A Tribute to Hypatia
Hypatia was a brilliant Greek mathematician, astronomer, and Neoplatonist philosopher who lived in...
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Stelios Faitakis (1976-2023) | A modern surrealist icon painter
During his short life and through his rich oeuvre, Faitakis broke new ground, combining contrasting narratives and traditions. Through his purely personal style, he has been recognized as one of Greece’s most important contemporary artists.
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Callas, La Divina
Maria Callas was arguably the quintessential soprano, lauded for her exceptional vocal range, dramatic versatility, and ability to convey deep emotions through her performances. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest sopranos of the 20th century, credited with reviving interest in bel canto opera and popularizing it to a wider audience – all of which rightfully earned her the characterization “La Divina (The Divine One)”.
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Book of the Month: “Hydra in Winter” by Shelley Dark
When Shelley Dark lands solo on the Greek island of Hydra for two weeks in the dead of winter, she’s not chasing sunny beaches. She’s hunting a pirate—her husband’s great-great-grandfather and Australia’s first Greek convict. Armed with an umbrella, a cashmere scarf, and zero Greek skills,...
10th Beyond Borders Kastellorizo International Documentary Festival - Greek News Agenda
For its 10th anniversary, “Beyond Borders” Kastellorizo International Documentary Festival celebrates with a special edition dedicated to Greece and its creative powers. This year’s festival, which will take place on August 24-30, on the history of Greek documentaries, and their efforts to rec...