credit:  Heikki Tuuli]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-total-karita-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Total Karita (04) Ooppera Baletti, Helsinki, March 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Costumes:  Erika Turunen
Conductor:  Dalia Stasevska
Lighting:  Mikko Linnavuori
Choreography:  Antton Laine
Photo credit:  Heikki Tuuli]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/die-lustigen-weiber/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-13_SOS_403424-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (09) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Otto Nicolai
Designer:  takis
Director:  Noah Naamat
Musical Direction:  Johannes Pell
Photo credit:  Pawel Sosnowski]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_413030-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (01) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor (The Merry Wives of Windsor), Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Opera scene from Otto Nicolai's comic opera. Design by takis, directed by Noa Naamat with musical direction by Johannes Pell.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_412854-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (02) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Production scene featuring set and costume design by takis. Directed by Noa Naamat with musical direction by Johannes Pell.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_413238-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (03) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Opera performance scene from Nicolai's comic opera. Design by takis with direction by Noa Naamat.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_412892-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (04) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Performance scene from Dresden production. Set and costume design by takis, directed by Noa Naamat.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_414108-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (05) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Opera scene featuring design by takis for the Staatsoperette Dresden production, directed by Noa Naamat.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_414159-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (06) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Production moment from Otto Nicolai's opera. Design by takis with musical direction by Johannes Pell.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_414015-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (07) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Performance scene from comic opera production. Set and costume design by takis, direction by Noa Naamat.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_412089-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (08) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Opera production scene featuring design work by takis for Staatsoperette Dresden.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-13_SOS_403398-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (10) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Production scene from Nicolai's opera. Design by takis, directed by Noa Naamat with lighting and musical direction.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_411810-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (11) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Performance moment from the Dresden production. Set and costume design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2022-10-21_SOS_413242-scaled-1.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Die Lustigen Weiber (12) Staatsoperette, Dresden 2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Die Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Staatsoperette Dresden, 2022. Opera scene from Otto Nicolai's The Merry Wives of Windsor. Design by takis, directed by Noa Naamat.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/margot-la-rouge-le-villi/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Opera production scene from Massenet's work. Set and costume design by takis, conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (02)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Opera production scene from Massenet's work. Set and costume design by takis, conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (01)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, National Opera House, Ireland, 2019. Jules Massenet's opera featuring set and costume design by takis. Conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (03)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Performance from Massenet's opera featuring set and costume design by takis. Direction by Rodula Gaitanou with musical direction by Timothy Myers.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-quichotte-2019-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis (set and costume designer): Don Quichotte | Wexford Festival Opera National Opera 2019 | (04)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Don Quichotte, Wexford Festival Opera, 2019. Opera scene with set and costume design by takis for Massenet's Don Quichotte. Conducted by Timothy Myers, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/madama-butterfly/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (06) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (01) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (02) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (03) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (04) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (05) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (07) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (08) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (09) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-madama-butterfly-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Madama Butterfly (10) Teatro Grande, Italy | Rahvusooper, Estonia 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Giacomo Puccini
Deisgner:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Riccardo Frizza
Lighting:  Fiammetta Baldiserri
Photo credit:  Siim Vahur]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/rematch-rumble/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-02.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rumble in the Jungle Rematch (02) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-07.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rumble in the Jungle Rematch (07) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-05.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rumble in the Jungle Rematch (05) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-04.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rumble in the Jungle Rematch (04) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-06.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rumble in the Jungle Rematch (06) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-03.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rumble in the Jungle Rematch (03) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-09.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rumble in the Jungle Rematch (09) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-08.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rumble in the Jungle Rematch (08)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-jungle-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rematch Rumble in the Jungle (10) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Rematch Rumble
Rumble in the Jungle Rematch, London  2023
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-jungle-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rematch Rumble in the Jungle (11) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Rematch Rumble
Rumble in the Jungle Rematch, London  2023
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-jungle-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rematch Rumble in the Jungle (12)  London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Rematch Rumble
Rumble in the Jungle Rematch, London  2023
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-jungle-13.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rematch Rumble in the Jungle (13) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Rematch Rumble
Rumble in the Jungle Rematch, London  2023
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-jungle-14.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rematch Rumble in the Jungle (14) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Rematch Rumble
Rumble in the Jungle Rematch, London  2023
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-jungle-15.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rematch Rumble in the Jungle (15) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Rematch Rumble
Rumble in the Jungle Rematch, London  2023
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-rematch-rumble-jungle-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Rematch Rumble in the Jungle (01) London 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Rematch Rumble
