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“In Over Our Heads” at 1927 Art Space: Clay Masters bring together clay and moving image in a cross-disciplinary exhibition

Clay Masters, an Athens-based collective of artists, designers, curators, filmmakers and anthropologists, join forces on March 31 at 1927 Art Space in

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First images from the performance “Josephine the Singer, or The Mouse Folk”, directed by Savvas Stroumbos at the GNO Alternative Stage

Franz Kafka’s final short story “Josephine the Singer, or The Mouse Folk” (1924) is transformed into a piece of music theatre through

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A Journey to Corfu for the Exhibition “Painting in the Ionian Islands” at the Renovated Annex of the National Gallery – When Artworks Come Alive in Their Own Place

By Katerina Parri We traveled to Corfu for the rare exhibition “Painting in the Ionian Islands: 18th–19th Century,” bringing together a large

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Bacchae at Epidaurus: Javor Gardev reimagines Euripides with The Tiger Lillies

A bold international co-production between the Athens Epidaurus Festival, the Ivan Vazov National Theatre of Bulgaria and the NTNG explores the clash

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“Argalios”: Weaving a Family Story in Modern Greece

“Argalios” is a family-run craft based in Piraeus, creating handmade woven bags that bring Greek tradition into a contemporary aesthetic In Piraeus,

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Open House Athens: Stepping Inside the City’s Hidden Stories

For one weekend each year, Athens opens its doors in a different way. During Open House Athens, the city becomes an open

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Folk Remedies and Medicinal Herbs in Medieval Europe

By Sofia Triantou In the world of the Middle Ages, healing and magical thinking often coexisted within the same herbal preparation Medieval

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Jeff Koons: “Venus of Lespugue” at the Museum of Cycladic Art – A great “Big Bang” journey through time and the reflections of ourselves

By Stelios Parris You enter the “cave,” observe the Paleolithic “Venuses,” and then step into the light to see your own reflection

Music

Loo DJ Set at the New Gas Holder: Electronic Sounds Meet Industrial Heritage

A dynamic DJ set by Loo at the New Gas Holder brings electronic music into one of Athens’ most atmospheric industrial spaces The Industrial Gas Museum once again transforms the iconic New Gas Holder building into a stage for contemporary music. On Friday, April 3 at 22:00, DJ, producer and composer Loo (Marilena Orfanou) takes over the decks for a dynamic DJ set inside one of Athens’ most distinctive industrial spaces. Inside the 35-meter-high structure, surrounded by machinery that has

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“A Closer Look II” at FokiaNou Art Space: Five Artists Explore Different Facets of Human Experience

FokiaNou Art Space presents the group exhibition “A Closer Look II”, featuring works by five artists who explore different facets of human experience. The exhibition focuses on detail and deeper observation, from the body and the city to nature and memory. Bettina Buschbeck – The Poetry of the Earth Is Never Dead Buschbeck explores the delicate dialogue between human beings and nature: the perpetual rhythm of blossoming and collapse, the traces of transformation, light and darkness. She reflects on how

Food Culture

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Benedict Athens: The morning that never ends

I stopped by on a weekday morning, in between two meetings in central Athens. One of those small, in-between moments you don’t

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The chefs that are transforming Glyfada’s culinary scene

As a new wave of world-class chefs flock to the Athenian Riviera, Glyfada is starting to share in Greece’s exciting gastronomic renaissance.

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“Amphibian” at Onassis Stegi: A New Transitional Gastronomy Experience

Discover Amphibian, the new restaurant and rooftop bar at Onassis Stegi Athens, offering seasonal cuisine, curated cocktails, panoramic views, and a seamless

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New Year, New Experiences at St. George Lycabettus Rooftop: Champagne, City Lights & the Art of Fine Living

Inside elegant, heated, transparent domes, enjoy a high-end dining experience with a breathtaking 360° panoramic view over Athens. Discover St. George Lycabettus

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NYX Hotel Thessaloniki: The New Creative Lifestyle Hub of the City

Thessaloniki reveals itself through its details, and once you notice them, you fall for the city completely. Yet its heart always beats

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5 Winter Destinations in Greece for After New Year’s Day

Discover five winter destinations in Greece ideal for after New Year’s Day, when crowds fade and landscapes reveal their most authentic side.

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“Digital Cyclades”: Local Knowledge & Global Commons

Archipelago Network announces its new project “Digital Cyclades,” which documents and highlights the voices of local communities with the aim of creating

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Exploring Kalamata: Where to eat like a local

There is always a good reason to visit Kalamata and one is the food. Among the most important destinations in Greece for

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“The Garden of Earthly Delights”: Spyros Kouvaras at the Municipal Theatre of Piraeus

The Municipal Theatre of Piraeus presents the new creation by choreographer Spyros Kouvaras and the Greek-French contemporary dance company Synthesis 748 Dance Co., titled “The Garden of Earthly Delights”, for six performances only, from April 16 to April 21, at the Omega Stage. Drawing inspiration from the iconic painting by Dutch artist Hieronymus Bosch, the choreographer explores the concepts of pleasure, desire, and intimacy, foregrounding the idea that enjoyment is not a deviation or a sin, but a natural aspect

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A Tribute to Gal Costa at Theatre of the No

A tribute to Gal Costa, the iconic Muse of Brazil, will be presented on the stage of Theatre of the No, featuring the renowned performer of Brazilian music Miranda Verouli and her outstanding quintet. On Thursday, March 26 at 21:30. Gal Costa (1945–2022) was one of the most important voices in Brazilian music. Antônio Carlos Jobim said that she performed his songs exactly as he wanted them to be heard, while João Gilberto, when he first heard her sing, called