The entrance to the archaeological site of Knossos is transformed

Roma Gallery| Jean Cocteau x Mylene Jampanoi| Temporal Transferences| 12 September-12 October 2024

52nd BOOK FESTIVAL AT PEDION TOU AREOS| 06 – 22 September 2024

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Historical Archive of Hydra Museum

Where History resides…

Walking along the streets of Hydra, among the well-preserved mansions of the island, the visitor wanders mentally in the years when sailors, merchants, captains, boatmen and landlords, who gave life to one of the largest merchant fleets of the Mediterranean, gathered in these same places. The political and war situation in Europe in the late 18th and early 19th century offered the opportunity to the skilled sailors of Hydra, who took advantage of the privileges and strategic position of the island, to get rich from maritime trade. Dozens of ships sailed daily from the port of the island to the biggest ports of Europe.

Already from 1749 the "Merchant Marine Academy of Hydra" was operating in the school of Agios Vasilios, demonstrating the orientation of the island in trade and the need to equip the ships with trained crews. The School taught not only maritime theory and techniques but also foreign languages that would be necessary for communication with foreign authorities and merchants in the ports of call.

However, the name of Hydra is linked to the Revolution of 1821. At the outbreak of the Revolution, the island had competent, experienced sailors and dozens of ships. Thanks to the fighting voice and the efforts of the heroic captain Antonis Economou, the people and the great boatmen and landlords of the island decided the participation of Hydra in the Revolution.

During the years of the Struggle, the Hydrians offered money, ships and crews to the cause. The once merchant ships were equipped and together with Spetses and Psarra they formed the war fleet of the rebellious Greeks. Voulgaris, Topazis, Miaoulis, Kountouriotis have associated their names with the Revolution. At the entrance of the port of Hydra, the bronze statue of Andreas Miaoulis by the sculptor Kostas Kazakos, welcomes the visitors of the island. The blue revolutionary flag with the cross and the saying "Freedom or Death" and the cannons placed on the bastion remind the naval power of Hydra.

The rich stone mansions that still stand in Hydra are witnesses of the wealth that the boatmen had in their hands during the 18th and 19th century. However, it is perhaps more moving to think that behind these walls there were debates, conflicts and decisions made that led to freedom.

The Mansion of Lazaros Tsamados now houses the Merchant Marine School and the Mansion of Kriezis the Nursing Home. Since 1936, the four-storey Mansion of Tombazis has been home to the famous branch of the Athens School of Fine Arts, which has written its own history in Greek art. The House of Lazaros Kountouriotis operates as a branch of the National Historical Museum. The house where the Museum of Post-Byzantine Art and History of Hydra operates today belonged to his brother George Kountouriotis.

The building that houses the Historical Archives-Museum of Hydra stands proudly among the mansions of the guards and shipowners of the 19th century. In this location, which dominates the entrance of the port, the first building of the Archives was built by the Hydra shipowner Gikas N. Koulouras with respect to the history, architecture and landscape of the island. In 1952 it passed to the Greek state after a donation by the shipowner, hosting their collection.

Among the persons who played a key role in the operation of the Museum are also Antonios D. Lignos, doctor and Mayor of Hydra, who took care of the classification and transcription of the documents of the Archives of the Community of Hydra (1798 - 1865) and the Rev. The Bishop of Hydra, Spetses and Aegina, Mr. Ierotheos, who took care of the construction of the present building of the Archives on the site of the original one, which had been demolished for structural reasons.

The Historical Archives Museum of Hydra maintains a section with works of Greek art of the 19th and 20th century. The paintings, portraits, portraits of ships, historical maps, which are exhibited in the Historical Gallery of the Museum, stand out. The Museum Library has more than 15000 book titles, mainly old and rare editions, many of which date back to the beginning of the 18th century. The Archives Department of the Museum includes "treasures" from public and private institutions concerning the history of Hydra mainly in the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.

The Museum, without losing sight of its scientific orientation, while keeping its collections open to researchers, also develops a rich cultural activity. Throughout the year, its premises host temporary exhibitions, lectures and conferences, concerts, etc. It has become a reference point for Hydra, fulfilling a key cultural and educational role.

Historical Archive of Hydra Museum

PC 18040
Hydra Port
Hydra

Tel: (+30) 22980-52355
Fax: (+30) 22980-52355

mail@gak-ydras.att.sch.gr
https://www.iamy.gr/

Lavrion Technological and Cultural Park-NTUA: A versatile modern workshop in a unique monument of industrial heritage.

The NTUA Lavrion Technological and Cultural Park is not only a fascinating destination. In the industrial landscape of about 62 acres and with 34 rescued buildings of the former French Mining Company of Lavrion (CFML)- 14 of which have been exemplarily restored by the NTUA - history emerges vividly in its materiality; (history conceived as running through the past and the future). Further on, if one scratches a little deeper, one would find its intangible side as well. The silver-giving galleries, accomplices to the wealth and glory of ancient Athens; the first major heavy industrial enterprise of the New Greek State in the 19th century, that marked its entry into the Industrial Revolution; the first company town; the first mass labour movement; some first urban infrastructures outside Athens... Today, the LTCP is a place of experimentation of many orders and bridges between science and society, art and technology, research and production, tradition and vision.

In this place so charged with collective memory, the NTUA has revived not only cultural value and creation, but also technological innovation in research and production, putting the space of memory in interaction with that of the visible future: Here, the research laboratories of the NTUA and businesses, the development of innovative products and services, education, scientific, artistic, educational and social events, the favorite set of filmmakers, special and general tours coexist and happen simultaneously. Also, the Museum of Mining and Metallurgy is under construction and will be the first of its kind at a national level.

Among the restored buildings, the conference and exhibition halls have a special place:

-The "Machine Shop - Kostas Panagopoulos Hall". A stone hall with a metal roof, in the centre of the LTCP and adjacent to the above mentioned Museum, that houses some of the historical machinery of the GEML. It is of an area of 500m2 and a capacity of 150-750 people, depending on the event (conference, convention, performance, exhibition, reception) and disposes full sound and projection equipment

 The "Flotation Warehouse". Room 680m² and capacity 205-1,000 people accordingly, as before. With also apparent stonework and tiled roof and with a particularly impressive structure of the wooden roof. It is located opposite the open-air amphitheatre and, where appropriate, operates in continuity with it.

Το «Φαρμακείο», αίθουσα 110 m², δυναμικότητας 100 περίπου ατόμων, στο απλό νεοκλασικό που γειτνιάζει με τη Βίλα Σερπιέρη –σήμερα έδρα της Διοίκησης του ΤΠΠΛ. Διαθέτει εξοπλισμό προβολής και φιλοξενεί μικρότερα συνέδρια και σεμινάρια.

Το υπαίθριο αμφιθέατρο, νέα κατασκευή ενσωματωμένη στο ανάγλυφο του γηπέδου, που «κοιτάζει» το συγκρότημα της «Επίπλευσης». Διαθέτει κερκίδες 500-600 ατόμων και δυνατότητα επιπλέον τοποθέτησης 200 περίπου καθισμάτων στην εξαιρετικά ευρύχωρη ορχήστρα του. Έχει φιλοξενήσει εκδηλώσεις κάθε είδους.

Moreover, the specialized and experienced staff of LTCP is always available for its partners to contribute to the optimal planning of the event of interest.

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ΜΟΝUMENT HOTEL ATHENS

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The city of Athens, an international tourist destination for its history and ancient monuments, is acquiring new, modern "monuments" in the context of the reconstruction of its historic centre. Hospitality has met art and the Monument Hotelhas emerged.

The brand new hotel in the heart of the city is a work of art in its own right, bearing the stamp of the great neoclassical architect Ernst Ziller.

Designated as a Listed and Modern Building, the Monument is housed in a uniquely aesthetic structure designed in 1880 by the famous architect.

The transformation is stunning: one of the most impressive neoclassical buildings in the centre of Athens, with uniquely painted floor paintings, takes on a new life as a small nine-room hotel of high aesthetics..

The dialectic relationship between new and old is reflected in both the common areas and the hospitality rooms with high aesthetic tones. The renovators who undertook the project preserved the original and the posterior, documenting how the past can coexist with contemporary design. They gradually revealed - over three years of restoration and work - the pattern of ceiling paintings and plaster decorations that date back to the building's creation in 1881. The Stathopoulos House,, owned by a wealthy Athenian merchant, found after years of abandonment its original identity as a true work of art.

The hotel's premises

In the hotel's rooms, each of which has its own floor painting, each new, highly aesthetic addition to the interior in relation to the pre-existing shell, highlights

the old and honors the modern..

The elements that were preserved gave inspiration to determine the colors in the lounge, the wooden staircase that connects the floors -which is a work of art in itself- and in each room where, based on the ceiling, the colors of the wall style and the modern furniture were chosen, in dialogue with the neoclassical style.

The ninth room on the roof enjoys the unique view of both the original antefixes that adorn the building in close-up over the square of Agios Dimitrios, and the magical view of the Acropolis in the background.

The arches and ceilings of the great neoclassical building and its masterly aesthetics can also be seen in the arched doors which have been preserved intact.

Every guest gains - along with the excellent aesthetics - the unique opportunity of a private space, even in the lounge area. The warm sense of hospitality is enhanced as we experience the harmony of the richly painted decorations on the ceilings and the craftsmanship of the luxury branded and handmade furniture .

A wonderful touch of service at the Monument Hotel is the wellness centre, where the spa, sauna and massage area offer a unique sense of relaxation thanks to the rejuvenating treatments offered.

Monument Hotel combines the splendor of the Athenian past with the present, through an authentic hospitality experience. It is a true monument that managed to withstand the test of time until it was restored with respect to its history and architecture to return to the world with a totally fresh identity.

Guests enjoy its unique services and passers-by in the city centre stop and admire the exterior and the magnificent façade with the characteristic archway. It is the city's narrative, the new experiential look, the coupling of history, Ernst Ziller's legacy of architecture and contemporary urbanism that makes the Monument Hotel a fascinating hospitality destination, a new urban concept of hospitality.

Margarita Kataga

Thank you to Mrs. Eleni Chatziioannou, Hotel Manager, Monument Hotel, for the tour to the hospitality areas

Monument Hotel Athens

11, Kalamida str.

10554, Athens, Greece

+30 21 0324 1425

https://www.monumenthotelathens.com/el/

Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre

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History of the Hotel

In 1978 a vision of the owner of the company, Antonios Mousamas, became reality. On a privately owned plot of land, the first foundations were laid for the construction of one of the most modern hotels in Athens for its time, the Holiday Inn Athens at 50 Michalakopoulou Street in Ilisia.

Antonios Mousamas, owner of the Athens Quarries of the same name and later of the Lycabettus Hotel on Valaoritou Street in Athens, is looking forward to something new for Greek standards, by bringing one of the largest hotel chains in the world, the Intercontinental Hotels Group (Six Continents) for the first time in Greece.

The hotel has 193 rooms and approximately 2,500 sqm of meeting rooms, of which 2,000 sqm are naturally lit. One of the elements that characterize the hotel throughout its operation is its pioneering in different areas. For example, Holiday Inn was the first hotel in Athens to implement the ISO 9001 system, which was later introduced to all other hotels as a sign of superior service quality. It was also the first hotel to install the hybrid thermal energy generation system, which was operational in 2010-2011. It took 8 full years for this innovative technology to be adopted in a large part of the hotel market in Greece. Many innovations, especially in technological equipment, have been used in the hotel in the events and conferences section.

History of the building reconstruction

In 1978 the first foundations were laid for the construction of the hotel in Michalakopoulou Street under the design and supervision of the architect Petros Pikionis, son of the famous architect Dimitrios Pikionis and designer of the Pavillion in Delphi, on behalf of the Greek National Tourism Organisation. The Civil Engineer who undertook the reconstruction of the hotel was Th.G. Voudiklaris.

In 1980 the opening of the Holiday Inn, the first hotel of the Intercontinental Hotels Group (Six Continents) in Greece, takes place.

In 1997, the hotel was returned to full operation after a 2 billion drachmas renovation and the work lasted about 2 years. The project was carried out under the supervision of the ACT design office and the decorator Marcellus Galanos. Noteworthy are the works of the famous sculptor Andreas Lolis that adorn various areas of the hotel.

In 2008 it was completely reconstructed and rebranded as Crowne Plaza Athens City Centre which is again owned by the IHG group chain. A complete renovation and upgrade was carried out within seven months, with two partial deliveries and without interrupting the operation of the hotel.

Specifically, structural reinforcement works, facade cladding, complete reconstruction of rooms - entrance - lobby, change of pool location, roof garden configuration, renovation of common - auxiliary and other areas of the hotel as well as the construction of two new staircases (escape exits) were carried out. The total renovated area of the property is 19.700 sqm. and was realized with the collaboration of the decorator Marcellus Galanos and the architect Michel De Landtsheer, the supervision of the technician Ioannis Keskinoglou and the construction team of the company TERNA.

The Crowne Plaza premises have hosted political, social and cultural events. Artists, famous athletes, politicians, successful businessmen have honoured the hotel with their presence over the years, either with their own events or by attending events at the hotel.

For reservations please click here.

Crowne Plaza Athens

Michalakopoulou 50
11528, Athens

Tel.: + 30 210 727 8000
Fax: +30 210 727 8600
Email: info@cpathens.com

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Conference “Eurocastanea” in the Municipality of Agia| The heart of chestnut “beats” for the first time in Greece

ΑGIA

The 14th Annual European Chestnut Days Conference, organised by the European Chestnut Network EUROCASTANEA , which will last until 15 September 2024, started on 12 September in Agia and Melivoia. The conference is held for the first time in Greece.

EUROCASTANEA is a European chestnut network consisting of chestnut producing organisations from 6 countries. France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Portugal, Austria and Greece and was founded by the ASSEMBLY OF EUROPEAN FRUIT, VEGETABLE AND HORTICULTURAL REGIONS – A.R.E.F.L.H.

The conference is addressed to organisations, authorities, institutions, local entities, producers, agronomists, cooperatives and companies from all over the world involved in the production, research, processing, promotion and distribution of chestnuts.