Rumble in the Jungle Rematch, London  2023
Set Designer:  takis
Costume Designer:  Jessica Cabassa
Director:  Miguel Hernando Torres Umba
Lighting:  Matt Daw
Writer:  Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
Original Music:  Femi Temowo
Photo Credit:  Craig Sugden]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/le-roi-arthus/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (11) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A wide, fiery stage shot dominated by a central figure standing on the circular set piece. Flames erupt dramatically from either side of the raised, ring-like structure, enveloping the performer in smoke and light. The large ensemble cast stands in a dark semicircle, witnessing the intense scene. The background is a mix of wood-textured walls and hanging vertical screens, all bathed in warm, infernal orange light. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (01) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A highly stylized, intimate moment between a man and a woman. They stand close, embracing, within the center of a circular, industrial-looking stage structure. The woman wears a sweeping red gown and holds a golden cup or vessel, while the man wears a dark, long coat. The warm light comes from beneath an overhead circular grate, creating a focused, dramatic spotlight for this secretive or passionate encounter. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-15.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (15) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A dramatic portrait of a male character (likely Lancelot or Mordred) kneeling in a powerful emotional pose. He wears a dark, studded, chainmail-like coat and is bathed in a dark, cool light, with his face turned upward in an expression of anguish or ecstasy, possibly singing a high note. The minimal, rocky stage setting emphasises the character isolation and raw emotion. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-16.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (16) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A visually arresting, wide-stage view of a dense, stylised forest. The entire background is covered in a deep blue projection of enormous tree canopies and cascading lines of light. The circular stage is central, illuminated by crisscrossing neon-green laser-like lines that project a mystical, magical grid onto the floor, reinforcing the mythical, Arthurian setting, likely for the character Merlin. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-17.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (17) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A tense, multi-level intimate scene focusing on three characters. On the upper platform, a man in dark armour is being caressed on the face by a woman with long red hair, suggesting a moment of illicit passion or comfort. Below them, a third figure (possibly Lancelot or Mordred) in similar armour lies on the lower level, reaching up with a staff, implying they are either listening in or poised to interrupt the private exchange. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (02) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A profoundly somber scene under dark, cool lighting. A central elderly man, likely King Arthur, with a long white beard and a studded tunic, leans over a fallen figure on the floor. He is surrounded by a group of warriors in dark, medieval-inspired, chainmail-like costumes. The grave expressions and dim lighting evoke a powerful moment of tragedy and mourning after a conflict. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (03) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. An intense two-person scene bathed in dark, moody lighting. A woman with extraordinarily long, vibrant red hair and a flowing sheer red gown stands dramatically to the left, looking on with concern or fear. A man in a dark, studded costume is leaning forward, perhaps wounded or distressed, with blood or dirt visible on his face. The contrast between the woman striking red and the dark setting creates a powerful visual focus on their emotional interaction. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (04) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A fierce warrior ensemble captured mid-shout. A group of male performers in rugged, dark blue-grey long coats and chainmail-like garments stand aggressively, clutching long spears. Each warrior wears striking red war paint across the bridge of their nose and eyes. The low, dark lighting emphasises their intense, open-mouthed expressions and intimidating, barbaric appearance. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (05) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A dark and menacing group portrait of armoured warriors. Several men in distressed, heavy blue-grey long coats over chainmail are posed aggressively, holding long spears or pikes. Each character is marked with the distinctive red war paint across their eyes. The low-key lighting and dark aesthetic amplify their imposing and unified presence, suggesting a disciplined but brutal army. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (06) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A dramatic close-up showing an intense confrontation between two male characters. One man, wearing a small crown and a rich, textured blue jacket, kneels and looks upward with a distressed expression. An older, bearded figure in a metallic silver coat leans in, grasping the kneeling man face. The strong contrast between the silver and blue costumes emphasizes the power dynamic in this personal and emotional scene. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (07) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A dramatic, high-contrast composition emphasising isolation. A single male figure stands spotlighted in bright blue on a small platform high above the main stage. The large, circular metal stage structure below, possibly representing the Round Table, is empty but for an orange glow. The surrounding stage is nearly pitch black, except for the dimly lit chorus line, highlighting the loneliness and elevated status of the central character. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (12) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A powerful tableau showing the main characters surrounded by a warring ensemble. King Arthur, in a long white robe, and Guenièvre, in red, stand on the circular stage platform. They are flanked by a large chorus of warriors in dark armor, many holding bright red flags or banners, signifying a momentous confrontation or declaration amid conflict. The lighting is a blend of cool blue and warm orange/brown. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (10) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A visually stunning wide shot of a romantic moment within a mythical forest setting. The two main characters are embracing on the circular stage platform. The entire stage is dominated by a deep blue and green lighting scheme, with the backdrop displaying large, imposing, textured tree silhouettes. This lighting and setting create a fantastical, moody forest ambiance, suggesting a pivotal, private scene. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (09) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A wide stage shot of an intense ensemble battle scene. A large group of performers, all in dark warrior costumes, clash on and around a multi-level, circular metal stage structure. The background is dominated by a sheer, rust-coloured curtain or textured wall. The staging utilises the different levels of the set for the fighting, suggesting a climactic conflict centered around the round stage element. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-le-roi-arthus-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Le Roi Arthus (08) Tiroler Festspiele, Erl  2022]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Le Roi Arthus | Tiroler Festspiele Erl, Erl, Austria, 2022. A striking wide-stage composition contrasting a lone figure with a massive backdrop. A central character in a simple, vibrant blue garment stands alone on the circular platform. They are surrounded by the dark, shadowy ensemble cast. The set features a dense, dark background texture resembling a forest, washed in cool blues and greens, creating an isolated and mythical atmosphere. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/don-giovanni/</loc>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-14.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (14) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-2020-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (04) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-2020-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (03) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-2020-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (02) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-2020-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (01) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-23.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (23) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-22.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (22) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-21.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (21) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-2020-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (02) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-2020-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (06) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-2020-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (05) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-20.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (20) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (09) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-don-giovanni-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Performance design by takis | Don Giovanni | 2020 (08) Finnish National Opera, Spring 2020]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer:  Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Set and Video Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Patrick Fournillier
