ZARZOUELA – EMMANOUELA SANTAMOURI

Emmanuela Santamouri (nursery nurse/team animator), after her studies, worked as a nursery nurse at the “Irini” nursery school for more than 20 years. At the same time, she specialized as an animator (animateur) of theatrical play in groups of both children and adults, while she was also a member of the theater group of Tinos “Theatropoieio” for 15 years.
She has also participated in many seminars focusing on the psycho-emotional development of children and the related techniques, took place in Tinos, Syros, Athens or online.

With love for the child, imagination, respect, responsibility and many years of experience in child care, she takes care of children (from babies of months to 15-year-old teenagers) and groups of children:
– at your place
– at weddings / baptisms
– at a birthday party
– at the sea
day and night to carefree enjoy your outing or special occasion with your friends.

Depending on the requirements, safety and availability of space, but mainly on the interests and age of the young guests, she creates the appropriate themes (concepts), so that fun can be combined with creativity, choosing between:
– constructions
– painting
– facepainting
– team games
– board games
– theatrical game

In 2023, Emmanouela founded Zarzouela, a creative activities and drama games center for children in Tinos. Through this space, she designed and implemented educational and recreational programs, themed workshops, children’s events, and creative activities for children of various ages.

At the same time, she was responsible for the overall organization and management of the business, communication with families, and the design of programs tailored to the needs of both children and parents.

Following the conclusion of the center’s operation, she continues to be active in the field of creative activities. She collaborates with associations, organizations, and private groups to design and implement educational, theatrical, and recreational activities for children. In the summer of 2026, she is participating as a collaborator in summer camps, where she designs and animates themed, athletic, and creative programs.

Her years of experience in pedagogy, drama games, and the organization of children’s activities, combined with her ability to create safe, enjoyable, and creative environments for children, make her a well-rounded professional in the field of children’s animation and non-formal education.