Its aim is to present the cultivation of chestnut in Greece and neighbouring countries, to highlight the main issues that concern the sector such as chestnut diseases, cultivation practices in the context of climate change, the Common Agricultural Policy and the processing of chestnut, as well as to present the influence of chestnut cultivation on local communities.

Through dialogue, cooperation and networking, the aim of the conference is to address future challenges, protect chestnut cultivation and achieve sustainability for the entire chestnut sector.

52nd BOOK FESTIVAL AT PEDION TOU AREOS| 06 – 22 September 2024

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On 6 September, the biggest Book Festival opens its gates at the Pedion tou Areos to welcome book lovers and attract new readers. 200 publishing houses, 280 booths, 200 cultural events, concerts, theatrical performances, interactive educational events and much more at the great 52nd Book Festival 2024.

The 52nd Book Festival is organized by the Book Publishers’ Association (S.EK.V.). It is held under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture, the Municipality of Athens, the Athens Chamber of Commerce, with the support of the Region of Attica, the support of the Culture, Sports and Youth Organization of the Municipality of Athens, and in collaboration with the Little Paris of Athens, the Network for Children’s Rights and the Philip Nakas Conservatory.

Το Days of Art in Greece στο περίπτερο 2 του 51ου Φστιβάλ Βιβλίου

Visitors to the Festival, against the backdrop of thousands of books, will have the opportunity to watch and participate in a diverse cultural event. Among many other events, there will be: Children’s theatre performance “The Legend of Mulan” by the theatre production company METHEXIS, a performance of Karagiozis by the Shadow Theatre “Nikolas Tzivelekis”, a concert by the Greek Music Workshop of the Municipality of Athens, musical evenings by student ensembles of the Music School of Piraeus and students of the Philip Nakas Conservatory, a concert by Mario Strophalis with Martha Moreleon and Irini Toubaki, an event of the Hellenic Comics Academy, a three-day presentation of newcomers in the field of speech, a concert with Sofia Arvanitis, Nikos Kallini, Makis Psaradellis and the Music and Vocal Ensemble of Corinth “Echoroi”.

The main tributeof the 52nd Book Festival 2024 is entitled “Youth and Reading. Spring depends on you” and focuses on the younger generations. It will focus on raising their awareness of critical issues such as human rights, the environment, the proper use of technology, Artificial Intelligence, etc. On the answers that the Book can give to key philosophical and practical questions and the outlets they can find through Culture.

The poster and the cover of the catalogue of the 52nd Book Festival 2024 is adorned with the work of the distinguished Greek artist Leonidas Giannakopoulos.

The opening event will take place on Saturday 7 September 2024 at 20:00.

52nd BOOK FESTIVAL

PEDION TOU AREOS

6-22 September 2024

Opening Hours

Monday-Thursday: 18:00-22:30

Friday & Saturday: 18:00-23:00

Sunday: 10:30-15:00 & 18:00-22:30

Organized by: Book Publishers’ Association

Modern Challenges for Marine Biology and Fishery at the 22nd Annual FishBase Symposium at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki | 02-03 September 2024

THESSALONIKI

All global developments in marine and fisheries biology will be presented during the 22nd Annual FishBase Symposium, entitled “Fishes in changing ecosystems”, organized by the Laboratory of Ichthyology of the Department of Biology of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, on Monday 2 and Tuesday 3 September 2024, from 9.00 to 17.30, at the KEDEA of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

Distinguished scientists from 20 countries from Africa, America, Asia, Europe, and Oceania will present the results of their research related to the biology and ecology of aquatic organisms, mainly fish, and the impact of anthropogenic actions, mainly climate change and fisheries, on population dynamics, marine biodiversity and the balance of marine ecosystems.

Founded in 1990, FishBase is the world’s largest online fish encyclopedia and database, with information on all fish species and more than 1.5 million visits every month. SeaLifeBase was founded in 2005 and contains information on all marine organisms. The Laboratory of Ichthyology of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki has been participating in the FishBase Consortium since 2004.

Τhe Schedule

The first day of the Symposium (Advances in Gill Oxygen Limitation Theory) will be dedicated to the subversive GOLT theory of fish body growth and the celebration of 25 years since the launch of the international Sea Around Us network (https://www.seaaroundus.org), in which the Laboratory of Ichthyology is a member of the Scientific Council. Sea Around Us contains all fisheries data for every country and marine ecosystem on Earth.

The second day (Fishes in Mare Nostrum) will focus on issues related to FishBase (https://fishbase.se) και τη SeaLifeBase (https://www.sealifebase.se) and SeaLifeBase (https://www.sealifebase.se) and includes the celebration of 20 years of participation of the University of Thessaloniki’s Laboratory of FishBase.

Daniel Pauly in Thessaloniki

The keynote address will be given by the greatest scientist of all time in the field of marine fisheries biology, Professor at the University of British Columbia, Canada and Honorary Doctorate of the Department of Biology of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Daniel Pauly. Daniel Pauly has authored more than 1000 scientific publications and about 20 books dealing with the biology of marine organisms and the management of their populations, and was one of the first scientists to raise the alarm about the ecosystemic impacts of overfishing on a global scale.

According to the Director of the Laboratory of Ichthyology and head of the MarinOmics research group, Professor Athanasios Tsikliras, who this year chairs the FishBase Consortium, “the participation of the Laboratory of Ichthyology of AUTh in international networks such as FishBase and Sea Around Us, which is a result of the scientific dynamics and international recognition of public academic and research institutions, aims to rebuild marine populations and ecosystems through sustainable fisheries management, which will improve the health of the seas, mitigate the effects of climate change, while enhancing the incomes of fishermen.”

More information about the Symposium, the programme and online registration at the link: https://bit.ly/2024FBsymposium

Blue flags on 13 beaches of the Municipality of Chania - Blue Flag officially awarded to Vlites beach

CHANIA

The Blue Flags for 2024, the international environmental quality symbol awarded to organised beaches, are flying on 13 beaches in the Municipality of Chania. These beaches meet the strict criteria set by the programme, such as the suitability and purity of the waters of the coast, the safety of the swimmers, etc.

The process of placing the Blue Flag has been completed in all the beaches of the Municipality of Chania with the latest, the Blue Flag at Vlite, to be placed on Wednesday 17/7/2024, by the Deputy Mayors of Tourism, Nektarios Psaroudakis, Environment, Greenery and Cleaning, Michalis Tsoupakis, and Local Economy and Development, Yannis Nikiphorakis. The President of the Local Community of Souda, Dimitris Klothakis, was also present at the Blue Flag ceremony.

It should be noted that the beach of Vlite "passed" a test stage in the past two years, with extensive and strict inspections, before it was officially awarded the Blue Flag, certifying that it meets all the requirements and criteria.

Mr. Psaroudakis in his statements stressed: "with the addition of the Blue Flag on the beach of Vlite completed the award-winning beaches throughout the coastal front of the Municipality of Chania with blue flags, which certify the quality of the waters and with equipment that ensures safe access to the beach."

Mr.Tsoupakis, responsible for issues of the Municipal Unit of Souda, stressed: "now the Municipal Unit of Souda has a Blue Flag beach, the beach of Vlite in Souda, which has great development and has been embraced by all the residents of the area."

Finally, on his behalf Mr. Nikiforakis noted: "As a municipal authority we do not stop to provide our beaches with the appropriate equipment, with our crews have taken care to place new changing rooms, corridors and additional waste and recycling baskets but also to ensure that there are accessibility conditions at all the beaches of our municipality, with the presence of mobile seats for disabled people (SEATRACK) but also separate JOB type seats".

Indeed, as said Mr. Nikiforakis, filed this year on behalf of the Municipality of Chania request for the placement of 4 more new self-propelled seats for the disabled (SEATRACK), so that even more beaches in the municipality to have the equipment that will ensure comfortable access to the sea for people with disabilities.

The beaches, where the Blue Flags for this summer season were posted are: 7 in the District of Nea Kydonia: Golden Beach, Agii Apostoli (2 spots), Kalamaki,

Stalos, Agia Marina (2 spots), 4 in Akrotiri District: Ag. Onoufrios, Kalathas, Stavros, Marathi, 1 in the district of Chania: Nea Chora and 1 in the district of Souda:Vlites.

Corporate Conference of the Historical Archive of the National Bank of Greece| 23 July 2024

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In view of the new data and the challenges that the new digital era is shaping for identity and, consequently, for the management of archives, the ΙNational Bank of Greece, chose to organize a workshop on “The Historical Archives of the National Bank of Greece in the new digital era. Challenges and prospects for the management of electronic archives“.

The conference aims to initiate a relevant discussion with other directorates involved in the management of the Bank’s archives, in order to jointly identify, anticipate and plan in time all those actions that will allow -as has been exemplarily done in the past- the preservation of the historical memory of the organization in the future and the promotion of its historical continuity, a central objective of the National Bank Greece since 1938.

4 things about the new lifestyle concept of the 100% Hotel Show

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New Event Date, Trending Brand Presentation, Design Concept section, More Workshops at the 100% Hotel Show in November in Athens.

Reaching its 12th edition, the 100% Hotel Show has proven to be the most contemporary Hotel Exhibition in Greece, as it is not hesitant to make changes in its structure to offer a fresh proposal to its visitors. From simplifying its booths to facilitate exhibitors' participation and visitors' discovery of desired solutions, to presenting more alternative companies than usual, the 100% Hotel Show continuously evolves into the most pertinent Exhibition, offering real solutions and innovation.

However, considering the highly demanding daily life of hoteliers and tourism workers during the season, the 100% Hotel Show is making an even more significant upgrade by creating a lifestyle institution that will ease the pressure on hoteliers and offer solutions and know-how in an even clearer way. With this in mind, the 100% Hotel Show announces the 4 major changes you need to know.

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New Date: The 100% Hotel Show moves to early November

Taking into account the workload of hotels and the need for early planning for the next season, the 100% Hotel Show is moving to November 9-11, a week earlier than its usual date. This way, hotel owners can visit the exhibition right after the season ends, with their needs still fresh, and have the opportunity for early planning for the next season. This also allows them to create the necessary personal rest time for December, traditionally the ''hotel holiday month.'' At the same time, participating companies will have the time advantage of making deals since they will be able to meet hotel owners much earlier than in other hotel events.

Presentation of Trending Brands: The most active companies in the industry present their solutions in a special section

Redesigning the first section of the exhibition, the most active companies in the hotel industry will have the opportunity to present themselves in the new Trending Brands section, standing out from the competition. This section will host some of the most impressive and conceptual booths and will promote regular micro-events that will create a key reference point for the exhibition, providing a different vibe that will turn the visit a truly pleasant and substantial experience. This section will give companies across the spectrum of hotel solutions the chance to present for the first time, with the launch of new products and services.

Hotel Design Section: Architects are now the core of the exhibition in terms of materials & construction

Building on the foundations set in previous events, architects are becoming even more dynamic to the exhibition's DNA, with more and more architectural firms participating as exhibitors. The new concept of the Hotel Design section puts the focus on the architectural firms that set the pulse and expertise, while this section will also host the leading companies with materials, furniture, fabrics, and technical companies that contribute decisively to hotel development. Thus, visitors will be able to discover design solutions and the specialists who can oversee the application and implementation.

More Workshops: In addition to the timeless Stage, a new room with Hotel Tech Demos is created

With Hotel Workshops being a cornerstone of the 100% Hotel Show, the exhibition takes the next step in hotel expertise by creating a special room for Hotel Tech Demos, covering practical issues of using hotel technologies. Specifically, this room will host the top companies in the field, practically training the audience in the use of booking engines, PMS, and RMS, while there will also be special sessions on Google Ads and social media use.

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Note the dates: Saturday, November 9 - Sunday, November 10 - Monday, November 11
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Museum-Library Stratis Eleftheriadis-Teriade| “Museums as a place for the promotion of education and research”

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On Saturday 18 May, participating in the celebration of the International Day of Museums ICOM 2024, the Str. Eleftheriadis Tériade Library-Museum, successfully organized a workshop on: “Museums as a place to promote education and research, the case of the Tériade Museum-Library“.

The event, which took place at the B&M Theocharakis Foundation, was initiated by the President of the Museum’s Board of Directors and President of the Development Committee of the World Federation of Friends of Museums (WFFM), Mrs. Lila de Chavez-Chronopoulou, the Director of the Museum, Mr. Konstantinos Maniatopoulos, Visual Art Historian and with the support of the University of the Aegean.

The conference was honoured and addressed by the Minister of Culture, Mrs.Lina Mendoni,, represented by the Commissioner-Scientific Associate for Contemporary Art, Mrs.Katerina Tselou,, who among other things, said that the Ministry, appreciating the value of this valuable cultural legacy, unique for Greece, in 2010, tried and succeeded to support it by modernizing it, with absolute respect to the spirit of the donor, ensuring its viability. The President of ICOM-EUROPE Dr Giuliana Ericani, who, among other things, stressed the necessity of connection and cooperation in the field of culture and research. The representative of the North Aegean Regional Governor, Mr Dimitris Kapetanas,, who conveyed the greetings and appreciation of the Regional Governor.

Mrs. Lila de Chavez-Chronopoulou, President of the Museum’s Board of Directors, welcomed the participants and developed the important points of Cultural Diplomacy and the relationship between the public and museums, stressing the importance of the two pillars of the museum sector worldwide, which are on the one hand the international bodies, ICOM, the museum professionals and on the other hand the WFFM, i.e. the Friends of Museums. He referred in detail to the multiple extroversion actions carried out by the Teriade Museum, announcing the organisation of exhibitions by the Museum in Italy and France.

