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Speech Will Take Place Before Premiere of LA FORZA DEL DESTINO at the Greek National Opera
by Stephi Wild - December 27, 2024


Next month, Piraeus Bank, the production sponsor, and the GNO will present a speech about La forza del destino by Helena Matheopoulos. Learn more here!

INSPIRED JOURNEY With Triptycho Ensemble Set for Technopolis 20
by Blair Ingenthron - December 14, 2024


The Triptycho Ensemble will present a program of works from the international repertoire this month at Technopolis 20. Learn more about the event here!

DON QUIXOTE Adds Performance at Greek National Opera
by Stephi Wild - December 09, 2024


As all tickets for the eight performances are sold out prior to the premiere, the Greek National Opera has announced one extra performance for Don Quixote.

MANOLIS / HEART IN FOUR STRINGS Set for National Theatre of Northern Greece This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - November 17, 2024


Playwrights Ioli Andreadi and Aris Asproulis return to Greece and specifically to Thessaloniki City to present at the National Theatre of Northern Greece (NTNG) their new play ' Manolis / Heart in Four Strings'

Stathis Anninos Trio & Cyprus String Quartet to Perform UN-SILENT PLACE at Technopolis 20
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 07, 2024


Un~Silent place will be presented by Stathis Anninos Trio & Cyprus String Quartet at Technopolis 20 in October. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Scents of Jasmine Trio to Perform at Technopolis 20 This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 07, 2024


The well-known and beloved Cypriot musician and composer, originated from Paphos, Eavagoras Karageorgis is presenting a concert with his trio “Scents of Jasmine” at Technopolis 20. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Mirabilis Saxophone Quartet, Jazz4Sax & TAMA Duo to Perform at Technopolis 20
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 07, 2024


The Cypriot Saxophone Association will present an evening dedicated to the beauty of this captivating instrument. Join in for this special event, featuring two quartets, ‘Mirabilis’ and ‘Jazz4Sax’, along with the ‘TAMA Duo’ at Technopolis 20.

Tickets Now on Sale For the Greek National Opera's January to March 2025 Productions
by Stephi Wild - November 04, 2024


Tickets are now on sale for the Greek National Opera’s productions from January to March 2025 at the Stavros Niarchos Hall and the Alternative Stage at the SNFCC. Learn more about how to get tickets to the upcoming shows here!

A JAZZY CHRISTMAS With TRIO IN CAHOOTS to Play Agrovino Wine Bar Lofou in December
by Blair Ingenthron - October 27, 2024


Trio In Cahoots will perform songs from a wide range of repertoire, including jazz standards from the American Songbook, and songs from the pop/country genre – always with improvisational intentions, adapted to the cozy vibe of the acoustic trio.

The Opera Gala Callas at the Herodium Comes to GNO TV
by Stephi Wild - October 11, 2024


On 16 September 2024, marking the 47th anniversary of Maria Callas’ death, the Greek National Opera released the grand Opera Gala Callas at the Herodium for free on GNO TV.

Gluck's Two Iphigénie Operas Will Open The GNO's 2024/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - October 10, 2024


The 2024/25 season of the Greek National Opera commences with a significant artistic challenge. Gluck’s two famous operas based on the ancient Greek legend of Iphigenia –Iphigénie en Aulide and Iphigénie en Tauride– will be presented together for the first time in a double bill.

Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand to Bring Harold Clurman In LET IT BE ART! To Athens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 03, 2024


Ronald Rand will perform his acclaimed solo play LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman in Athens during the Global Arts Education Summit, marking nearly 25 years of world tours. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Technopolis 20 to Present REFLECTIONS FROM VIVALDI TO RAVEL in October
by Blair Ingenthron - September 29, 2024


The concert REFLECTIONS FROM VIVALDI TO RAVEL will feature performances of classical pieces by Vivaldi, Ravel, and other composers, offering a rich musical experience for attendees.

Technopolis 20 to Present Pulsar Band Next Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - September 08, 2024


Technopolis 20 will present the Pulsar Band, on Sunday,15th of September, at 20:00. The music of Pulsar Band resembles a journey of exploration into the world of sounds, a blend of elements of ethnic, folk and rock genres. 

Technopolis 20 Classics to Host Solo Piano Concert With Igor Andreev
by Blair Ingenthron - September 08, 2024


The eagerly awaited new season of the Technopolis 20 Classics concert series is set to commence with an extraordinary solo piano performance by the acclaimed Russian pianist Igor Andreev. The concert will take place at Markidion Theatre, on the 13th of September 2024, at 8pm.

John Malkovich Will Direct ARMS AND THE MAN in Bulgaria
by Stephi Wild - September 03, 2024


During the upcoming 2024/2025 season at the Ivan Vazov National Theater in Bulgaria, the world-renowned American actor, director, and producer John Malkovich will stage “Arms and the Man” by Bernard Shaw.

Greek National Opera Extends Deadline For Auditions For TURANDOT
by Stephi Wild - August 30, 2024


The deadline for applications by male dancers is extended to Thursday, 29 August at 15:00.

Yogev Shetrit Trio To Play Lofou in September
by Blair Ingenthron - August 18, 2024


The YOGEV SHETRIT TRIO will kicks off the Autumn Concert Series by Music in the Mountains on 26 September in Lofou.

KASSANDRA Comes to Greek National Opera in September
by Stephi Wild - August 15, 2024


The GNO Alternative Stage will open the artistic season 2024/25 with a new international co-production with the Centro de Experimentación of the esteemed Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires.

GNO Alternative Stage Reveals Artistic Programme 2024/25
by Stephi Wild - July 31, 2024


The Greek National Opera Alternative Stage has announced its multi-faceted artistic programme for the season 2024/25, featuring numerous opera and music theatre productions, revivals of successful shows that captivated audiences and critics, a musical for the whole family, puppet theatre, concerts, as well as two unique festivals dedicated to baroque music and percussion instruments.

Tickets For Greek National Opera Productions Go on Sale on 30 July 2024
by Stephi Wild - July 30, 2024


Tickets for the productions of the Greek National Opera that will run from September to December 2024 at the Stavros Niarchos Hall and the Alternative Stage at the SNFCC will go on sale on 30 July 2024 at 9.00.

Greek National Opera Launches Auditions For Dancers
by Stephi Wild - July 18, 2024


The Greek National Opera is seeking female and male dancers for its production of Giacomo Puccini’s Turandot directed by Andrei Şerban, to be presented at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus on 1, 3, 5, 6 and 8 June 2025.

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Gives €11,000,000 Grant to the Greek National Opera
by Stephi Wild - July 15, 2024


The Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) has given a new grant of €11,000,000 to the Greek National Opera.

The 18th Annual International Festival Of The Aegean On The Island Of Syros to Take Place in July
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024


The International Festival of the Aegean on Syros Island will offer three weeks of classical, world, and operatic events this summer.

Application Deadline Extended For Adélaïde Ferrière's Masterclass, Percussion Festival of the GNO Alternative Stage
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024


Repertoire has expanded for the active participants in Adélaïde Ferrière’s Masterclass.


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