The Museum of Cycladic Art, the Regional Services of the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports (Ephorates of Antiquities of Chania, Rethymno, and Herakleion) and the Region of Crete are co-organizing the exhibition entitled “Crete. Emerging cities: Aptera ― Eleutherna ― Knossos. Three ancient cities revived” from 12 December 2018 to 30 April 2019. This is a multi-faceted exhibition with rich audio-visual aids, including screens, maps, and innovative technologies.

The exhibition focuses on three of Crete’s one-hundred cities, according to Homer (hekatompolis), and their common characteristics: their establishment, acme, decline, destruction, abandonment, and demise. Cities with centuries-long history, cities that were abandoned and forgotten, but are also tangible examples of archaeological investigation using similar or different approaches.

The exhibition comprises approximately 500 artefacts dating from the Neolithic (7th-6th millennium BC) to the Byzantine period (8th century AD), some newly discovered, others from old excavations, most of them never presented to the public before: statues, reliefs, figurines, inscriptions, vases, weapons, jewellery, coins, and other artefacts of various materials—limestone, marble, clay, metal (bronze, iron, silver, and gold), faience, glass, ivory, and semi-precious stones. This is the first time that so many artefacts leave the storerooms of the Antiquities Ephorates and display cases of the museums of Crete for a temporary exhibition in Athens.

Watch a video about this inspiring exhibition HERE!

The magic of Christmas comes to the Greek National Theatre as the Marika Kotopouli Stage at the Rex Theatre extends a festive embrace to the whole family. Share in all the joy and excitement of Yuletide in a thrilling musical version of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol by the dynamic young director Giannis Moschos, who invites us into the world of dreams and the imagination, revealing the true meaning of Christmas!

Dickens’s most famous creation, Ebenezer Scrooge, is the most iconic miser in modern Western culture, and his trials and tribulations are brought to life on the stage of the Rex Theatre in a unique spectacle that will capture the hearts of young and old alike – especially those who are still able to see the world through the innocent eyes of a child.

Scrooge believes in discipline and hard work and disapproves of Christmas. But this year he has to re-evaluate his life and the people around him when forced to confront his past, present and future by three ghostly apparitions.  Will the hard-hearted Scrooge be moved by the holiday spirit? And if he is, then who can possibly resist it?

Events dates and times:

Wednesday to Saturday 8.30pm 
Sunday 7pm

*With English surtitles

S.G. Art Gallery presents the solo exhibition of Qinghua Ioanna Lin "Human Excellence"

The emerging Chinese artist, Qinghua Ioanna Lin, creates portraits of celebrities of modern world culture who have managed to gain eternity through excellence. Among them are Maria Callas, Princess Diana, Andy Warhol, Frida Kahlo, Marilyn Monroe, Vincent van Gogh, Coco Chanel, David Bowie, Elizabeth Taylor, Shanmao, Zhan Guorong, Chenxiaoxu.

“I seldom drew portraits before, because at times it was difficult to face the eyes of others, as at times I find it difficult to face myself. The human eye can deliver all sorts of messages, and when it is sad, it gushes tears; when it rages, it resembles the black hole of the universe, devouring you. Man is a very complicated and advanced creature.

Human beings are the existence of senior life; portraiture, is the picture of the era”.

Qinghua Ioanna Lin

Professor Weihe Chen of Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts mentions about Lin's work:

A Chinese artist who uses Chinese traditional painting material to create portraits of famous international artists and exhibites them in Athens, the place where western civilization was born.

Andy Warhol, who was the master of The Factory in New York could not imagine that a young Chinese artist used a traditional chinese method to restore his glorious appearance. Qinghua used pop art to depict his anxiety, nervousness and free spirit.

Portraits show people’s emotions and temperament. The portraits of famous people should depict the characteristics of their time and their portrayal of life feelings.

Quingua Ioanna Lin was born in Guangdong Province, South China. She lives and works between Greece and China. She studied Drawing and Art History at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts. She holds a Master of Arts degree from the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts and was a Lecturer at Guangdong Baiyun University. Initially, her works focused on traditional Chinese painting, while she was involved with modern Chinese Calligraphy and contemporary painting with various traditional techniques like paper ink, watercolor, and modern techniques using a variety of materials.

The exhibition will be held unfer the auspices of the "Greece China Association".

Schedule:
Duration: 13 December 2018-12 January, 2019 
Opening hours: Wednesday & Saturday: 11:00 - 16:00 Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 11:00 - 14:00 & 18:00 - 21:00

Great safety workshop for Women of ALL ages to be conducted in English/Greek by a top Professional trainer. 

In support of this year's U.N. 16 Days of Activism for Eliminating Violence Against Women, FAWCO Rep Greece in collaboration with KRAV Maga Kolonaki, are hosting a 3 hour Krav Maga Women's self-defense workshop, on Saturday, December 15th.