They were followed by speeches by Mr Pascal Fulacher, Honorary Director of l’Atelier du Livre d’art et de l’Estampe et du patrimoine de l’Imprimerie Nationale. Mr Patrice Deparpe, Director of the Matisse Museum at the Cateau Cambrésis. Ms Eurydice Trichon-Milsane, Art Historian, Author and Chef de Projets, Beaubourg. On the part of the University of the Aegean, Mr. Christos Kalloniatis, Professor of the Department of Cultural Technology and Communication and Mr. Panos Grigoriou, Professor of Sociology and holder of the Jean Monnet European Chair. Dr. Aspasia Destouni, from the Faculty of Medicine of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and Scientific Director of NESTOR Business Development in the Netherlands, Estonia and Greece and Mrs. Angeliki Hatzi, Theatre Educator – Museum Educator. The speeches were concluded with the intervention of Mr. Konstantinos Maniatopoulos, Director of the Tériade Museum of Visual and Historical Art. The conference was moderated by Ms Iris Kritikou, Archaeologist-Historian of Art.

The event “Museums as a place for the promotion of education and research, the case of the Tériade Museum-Library“, provided the opportunity for a scientific and fruitful dialogue on the necessity of scientific research and cooperation between museums, research institutions and public bodies, in order to strengthen the social role and contribution of museums in a dynamically developing environment.

100% Hotel Show Athens: new date - Selected Brands - More Workshops

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The main event of the 100% Hotel Show returns to Athens on 09-11 November, a week earlier than its established date, giving hoteliers the opportunity to plan in time for the next season, and exhibitors a head start for lucrative deals.

The new, updated approach of the 100% Hotel Show upgrades the exhibition experience of visitors, since through the specially designed sections they will be able to discover more easily the solutions they are looking for and ideas that will evolve their accommodation! At the same time, the new exhibition structure gives Exhibitors a freer way of choosing where to set up their booth, providing for the first time the opportunity for all brands, regardless of the subject matter, to set up a dynamic presence in the first section of the Exhibition, while the other Sections acquire a more creative way of approaching the exhibition, with special zones and specials.

With the needs of hotels evolving dynamically, November's 100% Hotel Show emphasizes:

Gathering the most practical solutions that hoteliers can immediately implement in their properties.
In organizing more workshops and educational presentations related to hotel practices.
In the formulation of a more lifestyle exhibition logic that will allow the hotelier to de-stress after the season.

The exhibition is for new hotel investments, 5-star resorts & hotels, boutique hotels, villas, glamping, eco lodges, luxury travel agencies, architects, designers and hotel development and management companies.

The 100% Hotel Show will be held Saturday 09 to Monday 11 November at MEC Peania, and will once again host the dynamic 100% Hotel Design Awards, presenting new categories of contestants.

The New Sections

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100% Discoveries:

"This special section will host new businesses with innovative products and services discovered at the Fair."

These exhibits will be located at the entrance of the exhibition, giving visitors the opportunity to discover new trends and innovative solutions that are expected to impact the hotel market.

100% Trending Brands:

"The section that brings together the most active companies that are investing heavily in developing solutions for the hotel market."

Participants will present innovative solutions from construction to the sale of hotel services in a conceptual way, offering visitors the opportunity to see the latest products and services that are shaping trends in the industry.

100% Hotel Design:

"A variety of companies specialising in hotel design will exhibit their services and products."

From architectural firms and construction materials to selected furniture and decorative items, visitors will be able to find everything they need to upgrade the aesthetics and functionality of their accommodation.

100% Experience & Operation:

"This section focuses on shaping the guest experience at a property."

From gastronomy and hospitality services to the details of accommodation, exhibitors will showcase solutions that improve day-to-day operations and guest experience.

100% Hospitality Experts:

"This section will feature leading companies in hotel technology, sales and management."

Visitors will have the opportunity to meet experts who provide specialized solutions and services for the efficient operation and development of hotels.

100% Workshop Area:

"This new hybrid section combines presentations and workshops, creating an area of knowledge and innovation."

The main stage and Seminar Room will host talks and training sessions, giving guests the opportunity to learn from the best in the industry and incorporate new techniques and strategies into their business.

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The Solutions:

Architectural and interior design offices
Hotel development solutions
Premium architectural materials
High-end furniture
Unique hotel experience proposals
Hospitality technologies and software
Hotel sales services
Workshops and seminars

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100% Workshop Stage

Saturday 09 November 2024 - 100% Hotel Design: – 100% Hotel Design:

Workshops and seminars related to accommodation design and development. A day dedicated to design, with the 100% Hotel Design Awards ceremony.

Sunday 10 November 2024 - 100% Hotel Sales: – 100% Hotel Sales:

Workshops and seminars related to hotel marketing and sales. Participants will learn techniques and strategies to increase sales and promote their services.

Monday 11 November 2024 - 100% Villas & Luxury Apartments: – 100% Villas & Luxury Apartments:

Workshops and seminars related to the management and sale of villas and luxury apartments. The day will focus on the needs and challenges of managing these accommodations.

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Facts & Figures - Athens & Crete 2023-2024 – Athens & Crete 2023-2024

180 Exhibitors (70% Athens-30% Crete)
42 Workshops and Presentations (50% Athens-50% Crete)
48 Speakers (55% Athens-45% Crete)
2500 Workshop Attendees (65% Athens-35% Crete)
26293 Visitors (80% Athens-20% Crete)

The 100% Hotel Show 2024 promises to be a groundbreaking event that will set new standards in the luxury hospitality and hotel industry.

100% Hotel Sho

Sea Days 2024: Activities at the Aikaterini Laskaridis Foundation| 02 June 2024

PIRAEUS

The Aikaterini Laskaridis Foundation participates in the Sea Days and on Sunday, June 2, 2024 opens its doors to the public!

Visitors will have the opportunity to tour four different exhibitions:

The Foundation’s Maritime Collection , 12.00-13.00 & 13.00-14.00.
The exhibition of books of the 15th century «“Greek literature in early typography“», , 11.00-12.00 & 13.00-14.00.
The icons exhibition « “Faith and Art“», Velimezis Collection, 12.00-13.00.
The exhibition «“The Unknown Island“» by Lia Petrou and Sofia Kyriakou curated by Gelly Grintaki, 11.00-12.00..

In order to visit the exhibitions it is necessary to apply for participation!

Historical Library

2nd Merarchias 36 & Aktis Moutsopoulou, Piraeus

(metro station “Municipal Theatre”)

100% Hotel Show in Crete: 13-14 April International Exhibition Center of Crete | Heraklion

CRETE

The 100% Hotel Show announces for the first time 2 different events for 2024, evolving its exhibition model to international standards.

With Athens remaining the destination of the main Exhibition in November, but adapting its format to the new exhibition data, the Exhibition gives its spring rendezvous with its visitors with a second event in Crete in April, in an adapted concept that will become a reference point both for the important market of the island and for all the hotels of the Greek Hotel Market, on the threshold of the start of the Season.

Why in Crete?

With the thought that the hotel market needs a second meeting point with its suppliers and partners, closer to the opening of the hotels , the organization of a targeted hotel exhibition in the spring is now a tangible need .

The 100% Hotel Show invests in the organization of a second exhibition, choosing Crete and more specifically Heraklion , which is perhaps the most developed Tourism Market in Greece and a reference point for Hotel Entrepreneurship with significant investments in the sector.

At the same time, the Organization also gives a key message for the philosophy of decentralization of exhibitions from the classic urban centers, by organizing the first Panhellenic Exhibition in Crete , giving a new pillar for the development of the local economy , but also a significant contribution to the sustainability of the exhibition industry.

What is the difference between the Athens Main Event and the Seasonal Edition of Crete?

Both Events will maintain the key features of the 100% Hotel Show exhibition concept , bringing a mix of exhibition structures with both impressive and more flexible stand formats , and with Design, Development, Sales and Hotel Technology as central pillars. The main difference between the two events focuses on the one hand on the enhancement of the more immediate solutions that the Heraklion Seasonal Edition will present, as it will cover both the basic pre-opening needs of a hotel and the promotion of local suppliers while the Athens Main Event focuses on a more holistic dimension of a hotel's development , presenting solutions and new trends that concern a property at all stages of its development.

What you can find at the 100% Hotel Show | Crete

Architects
Investment Consultants
Building Materials
Furniture & Design Items
Equipment &Amenities
Booking Engine & Channel Manager
PMS, RMS &Data Tools
Hotels & Sales Management
Hotel Know-how Workshops

Εκθεσιακές Ενότητες του 100% Hotel Show στην Κρήτη

Design & Development: Αρχιτεκτονικά Γραφεία, Εταιρείες με Υλικά και Λύσεις Design, καθώς και Συμβουλευτικές Εταιρείες Ανάπτυξης Νέων Καταλυμάτων.
Experience & Operation Εταιρείες με Εξοπλισμό Ξενοδοχείου, Υπηρεσίες Οργάνωσης, Amenities αλλά και Πρώτες Ύλες.
Technology & Sales: Τεχνολογικές Εφαρμογές, Λογισμικά Οργάνωσης & Πώλησης Καταλυμάτων, Εταιρείες Management & Διαχείρισης Πωλήσεων.

Workshops του 100% Hotel Show στην Κρήτη

Με τα Ξενοδοχειακά Workshops να αποτελούν έναν από τους βασικούς πυλώνες του 100% Hotel Show, η Διοργάνωση θα διαμορφώσει ένα ειδικό workshop stage, φιλοξενώντας μερικές από τις πιο ενδιαφέρουσες παρουσιάσεις και ομιλίες. Καθώς είναι η πρώτη διοργάνωση στην Κρήτη, η πρώτη ημέρα θα αφιερωθεί 100% στον προορισμό, ενώ τη δεύτερη ημέρα οι θεματολογίες θα εστιάζουν στο preopening των ξενοδοχείων.

Day 1:

Επενδύσεις στην Κρήτη:Ευκαιρίες & Νέες Μορφές Καταλυμάτων
Τάσεις για την Κρήτη:Δεδομένα για την Ξενοδοχειακή Ζήτηση στην Κρήτη
Κρητική Ξενοδοχειακή Επιχειρηματικότητα:Case Studies που αλλάζουν την Αγορά
Η Αγορά των Βιλών στην Κρήτη: Τάσεις & Νέες Απαιτήσεις

Day 2:

Pre-Οpening της Σεζόν: Βασικές Διαδικασίες & Συμβουλές
Κανάλια Πωλήσεων: Έλεγχος & Αναθέρμανση
Στρατηγική Προσφορών: Προετοιμασία Πλάνου & Ενέργειες
Last Minute Προσωπικό: Πηγές & Τεχνικές Προσέλκυσης

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20th Thessaloniki Book Fair| 16-19 May 2024

THESSALONIKI

From 16 to 19 May 2024, the Hellenic Foundation for Culture organizes the 20th anniversary Thessaloniki International Book Fair (TIBF), which, as every year, will take place at the TIF-HELEXPO International Exhibition and Conference Centre, this year with Sharjah-UAE, one of the seven Emirates and the spiritual centre of the federal state of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as the guest of honour).

TIBF is one of the most renowned cultural institutions in Greece and abroad, with internationally renowned guests. An institution that highlights books and reading, the book market and the interaction of books with the arts, sciences and entrepreneurship.

The central tribute of this year’s exhibition, “Man and Machine“, puts the challenge of Artificial Intelligence at the centre of the discussions. Further thematic axes touch on contemporary concerns, such as “Women in Books” or “Stories from the Balkans“, while there will be tributes to the writers Franz Kafka, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his death, and Giorgos Ioannou . The children’s and teenagers’ corner will again host a variety of events to promote literacy, while the Dialogos Rights Centre and the highly successful international fellowship programme for book professionals will operate for the second year. In addition, there are various partnerships with European and international institutions that will be present at the event.

TIBF will also host the 10th Festival of Young Writers, the 8th Translation Festival, the 2nd Young Book Designers Award, the 2nd Meeting of Reading Clubs, as well as presentations of new publications, discussions, workshops, lectures, round tables, screenings, visual and theatrical events, parallel cultural activities in the city and in wider Macedonia.

10th Young Writers Festival

“Always be a poet, even in prose”, Charles Baudelaire

In the framework of the 10th Young Writers Festival, on Friday 17 (8-10pm) and Saturday 18 May (7-9pm), ten poets of the new generation will be hosted by poet and publisher Yorgos Alisanoglou in collaboration with poet Alexios Mainas: Eleni Athanasiou, Christina-Callirroi Garbi, Efthymia Giosa, Esmeralda Geka, Spyros Goulas, Alexandros Kordas, Valantis Mastoras, Vasilis Moschos, Stavroula Papadaki, Spyros Chairetis, who present their work through interesting discussions on the themes of contemporary poetry -on a personal and collective level-, framed by poetry readings, personal interviews and poetic conversations, highlighting the personal style of each participant, as well as the possibility of proposals and approaches to how poetry speaks and interprets today. They will be joined by the neo-hellenist professor Vassilis Lambropoulos, who will talk about the poetic landscape of young people in Greece today, and the poet-curator Alexios Mainas, who will contribute with questions and observations on issues of contemporary poetry.

The 10th Young Writers Festival introduces the innovative Poetry Black Box

A surprise awaits the visitors of the 20th Thessaloniki International Book Fair, because… “Where you wonder about things you see for the first time […] That is where poetry finds you…”[1]: Twenty poems are displayed non-stop at the Poetry Black Box (stand 14), a new initiative of the 10th Festival of Young Writers, giving the public the opportunity to isolate themselves between browsing the stands and getting in touch with the creations of 20 poets of contemporary Greek reality. In the action Veni Video Vici / Poetry in the age of the image , video artists, music producers, poets and poetesses jointly create new visual creations and invite the viewer to press Pause, to stop running in the aisles and, in the absolute isolation of the Poetry Black Box , to observe the videopoems, to process the material and to recreate anew what he sees evolving before his eyes.

The poets participating are: Alisanoglou Yorgos, Amanatidis Vassilis, Gioulos Dimitris, Gitsi Anastasia, Gogos Thanos, Doutsiou Sissi, Erinakis Nikos, Kallergi Lena, Koulouri Maria, Lalou Angeliki, Lioutsia Ioanna, Minas Alexios, Margariti Irini, Milia Penny, Panagiotou Eftichia, Papacharalambos Konstantinos, Pappa Irini, Rondini Patrizia, Stefaneas Petros, Chalkiadaki Niki. Curated by Anastasia Gkitsi, Yorgos Alisanoglou. Hellenic Foundation for Culture.

