Greeks on the Roof explained

Genre:Comedy
Starring:Mary Coustas
María Mercedes
Serge De Nardo
Evelyn Krape
Country:Australia
Language:English
Num Seasons:1
Num Episodes:11
Runtime:60 minutes
Channel:Seven Network

Greeks on the Roof was a short-lived Australian television talk show and variety show that ran for 11 episodes on the Seven Network from 1 April to 1 July 2003. It was hosted by the actress/comedian Mary Coustas in character as Effie, a second generation Greek Australian, whom she had portrayed on the sitcom Acropolis Now, and featured her "family" of Greek immigrants portrayed by Maria Mercedes, Angus Sampson as cousin Dimi, Serge De Nardo, and Evelyn Krape.

Origins

Based on the format of the British TV show The Kumars at No. 42, each show had interviews with a number of Australian actors and actresses. Guests were involved in Effie's jokes and antics while being asked about their career and personal life.

Cast

Main / regular

Guests

Production

Kris Noble was the executive producer of the show.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 10 July 2003 . AAPT thinks Effie's in touch with her publics . Age . Fairfax . 11 November 2010.