Festival Hellenika 2026 celebrates Hellenic culture in Adelaide from February to May. Explore the “KNOW THYSELFIE” theme through concerts, lectures, and more.
Theatre
Jennifer Lopez kicks off 2026 with a show-stopping custom Celia Kritharioti sparkling green strappy bodysuit during her Up All Night Live in Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace. The Greek couture house’s glamorous creation shines as JLo delivers powerhouse performances.
Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, the iconic Shang Tsung of Mortal Kombat who became Orthodox Christian Panteleimon in 2015, reposed in the Lord on 4 December 2025 at age 75. From Hollywood villain to humble servant of Christ and namesake of the Great Martyr and Healer St. Panteleimon, his extraordinary journey touched millions.
In an era when classical music is often dismissed as a relic – beguilingly beautiful…
Monica Bellucci returns to Athens for the first screening of the international documentary “Maria Callas – Monica Bellucci: A Meeting” at the Pallas Theater on December 5. The film explores the life and legacy of Maria Callas through Bellucci’s acclaimed world tour performance, offering audiences a unique dialogue between the legendary soprano and the celebrated Italian actress.
Actress Dimitra Matsouka, one of Greece’s most recognisable television and theatre figures, was arrested for dangerous driving late on Wednesday night in Vouliagmeni
Greek actor Petros Filippidis is fighting advanced, incurable diabetes that is “slowly consuming his body,” according to his lawyer Michalis Dimitrakopoulos, who revealed the details on live TV amid ongoing legal battles and suspicions of arson in Filippidis’s apartment.
The 66th Thessaloniki International Film Festival, running from October 30 to November 9, 2025, celebrates Greek cinema with the support of PPC. The festival highlights emerging Greek talent, showcases 278 films, and promotes Thessaloniki as a key destination for cultural tourism in Greece.
A new absurdist tragicomedy, Dick Fiddler is Dead, written and directed by Natasha Markou, brings humour, heart, and a touch of Greece to London’s Etcetera Theatre this November.
Basile Comedian Australia Tour 2025 delivers fresh Greek humor across Australia. From Sydney to Brisbane, join the Yiayia Don’t Play laughs this October—secure tickets today!
Dramode, a unique stage event, recently captivated audiences by blending theater, dance, opera and fashion…
A historic day of celebration for the Lysicrates Foundation and Australian youth
Sofia Seirli, a celebrated Greek actress and screenwriter, died at 77 after drowning in Fourni, Ikaria, while swimming from Kamari Beach.
Cynthia Erivo’s casting as Jesus in a one-night-only Broadway production of Jesus Christ Superstar on August 3, 2025, has sparked debate among Christians. While some see her role as a bold reinterpretation, others argue it strays from Scripture’s depiction of Jesus, raising questions about reverence and artistic freedom in sacred storytelling.
Yannis Smaragdis’ Kapodistrias, a historical drama about Greece’s first governor, Ioannis Kapodistrias, blends spiritual depth and national pride. Set for a Christmas Day release, the film features Antonis Myriagos and an international cast, aiming to redefine Greek cinema with its powerful narrative of leadership and sacrifice.
The Greek Orthodox Communities of NSW and Melbourne & Victoria have announced the highly anticipated…
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, a mythic action epic shot entirely in IMAX, stars Matt Damon as Odysseus, with Tom Holland, Charlize Theron, and more, set for release on July 17, 2026.
Italian music superstar Laura Pausini is enjoying a sun-soaked family vacation in Greece, sharing the…
David Boris Schaefer is a Swiss-Croatian actor, model and singer-songwriter born in Basel, Switzerland. He…
In a case that has rocked the British cultural establishment, former Cornish Museum curator Joseph…
“Our voice becomes a cry” was a powerful slogan that rang out in Athens on…
Nicholas Galitzine has officially unveiled his transformation into He‑Man, offering fans the electrifying first glimpse…
A poignant cultural protest unfolded at the British Museum last Saturday when Greek soprano Sonia Theodoridou, accompanied by six women dressed as ancient Greek Caryatids, entered the institution to demand the return of a missing “sister” statue.
Yannis Parios captivates at Pallas Theater, with Nia Vardalos dancing in the crowd, ahead of her Tiny Beautiful Things premiere in Athens.
The Maria Callas Olympia Municipal Music Theater in Athens has suspended operations after a fire suppression system malfunction flooded the stage with 5 tons of water, canceling all performances and disrupting a planned collaboration with OPANDA and Athinaika Theatra.
The vibrant spirit of Greek cinema returns to Hollywood this month as the 19th Annual Los Angeles Greek Film Festival (LAGFF) kicks off on May 27th, spotlighting a compelling lineup of over 65 films, high-profile tributes, industry panels, and in-person and virtual events.
Beloved Greek actor Nikos Galanos passed away at 79 after a courageous battle with a serious health issue. Known for his roles in The Land of the Olive Tree and iconic films like A Funny Girl, his loss has deeply saddened the artistic community.
Nia Vardalos shared an emotional account of her father’s death on March 12, 2020, just before the coronavirus quarantine, in a Cypriot TV interview. Unable to hold a funeral or say goodbye due to early pandemic restrictions, she reflected on their close bond and his pride in education.
Greek Australian filmmaker and playwright Alex Lykos makes his stand-up comedy debut at this year’s…
A new film directed by Eva Nathena will bring the extraordinary life of Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis to the big screen, produced by Tanweer. From his resistance against the Nazi occupation to his iconic Zorba the Greek score and banned anthems during Greece’s 1967–1974 dictatorship, Theodorakis’ story of music and activism promises to resonate, reflecting on freedom and cultural legacy.