[1] Poetry finds you, Titos Patrikios, ed. Kichli

3rd Young Book Designers Award: the award ceremony at the 20th TIBF event

On Friday 17/5, 8-9pm, the announcement and award ceremony of the winner of the Young Book Designers Award competition will take place, as well as a discussion with representatives of the institution. Speakers: Lia Fakinou (EBGE),Beate Köhler (Director of the Goethe-Institut Thessaloniki), Nopi Hadjigeorgiou (Coordinator of the TIBF).

The Goethe-Institut Greece in collaboration with the Hellenic Foundation for Culture, the EBGE (Greek Visual Communication Design Awards), the Stiftung Buchkunst (German Book Art Foundation) and the Frankfurt International Book Fair, awards a prize every year especially for young Greek book designers. The competition is open to designers, printers, publishers and producers of creative book designs.

The Young Book Designers Award aims at detecting original, new ideas for the printed book as an object of design and aesthetic creation and consequently of developments in graphic design. By highlighting the talents of the younger generation, the award seeks to encourage modernity in a medium that is traditional but always relevant. The prize is awarded by a five-member jury composed of editors and book designers from Greece and Germany and appointed by the Goethe Institut, the Hellenic Foundation for Culture, Stiftung Buchkunst and EBGE. The winning titles are exhibited at the TIBF, travel to Frankfurt and Leipzig, take part in global competitions and participate in tours, matchmaking and networking activities. Coordinated by Lia Fakinou

8^st Translation Festival

Along with the Thessaloniki International Book Fair, this year marks the 20th anniversary of the Panhellenic Association of Professional Translators, Graduates of the Ionian University , which has been a constant presence at the TIBF since 2015.This year, the Association is organizing a discussion on the translation trends of the last decade in the publishing industry in a cross-disciplinary feminist perspective, as well as the opportunities that arise through the Women in Translation initiative. Guests are Dr Olga Castro from Spain, Distinguished Researcher at the Autonomous University of Barcelona and Associate Professor of Translation at the University of Warwick, England, and Dr Vasiliki Misiou, Assistant Professor of Literary Translation, Department of English Language and Literature, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.

At the same time, in the framework of the Translation Festival, Myrto Kalofolia (State Translation Award 2023) and Ioanna Andreou, under the coordination of Cleopatra Elaiotriviaris, will reveal the secrets of successful collaboration between translator and editor. Finally, the Association is organising a special, interactive presentation for primary school pupils on the topic “What a translator does for a living”, by the experienced translator Cleopatra Elaiotriviaris.

Institutes and organisations also arrange events related to translation, such as the Translation of Contemporary Slovenian and Croatian Literature into Greek with Ivan Sršen, Marija Dejanović, Thanos Gagos, etc., as well as related activities and events in the context of the honoured Sarja.

A key role in the field of translation is also played by the events and discussions in the context of the annual meeting of the European Network of Translation Programmes ENLIT, which will take place in Thessaloniki in the framework of the 20th TIBF. Greek publishers will have the opportunity to meet the 13 members of ENLIT, which was founded in the context of the Frankfurt International Book Fair in 2016 with the aim of developing translation support programmes to promote literature at national and international level. At the TIBF, the network will provide information on translation projects and participate in panels on translation projects. Present will be: Ainhoa Sanchez (Spain), Tiia Strandén (Finland), Kotryna Pranckunaite (Lithuania), Olena Odynoka (Ukraine), Pavel Sibyla (Slovakia), Katja Urbanija (Slovenia), Sinéad Mac Aodha (Ireland), Paul Hermans (Belgium/Flanders), Marife Boix-Garcia (Germany – Frankfurt International Book Fair), Margit Walsø (Norway), Martin Krafl (Czech Republic), Julià Florit Juan (Catalonia) and Alexandra Büchler (UK). The GreekLit translation project will be represented by Haris Meletiadis, a member of the project’s committee, through which 39 books have already been published in 19 languages.

Also valuable is the presence, in panels, of authors who have won the European Union Prize for Literature (EUPL), such as Martina Vidaic (Croatia, award 2023), Marente de Moor (Netherlands, award 2014,in Greek “The Dutch Virgin”, Bacchicon publications), Bianca Bellová (Czech Republic, prize 2017, in Greek “The Lake”, Bacchicon publications) and Giovanni Dozzini (Italy, prize 2019, in Greek “Babucar proceeded first”, Enastron publications). The Prize highlights Europe’s creativity and diversity in the field of prose writing, promotes literature through translations of the winning works and fosters intercultural dialogue. The initiative is supported by the European Commission’s CreativeEurope programme and coordinated by the European and International Booksellers Federation (EIBF), the European Writers’ Council (EWC) and the Federation of European Publishers (FEP), while in Greece it is coordinated by the Society of Authors.

Tribute to the 100th anniversary of Kafka’s death

On the occasion of the Franz Kafka anniversary year 2024, the Goethe-Institut presents the poster exhibition KOMPLETT KAFKA in cooperation with the award-winning artist Nicolas Mahler and the Literaturhaus Stuttgart (Stuttgart Literary House) at the 20th TIBF, giving visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves virtually in the mysterious world of Kafka’s novels, who, in addition to writing, also had a great passion for drawing. Also, on Saturday 18/5, 1-2 pm, the Goethe-Institut Thessaloniki, as part of the anniversary events “Kafka-Talks“, is organizing the Kafka Landscape, a panel discussion where writers, academics, political scientists and filmmakers will attempt to immerse themselves in the work of the great writer and his different and unknown “landscapes“. The participants are Dimitra Mitta, professor of literature and writer, George Fragoglou, professor of theatre and director, Stelios Vrachnis, director. Yianna Tsokou is the moderator. Actors of the Protasi Theatre Group will read excerpts from “Letter to His Father”.

Tribute to Giorgos Ioannou

The Hellenic Foundation for Culture collaborates with the Vafopouleio Cultural Centre of the Municipality of Thessaloniki for a multifaceted, interactive tribute to the important writer who was part of the soul and life of Thessaloniki and whose personal story meets the history of the city. Since 2014, Vafopouleio has had the exclusive and legal possession of the Collection of George Ioannou, part of which is also his literary archive, with a high collector’s value.

An exhibition of books, photographs and archival material from the George Ioannou Collection is held at stand 15 of the TIBF. On Thursday 16/5 at 5pm, an event entitled “The author George Ioannou “talks” with his city” will be held, moderated by the President of the Hellenic Foundation for Culture, Nikos Koukis, with the participation of Anastasia Vakaloudi, Dr. History – Dr. in inatruction of History and the Use of Information and Communication Technologies, Education Consultant of Eastern Thessaloniki Philologists, lecturer at the Hellenic Open University, Elena Avramidou, Associate Professor of Philosophy and Greek Studies at the Institute of World History of Art, Shanghai University of International Studies, China, member of the Executive Committee of the UNESCO Chair at the Ionian University, member of the Coordinating Committee of the International Society of Friends of Nikos Kazantzakis, Stelios Koukos, journalist, writer and Anastasia Hatzis, literary artist.

On Friday 17/5 at 9am at the Thessaloniki History Centre, Rodanthi Dimitresi narrates the “Tales of our people” by G. Ioannou At 6pm there will be an open tour for the public in the “George Ioannou Hall” at the Vafopouleio Cultural Centre.

On Saturday 18/5 at 6pm there is a Walk in the centre of Thessaloniki entitled With its signs above me. A “narrative” of the city through the references, descriptions, experiences and feelings of George Ioannou, as he captured them in his literary work or commented on them in interviews or articles in the press: Athanasia Boundidou, Vafopouleio Cultural Centre.

Registration for the tour of Vafopouleio and for the Walk at: https://opengov.thessaloniki.gr/opengov/eservices/vafo, tel: 231331 8687.

In the context of the tribute, on Friday 17/5 at 7pm the Central Municipal Library of Thessaloniki organizes a lecture by Dr. Byron Pissalides, entitled Sustainability and viability of the literary archives of George Ioannou and Leonardo Sciascia. A cross-cultural perspective on literary heritage.

Kedros Publications organize on Sunday 19/5, 1-2pm the event The words are a great need of the soul. Thomas Korovinis, writer-songwriter and Sophia Iakovidou, associate professor of Modern Greek Literature at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, will speak about the great writer. On the same day at 2pm, the publications Eneken-Culture Review with the publisher Giorgos Giannopoulos as a speaker, analyze the way and the conditions under which the contemporary literary and cultural landscape was shaped in the event History-Trauma-Rapture-Delight: The Case of George Ioannou and Dinos Christianopoulos.

Society for Epirotic Studies| “I Pompemeni”, a conference on the position of women| 29 March 2024

IOANNINA

The Region of Epirus and the Society for Epirotic Studies are organizing their fifth joint conference, entitled “I Pompemeni“. The conference will take place on Friday, 29 March 2024, at 10:00-20:00, at the Hall of the Society for Epirotic Studies.. It is an initiative that approaches issues of gender violence and the status of women throughout human history, with speakers making references to classical antiquity, medieval art and even cinema.

The event will begin with greetings from the regional governor of Epirus Alexandros Kachrimanis and the curator of cultural issues & gallery of the Society Nelly Tzimogianni, followed by a recitation by the philologist-historian, PhD candidate Dimitra Mytili.

The detailed programme of the conference is structured as follows:

10:45-11:00 Liampi Katerini, President of the Society for Epirotic Studies. – “Akuste chora ke chorianoi… Simera tha pompefti i Maria tu Toli-Strati, ke na min pai kaneis se doulia…”.
11:00–11:15 Douskou Ioanna, Historian, PhD Candidate – The suicide of women to avoid shaming in antiquity. Culpa est velle mori, culpaque nomme mori.
11:15–11:30 Κarantzia Athina, Historian, PhD Candidate -Decoding silence
Abuse of women in ancient Athens.
11:30–11:45 Gkasti Eleni, Professor of Ancient Greek and Latin Philology, University of Ioannina, Greece – Honor and blame in women’s discourse. The case of Tecmessa in Sophocles’ Ajax.
12:15–12:30 Chadeli Vasiliki, Historian, PhD Candidate – The abuse of women in ancient Rome. Myth, law and reality.
12:30–12:45 Stratsani Maria, Philosophy, PhD – Women artists. A forgotten contribution to poetry and music and a late recognition.
12:45–13:00 Margari Eleni, Art History, PhD – “Afti etsi ithele ke etsi epathe”. Gender violence in European art (15th-17th century).

During the afternoon meeting, the programme is structured as follows:

17:30–17:45 Batistatou Anna , MD, PhD Dean University of Ioannina – Discrimination and ethical harassment in the sciences.
17:45–18:00 Nakou Agni , Deputy Regional Governor of Epirus – Abusive behaviour in the region of Ioannina during the interwar period. Impressions and interpretations.
18:00–18:15 Mytili Dimitra , Philologist-Historian, PhD Candidate – Incidents of gender violence in Byzantine and medieval Arabic sources.
18:45–19:00 Verykiou Sofia , Historian– Louise Bourgeois: who weaves what, for whom and why
19:00–19:15 Karantza-Kotsia Mirella , Lecturer at the Department of Greek Language, Literature and Greek Culture, University “Ekrem Chabey”, Argyrokastro, “Mor’ Deropolitissa, mor’ kaimeni ze-mor’ zelemeni”. The role and position of women in the ethnic Greek minority yesterday and today.
19:15–19:30 Georgoulas Panagiotis , Theatrologist-Historian – Hidden and overt violence against women through the Greek drama and film industry.

The event will conclude with Dimitra Mytili on singing and Dimitra Stavrou on piano performing four songs of contemporary Greek music on the theme of women, orchestrated by Nikos Fassoulas and a monophonic song from the North Epirot Pandelis Nikou .

India| Dynamic presence of Athens at the international tourism exhibition “Outbound Travel Market” in Mumbai

INDIA

As part of the city’s strategy to strengthen and expand tourism contacts with the Indian market, Athens, through the Municipality of Athens’ Convention and Visitors Bureau (This is Athens – – CVB), participated for the first time in the international exhibition “Outbound Travel Market”” ( (OTM)), held in Mumbai, India, from 8 to 10 February .

OTM is one of Asia’s leading trade fairs that acts as a gateway to India’s tourism markets. Every year it attracts more than 35,000 visitors from 60 different countries, including 1,600 exhibitors and more than 1,000 tourism professionals.

In this first participation, the city of Athens had a double dynamic presence both at the EOT stand and at the stand of the European Association of Travel Agents (ETOA).

During the three-day exhibition, the representatives of the Athens Municipality Conventions and Visitors Bureau came into contact with more than 200 representatives of the Indian tourism industry, presenting all the modern infrastructure and advantages of the city which make it not only a competitive tourist destination, but also an ideal choice for film productions and weddings.

During the event, ETOA was awarded by OTM for its presence at the exhibition and received the award together with the representatives of Athens.

For more targeted networking with representatives of the Indian Market, the Athens Municipality Visitors and Conventions Bureau collaborated with the Indian Tourism Consultancy Group Nijhawan Group.

The trip took place in the framework of the integrated promotion strategy of Athens, aiming at attracting the Indian tourism market and creating a direct air link..

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Lecture| Harvard Professor Sarah M. Whiting will speak at the Vouleutikon of Nafplion| 29 January 2024

NAFPLIO

The Department of Architectural Engineering of Patras is organizing a lecture by Professor Sarah M. Whiting, Dean του Harvard University Graduate School of Design,, on Monday 29/1 @ 12:30 at Vouleutikon, Nafplion (Staikopoulou Street, next to Syntagma Square).

The lecture will be on the subject of: “Dynamic Wholes”

Under the auspices of the Municipality of Nafplion, with the cooperation of Harvard University, Center for Hellenic Studies, Nafplio, and the sponsorship of Achilleas and Costanza Konstantakopoulou.

