Category: Culture

Renowned American lyricist Alan Bergman, who was honored with Academy Awards, Grammy Awards, and Emmy Awards throughout his illustrious career, passed away on Thursday night (July 18, 2025) in Los Angeles at the age of 99. Bergman collaborated with his late wife, Marilyn Bergman, for over six decades, composing timeless classics such as ‘The Windmills…

Changes in the leadership structure of the Greek Film Archive (Tainiothiki tis Ellados) were decided on Wednesday (16.07.2025) during an extraordinary general assembly, where acclaimed filmmaker Costa-Gavras was appointed to a prestigious honorary role. According to an official announcement, Professor Yiannis Metaxas, previously the vice president, has been elected as the new President of the…

The impressive public response to the summer tour of ‘Μια Άλλη Θήβα’ (Another Thebes) has led to sold-out shows in several locations. Tickets for performances in Nea Makri (July 19) and Salamina (July 28) have already been exhausted. Given the overwhelming attendance at the initial stops, Theater of the New World has decided to add…

Bad news for fans of the iconic artist Morrissey, as his highly anticipated live performance at Release Athens 2025 has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. A member of his band reportedly suffered an injury, forcing the cancellation of the concert scheduled for July 16. Despite the setback, Release Athens 2025 announced that the event…

On June 18, 2025, the book presentation of Andronikos Tziberis’s latest literary work ‘Ξαναγράφοντας…’ took place at Gustav Athens café. Published by Aspro Mavro editions, this special evening was filled with nostalgia and featured notable speakers including actors and writers Sofia Philippidou and Dimitris Piatas, as well as actor-director Rénos Charalambides. The book’s prologue was…

This summer, the iconic former Public Tobacco Factory on Lenorman Street in central Athens hosts a unique cultural experience. From July 1st to July 20th, LAMDA Development presents the photography exhibition ‘Toposime Ensyndesis – With the Seal of LAMDA’, an impressive visual journey through the heart of the modern city — a living, dynamic and…

The comedy show titled ‘Survival Agreement’ is a co-directed performance by Antonis Krompas and Lefteris Eleftheriou, featuring texts written by the former. This famous comedic duo delivers a fast-paced, high-energy two-hour spectacle filled with satire, wordplay, impersonations, and commentary on current events. Both actors take on leading roles, each bringing their unique style to the…

The original lineup of Black Sabbath, featuring its four founding members, reunited for the first time in 20 years on Saturday (05.07.2025) in the United Kingdom — and for the last time, as the performance was also considered the farewell concert of the band’s iconic vocalist. The legendary Black Sabbath concert at Birmingham’s Villa Park…

The Bring Your Chair – Cozy Festival returns to Sifnos in August 2025 with a special anniversary program dedicated to cinema, music, and contemporary societal themes. Continuing its tradition of hosting internationally renowned filmmakers, the festival honors two iconic directors this year: Costa Gavras, with a screening of his latest film ‘The Last Breath,’ and…

Cinema lovers have a variety of new films to choose from as six exciting premieres hit screens today, Thursday (03.07.2025). Among the highlights is the blockbuster ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’, which debuts tonight in theaters nationwide. However, the standout film this week is ’47’, an award-winning historical drama from Spain directed by Marcel Barrena. ’47’ (‘El…

In a magical evening, Stavros Xarchakos presented his live album ‘Rebetiko – 40 Years Later’, a stunning live recording of the iconic album performed at the Herodes Atticus Odeon. Originally composed in 1985, this historic album is now re-released by Panik Oxygen both digitally and physically. During the event, Xarchakos reflected on the experiences that…

In response to a recent inquiry by independent MP Nikos Papadopoulos regarding the alleged systematic neglect of Greece’s historical monuments, Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni emphasized that her ministry is committed to restoring all monuments, irrespective of their era. ‘The Ministry of Culture restores all monuments regardless of periods, strictly adhering to legal frameworks,’ Mendoni…

Petros Halikias, who passed away at the age of 90, left behind a legacy that marked a significant chapter in traditional music. Known for his exceptional clarinet skills, Halikias gained fame even in the United States, where he lived for nearly two decades before returning to Greece. The latter years were challenging—not only due to…