Costume Designer:  Erika Turunen
Lighting:  Kalle Ropponen
Photo credit:  Stefan Bremer]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/a-funny-thing/</loc>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-funny-thing-happened-forum-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (02) Lido 2, Paris 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum | Theatre du Lido, Paris, December 2023 – February 2024. A vibrant ensemble scene with seven performers in elaborate flower-inspired costumes. The central figure wears a large pink and lavender tutu, surrounded by colorfully dressed cast members standing in shallow water. The stage features a Roman facade backdrop and a spectacular golden fountain, illuminated with magenta and aqua lighting by Giuseppe di Iorio. Costume design by takis, set design by Tim Hatley, directed by Cal McCrystal, choreographed by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille. Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-funny-thing-happened-forum-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (04) Lido 2, Paris  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum | Theatre du Lido, Paris, December 2023 – February 2024. A large ensemble of approximately twenty performers in a bustling market scene wearing varied classical Roman and Greek-style tunics and robes. The set features arched buildings, towering columns, and bright blue and white sky backdrop. Costume design by takis, set design by Tim Hatley, directed by Cal McCrystal, choreographed by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille, lighting by Giuseppe di Iorio. Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, originally produced on Broadway by Harold S. Prince.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-funny-thing-happened-forum-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (03) Lido 2, Paris 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum | Theatre du Lido, Paris, December 2023 – February 2024. A quieter dramatic ensemble moment with five characters. A man in the center wears imposing gold Roman legionary armor with a large red-plumed helmet, seated on a stone prop. Another man in a distinctive green and yellow robe gestures dramatically. Classical stage buildings frame the scene against a deep blue night sky. Costume design by takis, set design by Tim Hatley, directed by Cal McCrystal, lighting by Giuseppe di Iorio. Music by Stephen Sondheim.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-funny-thing-happened-forum-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (01) Lido 2, Paris 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum | Theatre du Lido, Paris, December 2023 – February 2024. A dramatic solo spotlight moment featuring a woman in a striking red and gold classical gown with an elaborate wig, striking a triumphant pose. Another performer lies on the ground at her feet. The moody orange-lit sky and silhouetted Roman columns create an intense atmosphere. Costume design by takis, set design by Tim Hatley, directed by Cal McCrystal, lighting designed by Giuseppe di Iorio. Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, libretto by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart.]]></image:caption>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/a-midsummer-nights-dream/</loc>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (06) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. A female performer, possibly a court character or one of the lovers, kneels center stage in an expressive pose with her hands raised. She wears an elaborate purple and pink costume featuring dramatic ruffled shoulders and a structured bodice over patterned trousers. The formal backdrop and her dramatic styling place her within the Athenian court's elegant and emotionally charged drama. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (01)  The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. A female performer, likely one of the Mechanicals portraying the Lion in the play-within-a-play, is seen mid-performance. She wears a simple tunic, a fur skirt, and a large, intricately carved lion's head mask. She holds a small stick and gestures widely, standing on the stage floor of a timber-framed theatre, with the audience visible below and behind. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (02) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. A lively group of fairy characters is captured on stage against the marbled-panel backdrop. The central figure wears a green jumpsuit, a corset, and comically large donkey ears, laughing heartily. She is surrounded by fairies in highly textured, elaborate costumes of blue, gold, and pink with detailed headpieces, creating a moment of vibrant, theatrical interaction. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (03) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. This dynamic scene shows a central figure in a shimmering blue suit caught within a large, sculptural net made of woven turquoise and brown materials. Several richly costumed fairies are dramatically clustered around the net, actively pulling or adjusting the trap. The intricate costumes and the theatrical prop suggest a moment of enchantment or capture in the fairy world. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (04) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. Three figures in fantastical costumes interact with the permanent architecture of the stage. Two characters in variations of blue and grey, one with a headpiece of branches, crouch near a wooden column adorned with stylized, turquoise-colored tree roots. The third figure, heavily armored and wearing a spiky crown of branches, looms over them, creating a tense, mythical, and somewhat architectural composition. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (05) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. A striking, close-up portrait of a performer portraying a wild, woodland sprite or creature (likely Puck). The actor's face is painted a mottled green, and their head is adorned with a huge, chaotic tangle of dry branches and twigs. They wear a mossy, camouflaged costume and gesture with a slightly menacing expression, embodying the unsettling wildness of the forest. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (07) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. A dramatic grouping of three figures from the fairy court, all wearing heavily textured, layered, and brightly colored costumes in tones of gold, brown, and turquoise. One figure has an orange patterned mask over their face. Their complex ruffs, pleats, and headpieces emphasize the opulence and unnatural, slightly monstrous beauty of the fairy realm against the historical architecture. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (08) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. Two male figures from the fairy court stand in distinct, elaborate costumes. The central figure wears a shimmering, black and silver patterned tunic and breeches with a spiky, metallic headpiece. The figure behind is fully masked and clothed in a moss-green, organic-looking suit and large branch-like headpiece. This contrast highlights the different, yet equally regal, aesthetics of the forest's magical inhabitants. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (09) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. A powerful group of fairy characters stand together, showcasing the incredible detail of their costumes. Layers of patterned fabrics, exaggerated metallic shoulder pieces, and unique headpieces define the group. The focus is on the textures and forms, such as the prominent bony spine on the back of one costume, emphasizing the dark, non-human, and visually arresting nature of the fairy court. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (10) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. A highly emotional scene with six figures in ornate, fantastical costumes clustered around a central character in blue, who is holding a bundled infant prop. The surrounding fairies reach out with expressions of concern or desperation. The detailed costumes feature ruffs, metallic threads, and unique face markings, suggesting a tense, maternal, or protective moment over the contested Indian boy. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-midsummer-nights-dream-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Midsummer Night's Dream (11) The Globe Theatre. Summer 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Midsummer Night's Dream | The Globe Theatre, London, UK, Summer 2023. This intimate, dramatic scene features two female performers (likely Hermia and Helena) on the wooden stage of the Globe Theatre. One performer kneels in a magnificent, voluminous purple gown with large, sheer ruffled sleeves, holding the hand of the other, who wears a richly textured, vibrant blue dress with a gold-laced bodice. The contrast between the saturated colors and their distress suggests a peak moment of conflict or reunion between the Athenian lovers, framed by the theatre stylized, marbled architectural pillars. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/a-matter-of-misconduct/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Matter of Misconduct (02)  Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Matter of Misconduct | Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, May - June 2025. A wide political address scene with the central male character in a suit and red tie standing at a podium addressing an audience. He is flanked by two British flags and large vertical blue banners that dominate the wood-paneled set. A dozen performers are seated on red chairs on either side of the stage, observing the speech with varying expressions of attention and applause. Set design by takis creates this formal political chamber.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Matter of Misconduct (01) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Matter of Misconduct | Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, May - June 2025. A lively group shot with ten performers clustered together against a dark backdrop. The central figure, a man in a white shirt and red tie, is flanked by characters representing various public services and professions—a firefighter, police officer, and construction worker. Their energetic, smiling poses and mixed attire from uniforms to business casual suggest a political campaign or community-focused scene. Costume design by takis creates this dynamic ensemble moment.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-matter-of-misconduct-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Matter of Misconduct (09)]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Matter of Misconduct | Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, May - June 2025. A close-up of a smiling woman with blonde, curly hair wearing a vibrant shocking pink coat over a bright orange garment, holding white shopping bags next to a wheeled suitcase—suggesting she has arrived from a trip or shopping excursion. Behind her is a wooden podium and large Union Jack flag, creating stark visual contrast between the formality of the political setting and her brightly colored, casual attire. Costume design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Matter of Misconduct (05) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Matter of Misconduct | Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, May - June 2025. The central male character, dressed in a dark pinstripe suit with a rumpled white shirt and red tie, delivers a highly dramatic, expressive moment at the wooden podium. His arm is raised emphatically and his mouth is wide open in a powerful yell or declaration. Theatrical spotlighting illuminates his frantic energy as he addresses the audience between two Union Jack flags. Costume and set design by takis captures this pivotal dramatic moment.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Matter of Misconduct (06) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Matter of Misconduct | Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, May - June 2025. A high-tension scene at center stage with four actors in dramatic confrontation. A central male character, distraught and disheveled in a white shirt and red tie, yells into a phone while a woman in a vibrant magenta coat attempts to pull him away. To the left, a man covers his face in dismay while another in a tweed suit looks on with concern. The wood-paneled political hall with podium sets the scene. Costume design by takis captures the intensity of this political drama.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-matter-of-misconduct-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Matter of Misconduct (08) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Matter of Misconduct | Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, May - June 2025. A line of nine performers spread across the stage in assertive, dynamic poses. The central man in a pinstripe suit and red tie stares confidently at the audience, surrounded by characters in uniforms—police officer, firefighter, construction worker. The diverse group's powerful stances against the formal political background convey assertive public unity. Costume design by takis highlights each character's professional identity and dramatic presence.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-matter-of-misconduct-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Matter of Misconduct (07) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Matter of Misconduct | Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, May - June 2025. Five actors arranged across a government hall setting. On the far left, a woman in a commanding blue pantsuit holds a brown envelope, looking sternly toward center. The central man and woman in magenta and orange appear distressed or singing passionately at the podium. Two men on the right—one casual, one in tweed—observe the chaotic central moment. Costume design by takis emphasizes the dramatic political tension and character contrast.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-matter-of-misconduct-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Matter of Misconduct (04) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Matter of Misconduct | Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, May - June 2025. A close-up of a woman dressed in a bright, monochromatic blue pantsuit and matching blouse, standing confidently near a large wooden door and small table. On the table are personal items including a dark tote bag and a pink/red circular container filled with colorful objects and accessories, suggesting she has just arrived or is preparing to leave a formal environment. Costume design by takis emphasizes character and dramatic context.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-matter-of-misconduct-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - A Matter of Misconduct (03) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[A Matter of Misconduct | Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, May - June 2025. A theatrical wide shot of the empty stage set featuring richly stained wood paneling forming a formal, imposing government or legal chamber. A central wooden podium with the Royal Coat of Arms is flanked by two British flags. Four vertical banners with vibrant theatrical blue lighting are placed symmetrically around the room, creating a solemn yet visually striking atmosphere. Set design by takis establishes the formal political setting.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/trial-by-jury/</loc>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-12.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (12) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (07) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (02) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (03) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (04) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (05) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (08) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (11) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (09) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (10) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-13.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (13) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-trial-by-jury-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Trial by Jury (01) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  W.S Gilbert | Arthur Sullivan
Designer:  takis
Director:  John Savournin