Short bio of Professor Sarah M. Whiting:

Sarah Whiting has been Dean and Josep Lluís Sert Professor of Architecture at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design since 2019. She is also a design principal and co-founder of WW Architecture, based in Cambridge, and served as the Dean of Rice University’s School of Architecture from 2010 to 2019. Whiting obtained a interdisciplinary, self-directed Bachelor of Arts degree from Yale, a Master of Architecture from Princeton in 1990, and a Doctor of Philosophy in the History and Theory of Architecture from MIT in 2001. Whiting’s research and writing is broadly interdisciplinary, with the built environment at its core. An expert in architectural theory and urbanism, she is particularly interested in modern and contemporary architecture’s imbricated relationship with politics, economics, and society, and how the built environment shapes the nature of public life.

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Society for Epirotic Studies| 2nd Music Festival| 09-11 September 2024

IOANNINA

The Society for Epirotic Studies organizes for another year its Music Festival. This second edition of the Music Festival will take place on 9 and 10 September 2024 at Litharitsia Park. The first day of the Festival will present to their audience: George Papathanasiou, Nikos Sakoufis and OhToMiden while on the second day the music loving audience will enjoy Ask Tomorrow, Elephant, Move the Sun.

Afterwards, on Wednesday, 11 September 2024, a series of music workshops will take place at the Hall of the Society for Epirotic Studies. The workshops will start at 19:00 in the afternoon. The three workshops are structured as follows:

1. Percussion workshop for all: This is an experiential rhythm workshop, by Sammy Hasme.
2. The process of making a handmade guitar, introduced by Michalis Bougas (Hamor Guitars).
3. With the support of DELTA 360 School of Advanced Professional Training, Panos Papakostas (Noisyland Recordings) will present a workshop entitled "How music technology affects music traditions? The present and the future of sound, the globalization of music and their influence on a local level".

The entrance to the archaeological site of Knossos is transformed

CRETE

The project of the reconstruction of the entrance to the archaeological site of Knossos is a priority for the Ministry of Culture. The preliminary studies – architectural, structural, electromechanical and geotechnical – and the geotechnical study were carried out in the framework of a research project to connect the archaeological site with the urban and suburban fabric of Heraklion.

The Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni, said: “Knossos is the second most visited archaeological site in Greece, after the Acropolis. The promotion of its Minoan Palace – and five other palace complexes of the same era – is a priority for the Ministry of Culture. The Minoan Palace is our country’s nomination, in 2025, for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage List. With the aim of including the Minoan Palaces in a cultural route that highlights and assimilates the developmental dynamics of this unique heritage, we have planned a series of interventions for the restoration and promotion of these unique architectural ensembles. At Knossos Palace, restoration interventions are underway at important monuments of the archaeological site, as well as projects to improve the tour and accessibility. The present study is part of an overall redevelopment project of the archaeological site, but also of the wider urban area, which aims to regularise the entrance/exit areas, solving functional and aesthetic problems related to the stopping, movement and service of visitors. Our aim is to comprehensively transform the wider area and enhance the experience of visiting the site, as befits the archaeological and historical value of this particular palace.”

Roma Gallery| Jean Cocteau x Mylene Jampanoi| Temporal Transferences| 12 September-12 October 2024

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Roma Gallery presents the exhibition Temporal Transferences. , where Jean Cocteau’s work intertwines with Mylène Jampanoï’s latest creations. Cocteau’s painting depicts a frontal reflection. One could also discern the moment of seductive anticipation before the Kiss of two identical opposing figures, a description that serves as a counterpart for Jampanoi’s work. The pattern of reflection and mirroring is repeated in his oeuvre. Cocteau reverses any narcissistic suggestion and transcends psychoanalytic negotiations by creating passages and portals to another world.

Jean Cocteau’s paintings are a testament to his ability to weave complex stories through simple visual elements but with narrative depth. The mirror becomes a liminal space between reality and fantasy. It is a medium he uses not only to create symmetry but also to provoke the viewer’s perception. Faces and figures often appear as metaphors, reflected or corresponding in ways that suggest a dialogue between their identities. The exhibition also includes ceramics and drawings highlighting the artist’s fluid work across different media.

-Mylene Jampanoi’s forms contain interior and reflect exterior spaces. The body is a multiple reflection, beyond one-dimensional representation, yet its materiality remains. The forms are themselves the liquid mirror, bringing information to the surface or in immersion.

-Jampanoi’s work also turns to forms that reconstruct the relationship between the mythological past and modernist origins. References such as Pablo Picasso and the forms of Cocteau are inherent. Jampanoi grew up in the South of France where important modernist artists lived and left their work. She works between countries and also between fields, having set up her studio on the island of Tinos. So it is the light-filled drawings, the sky and the colours of the sea that create the archipelagic and temporal connections and metaphors.

Her work is captivating in its poetic simplicity. The background becomes staccato, acquires textures, and the human face to which she constantly returns emerges with intensity.Everything lends a sense of balance while proportions change and gestures recede from the expected. The artist approaches the uncomfortable endearingly; any contraction of the gaze seems part of the poetics of love, a moment of transition that ends in a reverie or grasping of happiness.

Opening: Thursday 12.09.2024 (19.00 – 22.00)

Duration: 12.09 – 12.10.2024

Free Entry

Zoumboulakis Galleries| Voula Karampatzaki- Structures| 12 September-05 October 2024

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Zoumboulakis Galleries presents the exhibition of Voula Karampatzaki entitled “Structures“, from 12 September to 5 October 2024.

This is her first solo exhibition at the gallery.

She will present her installation consisting of sculptures, paper constructions of various sizes and wall pieces.

The installation includes works that seem timeless and scattered in a non-place. Her buildings started in a “spontaneous and instinctive” way. But then the connection between human construction and one of the most basic human needs, the need for protection, was identified.

The buildings protect him from man himself, from nature, but they also protect nature (artificial lakes, dry stone walls), plants, animals and his gods. At the same time, through her works, Karampatzaki also highlights her wider concerns.

How traditional and folk arts evolve, what is the place of manual labour today, what changes are taking place due to artificial intelligence, what is the interaction of architecture with the natural environment, myths and religions, the aesthetic value of matter, collective memory – but above all, as she herself writes, “how all these unconsciously function as occasions for the discovery of our deeper self and our relationship with the world”.

The artist’s buildings (temples, altars, monasteries, lighthouses, columns, etc.) are in a constantly changing state that seems to lead sometimes to decay and sometimes to their erection.

The use of two kinds of cardboard becomes the vocabulary with which Karampatzaki articulates her above concerns. Matter is transmuted into something sacred-metaphysical.

A Short Bio:

Born in Crete, Voula Karampatzaki is an artist who shapes her work by conversing with contemporary reality and tradition. She lives and works in Athens. She studied at the Athens School of Fine Arts (2018-2024), at the B’ Sculpture Workshop with Professor Nikos Charalambidis and graduated from the H’ Painting Workshop with Professor Zafos Xagoraris. From 1999 to 2005 she studied art conservation, silversmithing and weaving. Since 2007 she participated in many group activities and exhibitions in Greece and abroad. Her works belong to permanent collections of museums – Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation (PLI), Elias Lalaounis Jewellery Museum (ILJM), Heraklion Museum of Fine Arts , Virtual Museum of the Branding Heritage Cultural Institution – as well as to private collections such as Romeo Gigli’s and others. Since 2006 she is a member of the project “Contemporary Amphiaraea” (spin-off of the University of Crete) which, among other things, promotes the synthesis of visual arts and sciences.

Structures,2024, at Zoumboulakis Galleries is her first solo exhibition.

Exhibition Duration: 12 September–5 October 2024

Zoumpoulakis Galleries, Kolonaki Square 20

Opening Hourds:Tue.,Thur.&Fri.11.00-20.00

Wed. & Sat.11.00–15.00

Sundays & Mondays closed

Mytilene Castle is restored and highlighted

LESVOS

The protection and enhancement of the Mytilene Castle is progressing rapidly. A number of important studies have now been completed – geotechnical, architectural, structural studies of the Great Enclosure, the Acropyrgos, the Ottoman Powder keg- so that the restoration work, which is being carried out by the Ministry of Culture through the competent Ephorate of Antiquities of Lesvos, can proceed without any problems.

North and West Wall of the Lower Castle

The aim of the project is the restoration of the structures to ensure their structural continuity, with the meticulous preservation of all original materials. The interventions include strengthening the structure of the upper section, installing a drainage system, completing the arches in the gun ports, constructing new parapets on the western wall and completing the cobbled walkway.

Great enclosure of the Upper Castle

The complex of the Great Enclosure is facing structural problems, problems of operation and safety of visitors, as well as problems of highlighting its archaeological value. In terms of visitor safety, the complex is not accessible to visitors due to its poor state of preservation and the difficulty of access to all areas. The Acropyrgos in particular is practically inaccessible, as there is no bridge to its entrance and no possibility of descending to the ground floor level. The work planned for the Acropyrgos, the Towers and the Peribolos involves interventions in the walls, the visitor corridors and the openings. In the Powder keg, the works concern the masonry, vaults, arches, roof, openings, floors and railings. The aim is to restore the structures to ensure their structural continuity, preserving the original materials and incorporating new structures such as railings, staircases and pathways to facilitate visitor access.

NEON| Space of Togetherness| At the National Theatre of Greece Drama School-The School of Athens Irene Papas| 09 September-20 October 2024

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NEON Culture and Development Organization presents the exhibition space of togetherness at the Drama School of the National Theatre Greece / School of Athens – Irene Papa, from 9 September to 20 October 2024.

NEON, under the direction of Elina Kountouri, presents an exhibition that raises some of the most pressing questions facing Europe and the world today. The movement of people, cultures and ideas is shaping Europe as a space of flows through the interaction and exchange of cultural differences. The space of togetherness is an exhibition about stories that are revealed when races, politics and human rights intersect.

The exhibition space of togetherness is being developed in the premises of the Drama School of the National Theatre in Athens. The School plays an important role in the cultural life of the city as it functions as a focus of artistic practices and is a living space where students of different social origins, backgrounds and cultures coexist. Since 1930, when the School was founded at the same time as the National Theatre, it has been a laboratory dedicated to the creative exploration of the actor’s art and an artistic educational institution that fosters pedagogy and progressive ideas.

The exhibition and public programme of the fair seeks to coexist with the activities of the Drama School, creating an open, living laboratory.

The exhibition space of togetherness will explore how preconceived ideas about racism, social mobility, migrants’ rights and how a sense of belonging, coexistence, is woven into our everyday lives through the diversity of class, race, gender. Participating artists, female artists and collectives present artistic practices that challenge stereotypes:

Igshaan Adams, Taysir Batniji, Enri Canaj, Døcumatism, Mona Hatoum, Patricia Kaersenhout, Bouchra Khalili, Menelaos Karamangkiolis, Grada Kilomba, Tarik Kiswanson, Sophie Kovel, Kalliopi Lemos, Maria Loizidou, Malgorzata Mirga–Tas, Stella Nastou, Kostas Roussakis, Georgia Sagri, Antrea Tzourovits, VASKOS, Marianna Christofidou..

The exhibition will be accompanied by a public programme that will bring together various actors, including artists, academics, civil society organizations and policy makers.

As part of its space of togetherness, NEON carried out infrastructure construction work in the unrenovated spaces of the School, in line with its principle of creating and donating infrastructure to all the spaces it works with and opening up unexpected spaces of cultural significance to the public.

You may seek more information at neon.org.gr

Ηistorical Archives Museum of Hydra| Exhibition of rare editions-”Vacation”| 01 September-27 October 2024

HYDRA

On the first of September, the Hydra Book Club will again animate the island’s literary scene for the fourth season at the GSA/Historical Archives – Museum of Hydra, from September.1st until October 27th.

This survey of work by the nearly 100 years of an uninterrupted literary scene on Hydra is the foundation of the exhibition. Each year, a thematic selection creates context to provoke a new interpretations, and to challenge and stimulate visitors.

The presentation includes an exciting mix of new, vintage, and exceptional rare editions. Last year, the founder and creator of the Hydra Book Club, Josh Hickey presented Hydra as a pretext, an archetype intended to be a symbol of an idealized world – a utopia. This year, he choose to confront the joy, the absurdity, the amusement, the anticipation, the expectation, the nostalgia, the destruction, the chaos, the obligation, the expense, the sacrifice, the liminality, the escapism, the colonialism, the parties, and the friendships that form the structure of this parentheses of time we call vacation.

In the 1930s, the painter Nikos Hadjikyriakos Ghikas began inviting Greek and international artists and writers to his family home on the hillside atop the village of Kamini. He was passionate about creating a place and time where friendships would flourish, and great works of art would be birthed. This was the origin of the cultural community which still exists on the island. We could say the nearly one hundred years of Hydra’s artistic and literary scene started with a vacation. We are together on vacation, floating serenely in the ever-changing waters of the Saronic Gulf.

The practice of vacation today most often involves travel – a voluntary, planned, and often joyous movement which becomes more troubling when set into a contemporary context of the involuntary, unplanned movements of populations across the Mediterranean (and the world) and the distressed environment which strains to support increasing numbers of tourists. As we repeat a summer holiday, as we leave and return, we underline the passing of time, and memory blurs into melancholy. The choreographed movement of boats coming in and out of the port reflect these emotions which I attempt to express through this new selection of contextual literature. A second volume of the Journal of the Hydra Book Club accompanies the exhibition with a new group of Greek and international contributors writing about “vacation”.

This annual Journal of fiction, poetry, essay and image enables co-editor Filip Niedenthal and I to engage with a range of writers, artists, curators, critics, and photographers both on and off the island of Hydra.

Selini. The primal symbol of the myths| The August events

GREECE

Already in antiquity, Selene took her place in myths as the goddess of the moon, daughter, wife and mother of gods and divine creatures such as Leo of Nemea and Hores (who represented the seasons of time). However, her most famous love affair was with the mortal shepherd Endymion, whom she put into eternal sleep so that he would never die.