The most captivating courtroom thriller of all time, ‘Witness for the Prosecution,’ triumphantly returns for its third year at the Horn Theatre with a refreshed cast. This Agatha Christie masterpiece continues to captivate audiences after 360 sold-out performances over two years. The new lineup features Yannis Bourous in the role of Sir Wilfrid Robarts, Dimitris…

Can summer exist without comedy? Absolutely not! That’s why Dimitris Giottis brings us the new ‘Black Out The Sequel,’ because sometimes a blackout is exactly what we need—to erase everything and start anew. This play, ‘Black Out The Sequel,’ comes to life as stories of everyday madness never cease. The heroes, the characters, are all…

The iconic band Metallica is set to return to Greece for a massive concert in 2026. As part of their global tour (M72 World Tour), Greece is included among the stops. The legendary Metallica will perform at OAKA on May 9, marking the first leg of their new European tour and the largest metal concert…

The legendary soprano Maria Callas has been immortalized with a permanent bust inside the Rome Opera House. The artwork, created by Greek sculptor Nikos Floros and made from bronze weighing seventy kilograms, honors Callas’s legacy. In January 1958, Callas famously left the stage mid-performance of “Norma” due to vocal issues, marking an abrupt end to…

If there is one person who defined Russian dance and classical ballet in the 20th century, it is Yuri Grigorovich. Born in 1927 in Leningrad, ten years after the October Revolution and just three years after Lenin’s death, this relentless dancer and choreographer was the descendant of Russian Admiral Alfred Rozay and the nephew of…

The New World Theatre presents the play ‘On the Old National Road,’ based on Gregorios Xenopoulos’s monologue ‘Psycho Saturday.’ The script and direction are by Georgios Christodoulou. A dynamic group of actors, including Alexandros Mavropoulos, Vassilis Milionis, Maria Proistaki, Fani Panagiotidou, and Ailian Markaki, bring the main roles to life. Set in an old, dilapidated…

The theatrical group Contratiempo presents Samuel Beckett’s masterpiece, ‘Endgame,’ at Theatre 104. From April 28th, every Monday and Tuesday at 9:00 PM for a limited number of performances, audiences will experience one of the most recognized works of the 20th century. This landmark in global dramaturgy explores the boundaries of language, meaning, relationships, and human…

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced a rule change requiring its members to watch all nominated films in a category before voting. ‘Members must now view the nominated films in each category to be eligible to vote in the final round for the Oscars,’ the Academy explained. This new regulation will…

Exactly on the 150th anniversary of the birth of author Georges de la Fouchardiere, the theatrical adaptation of his renowned novel ‘La Chienne’ is making its debut. This paradoxical tale of desire, corruption, and crime unfolds in a decaying theater within a theater, satirizing its characters as they unsuspectingly navigate through a deceptive door and…

Regarded as one of the most infamous sex scenes in cinematic history, ‘Last Tango in Paris’ directed by Italian filmmaker Bernardo Bertolucci in 1972 tells the story of a middle-aged man, Paul, and his passionate affair with a young woman, Jeanne, in Paris. The notorious ‘butter scene,’ which was not part of the original script,…

On the morning of March 28, 2025, Culture Minister Lina Mendoni conducted an inspection following a publication by the newspaper ‘DEMOCRACY’ regarding a construction project in front of the Panathenaic Stadium. During the inspection, Minister Mendoni confirmed a clear violation of the current legal framework, specifically Law 4858/2021 concerning the protection of antiquities and cultural…

The Holy Monastery of the Precious Cross in Doliani is an awe-inspiring structure admired by visitors for its unique architecture. Nestled within a dense pine forest, this monastery stands at an elevation of 1,140 meters between the village of Doliana and the community of Krania in Aspropotamos, Trikala, approximately 50 km from Kalambaka. It is…

An unforgettable surprise awaited residents on Monday evening, March 24, 2025, in Vary-Glyfada. To commemorate the national anniversary of Greek Independence Day on March 25th, a unique and mesmerizing drone show was organized. At precisely 8:00 PM, 240 drones took to the skies above the municipal building of Vary, Glyfada, and Vouliagmeni. For nearly ten…

The process of reunifying the Parthenon Marbles and the progress in negotiations were central topics at a conference organized by the Greek community of the London School of Economics. The president of the British Committee for the Reunification of the Parthenon Sculptures emphasized from London that “negotiations have progressed more than ever.” The reconstruction of…

