What: 137 artists, architects and kai art historians from Greece and abroad present 110 works at the Temporary Exhibitions Space. The Symbols & Iconic Ruins exhibition explores the ways in which we perceive and approach potent cultural symbols, bringing together under a common conceptual framework contemporary works of art and archite...
Read moreWhat: As is his wont, celebrated choreographer Akram Khan explores ancient myths and rituals and puts in context with our ever-changing planet. Inspired by the epic of Gilgamesh, Khan and his ensemble of six dancers make a fervent appeal for collective humanity. The ancient site of the Herodion Atticus, directly under the Sacred Rock is fitting f...
Read moreWhat: Two sold-out performances with the English superstar and 17-time Grammy Award winner performing his most iconic songs. Proving why he has remained such an enduring musical artist for more than four decades, Sting comes back to Athens and the Herod Atticus after his last concert here in 2018. Expect songs from his latest album “Sting: My Songs...
Read moreAcclaimed author and Athens-based anthropologist Sofka Zinovieff delves deep beneath the surface of Athens in a podcast series that’s designed to decode our captivating capital. In an exclusive interview with Athens Insider, she takes us through cemeteries and bustling farmer’s markets. Your podcast series Athens Unpacked laun...
Read moreGet ready for star-studded performances – just to name-drop and grab your attention briefly - Sting, Monica Belucci, Marina Abramovich and Akram Khan – will all be here, in Athens! Plus, a slew of thought-provoking exhibitions and film festivals to sate your lockdown cultural deprivation for good! 1. Sting at the Odeon : A legen...
Read moreWHAT: French actress Monica Bellucci portrays Maria Callas, the legendary Greek soprano, in a monologue based on her unpublished letters, unknown and hidden from the public. During the 80 minutes of the play, Monica Bellucci will take us across Maria Callas's life, from her childhood to the peak and slumps of her career, while also talking about h...
Read moreTom Hall’s pursuit of the finer things in life brought him to the land that gave the world hedonism and still delivers on that early promise. In his quest to find contentment in the kitchens, bars and restaurants of Athens, he seeks a way into Greek wine via some of his French favourites and takes you on the journey with him. ...
Read moreA visionary and a go-getter, Karim Ghattas has been one of the most influential personalities in Lebanon’s cultural scene. As the founder of LibanJazz, in a music career spanning two decades, he has befriended, produced and managed some of the most talented musicians from the Med, while leaving his own vibrant, enduring imprint on the mus...
Read moreDiscover the world with Qatar Airways, the Airline of the Year 2021. Set your sights on a holiday or a long-awaited reunion with friends and family. Book by 15 September at qatarairways.com and open up to a world of travel possibilities and amazing offers* with fares starting from 299€ for trips until 31 August 2022. Enjoy unparalleled safety and a...
Read more[lead[ It has been a challenging year for the restaurant industry but you can always count on Athens restaurateurs to feed this city’s insatiable appetite for life. Killer views, vegan temples, French flair, Iberian shared plates, Cretan cuisine, Scandi-minimalism, meaty outposts - this year has been a great one for new, exciting and innovative ...
Read moreNot firearms or empty threats. Mikis Theodorakis used the power of his words and his music to rebel against the oppressive junta regime in his native Greece. He passed away on September 2, 2021, to a hero’s farewell. A living legend, he was known world-over for his catchy score for Zorba the Greek, a film that captures the gen...
Read moreDior staged its first major runway show at the emblematic Panathenaic stadium, showcasing the creativity of local artisans and signalling the arrival of Athens on the fashion landscape. Words by Sudha Nair-Iliades, fashion illustrations by Diane Alexandre. [caption id="attachment_10139" align="aligncenter" ...
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