Victor Florence Pollet, mid 19th century (painted)

Similarly, as Luna she was worshipped by the Romans who had given her a triple status according to the phases of the moon: Luna for the full moon, Hecate for the period when the moon is unseen and Diane for the new moon and its first days.

The Moon was certainly worshipped all over the world, in the Mediterranean, America, Australia. Myths and cults associated with the phases of the moon were associated with fertility, magic, divination.

In Aztec mythology, the gods created the Sun and the Moon, which originally had the same glow, in order to counteract darkness. However, they now had to deal with the constant and intense light. The solution to this problem was found by throwing a rabbit at the Moon which reduced its brightness but also caused the characteristic marks on the surface of the Moon. A similar myth with the Rabbit on the Moon exists in the myths of East Asian, Chinese, Japanese and Korean peoples. In the Norse myths the wolf Hati Hróðvitnisson or Mánagarmr chased the moon goddess Mani in the night sky and managed to swallow her. The same fate befell the Sun, plunging the world into a severe winter that lasted three long years. According to the Jewish tradition, the Moon is a creation of God and not a self-existent deity as the pagan peoples believed and even had human characteristics. The Moon played a central role in the life of the Israelites. The Jewish calendar was formed around its phases and it was worshipped as a manifestation of God.

Selene on her chariot, detail from the case of sarcophagus with the myth of Endymion and Selene. Roman artwork of the Imperial period.

Of course, the moon, along with the sun and the stars, were for millennia also observed by sailors, shepherds and farmers in order to predict weather conditions, calculate distances and routes.

Now man has studied, photographed and stepped on the moon. Yet Science has not been able to shake off its fascination. The Full Moon in particular continues to “enchant” the world.

The August Full Moon is the most “popular” in our country not only because of its brightness and size but also because it coincides with a holiday period. Most of us have the opportunity, perhaps with less stress, to see the moon in some, beach, mountain, forest, in some landscape that “fits” best with the Full Moon.

The August 2024 events

AKROPOLIS MUSEUM

The Acropolis Museum celebrates August Full Moon on Monday 19 August 2024,with a concert by the historic Hellenic Air Force Band, with Greek songs about the moon, film music and famous melodies from abroad, performed, in the Museum’s entrance courtyard at 9 p.m.

The Hellenic Air Force Band consists of senior and junior officers – high-level musicians who studied at various conservatories of the country and were admitted into the ranks of the Air Force after passing certain examination. The Band takes part in worldwide music festivals and leads the 5th Avenue parade in New York dedicated to March 25th celebrations of the Greek expatriates. Major Alexandros Litsardopoulos is the Conductor of the Band. The singers that will perform are Sofia Zova and Aggelos Mousikas.

On Monday 19 August 2024, the Museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., like every Monday as usual.

On the occasion of Full Moon the same day, the Museum and its restaurant will open from 8 p.m. until 12 midnight. Irrespectively from the free concert of the Hellenic Air Force Band that will take place in the Museum courtyard at 9 p.m., for visitor entrance to the Museum exhibition galleries the general admission fee will apply..

Reservations to the Museum restaurant can be arranged by telephone or email (+30 210 9000915, restaurant@theacropolismuseum.gr).

The "Museum of Excavation" will not be open for the Full Moon.

Kilkis| Illumination of the archaeological site of ancient Evropos

KILKIS

The Ministry of Culture, through the competent Ephorate, is proceeding with the installation of lighting for the promotion and security of the archaeological site of ancient Evropos, a particularly important city of ancient Macedonia.

The ancient city of Evropos has been continuously inhabited from the 5th pre-Christian millennium BC until the 6th post-Christian century. The archaeological site that can be visited today includes part of the cemetery, which dates back to Roman and early Christian times. With the implementation of the lighting project the needs for night-time safety lighting in the areas for visitors to tour and walk around, based on the lighting levels required per site, will be adequately covered.

The Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni said: “Ancient Evropos was an important city at the core of the Macedonian kingdom, with a timeless history, as evidenced by the excavation research in the city and its cemeteries. With the operation of the Information Centre by the Ephorate of Antiquities of Kilkis, the information of visitors about the timeless history of ancient Europos, the city and its cemeteries has been upgraded. With the illumination of the archaeological site, which hosts a variety of cultural events, we enhance the safety of the site, its aesthetics and functionality”.

The lighting covers the night-time operation of the public service buildings, the events area, the walkways and the parking area. At the same time, security lighting – distinguishable from the rest of the archaeological site due to its special character – is provided in the cemetery and burial monuments, the tour corridor before the burial complex and the area surrounding the cemetery.

Completion of the strategic study for the landscaping of the E.V.M.E. Industrial Complex at 260 Pireos Street

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The Ministry of Culture has completed the strategic study of the landscaping of the buildings classified as monuments of the E.V.M.E. S.A. Industrial Complex (formerly Tsaousoglou), in the context of the restoration and promotion of the industrial complex, following its direct purchase by the Ministry of Culture. The buildings are typical examples of large-scale industrial constructions, with a simple aesthetic, as required by the standards of the second half of the 20th century, using reinforced concrete for the load-bearing elements and the required electromechanical installations (electricity, elevators). The buildings are intended to accommodate cultural uses.

The industrial complex at 260 Pireos Street falls within the boundaries of the Municipalities of Tavros Moschato-Renti. On the plot of land at 260 Pireos Street, with an area of 28.286 sq.m., there are ten functional independent buildings, with a total building area of 26.997 sq.m. Some of them have been granted for use to the ODAP and to the HELLENIC FESTIVAL, which uses parts of the premises as theatre tents with the necessary auxiliary facilities.

The object of the strategic study is the design of the general layout of the external areas of the complex, the public movement (entrances, routes, accesses) and the movement of vehicles (heavy duty, service, employee cars, visitors’ cars), in order to serve the proposed uses. A discrete subject of the design is the planting of the site, water management, paving materials in accordance with the principles of landscape ecology, biodiversity, resilience and the creation of sustainable ecosystems. The aim is to preserve the industrial style of the site, with interventions that transform the old industrial facility into a modern public gathering place and cultural venue.

With the demolition of secondary buildings and the opening of passages in existing buildings, a network of movements and views is created both within the industrial complex and in its relationship with the city. The free space between the buildings gives the impression of being occupied by nature, with tree planting and shrubs and bushes covering a total area of more than 2000 m2 . The result is a kind of park with localised dense and sparse vegetation, capable of hosting a variety of events.

The green intervention is completed with the creation of a three-dimensional/vertical garden with climbing plants, which utilises the load-bearing structure of the industrial shell. The existing industrial outdoor space retains its character, while at the same time, through the use of natural, simple materials, it is transformed into a meeting and event venue. The aim is to make the complex energy independent through the use of solar and geothermal energy and its energy certification as “green”.

National Gallery-Alexandros Soutsos Museum| Democracy| 11 July 2024-2 February 2025

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This year marks half a century since the restoration of democracy in our country (1974) after the collapse of the seven-year dictatorship of the colonels.

Marios Vatzias| Athens Polytechnic School, 1975

However, the two years between 1974 and 1975 were pivotal for the Mediterranean countries of Southern Europe as democracy was restored in Portugal in 1974 with the “Carnation Revolution” and the following year in Spain after the death of Franco.

Konstantinos Parthenis| Head of Athena, 1924

The organization of the exhibition “Democracy” at the National Gallery has been underway since the year Mrs. Syrago Tsiara took over as director. This is the first major, international exhibition that deals with the relationship between art and democracy during one of the most decisive periods in the history of Southern Europe, as three countries, Greece, Portugal and Spain, moved from an authoritarian regime to a democratic constitution.

The exhibition is structured around five main thematic axes “The Face of the Enemy“, “Resistance“, ” Revolt” and “Insurrection” in which the “belated May ’68” experienced by the three countries is highlighted. The experience of the dictatorship, the violence of the regime, the resistance, the revolution, international events such as the Vietnam War, the position of women will be at the centre of artistic creation and will find their place in exhibitions, collectives, publications, posters, etc.

Fernando Botero| Franco, 1986

As the director of the National Gallery and curator of the exhibition Syrago Tsiara notes in her curatorial text: “.…Following the continuities, cracks and rearrangements on the path to democratization in all three countries, we explore the particular texture, color, sounds, composition and response of artists to the radical transformation, the liberating force released in the collective body by the assertion of democratic rights, as well as the visual management of the trauma of the dictatorships.”

Yannis Gaitis, The Bird, 1971

The exhibition DEMOCRACY is an overall project in which 55 artists and groups of artists participate. It will include 140 artworks from Greece, Spain and Portugal, as well as posters, video projections and performances. The exhibition will include a film tribute and a conference on democracy and the visual arts.

Yorgos Sikeliotis| Angel Warrior, 1976

Νational Gallery-Alexandros Soutsos Museum

11 July 2024-2 Februrary 2025

Curator: Syrago Tsiara

Main Building-Temporary Exhibition Hall-“Antonios E. Komnenos Foundation”

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Costa Navarino| Oxbelly Retreat 2024

PYLOS

Oxbelly has announced the participants of the Oxbelly Retreat 2024, which took place from 22 to 30 June in Costa Navarino. The Oxbelly Retreat is an annual, international gathering of creatives dedicated to sharing ideas, deepening technical training, and broadening artistic horizons through cross-cultural dialogue.

The 2024 edition included specialised programmes for writers in film, television and literature, open to participants from all over the world. Oxbelly continues to set itself apart from conventional models of arts programs by opening and encouraging dialogue and interaction between participants, advisors and special guests of the three programs, thus deepening the intersection between the film, literature and television industries.

The Screenwriters programme, led by Nicole Perlman (GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY), hosted 10 screenwriters who are in the process of developing their second feature film. The Episodic Writers program, led by Jen Blake (JOYLAND) and Jörg Winger (DEUTSCHLAND 83) brought together 10 promising writers working on their first original fiction series. The Fiction Writers program, directed by Chigozie Obioma ((AN ORCHESTRA OF MINORITIES), hosted ten emerging writers seeking to upgrade their technique, and strengthen their literary voice.

In attendance as Oxbelly 2024 Consultants and Special Guests were Michael Almereyda, Ritesh Batra, Jen Blake, Nazrin Choudhury, Willem Dafoe, Merve Emre, Maureen Fazendeiro, Eva H.D, Miguel Gomes, Isabella Hammad, Marielle Heller, Fanny Herrero, Barry Jenkins, Elnathan John, Charlie Kaufman, Alejandro Landes, Gonzalo Maza, Imbolo Mbue, Chigozie Obioma, Nicole Perlman, Klaudia Reynicke, Fiammetta Rocco, Kristen Roupenian, Vera Santamaria, Simon Van Booy, Lulu Wang, Anna Webber, Anna Winger, Jörg Winger and Femke Wolting.

The 2024 Oxbelly Participants:
Steve Anthopoulos (Australia) – BAND OF BOYFRIENDS – Episodic
Helen Beltrame-Linné (Brazil) – DAUGHTERS OF THE SEA – Screenwriters
Fayssal Bensalah (Algiers) – Fiction
Savannah Bowen (USA) – Fiction
Linh Duong (Vietnam) – DARK NIGHT, WHITE LIGHT – Episodic
Martika Ramirez Escobar (The Philippines) – DAUGHTERS OF THE SEA – Screenwriters
Iuli Gerbase (Brazil) – EXOTIC NECKS – Screenwriters
Ahmad Ghossein (Lebanon) – THE SIDE EFFECTS OF TRUSTING LIFE – Screenwriters
Robert Goldsbrough (GB) – PINK PRESS – Episodic
Georgis Grigorakis (Greece) – NEKTAR – Screenwriters
Avi Heikkinen (Finland) – THE FOG – Episodic
Γιώργος Ηλιόπουλος (Greece) – BUCKS – Episodic
Ερατώ Ιωάννου (Cyprus) – Fiction
Sophie Jarvis (Canada) – TAKING THE WATERS – Screenwriters
Aziza Kasumov (Azerbaijan) – Fiction
Marco Kaye (USA) – Fiction
John Magary (USA) – RECESS – Screenwriters
Subhadra Mahajan (India) – MOH – Screenwriters
Tonia Mishiali (Cyprus) – MAYA – Screenwriters
Chido Muchemwa (Zimbabwe) – Fiction
Hassan Muhammad (Nigeria) – Fiction
Charles Muhumuza (Uganda) – Fiction
Makena Onjerika (Kenya) – Fiction
Δημοσθένης Παπαμάρκος (Greece) – NEKTAR – Screenwriters
Solina Riekkola (Finland) – THE FOG – Episodic
Mais Salman (Jordan) – UNFOLLOWED – Episodic
Theo Toksvig Stewart (GB) – ISLE OF MANY – Episodic
Γιώργος Τελτζίδης (Greece) – BUCKS – Episodic
Jana Zeineddine (Jordan) – UNFOLLOWED – Episodic
Yi Zhu (China) – Fiction

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The Acropolis Museum: tour in the new Excavation Museum

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From 26 June, one more space has been added to the Acropolis Museum. The “Excavation Museum” houses 1,150 objects from the thousands left behind by the people who lived in the Museum’s neighbourhood for more than 4,500 years. A witness to the continuous habitation of the city, the demanding, “surgical” archaeological excavation was put to best use by the Museum.

A difficult bet that was won was the difficulty of constructing a semi-subterranean exhibition space that is visitor-friendly despite the high temperatures and humidity. For this purpose, complex mechanical and hydraulic installations were utilized to ensure thermal stability.

The 1150 objects on display are only part of the objects discovered. They have been chosen to capture the imagination of visitors, to move them and to remind them that this is a “living neighbourhood” that has been inhabited for more than 4500 years.

The objects placed in the 35-metre long showcase, next to the workshops, the streets, the houses of the inhabitants, highlight the everyday life of the people who lived in this city thousands of years ago.