Today is World Poetry Day (March 21, 2025), and a Facebook post reminds us of beloved verses from Greek cinema. The initial inspiration for this melodic celebration comes from poet Michail Mitra, who in 1997 proposed to the Writers’ Association that Greece celebrate poetry on a specific day, as many other countries do. The aim…

The employee of the Serrai Antiquities Authority, implicated in archaeological smuggling networks, has been suspended from duty by a decision of the Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni. According to an official announcement from the Ministry of Culture, due to the involvement of this specific employee in illegal antiquities trading rings, immediate suspension was imposed in…

The president of the Greek political party ‘Niki’, Dimitris Natsios, filed a complaint against the National Gallery due to a video shown in one of its exhibitions. A week after the incident involving MP Nikos Papadopoulos and candidate MEP Dionysis Makris vandalizing four paintings they deemed blasphemous, Natsios took legal action on Wednesday morning (19.3.25)…

The Church of Saint George in Vraona-Markopoulo is nestled within an archaeological site, adjacent to the ancient temple of Artemis, and belongs to the parish of Saint Nicholas in Markopoulo. This sacred church was designated as a ‘prominent Byzantine monument’ in 1921 and dates back to the late 15th or early 16th century. It’s believed…

Every year, thousands of devout visitors are drawn to the picturesque church of Agia Theodora in Arcadia to witness a truly remarkable phenomenon. Nestled near the village of Vastas in an idyllic wooded ravine surrounded by lush beech forests, this charming little church stands at an elevation of 860 meters on the southern slopes of…

The act of vandalism at the National Gallery was not a solo effort by Nikos Papadopoulos, a member of the Victory party. In the video showing the vandalism of artworks, another man is also present—revealed to be Dionysis Makris. This revelation came during an episode of ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls,’ aired on the YouTube…

Nikos Papadopoulos continues to defend his act of vandalizing artworks at the National Gallery. Speaking to Star, Papadopoulos, a member of the NIKI party, emphasized that he had to protect the children at all costs. He specifically mentioned, “The result, I believe, has justified us; the act itself is not something I enjoy—I am a…

Nikos Papadopoulos continues to defend his act of vandalizing artworks at the National Gallery. Speaking to Star, the NIKI party MP emphasized that he had to protect children from what he perceives as defilement. He stated, ‘The result, I believe, justified me. The act is not something I enjoy; I am a very peaceful person…

Intense tension erupted outside the National Gallery when a group of fanatical individuals confronted members of cultural organizations peacefully protesting in support of free expression. As citizens advocating for the freedom of art unfurled a banner inside the National Gallery, jeers and threats from some Christian fanatics were heard. The protesters, who remained calm, then…

In response to the vandalism of artworks at the National Gallery, member of parliament Nikos Papadopoulos explained that he could not tolerate what he described as ‘blasphemous’ works being exhibited in Greece’s premier art institution. Speaking to journalist Giorgos Liangas, Papadopoulos revealed that he had made a vow to the Virgin Mary to do everything…

Activists around the world are targeting major museums in various cities, throwing ketchup, oils, water, and chaining themselves in front of artworks to grab public attention for their causes—regardless of what those causes may be. They vandalize and exploit art as a vehicle to turn the spotlight on themselves without considering the practical and emotional…

The Greek Orthodox Church has expressed its disappointment regarding the art exhibition titled ‘The Net of the Strange – Intermediate Space’ hosted at the National Gallery. In a press release issued on Tuesday (11.3.25), the Holy Synod conveyed its indirect dissatisfaction with the exhibition and announced that it will request government intervention. The statement reads,…

In response to the incidents involving vandalism of artworks at the National Gallery, commented on by MP Nikos Papadopoulos on Monday afternoon (10/03/2025), Dimitris Natsios, president of NIKA, expressed his views. In his post, Natsios references these events and questions whether similar ‘artworks’ would dare to offend the religions of Muslims or Jews. He argues…

The Sarakatsani Stan is an open-air museum that faithfully represents the ancient way of life of the nomadic shepherds from the Sarakatsani community. These shepherds, native to Epirus, moved between the Pindus mountains and the fertile plains of Epirus and Aetoloakarnania, practicing nomadic and semi-nomadic livestock farming while developing a unique pastoral, nomadic, and mountainous…