This 3 hr. Krav Maga women's workshop enables women of ALL AGES to learn, from KRAV Maga expert trainer, Michalis Kafetzis, in a short period of time, central self-defense techniques specifically designated to provide them with defense tools while if attacked.Women KRAV Maga methods deal with situations from a woman's daily routine, point out scenarios where a threat may appear and teaches step by step how to maintain your calm and defend yourself.

Additional issues included in women self-defense, have to do with the home invasion, third side protection (protecting your children) and using common objects (keys, handbag, etc.) to block the assailant and counterattack. Krav Maga Women's self-defense techniques can, literally, save your life.

The workshop is open to all women of all ages in Athens.

Contact  to reserverve your spot! Space is limited!

Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year and Athens has a great variety of shows to offer residents and visitors!

The Christmas Theater in Athens is the perfect place spend the holidays and get the chance to experience mesmerizing shows with your friends and family!

December 19-30 2018

Christmas wouldn't be the same without one of the world's best Ballet theater performing the ''Nutcracker'', accompanied by a live orchestra.

January 1-3 2019

The legendary composer Franz Lehar and his orchestra will perform 3 incredible concerts in Athens. They will present us the absolute best Viennese Waltzes and will remind us how magical the Austrian capital is at this time of the year.

Christmas Magic Festival
January 4-6 2019:

A show full of magic, humour and passion. Few of the world's best magicians and illusionists will come to Athens from places like Hollywood and Las Vegas to perform a fantastic show that will blow your mind!

A fascinating Sunday with lots of food and fun from Vietnam and Thailand!

An all day festival by ''Street Food and Tunes'' and deBop with suburban tropical parties for a different kind of Christmas in Kifissia. Traditional Vietnamese and Thai chefs will prepare the most delicious meals, while live music from the Step Brothers, General Conzou and Athens Gypsy All Stars will light up the party.

Also, a bazaar from the ''Kifissia Animal Rescue'' will take place for you to give our pet-friends some happiness. 

So stay tuned for an all day party that will make history!

At one of her few live performances in Athens, Irene Skylakaki will present her favourite pop-folk compositions on the stage of six d.o.g.s.

Accompanied by renowned Greek artists, Irene will play songs from all her 3 albums including ''Matterless''.

The special guest for the night will be Markos Koumaris from Locomondo and young singer Amalia, who will start the show. 

Discover all services and events at St Paul’s Anglican Church Athens this holy and festive season.

There will be something for everyone to participate in from Singalong Christmas Carols and Songs, to Singalong Messiah; from a service of Lessons and Carols to Midnight mass and the Family Christmas Day service.

We have much to celebrate and be thankful for so do come along and join us at one of our services

The City of Athens has announced that the 2019 New Year’s Eve party will be held along the pedestrian way in the district of Thissio! Hosted by actor Vassilis Haralambopoulos, the evening will open with the City of Athens Philharmonic and the new year will be rung in by Athens Mayor George Kaminis.

Following the impressive fireworks over the Acropolis, the party will continue with live music and dance performances, followed by a DJ set by local radio station En Lefko 87.7.

On New Year's Eve, SNFCC welcomes Italian soul  - jazz singer Mario Biondi, who, with his trademark deep voice and powerful stage presence will captivate the audience, singing in Italian and in English.  

Born in Catania, Sicily, Mario Biondi has been called “the new Barry White” due to his distinct voice. His father Stefano Biondi was also a singer. Mario´s passion for music began at the early age of twelve when he sang in his church choir. For a while, he worked as a session singer - then in 1988, he appeared as support act to Ray Charles´ Italian dates. His love for soul music helped shape his particular vocal styling that takes its cue from great vocalists like Lou Rawls, Al Jarreau and Isaac Hayes. His first big break came in 2004 with the release of the single "This Is What You Are". Originally planned for release only in Japan, the song got noticed by DJ Norman Jay, who began featuring it on his BBC1 show playlist. 

In 2006, Mario released his debut album Handful Of Soul, which went platinum in less than three months. In November 2007, he released a double album with the Duke Orchestra, called I Love You More recorded entirely live at the Smeraldo Theatre in Milano. In November 2009, he released If. The album shot up the charts and went triple-platinum. He has also released Yes You (2010), Due (2011), Sun (2013), Mario Christmas (2013), Beyond (2014) and Brasil (2018). Mario has taken part in Europe's largest jazz festivals and has collaborated with composers such as Burt Bacharach, and has appeared in sold-out concerts in venues including London's Royal Albert Hall and Rome's Parco della Musica.

His New Year's Eve Concert at the SNFCC will include songs from his latest album, Brasil, which blends jazz, soul and pop elements with well-known Brazilian tunes, as well as songs from his holidays-inspired album, Mario Christmas.