“This city will always pursue you\You’ll walk the same streets\ grow oldin the same neighborhoods…”. With these verses by Cavafy, the Director General of the Acropolis Museum, Professor Nikolaos Chr. Stambolidis opened his speech. And indeed, in this quarter, the Athenians of the Late Neolithic up to and including those of the 13th century AD “coexist”. Χ. The exhibits reveal their beliefs, religious concerns, philosophical concerns, professional activities, eating habits and living conditions of the inhabitants. As Mr. Stambolidis pointed out: “Works different from the architectural perfection of the monuments of the Sacred Rock and the surrender of the soul to the aesthetic supervision of the exhibits of the Acropolis Museum, the Museum of the excavation, “the Museum under the Museum” highlights and refers to things everyday, which are close and touch the human existence, which move“!

The official opening of the “Excavation Museum” was held by the President of the Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou.

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All of Greece One Culture 2024| The programme of events

GREECE

The highly successful institution of the Ministry of Culture “All Greece one culture“, one of the most important cultural events of the country, returns this summer with its fifth ambitious organization, giving new life to the unique setting of archaeological sites, monuments and museums in every corner of Greece. The rich and varied programme of events and activities of 2024, with the concept of Conflict as its central theme, will offer an unforgettable experience in ancient theatres, Byzantine museums, castles, fortresses, forts, holy monasteries, churches, mosques, mansions and prehistoric settlements.

For two whole months, from 1 July to 31 August 2024,, the regional audience will have the rare opportunity to enjoy a programme consisting of 70 new productions of the highest quality which will be hosted in 68 archaeological sites, monuments and museums in 12 regions of Greece. The programme covers a wide range of fields of artistic expression with a total of 140 events of music (25), theatre (19), performances/activities for children and teenagers (9), dance (7), visual/performance art (6) and musical theatre (4). All events are offered free of charge by the Ministry of Culture. Pre-bookings for the events from 1 to 14 July start on Tuesday 25/6 via the new website of the institution: www.allofgreeceoneculture.gr

THE PROGRAMME

1, 2 July

Music Journey to the Balkans for symphony orchestra, mixed choir and narrator Music creation, editing by Yannis Bellonis Ancient Theatre of Philippi, Kavala

Theatre
Psychorragimata
Direction, set design, stage design: George Koutlis
Acherontas Necromancy, Preveza

Visual Arts / Performance
Biography of a software
Script, direction, prompt engineering: George Drivas

Pikionis Pavilion, Delphi, Greece

2, 3 July

Music
SOMNIA PACIS: Dreaming of peace
Conceived by Yannis Papatzanis, Andreas Paragioudakis, Katerina Adamara
Fortezza Rethymnon

3, 4 July

Visual Arts / Performance
Constellations that re-explode
Curator Eva Vaslamatzi.
Tavaniotis Mansion, Maroneia
Duration until 31/7

4,5 July

Theatre
Diati i milia den egine milea
Based on the short story of the same name by George Viziinos
Directed by Elissaios Vlachos
Castle of Lamia

5, 6 July

Music
Trisevgeni
Conception, text editing, classical guitar: Korina Vougiouka
Original music composition: Tasos Rosopoulos
Messos Sanctuary of Lesvos

6, 7 July

Music
The language of shells
String Orchestra “Thanasis Tsipinakis” of the Municipality of Patras
Song: Thodoris Voutsikakis – Recitation: Marina Kalogirou
Ancient Dodoni Theatre, Ioannina

Performance / Action for children and teenagers
Some pieces of stone
Text composition: Eri Kyrgia
Directed by Sophia Vgenopoulou
Archaeological site Zoni, Alexandroupolis

8, 9 July

Theatre
Renato Mordo: The Hours
Directed by Christos Lygas
Archaeological site of Avdira, Xanthi

9, 10 July

Theatre
The Island of Miracles
Directed by: Thanasis Kritzakis, Dimitris Babilis
Dramaturgy: Team Aparamilon
Ancient Theatre of Samos (Wooden)

10, 11 July

Dance
Afternoon dances
Choreography: Dimitris Mytilineos
Archeological Museum of Nemea

11, 12 July

Music
Three mahallas and a bazaar
Conception, musical arrangement, song/performance: Natasha Tsakiridou
Zinzirli Mosque, Serres

Theatre
I, Medea
Directed by: Gina Thliveri
Ottoman Mosque of Osman Shah (Qursum Mosque), Trikala

Theatre
The world that stands among us
Text: Katerina Louvari Fasoei
Director: Pantelis Dentakis
Church of the Virgin Mary (Red Church), Vourgareli, Arta

12, 13 July

Music
The path of tears
Direction, music, dramaturgy, intertextual composition by Violet Louise
Ancient Theatre of Aegira, Achaia

Performance / Action for children and teenagers
Last Hour: Gymnastics
Text, director: Danae Liodaki
Palamidi Fortress, Nafplion

13, 14 July

Theatre
A bright elegy for Anthoula Stathopoulou
Directed by:Yannis Soldatos, Efi Venianaki
Center of Byzantine Culture – Byzantine Museum of Halkidiki

Theatre
Karagiozis in 31 BC in Alexandria
Conception, curator: Fotini Papachatzi
Caricaturists: Athos Danellis, Spyros Angelopoulos
Roman Odeon of Nikopolis, Preveza

Performance / Action for children and teenagers
The journey of a note
Pianist, composer: Stavros Lantsias
Music teacher: Konstantina Christou
Konaki Prodromou, Karditsa

14, 15 July

Music
Phygital
Georgios Apergis, Alexis Retsis – With the participation of the artistic group DEN
Castle of Rio

Theatre
Grandfather Whanganui: The true story of the river that became a man
Text, direction: Anthi Founta
The Holy Monastery of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, Grevena

15, 16 July

Music
In the Labyrinth: Testimonies and poems of imprisoned women
Director: Natasha-Fay Kosmidou
The archaeological site of Mantinia, Arcadia

16, 17 July

Theatre
Here’s how it started
Based on the novel Journey to the End of the Night by Louis-Ferdinanne Céline
Directed by Victoria Fotas
Old Fortress of Corfu

18, 19 July

Dance
hot dark matter
Concept, choreography: Zoi Efstathiou
Nestor’s Palace, Pylos

Visual Arts / Performance
The River / Voicing Water
Christina Nakou / The river
Anna Pagalou / Voicing Water
Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
Duration until 31/8

19, 20 July

Musical theatre
Sasma’s Itza or The Upside Down Dance

Text, director: Konstantinos Markellos

Ancient Theatre of Yitanes, Thesprotia

20, 21 July

Music
Artificial trust
Music composition: Orestis Papaioannou
Conception, dramaturgy, libretto: Alekos Lountzis
Director: Alexandros Euclidis
Ancient Plevronas Theatre, Messolonghi

Visual Arts / Performance
+THLIPSIS
Group exhibition

Co-curated by Sophia Zoitou, Maria Maneta, Sophia Elise Bouratsis
The holy monastery of Ursulines in Tinos
Duration until 21/8

Visual Arts / Performance
Otherlands
Visual artist: Petros Moris, Conductors: Jeff Wager, Savina Giannatou

Curator: Stefie Stouri

Archaeological site of Heraion of Perachora, Corinthia
Duration of the exhibition: from 1 to 21/7

22, 23 July

Music
Erini – Males
Artistic editing, singing: Erini
Roman Agora of Delphi

Theatre
Campos
Direction, dramaturgy: Elektra Ellinikiotis
Ottoman Bath, Castle of Chios

Visual Arts / Performance
George Zarkos: Three stones, a window and an imprisonment
Concept, direction: Aris Balis.
Patras Castle

24, 25 July

Performance / Action for children and teenagers
Lucky Luke is afraid
Text, direction:Taxiarchis Deligiannis, Vassilis Tsiuvaras
Archaeological site of ancient Europos, Kilkis

25, 26 July

Music
Season
Direction, dramaturgy: Thanasis Kritzakis
Music supervision, performance: Duo Hedi (Konstantinos Zigeridis, Anastasia Kotsali)
Archaeological Museum of Thebes

26, 27 July

Music
Cloudcuckooing and tweeting
Michalis & Pantelis Kalogerakis, Tonia Girita Zacharatou
Roman Conservatory of Kos

27, 28 July

Music
Sýnkrousis
Ergon ensemble
Editing, composition, presentation of texts: paris mexis
Archaeological Museum of Chalkida “Arethusa”

Theatre
The After Death: short stories by Alexandros Papadiamantis
Deaf Theatre Group “Crazy Colours”
Adapted, directed by Elli Mercouri
Ancient Theatre of Demetrias, Volos

30, 31 July

Music
The Gadar’s booklet
Music composition:Natalia Kotsani, Tasos Kofodimos
Museum of Zakynthos

Musical theatre
Aristos and Fanis
Orchestra and Choir IONIA of Nea Ionia Volos
Ancient Theatre of Demetrias, Volos

31 July, 1 August

Theatre
Et in Arcadia ego / I was in Arcadia too
Text, dramaturgy: Grigoris Liakopoulos
Directed by Thodoris Abazis
Ancient Theatre of Orchomenos Arcadia

Performance / Action for children and teenagers
The revolution of old toys
Based on the story of the same name by Christos Boulotis
Directed by Sophia Palantz
Prehistoric settlement of Myrina Lemnos

1, 2 August

Theatre
The interrogation
Based on Sophocles’ Ajax
Directed by: Zoe Xanthopoulou
Trikala Castle

2, 3 August

Dance PROMETHEUS 2024 (unbound bodies) Conception, choreography: Spyros Kouvaras Ancient Olympia High School

4, 5 August

Theatre
What kind of team are you, man?
Directed by Yannis Mavropoulos
Ancient Theatre of Larissa

5, 6 August

Dance
CRASH…forming
Dagipoli Dance Co Group
Concept, choreography: Giorgos Christakis
Museum of Byzantine Culture, Thessaloniki

6, 7 August

Theatre
Iphigenia of the Taurus
Text, director: Christoforos Christofis
Heptapyrgion, Thessaloniki

8, 9 August

Music
The War of the Romantics
Piano: George Emmanuel Lazaridis
Dancing: Theano Xydia, Natalia Baka
Bazeos Tower, Naxos

Performance / Action for children and teenagers
A thousand reasons to fight
Theatrical group Tick Tock Do
Writing, directing: Argyro Tamvakou
Byzantine Museum of Veria

9, 10 August

Theatre
Antigone Project
Artistic direction: Eleni Demopoulou
Director: Sophia Antoniou
Archaeological Museum of Aiani, Kozani

Musical theatre
NYCLIANS
Visual artist: George Kordis – Dramatic composition, direction: Fenia Papadodima
Fortification complex of Troupakis – Mourtzines, old Kardamyli

12, 13 August

Music
La tarantata
Musical band Encardia
Tsiatsiapa Mansion, Kastoria

Dance
The dance of death
Conception, choreography: Iris Karayan
Ancient Theatre of Gytheion

17, 18 August

Musical theatre
Tarot of Ulysses
Conception, artistic direction: Katerina Foteinaki

Ancient Theatre of Milos

19, 20 August

Music
The wondrous story of Hor-hor Agha
Composition: Apostolis Koutsogiannis – Lyrics: Marios Hatziprokopiou
Directed by Thanasis Kritsakis
The Islahane Cultural Centre, Thessaloniki

20, 21 August

Music
BALKANIA
Abagar Quartet, Ισοκράτισσες, Lot Kurbeti
Hellenistic theatre in Dion, Pieria

Music
Mortissa and Alanis
Music by Eugene Voulgaris
Song: Theodora Baka
Ancient Theatre of Aptera, Chania

Performance / Action for children and teenagers
Rob & Crewe
Adapted by PATARI PROJECT
Directed by: Sofia Paschou
Mytilene Castle

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21, 22 August

Music
Istanbul
Music group in excelsis
Archaeological Museum of Eretria

22, 23 August

Performance / Action for children and teenagers
The art of war
Text, direction:Konstantinos Thanos, Alkmeni Kalogirou

Xenokrateio Archaeological Museum of Messolonghi.

23, 24 August

Dance
Touching Faultlines
Choreography: Ermira Goro
Gortyna Conservatory, Crete

24, 25 August

Music
Song on earth
Idea, dramaturgy: Giorgos Ziavras, Sophia Paschou
Agios Achilleios of Prespes

Theatre
PLITCH PLATCH PLUTCH
A cocktail on the house from tourism workers
Directed by George Pavlou
Castle of Saint George, Argostoli, Cephalonia

Performance / Action for children and teenagers
When the statues left
Based on the novel of the same name by Angeliki Darlasi
Directed by Christos Christopoulos
Archaeological site of Corinth

26, 27 August

Theatre
Heartbreak: a narrative about mourning
Direction, text: Nikos Manesis

Byzantine Museum of Argolida, Argos

Χορός
Across time
Die Wolke Art Group
Επταπύργιο, Θεσσαλονίκη

27, 28 August

Music
Erotokritos in the Labyrinth
Artistic Director: Ross Daly
Kazarma Fortress of Sitia

29, 30 August

Music
Snow Whites
Music: Stathis Gyftakis
Conception, narration, dramaturgy: Christina Demiza, Lilly Triantari

Theatre of Ancient Messene, Messenia

30, 31 August

Music
Swirls in the Aegean Sea
Socrates Sinopoulos, Vassilis Kostas
Archaeological Museum of Rhodes

Music
Lucretia, a musical-theatrical narrative
Conception, dramaturgical and musical editing: Fani Vovoni
Translation, dramaturgical supervision: Lenia Zafeiropoulou
Heraklion Archaeological Museum

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Patras International Festival 2024| The events

PATRAS

The Mayor of Patras, Kostas Peletides, at the opening of the Patras International Festival said: «“We have started! In the magical courtyard of the new City Hall of our city, we enjoyed Jazz music. The combination of the new Town Hall and these musical events was amazing, transforming a… simple courtyard into a place of mystique. Good luck to our city’s International Festival!”