One of the largest pilgrimages in the Dodecanese is undoubtedly the Archangel Michael of Panormitis on Symi. The Holy Monastery is located at the head of a bay, Panormos, from which it takes its name. Undoubtedly, the eyes of the pilgrims are drawn to the imposing bell tower (1911) of the monastery, built in the…

The renowned screenwriter Vassilis Rizvas opens up about his childhood and the political persecutions his parents endured. “I remember the fear inside our home, the constant threats of intimidation,” he vividly recalls in an interview with the newspaper ‘On Time.’ Speaking about his collaboration with Sotiris Tsafoulias, Rizvas delves into the hardships he faced as…

Yesterday evening (02.03.25), the narrow streets and graphic taverns of the mountainous village of Agiasos on Lesbos echoed with traditional ‘tripsimata’ songs in the local dialect sung by masked followers of Megalexandros, accompanied by the sounds of a traditional band leading the folk parade. Young men and women revived ancient carnival rites celebrating fertility and…

Students from across Greece honored the 57 victims of the tragic train collision in Temi with heartfelt tributes through music, marking two years since the devastating incident on February 28, 2023. Students from music schools in Ilion, Kalamata, and Katerini moved audiences with their performances dedicated to the memory of those who tragically lost their…

He left life at the age of 85 , on Monday (20.1.25), French filmmaker Bertrand Bleeu, films such as “Les Valseuses” (The Dance of the Corrupted), “Tenue de soirée” (Brain Clothes) or “Buffet Freud” (Cold buffet). The news of the death of the French director made his family known today Tuesday. CORVERSE The films of…

The Children’s Scene “EMEMROPOLISIS” presents to Katia Dandoulaki the work “Winter Tale” . A work full of adventure, action, intense situations, comedy scenes, songs and dancing, with references to Ancient Greece (Delphon Manteion), with elements from the Renaissance (Autolycus), but also at the bad time, which takes human form, intervenes and affects the character of…

The inspiration to become came when where he was painting, he heard inexplicably a burst of wind and saw the artwork moving on the canvas. For the next nearly 40 years he explored the strange, radical and experimental on the small and large screen. David Lynch had a great passion though: the cigarette. He first…

She died at 95 years old, the great British actress, Joan Plowright and widow of Lawrence Olivier. Joan Plowright, one of Britain’s most acclaimed stars and big and small screen and widow Sir Laurence Olivier, had a 60-year career with an Oscar nomination for the 1991 film “A Enchanted April”. ADVERSE He married Olivier in…

He died at the age of 78, the—author David Lynch, who became widely known for his dark, surreal artistic vision with films such as “Blue Velvet” and “Mulholland Drive” and television with “Twin Peaks”. Lynch revealed in 2024 that he had been diagnosed with emphysema and probably could no longer direct. CORVERSE His family announced…

The performance that was especially loved by the public and received excellent reviews continues the course that began at the Municipal Theatre of Piraeus and then the Contemporary Theatre, and now returns for a third year and for a limited number of performances at the Chora Theatre. Ingmar Bergman’s iconic work was written exactly 50…

After the warm reception, the performance of the play by talented Michael Malandrakis, entitled “Dreams Sweet”, goes up for the second year, directed at the City-Dannis Katranidis Theatre. Two brothers have cornered their dreams in an old bakery in Egaleo. Their mother tries to keep them committed to the family business, but the shadow of…

The presents an exciting opera diptych: Sergei Rachmaninov’s “Alekos” and Bela Bartok’s “Tower of the Cyanopogon”, two aristocratic one-act operas written on the border between 19th and 20th century and discussing the transcendence of mental boundaries. For the new production of “Alekos”, the National Lyrical Scene commissioned the direction to the unique Fani Ardan, while…

The premiere is tonight (16.10.2024) the show “The Whale”, with him in the lead role and directing. Samuel D Hunter’s masterpiece, made by Darren Aronovski in 2022 with Brendan Fraserna wins Oscar for his performance, goes up to the New Academus theatre, with Pygmalion Dadakarides being unrecognised as “Charlie”. On the side of Pygmalion Dadakaridis…

MDA Greece, a Association for the Care of People with Neuromuscular Diseases welcomes on Wednesday 18 September at 21.00 at the Beakeion Theatre of Piraeus, a charity concert to strengthen his work. With her the creator and performer Pavlina Voulgarakis. This summer, Dimitra Galanis, on the occasion of her new album “Risk Entry”, presents the…

