Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
Magdalena Kozena & Sir Simon Rattle | Athens | October 22
Czech mezzo-soprano Magdalena Kozena and the current music director of the London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle, partners in life and in art, will be at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) for a classical recital that will see Rattle at the piano in one of his rare appearances as musician. Program details are available on the SNFCC's website.
Don Letts | Athens | October 20
Legendary DJ, musician and filmmaker Don Letts - hailed for almost single-handedly turning a generation of punk fans to reggae in the 1970s - is coming to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center's Lighthouse venue on Sunday, October 20. Ahead of his 9 p.m. set, there will be an open discussion between Letts and the audience, starting at 7.30 p.m. Admission is free of charge.
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Yiannis Psychopedis | Athens | To January 12
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) has put together a retrospective on Yiannis Psychopedis that focuses on the artist's love of poetry, something that is evident throughout his oeuvre.
- Read more about Yiannis Psychopedis | Athens | To January 12
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Sun Ra Arkestra | Athens | October 14
The Afrofuturistic Sun Ra Arkestra is the legacy of Le Sony'r Ra, an American jazz composer, bandleader, piano and synthesizer player, and poet known for his experimental music, "cosmic" philosophy, prolific output and theatrical performances.
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Asked about Imia scenario, Pompeo expresses support for sovereign values
Asked about a potential scenario involving an escalation of Turkish aggression in the Aegean reminiscent of the Imia crisis in 1996, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo indicated that the US would "protect...basic ideas of sovereignty."
Larry Gus | Athens | October 5
Known for his energetic performances that blend multiple layers of vocals and electronics, Larry Gus (Panagiotis Melidis) presents his upcoming album as well as tracks from his previous releases at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center on Saturday, October 5. Larry Gus' music combines sample-based sound constructions with psychedelic pop melodies.
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La Sonnambula | Athens | October 11-29
The Greek National Opera inaugurates its 2019-20 season with Vincenzo Bellini's "La Sonnambula," in a grand co-production with the Vienna State Opera and the Royal Opera House. Directed by Marco Arturo Marelli, who sets the action in a sanatorium, the production is conducted by Philippe Auguin, with Agathangelos Georgakatos leading the chorus, and costumes designed by Dagmar Niefind.
- Read more about La Sonnambula | Athens | October 11-29
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Calypso Rose | Athens | September 27
Tobagonian singer and songwriter Calypso Rose is making her Greek debut at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) on Friday, September 27.
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Events being held across Greece for European Mobility Week
European Mobility Week will be marked in different parts of Greece with events aimed at encouraging citizens to embrace more sustainable and eco-friendly forms of transport.
In Athens, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center will be hosting a series of free events, including cycling classes for children.
May Roosevelt & Mechanimal | Athens | September 12
Greek composer and musician May Roosevelt, an expert on the theremin, one of the earliest electronic instruments, joins forces with Mechanimal, a local industrial audiovisual creative group, at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center's (SNFCC) Labyrinth venue at 9 p.m. on Thursday, September 12.
- Read more about May Roosevelt & Mechanimal | Athens | September 12
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