JUNE

THREE DAYS OF JAZZ – ARSAKEION PATRAS, at 21.30

FRI. 14/6 KOLIDA BABO

SAT. 15/6 THE HARPER TRIO

SUN. 16/6 ΑLEKOS VRETOS QUARTET “MEDITERRANEAN ECHOES”

WED. 19/6 “SMYRNA, MY BELOVED, with Glykeria, Pantelis Thalassinos, Estudiantina, Thodoris Mermigas and Despina Raphael, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

Andreas Katsigiannis, composer of the theatrical performance and the film “Smyrna My Beloved”, comes for a unique summer concert at the Municipal Summer Theatre of Patras. A concert with aromas from our beloved Smyrna.

WED. 19/6 AND THUR. 20/6 Student Festival in collaboration with the Mayoralty of Sports.

WEDNESDAY 19/6

BASKETBALL GAMES ON A SPECIALLY DESINGED PITCH

THURSDAY 20/6 BIG EVENT WITH ANSER x BUZZ

Two top names of the Hip Hop scene meet. The Patras band GANG RUN and student bands participate, Agios Nikolaos pier, 20.00

FRI. 21/6 “MUSICAL SOUNDS”, EUROPEAN MUSIC FESTIVAL

Concert with the patrician performer Iro and the Euphonic Member Music Creation Ensemble, at the atrium of the Arsakeion, at 21.30

JULY

TUE. 02/7 THEATRE, “SHEAR MADNESS”, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

THUR. 04/7 STEFANOS KORKOLIS TRIBUTE CONCERT, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

With the Historical Philharmonic Orchestra of Corfu “Omonia” and Choirs of the Music High School of Patras and mixed choir AMABILE

FRI. 05/7 CONCERT OF THE STATE ORCHESTRA OF ATHENS, “IN LATIN AND JAZZ RATHS” (Soloists Dimitris Sukaras, Anastasios Pappas, orchestra conductor Nikos Chaliassas), ACHAIA CLAUSS, at 21.30

FRI. 5/7 & SAT. 6/7 CULTURAL FESTIVAL FOR EMPLOYEES IN COOPERATION WITH THE EMPLOYEE CENTER OF PATRAS, PATRA TOWN BEACH, at 21.30

FRI. 5/7 THEATRE (by the amateur group of the youth, workers and unemployed of Korydallos), “The Valliant” by HOLWORTHY HALL and ROBERT MIDDLEMASS, translated and directed by ALEXANDROS MAKRYDAKIS and DIMITRIS BARLAS

SAT. 6/7 VANGELIS KORAKAKIS CONCERT, PATRA TOWN BEACH, Δημοτική πλάζ

TUE. 09/7 THEATRE “8 WOMEN”,MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

FRI. 12/7 THEATRE “THE BROKEN JUG”, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30at 21.30

ΠΑΡ. 12/7 ΘΕΑΤΡΙΚΗ ΠΑΡΑΣΤΑΣΗ «ΣΠΑΣΜΕΝΗ ΣΤΑΜΝΑ», ΘΕΡΙΝΟ ΔΗΜΟΤΙΚΟ ΘΕΑΤΡΟ, ώρα 21.30

MON. 15/7 THEATRE “HAMLET”, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

TUE. 16/7 THEATRE for kids, “The Legend of Mulan”, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

THUR. 18/7 THEATRE SOPHOCLES’ “AJAX” ,MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

18/7 A tribute to the rebetes KOSTAS TSIATAS AND BABIS GOLES, OLD MUNICIPAL SLAUGHTERHOUSES, at 21.30

FRI. 19/7 A Tribute to KOSTAS TSIATAS

SAT. 20/7 A Tribute to BABIS GOLES

SUN. 21/7 THEATRE “DON QUIXOTE”-Miguel Cervantes’ , MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

MON. 22/7 THEATRE “The Old Man and the Sea” (based on Ernest Hemingway’s novel), MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

TUE. 23/7 THEATRE “DOUBLE JEU”,MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

WED. 24/7 THEATRE «CLOSER», MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATE, at 21.30

SUN. 28/7 VIOLIN AND PIANO RESITAL “BRIDGES”, ARSAKEION ATRIUM , at 21.30

MON. 29 &TUE. 30/7 ΤΗΕΑΤRE «”HERAKLES”, Euripides,MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

AUGUST

FRI. 02/8 THEATRE for Kids «SNOWHITE INTO THE WOODS», MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.00 THE WOODS», ΘΕΡΙΝΟ ΔΗΜΟΤΙΚΟ ΘΕΑΤΡΟ, ώρα 21.00

MON. 26/8 & TUE. 27/8 THEATRE “BABADES ME RUMI”,MICHALIS REPPAS-THANASIS PAPATHANASIOU, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.30

WED. 28/8 THEATRE for Kids, by the “Karmen Roungeri troupe”, “THE MAGIC KEY”, PINELOPI DELTA, MUNICIPAL SUMME THEATRE, at 21.30

SEPTEMBER

TUE. 03/9 THEATRE for Kids “A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM”, WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 20.30

FRI. 06/9 THEATRE “ΤΗΕ ΙΜΑGINARY INVALID”, MOLIERE, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.00

FRI. 06/9 CONCERT «KINI THNITI», OLD MUNICIPAL SLAUGHTERHOUSES, at 21.30

THUR. 12/9 THEATRE- NATIONAL THEATRE GREECE EURIPIDES “THE BACCHAE” , MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.00

FRI. 13/9 THEATRE ARISTOPHANES’ “THE BIRDS”, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.00

MON. 16/9 THEATRE «ΟΤΑΝ PETHANA», with comedian LAKIS LAZOPOULOS, MUNICIPAL SUMMER THEATRE, at 21.00

MOBILE CINEMA UNIT OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF PATRAS

Plan 75 (dir. Chie Hayakawa)

Tuesday 18/06 New Town Hall atrium 21:30

Thursday 20/06 South Park Fish Market 21:30

The Other Half (documentary by Yorgos Moutafis)

Tuesday 25/06 New Town Hall atrium 21:30

Sunday 30/06 South Park 21:30

Blaga’s Lessons (directed by Stephan Komandarev)

Tuesday 02/07 New Town Hall atrium 21:30

Thursday 04/07 Aghios Vassilios 21:30

Sunday 07/07 Thea 21:30

Verdades Verdaderas. La vida de Estela (directed by Nicolás Gil Lavedra)

Tuesday 09/07 New Town Hall atrium 21:30

Thursday 11/07 Mintilogli 21:30

Sunday 14/07 Kato Kastritsi 21:30

The Settlers (directed by Felipe Galvez)

Tuesday 16/07 New Town Hall atrium 21:30

Thursday 18/07 Anthoupoli 21:30

Sunday 21/07 Proastion Beach 21:30

La lengua de las mariposas (directed by José Luis Cuerda)

Tuesday 23/07 New Town Hall atrium 21:30

Thursday 25/07 Girokomion 21:30

Sunday 28/07 Arachovitika 21:30

Love According to Dalva (directed by Emmanuelle Nicot)

Tuesday 30/07 New Town Hall atrium 21:30

Thursday 01/08 Educational activities’ Park 21:30

Sunday 04/08 Psathopurgos 21:30

Scrapper (directed by Charlotte Regan)

Tuesday 27/08 New Town Hall atrium 21:30

Thursday 29/08 Elekistra 21:30

Sunday 01/09 Zavlani 21:00

Italian Cinema Days

Tues. 17/09 New Town Hall atrium 20:30

Wedn. 18/09 New Town Hall atrium 20:30

Thurs. 19/09 New Town Hall atrium 20:30

AMATEUR THEATRE FESTIVAL

(The performances will take place in the courtyard of the Old Municipal Slaughterhouses and in the theatre of Krini)

KYΡIAKH 16/6/2024 – ώρα 21.30

Theatrical Workshop for adults of Polyphonic – “Don Quixote”

Adaptated by/ Directed by: Athina Kallimani-Georgitsopoulou

WEDNESDAY 19/6/2024 – at 21.30

19th & 15th High School of Patras and ENEGYL Patras – “The last black cat”

How ruthless and inhuman society can be towards any of its members it is persuaded to target, incriminate and alienate is something that modern history has tragically confirmed. The Last Black Cat is a tale for young and old alike, creating channels of communication and understanding between generations and people.

Coordinated by: Fotis Lazaris, Maria Kazakou, Katerina Dori

FRIDAY 21/6/2024 – at 21.30

21st High School – “Journey through time with Yannis Markopoulos and his Thessalian circle as a guide”

The performance is dedicated to the great music composer Yannis Markopoulos almost a year after his death and includes 8 dramatized songs from the album which are presented with theatrical texts, live images and a playful mood.

Directed by: Ploumi Stavroula, Despina Mai, Maria Nibi

FRIDAY 28/6/2024 – at 21.30

Theatrical Group “together” of ELME ACHAIA – Nikolai Erdman’s “The Suicide”

Ruthlessly modern and relentlessly intelligent, Erdmann’s frenetic comedy is about social hypocrisy and the sweeping mechanisms of power in the individual, but also about man’s unadulterated, unquestionable, irresistible desire to live.

Directed by: Fotis Lazaris

MONDAY 1/7/2024 – at 21.30

Achaian Workshop – “Thank you for robbing us”

It is an anthology comedy, which aims to highlight and depict the pathologies within families and more broadly, which make communication and the need for a desirable peace and completeness difficult. Fragile family relationships, which can change from moment to moment

Directed by: Nontas Fokas

FRIDAY 5/7/2024 – at 21.30

Theatrical Group “Treli ke adespoti” – “Allakse o kolies”

A review that satirizes Greek current affairs in a caustic way and with plenty of laughter.

Directed by: Karaboula Chara– Katsaros Andreas

WEDNESDAY 10/7/2024 – at 21.30

Theatrical Group “Theorikon” – Dario Fo’s Trumpets and Raspberries

A play based on the case of Aldo Moro, which shook Italy with a comic and satirical mood by the author who first staged it in 1980.

SUNDAY 28/7/2024 – at 21.30

Taksideftes tis prozas – “Kunene

The play is a hymn to the Greek mother, who through the centuries is in love with her son. Comic situations, hidden and open love affairs and fast cars, the antipathy of Helen and Thalia.

WEDNESDAY 21/8/2024 – at 21.30

Musical performance by the Cultural Centre for Employees and Pensioners of OTE Patras.

SUNDAY 25/8/2024 – at 21.30

Theatrical Group “Refene”– “Momologies 2024‘

An anthology performance consisting of 8 satirical one-act plays, awarded at the Panhellenic Amateur Satire Festival ” Momos the Patreus”. Eight authors “photograph” human weaknesses and attitudes. They portray situations and ridicule power mechanisms.

Directed by:Georgakakis Yannis

TUESDAY 28/8/2024 – at 21.30

Association for the Promotion of Cultural Heritage of Krini and the Dance Orchestra of the Municipality of Patras

Traditional professions that have been lost, especially in the region, will be presented, enriched with traditional games that are not played today. All will be accompanied by music and dance from the respective regions. The intensive adult, teenage and intensive children’s dance classes and the dance section of the Krini Cultural Association will participate.

SUNDAY 1/9/2024 – at 21.00

Theatrical Group “ektos shediou” – «LEBENSRAUM»

The work takes as its starting point the Nazi expansionist theory of “Lebensraum”, according to which a people is entitled to expand into foreign, nearby or distant territories when it considers them necessary for its demographic, racial, defensive, economic needs. The spectators, or rather the audience, as stated in the performance itself, are invited to participate in an “experiment” on the stage.

Directed by: Sifis Polyzoidis

SUNDAY 8/9/2024 – at 21.00

Theatrical group of employees of the Cultural Centre for Employees and Pensioners of OTE Patras – “I Clafsigeli”

The show satirizes the problems and pathologies of Greek society through short stories, giving plenty of laughter.

Directed by: Ilias Anastasopoulos

WEDNESDAY 11/9/2024

Theatrical & Dance Group of Kato Alissos – “Assemblywomen”

It is a theatrical performance with strong traditional music and dance motifs, in which Praxagora and her company will once again express their bitterness about the deadlocks in which the country finds itself, but also their hope that with their own dynamic intervention they can take power and ensure a better future for the citizens. I wonder if they will succeed?

Directd by: Vathyallos

SUNDAY 15/9/2024 – at 21.00

Theatrical Group «technis kinisi» – «Ekklesiazousai»

The women of Athens, twelve years after the end of the Peloponnesian War, see that things were not going well in the governance of the country. Praxagora, an Athenian and wife of Vlepyros, arranges for them to appear in the Assembly (the Church of the City) dressed as men and by majority vote they pass a law and take over the state, hoping Athens will see happy days again.

Directed by: Konstantinos Mitropoulos

WEDNESDAY 18/9/2024 – at 21.00

SKINIKON Theatrical Workshop – «The Red Lanterns»

Five women live and work in the bar of “Fryni” in Trouba – run by the patroness Madame Pari – each with her own personal story. Soon the law will force the closure of the “houses” and the street with its red lights and cabarets will be empty.

Directed by: Konstantinos Mitropoulos and Dimitris Chourdoumis

FRIDAY 20/9/2024 – at 21.00

Theatrical Group «Theatroscopion»

«Matryona’s Place»

In the 1950s, mathematics professor Ignatich , retires to a Russian province to live a new life in the serene and pure Russian nature, hosted by Matryona , an elderly peasant woman, who agrees to offer him shelter and share her solitude and humble food with him.

Directd by:Christos Bairaktaris

SUNDAY 22/9/2024 – at 21.00

Theatrical Group “ithos piei” – «Fonazi o kleftis»

Two are the honest ones in the play. One is a brave and clumsy officer, who runs a large organization, and the other is an honest but cowardl ordinar man- Timoleon – who needs, the poor man, to make a good job of it in order to gain courage and to denounce the thefts, so that he is constantly blocked and finds himself unemployed on the street.

Directed by: Dimitris Chourdoumis

All events are free of admission

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Ηistorical Archives Museum of Hydra| Exhibition of rare editions-”Vacation”| 01 September-27 October 2024

The Acropolis Museum: tour in the new Excavation Museum

NEON| Space of Togetherness| At the National Theatre of Greece Drama School-The School of Athens Irene Papas| 09 September-20 October 2024

Location: Firostefani. Santorini

“Discovering” the beach| By Giannis Loukas