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-world-of-abdulhussain/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The World of Abdulhussain (03) Kuwait 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[JACC National Theatre, Kuwait  2024]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The World of Abdulhussain (01) Kuwait 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The World of Abdulhussain, JACC National Theatre, Kuwait, 2024. Large-scale theatrical production featuring multi-screen video projection with circular proscenium arch. Orchestra visible in pit with audience filling theatre. Set design by takis utilizing projection technology to celebrate iconic Kuwaiti performer Abdulhussain Abdulredha.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - The World of Abdulhussain (02) Kuwait 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The World of Abdulhussain, JACC National Theatre, Kuwait, 2024. Production scene from retrospective celebrating Abdulhussain Abdulredha. Design by takis for Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Cultural Centre performance featuring over 80 artists.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/moulin-rouge-nordiska/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (07) Stockholm 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Moulin Rouge | China Teatern, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023. A romantic scene with a couple seated on a prop crescent moon swing, high above the stage. The backdrop is a vibrant blue night sky with bright fireworks and a glowing Eiffel Tower, emphasising a Parisian City of Love setting. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Justin Levine, directed by Anders Albien. Lighting: Palle Palmé, Ulrik Gad. Choreography: J. Widegren, Z. Odelstål, K. Mcdonald, A. Gaardbo. Featured performers: Marsha Songcome, Andreas Wijk.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-stockholm-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge, Stockholm (01) Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Moulin Rouge | China Teatern, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023. A solo female performer stands center stage, bathed in dramatic red lighting. The set is highly stylised with sharp, jagged, red-toned metallic or abstract structures forming an oppressive or intense backdrop, focusing attention on the character emotional state. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Justin Levine, directed by Anders Albien. Lighting: Palle Palmé, Ulrik Gad. Choreography: J. Widegren, Z. Odelstål, K. Mcdonald, A. Gaardbo. Featured performers: Marsha Songcome, Andreas Wijk, Morgan Alling.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-stockholm-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (02) Stockholm 2023-24]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Moulin Rouge | China Teatern, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023. Another crowded, vibrant ensemble scene under strong green lighting. The central male figure stands elevated, clutching a bottle. The surrounding cast is engaged in dramatic poses, climbing a ladder, or interacting, with framed sketches covering the walls behind them. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Justin Levine, directed by Anders Albien. Lighting: Palle Palmé, Ulrik Gad. Choreography: J. Widegren, Z. Odelstål, K. Mcdonald, A. Gaardbo. Featured performers: Andreas Wijk, Alexander Larsson, Lovisa Bengtsson.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-stockholm-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (03) Stockholm 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Moulin Rouge | China Teatern, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023. A tender moment featuring the leading couple embracing on stage. They stand before a large window with a dark blue night sky view, framed by numerous sketches and paintings, suggesting an intimate scene in the artist garret. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Justin Levine, directed by Anders Albien. Lighting: Palle Palmé, Ulrik Gad. Choreography: J. Widegren, Z. Odelstål, K. Mcdonald, A. Gaardbo. Featured performers: Marsha Songcome, Andreas Wijk.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-stockholm-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (04) Stockholm 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Moulin Rouge | China Teatern, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023. A chaotic, high-energy scene bathed in green light. A central male character stands on a table, holding a bottle with arms outstretched, surrounded by a large ensemble cast in period costumes. The backdrop features numerous framed drawings and a window, in a bohemian, artist-studio environment. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Justin Levine, directed by Anders Albien. Lighting: Palle Palmé, Ulrik Gad. Choreography: J. Widegren, Z. Odelstål, K. Mcdonald, A. Gaardbo. Featured performers: Andreas Wijk, Alexander Larsson, Lovisa Bengtsson, Joanna Perera.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-stockholm-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (05) Stockholm 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Moulin Rouge | China Teatern, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023. A classic performance scene showcasing a line of female dancers mid-Can-Can. They are kicking their legs high, revealing petticoats, while a male performer on the right gestures toward them. The stage is set with ornate, illuminated red and gold panels. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Justin Levine, directed by Anders Albien. Lighting: Palle Palmé, Ulrik Gad. Choreography: J. Widegren, Z. Odelstål, K. Mcdonald, A. Gaardbo. Featured performers: Lovisa Bengtsson, Fred Johanson, ensemble cast.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-stockholm-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (06) Stockholm 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Moulin Rouge | China Teatern, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023. A dynamic, full-stage view dominated by intense red lighting. The large ensemble cast is posed dramatically on a stage adorned with elaborate, glittering gold and red architectural set pieces, including two tower-like structures and a heart-shaped archway bearing the word ROUGE. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Justin Levine, directed by Anders Albien. Lighting: Palle Palmé, Ulrik Gad. Choreography: J. Widegren, Z. Odelstål, K. Mcdonald, A. Gaardbo. Featured performers: ensemble cast.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-stockholm-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (08) Stockholm 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Moulin Rouge | China Teatern, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023. A visually striking scene featuring performers in multi-tiered, gilded stage set pieces. The ensemble members are posed in elaborate costumes within cages or balconies bathed in bright blue and magenta lights, creating a bustling, multi-level atmosphere. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Justin Levine, directed by Anders Albien. Lighting: Palle Palmé, Ulrik Gad. Choreography: J. Widegren, Z. Odelstål, K. Mcdonald, A. Gaardbo. Featured performers: ensemble cast.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-oslo-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (01) Oslo 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-oslo-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (02) Oslo 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-oslo-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (03) Oslo 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-oslo-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (04) Oslo 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-oslo-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (05) Oslo 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-copenhagen-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (3) Copenhagen]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-copenhagen-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (4) Copenhagen]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-copenhagen-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (5) Copenhagen]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-copenhagen-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (01) Copenhagen]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-copenhagen-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge (2) Copenhagen]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Stockholm | Oslo | Copenhagen 2023-24
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé | Ulrik Gad
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/moulin-rouge-helsinki/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-helsinki-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge | Helsinki (01) 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Helsinki  2024
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo
Photo credit:  Otto-Ville Väätäinen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-helsinki-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge | Helsinki (02) 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Helsinki  2024
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo
Photo credit:  Otto-Ville Väätäinen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-moulin-rouge-helsinki-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Moulin Rouge | Helsinki (03) 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Helsinki  2024
Composer:  Justin Levine
Set Designer:  takis
Director:  Anders Albien
Costume Designer:  Astrid Lynge Ottosen
Lighting:  Palle Palmé
Choreography:  J. Widegren | Z. Odelstål | K. Mcdonald | A. Gaardbo
Photo credit:  Otto-Ville Väätäinen]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-merry-widow/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-merry-widow-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Merry Widow (05) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  Emma Jenkins | Toby Hession
Designer:  takis
Director:  Laura Attridge
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-merry-widow-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Merry Widow (02) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  Emma Jenkins | Toby Hession
Designer:  takis
Director:  Laura Attridge
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-merry-widow-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Merry Widow (03) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  Emma Jenkins | Toby Hession
Designer:  takis
Director:  Laura Attridge
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-merry-widow-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Merry Widow (06) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  Emma Jenkins | Toby Hession
Designer:  takis
Director:  Laura Attridge
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-merry-widow-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Merry Widow (04) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  Emma Jenkins | Toby Hession
Designer:  takis
Director:  Laura Attridge
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-merry-widow-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Merry Widow (01) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  Emma Jenkins | Toby Hession
Designer:  takis
Director:  Laura Attridge
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-merry-widow-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Merry Widow (07) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  Emma Jenkins | Toby Hession
Designer:  takis
Director:  Laura Attridge
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-the-merry-widow-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Merry Widow (08) Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Scottish Opera | Theatre Royal Glasgow   Collaboration with Opera Holland Park and Doyly Carte Opera
Composer:  Emma Jenkins | Toby Hession
Designer:  takis
Director:  Laura Attridge
Conductor:  Toby Hession
Lighting Designer:  Ben Pickersgill
Choreography:  Kally Lloyd-Jones
Photo Credit:  Mihaela Bodlovic]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/andrea-chenier/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-11.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (11) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-06.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (06) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (05) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-04.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (04) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-03.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (03) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-02.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (02) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (01) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (07) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (08) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (09) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-andrea-chenier-10.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Andrea Chénier (10) St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[St Galler Festspiele, Switzerland  2023
Composer:  Umberto Giordano
Designer:  takis
Director:  Rodula Gaitanou
Conductor:  Modestas Pitrenas
Lighting:  Jake Wiltshire
Photo credit:  Jake Wiltshire and Xiomara Bender]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/hms-pinafore/</loc>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hms-pinafore-08.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (08) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. HMS Pinafore ship painted in deep reddish-brown with gold trim, "HMS Pinafore" inscribed across stern. Nighttime scene with vast dark blue sky backdrop. Full bright moon casting soft ethereal glow. Few stars visible. Ship's windows lit from within casting warm inviting light. Wisps of fog billow around ship's base. Costume and set design by takis. Photo credit: Bill Knight and Marc Brenner.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hms-pinafore-01.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (01) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. Large ensemble scene with Union Jack backdrop behind HMS Pinafore. Sailors in traditional navy and white striped shirts, white pants, and sailor hats positioned alongside ladies in opulent colorful gowns with voluminous skirts in shades of blue, red, gold, orange, pink, and purple. Both groups with arms raised in mirrored gestures. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Arthur Sullivan, directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hms-pinafore-05.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (05) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. Large ensemble scene with group of uniformed performers dressed in classic sailor outfits. All performers saluting. Stage backdrop depicts ship with masts, rigging, and flag. Sky rendered as gradient of blues and whites. Stage framed by vertical blue and black panels on either side. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Arthur Sullivan, conductor Chris Hopkins.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hms-pinafore-07.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (07) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. Tiered ship's deck with sailors in classic white trousers, blue and white striped shirts, and straw hats on upper deck. Central mast dominates with small flag and draped fabric suggesting sails. Large group of women below in voluminous brightly colored ball gowns in pink, blue, green, yellow, orange, and purple, with elaborate hats. Backdrop transitions from darker blue to lighter cloud-like wash. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
    </image:image>
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      <image:loc>https://takis.design/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/takis-design-hms-pinafore-09.jpg</image:loc>
      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (09) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. Large ensemble on stage with multiple performers in elaborate naval uniforms and dresses. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Arthur Sullivan, directed by Cal McCrystal. Featured cast included Les Dennis, John Savournin, Elgan Llyr Thomas, Alexandra Oomens, and Hilary Summers. Production at English National Opera, London Coliseum.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (11) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. Woman with red hair in elaborate layered gown predominantly red and gold with intricate patterns, adorned with small crown and red gloves. Beside her, woman with blonde curly hair in light blue and white dress with multiple layers and matching hat. Surrounded by sailors in blue and white striped shirts, red neckties, and white pants. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Arthur Sullivan, directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (02) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. HMS Pinafore stern depicted with dark red hull and gold trim. Man in vibrant blue naval uniform with gold embellishments and red sash visible in window framed in gold. Warm golden light emanates from within. Nighttime scene with large glowing full moon backdrop. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Arthur Sullivan, conductor Chris Hopkins. Lighting designer Tim Mitchell.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (06) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. Ship dominates background with stage filled with performers: predominantly women in voluminous brightly colored dresses, diverse in color and style, and men in sailor outfits with striped shirts, white pants, and sailor hats. Backdrop of vertical blue stripes creates nautical theme. Rich diverse color palette with bright costumes contrasting against cool blues. Costume and set design by takis. Directed by Cal McCrystal.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (04) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. HMS Pinafore stern with rectangular windows framed in gold. Man in blue military uniform visible in window. Small boat positioned to left with woman in white and gray dress and white hat. Nighttime backdrop with large glowing full moon. Large ensemble of approximately fifteen male performers dressed in sailor uniforms arranged on deck, some standing at attention and saluting, others leaning and holding mops. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - H.M.S. Pinafore (03) English National Opera 2021]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[HMS Pinafore | English National Opera, London Coliseum, London, UK, 2021. Stage divided into two levels. Lower deck interior features three men: one in gold-trimmed white and blue uniform seated and gesturing; one in blue uniform sitting deeply in thought; one in white uniform with blue trim standing at attention. Telescope on tripod visible. Light blue panels with oval windows framed in gold. Upper level shows ship's exterior with railing and large ship's wheel. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/the-horseman-ratsumies/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Horseman | Ratsumies (04) Finnish National Opera - Spring 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Finnish National Opera  Spring 2025
