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Head of Apollo crowned with laurels unearthed
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A head dated to the 2nd or early 3rd century AD belonging to a beardless man crowned with a wreath of laurels, most likely belonging to a statue of Apollo, was among the finds made by Aristotle University researchers at the Philippi archeological site in northeastern Greece.


Reflecting on Athens’ ‘unfinished’ buildings
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The concrete frames of buildings punctuating the urban landscape of Athens is the focus of a year of research by artist and director Maria Lalou and the Danish architect Skafte Aymo-Boot that culminated in the Greek/English book “Unfinished” (Jap Sam Books). 


Olympic Torch costumes split public opinion
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What are the adjectives that should describe every new creative interpretation of ancient Greek culture? Must it be “simple yet elegant,” “abstract” or “figurative”? Can it be “fresh”? Can it be “contemporary”?


Rammstein | Athens | May 30
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After 14 years, Rammstein returns to Greece, promising an unforgettable show as they celebrate their 30th anniversary.



Corey Taylor | Athens | May 28
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Corey Taylor, frontman of heavy metal band Slipknot and rock act Stone Sour, is set to embark on a solo European tour after previously announcing a hiatus for mental health reasons.

Sleeping Beauty | Thessaloniki | April 7
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The Polish National Ballet is bringing its production of “Sleeping Beauty,” with music by by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Marius Petipa’s mesmerizing choreography, to the Thessaloniki Concert Hall (tch.gr) on April 7.

Solomos manuscripts given new lease on life
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A handwritten notebook with “Ode to Lord Byron” by Greece’s national poet Dionysios Solomos underwent conservation at the Byzantine & Christian Museum in Athens.



The Governor: Ioannis Kapodistrias | Athens | March 21
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The Demos Center (17B Ipitou, Plaka), part of the Institute for Hellenic Culture and the Liberal Arts at Deree – The American College of Greece, will be hosting “The Governor: Ioannis Kapodistrias + The Making of Modern Hellas,” a discussion about Ioannis Kapodistrias’ diplomatic finesse, administrative acumen, and cultural contributions, illuminating his pivotal role in shaping the Greek nation-state and leaving an indelible mark on European diplomacy during the 19th century.


Tangos of Magical Realism | Athens | March 21
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Greek composer Jannos Eolou’s internationally acclaimed “Tangos of the Magic Reality” makes its Athens debuts with the ERT Contemporary Music Orchestra at the Athens Conservatoire (17-19 Vasileos Georgiou B) on March 21.

Wall of Sound | Athens | March 30
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Wall of Sound, an electrifying techno music extravaganza, is the brainchild of DSV1, the stage name of American DJ and techno producer Zak Khutoretsky, a leading figure in the preservation of club culture.