Enlarged by one day, multi-collective and content-rich, this year’s 2024 has another surprise for its visitors: It will not only be confined to the well-known sites of Zappeion, which have been its permanent headquarters since 2019. It will activate invisible corners of the building and expand both to the wider area surrounding the Palace and…

The acclaimed composer will present at Herodio on 2 September 2024 a concert with songs of the wounded pure and emotional souls, joining the rebetiko song with FADO TANGO and BLUES. The concert is flanked by 15 Greek and foreign masters. Costas Triantafyllidis, Dimitra Moraitis and Lina Cardoso Rodrigues, Debora Russ and Eric B. Turner…

“Sesure for Assassins”, Broys’ brilliant comedy Jordan & Marilyn Abrams, continues the summer tour! Since July, “Studio Antony” and its cute hairdresser, Tony, will accept people in the largest cities in Greece! The direction is by Nicorestes Haniotakis and the cover is signed by Theodore Petropoulos. The favorite interactive performance, the most irregular and enjoyable…

Or , they join their voices in a festive concert at the Petra Theatre, on 9 September at 21:00, “before the autumn comes out in the summer”, as a Gatsu verse says. Maria Farantouri and Manolis Mitsias in songs we all loved, songs that accompanied joys, struggles and love. These are two acclaimed performers who…

After the sweeping sold out at the Herod of Attica Conservatory and the Concert Hall, his legendary «Rebetiko», for one night, on Friday, September 13th, at Herodos Atticus Conservatory. A year ago, in two historic sold out nights, the Herod Atticus Conservatory was transformed into a rebetiko palco and nine thousand spectators were moved and…

It continues for the second year, due to great artistic and commercial success, the performance, “Every Thursday Mr. Green”, directed by Kostas Gakis, with them and . Jeff Baron’s award-winning masterpiece goes up to the theatre Argo, with performance recital by George Constantine and Apostolis Totsika. A few words about the work A lonely New…

One of the oldest in Greece, the Archaeological Museum, was renovated and tomorrow Friday, July 19, 2024, the… doors open. The opening of the new, renovated Archaeological Museum of Delos will be the President of the Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou. The Delos Archaeological Museum, one of the oldest museum buildings in Greece, began to be built…

One of the oldest in Greece, the Archaeological Museum, was renovated and tomorrow Friday, July 19, 2024, the… doors open. The opening of the new, renovated Archaeological Museum of Delos will be the President of the Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou. The Delos Archaeological Museum, one of the oldest museum buildings in Greece, began to be built…

Gustavo Ott’s bizarre, terrifying comedy “Pavlov or two seconds before the crime” comes to Gustavo Ott’s station “Pavlov or two seconds before the crime” by Gustavo Ott, comes to the station theatre starring Dionysia Balamotis, Vassilis Butchiko, Iokasti Papanikolaou, Dionysis Pifea, and Stratis Hatzistamatiou, directed by Dimitris Apostolopoulos, from 15 April and every Monday and…

Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 20:30, for only a few performances until Sunday 28 April 2024. A new work by a new Greek writer is presented in production of the theatre TOPOS OTHER. As planned, Michael Malandrakis’ new work “Oneira GLYKA”, directed by him, succeeds Platonof of Chekhov. In an old bakery in Egaleo,…

A date with the theatre audience gives this summer to the Forest Theatre. He will raise the inspection “Then, now, always”. Stamatis Fasoulis signs the direction and interprets one of the key roles, and participates in writing the texts. A large star troupe will be announced soon. The music is written by Stamatis Kraounakis, the…

After Thessaloniki, where more than 25,000 spectators saw her, “Vira the anchors” of Thanasis Papathanasiou and Michael Reppa, also comes to Athens! From April 19 and for 10 performances only, to April 28, “Vira the anchors” goes up to the Palace Theatre. KTHBE “takes a bow” for the Pallas Theatre and Athens, with the iconic…

A large international co-production between Greece and Turkey is currently being prepared with one of the most important classic texts of the world dramaturgy, William Shakespeare’s “Roman & Juliet”. Turkey’s State Theatre in collaboration with the Athens Music Hall and the cultural organization Lykofos of George Lykiardopoulos for the first time join forces to present…