Composer:  Aulis Sallinen
Libretto:  Paavo Haavikko
Designer:  takis
Director:  Jussi Nikkilä
Conductor:  Harri Karri | Hannu Lintu
Lighting and Projection:  Mikko Linnavuori
Photo Credit:  Ilkka Saastamoinen]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Horseman | Ratsumies (02) Finnish National Opera  Spring 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Horseman | Ratsumies | Finnish National Opera, Helsinki, Finland, Spring 2025. Dark, somber stage scene with woman in red hair wearing long dark gown, illuminated by spotlight at center. Raised platform with stairs features man in long coat bathed in bright beam of light. Surrounding figures in dark attire positioned on stairs, scattered across stage floor. Beams of light pierce darkness creating dramatic contrasts. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Aulis Sallinen, directed by Jussi Nikkilä. Lighting and projection by Mikko Linnavuori.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Horseman | Ratsumies (01)  Finnish National Opera  Spring 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Horseman | Ratsumies | Finnish National Opera, Helsinki, Finland, Spring 2025. Stage set with stylized silhouetted forest backdrop and large bright full moon. Skeletal dark wooden structures including platforms, ladders, and vertical poles create depth. Figure in long black coat with shaved head stands atop highest platform with arms outstretched, illuminated by spotlight. Central figure with dark twig-like headwear stands below with arms open. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Aulis Sallinen, libretto by Paavo Haavikko, directed by Jussi Nikkilä.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Horseman | Ratsumies (03) Finnish National Opera - Spring 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Horseman | Ratsumies | Finnish National Opera, Helsinki, Finland, Spring 2025. Woman in black dress stands center stage holding cloth with somber expression. Dimly lit scene with figures lying on ground. Dark, atmospheric stage design emphasizing emotional intensity. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Aulis Sallinen, libretto by Paavo Haavikko, directed by Jussi Nikkilä. Production at Finnish National Opera.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[Takis - The Horseman | Ratsumies (05) Finnish National Opera - Spring 2025]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Horseman | Ratsumies | Finnish National Opera, Helsinki, Finland, Spring 2025. Two central figures in striking contrast: man with shaved head featuring bold dark stripes in long dark textured coat; woman with long red hair in dark flowing robe. Vertical dark textured elements in background create sense of enclosure. Dim warm lamps hanging from ceiling. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Aulis Sallinen, directed by Jussi Nikkilä. Photo credit: Ilkka Saastamoinen.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/nabucco/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Nabucco (06) Savolinna Opera Festival. Summer 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nabucco | Savolinna Opera Festival, Savonlinna, Finland, Summer 2024. Central figure in elaborate gold and black gown sings. Men in dark ornate costumes hold her hands, surrounded by ensemble cast. Dramatic lighting enhances costume textures and depth. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Nabucco (01) Savolinna Opera Festival. Summer 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nabucco | Savolinna Opera Festival, Savonlinna, Finland, Summer 2024. Woman in dark sparkly dress with large blue sequined collar, kneeling on stage with hands raised to chest. Surrounding figures hold blue ribbons stretched across stage, with large angular structures featuring white neon lights on either side. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Lighting by Jake Wiltshire.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Nabucco (02) Savolinna Opera Festival. Summer 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nabucco | Savolinna Opera Festival, Savonlinna, Finland, Summer 2024. Dark stage scene with two tall geometric structures sharply outlined in bright white light strips, filled with mottled blue and green textured panels creating mosaic-like effect. Performer spotlighted on high balcony within left structure. Orchestra visible at stage bottom with conductor. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Nabucco (03) Savolinna Opera Festival. Summer 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nabucco | Savolinna Opera Festival, Savonlinna, Finland, Summer 2024. Two large dark geometric structures outlined with glowing red lights. Figure in light clothing stands on left structure with arms outstretched, silhouetted figures visible within and around structures. Female character in ornate gold and dark blue gown stands with outstretched arms, bare-chested man cradled below. Ensemble silhouettes along stage edge. Costume and set design by takis.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Nabucco (04) Savolinna Opera Festival. Summer 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nabucco | Savolinna Opera Festival, Savonlinna, Finland, Summer 2024. Multi-tiered geometric structure with glowing light outline and textured green panels, illuminated by multiple green spotlights through smoky haze. Performers arranged across stage in muted, utilitarian costumes. Dramatic color palette emphasizes architectural set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Lighting by Jake Wiltshire.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Nabucco (05) Savolinna Opera Festival. Summer 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nabucco | Savolinna Opera Festival, Savonlinna, Finland, Summer 2024. Man in rich dark blue ornate tunic with prominent gold and silver embroidered chest panel adorned with metallic features. Long dark hair, beard, and subtle blue eye makeup, gazing upwards with contemplative expression. Deep blue lighting backdrop with ensemble figures behind. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Nabucco (07) Savolinna Opera Festival. Summer 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nabucco | Savolinna Opera Festival, Savonlinna, Finland, Summer 2024. Central figure in elaborate gold and black gown with intricate blue gemstone necklace, eyes closed in serene determination. Man in dark ornate costume reaches upward with pleading hands, surrounded by ensemble cast. Dramatic lighting enhances costume textures and depth. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Nabucco (08) Savolinna Opera Festival. Summer 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nabucco | Savolinna Opera Festival, Savonlinna, Finland, Summer 2024. A woman kneeling on a stage, dressed in a shimmering, dark gown and a sparkling, blue-sequined collar that extends into a cape. Her expression is one of anguish and distress, with her hands clasped near her chest. Thin, bright blue ribbons or cords are stretched across her, held taut by several figures positioned behind and to the sides of her. These figures, mostly men, are dressed in dark clothing, their faces partially obscured. Costume and set design by takis. Lighting by Jake Wiltshire.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Nabucco (09) Savolinna Opera Festival. Summer 2024]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nabucco | Savolinna Opera Festival, Savonlinna, Finland, Summer 2024. Dramatic scene with crowned figure in dark blue robe, arms outstretched, surrounded by ensemble in muted earth tones. Large geometric structures with translucent material illuminate behind with bright white lights. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Production at Finland's prestigious summer opera festival.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/la-traviata/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (09) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera & Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Art Deco-inspired backdrop with gold and dark accents featuring geometric shapes and vertical lines. Performers positioned in front include waiters in vests and bow ties alongside elaborately costumed ensemble members. Strategic lighting creates dramatic shadows and depth. Costume and set design by takis. Directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (02) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. At the center, a person is reclining on a cream-colored bed. Surrounding the central stage are several vertical structures, each outlined by a thin, glowing white line. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Conductor: Anja Bihlmaier and Constantin Trinks.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (10) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Large ensemble scene with performers in formal period attire. The Art Deco set features stylized arch-like structures with soft illumination, creating geometric depth and grandeur. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Production at Oslo's leading opera house.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (11) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Stage set with Art Deco design featuring geometric patterns. Ensemble of actors in formal period attire positioned across the architectural structures of takis' set design. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Conductor: Anja Bihlmaier and Constantin Trinks.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (07) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Party scene with ensemble cast gathered on stage beneath Art Deco-designed backdrop. Geometric set design in gold and dark tones creates visual grandeur. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Production at Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (08) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Party scene featuring multi-level Art Deco-inspired set design. Ensemble cast in elaborate period costumes arranged across the geometric architecture. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Lighting by D.M. Wood. Production at Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, 2023.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (05) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Woman in elaborate black and red embroidered bolero jacket, black mesh top, and matching red trousers with gold detailing. Alongside a man in black suit with red feathers and red glove, dramatically holding a black cape. Supporting ensemble in formal period attire on wooden-beamed stage. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (06) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Intimate bedroom scene with a person seated on the edge of a raised bed, another in a suit standing nearby, with nightstands on either side. A dramatic golden archway illuminates the scene against a dark background. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (03) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Party scene with ensemble cast gathered on stage beneath Art Deco-designed backdrop. Geometric set design in gold and dark tones creates visual grandeur. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Production at Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (04) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Woman in striking costume with hat, semi-sheer top, red scarf, and thigh-high stockings, commanding the stage while standing over a man kneeling on a table. Surrounding ensemble in elaborate dark period costumes beneath structured metal framework. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis  - La Traviata (01) Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo  2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[La Traviata | Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett, Oslo, 2023. Intimate scene with two women seated at a table beneath a greenhouse-like structure draped with lush greenery. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Giuseppe Verdi, directed by Rodula Gaitanou. Production at Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett featuring the complete opera with innovative costume and set design.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://takis.design/portfolio/wicked/</loc>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Wicked (07) GoteborgsOperan, 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Dramatic green stage setting with Elphaba. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. Featured cast included Feline Andersson, Anna Salonen, Max Jansson, and ensemble performers. Performance at Gothenburg Opera House, one of Scandinavia's leading opera venues. Choreography by Gunilla Olsson Karlsson.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Wicked (06) GoteborgsOperan, 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Atmospheric purple stage lighting with Fiyero and Elphaba. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. Featured performers in this production included Anna Salonen, Feline Andersson, Max Jansson, Vera Veljovic, Sofia Mustaniemi, and Oskar H Olsson. Production at Gothenburg Opera House, Sweden.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Wicked (02) GoteborgsOperan, 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Glinda in pink ball gown with crown and scepter alongside ensemble cast in elaborate costumes. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. Featured performers included Anna Salonen, Feline Andersson, Max Jansson, Vera Veljovic, and ensemble cast members. Production at Den Norske Opera &amp; Ballett featuring innovative costume design.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Wicked (03) GoteborgsOperan, 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Purple atmospheric stage lighting with ensemble cast in elaborate costumes by takis. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. Featuring principal performers Anna Salonen, Feline Andersson, Max Jansson, and Vera Veljovic. A major production at Gothenburg Opera House showcasing takis' award-winning design work.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Wicked (09) GoteborgsOperan, 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Elphaba in black witch costume with hat, dress, and satchel. Costume design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. This production featured principal performers Feline Andersson, Anna Salonen, Max Jansson, Vera Veljovic, and ensemble cast. Performance at Gothenburg Opera House, Sweden.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Wicked (04) GoteborgsOperan, 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Ensemble scene with multiple cast members in period costumes. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. Featured performers included Feline Andersson, Anna Salonen, Vera Veljovic, Max Jansson, and Sofia Mustaniemi. Production at Gothenburg Opera House, Sweden, conducted by Joakim Hallin and Sofia Winiarski.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Elphaba in black witch costume with hat in dramatic stage setting. Costume design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. This production featured principal performers Feline Andersson, Anna Salonen, Max Jansson, Vera Veljovic, and Sofia Mustaniemi. Production at Gothenburg Opera House, Sweden.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Anna Salonen as Glinda, in light-blue and green puffy ball gown on wooden steps with winding branches. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. Featured performers included Anna Salonen, Feline Andersson, Max Jansson, Vera Veljovic, Sofia Mustaniemi, and Oskar H Olsson. Production at Gothenburg Opera House.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Nessarose and Boq. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. Featured cast members included Sofia Mustaniemi, Oskar H Olsson, Feline Andersson, Anna Salonen, and Max Jansson. Production at Gothenburg Opera House with lighting design by Niklas Elfvengren.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Ensemble scene with multiple costumed performers in dramatic interaction. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. Featured cast included Anna Salonen, Feline Andersson, Max Jansson, Vera Veljovic, Sofia Mustaniemi, Oskar H Olsson, and ensemble members. Production at Gothenburg Opera House, Sweden.]]></image:caption>
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      <image:title><![CDATA[takis - Wicked (08) GoteborgsOperan, 2023]]></image:title>
      <image:caption><![CDATA[Wicked | Gothenburg Opera House, Gothenburg, Sweden, 2023. Green-lit ensemble scene with numerous cast members in elaborate costumes. Costume and set design by takis. Music by Stephen Schwartz, directed by Samuel Harjanne. Featured performers included Anna Salonen, Feline Andersson, Max Jansson, Vera Veljovic, Sofia Mustaniemi, and Oskar H Olsson. Production at Gothenburg Opera House, Sweden, 2023.]]></image:caption>
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