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SUMMARY:Modern Poetry in Translation – The Antidote to Agony: Focus on the Poetry of Greece and Cyprus
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the presentation of Modern Poetry in Translation’s latest issue\, The Antidote to Agony: Focus on the Poetry of Greece and Cyprus\, featuring 30 contemporary poets who expand the boundaries of Modern Greek\, Bulgarian and Arvanitika in English translation. The event will include poetry readings by issue contributors Kostya Tsolakis\, Calliope Michail\, Phoebe Giannisi and Brian Sneeden\, and will be introduced by guest editor Jessica Sequeira. \nThe Antidote to Agony features 30 selections of poems by contemporary poets\, translated into English\, expanding the linguistic boundaries of Modern Greek\, Bulgarian and Arvanitika\, reflecting on migrant crossings in the Mediterranean\, female friendship\, the transcription of orality\, imagined plagues\, the encounters of bodies\, the AIDS pandemic\, and artistic ruin\, among other themes. \nJoin us for an evening of poetry readings from issue contributors\, including readings by Kostya Tsolakis of his translations of Nikolas Koutsodontis and George Le Nonce\, Calliope Michail of her translations of Argyris Chionis and Iliassa Sequin\, and Brian Sneeden and poet Phoebe Giannisi will perform poems from Giannisi’s recent collection Goatsong\, as featured in this issue of MPT. \nModern Poetry in Translation was founded by Ted Hughes and Daniel Weissbort in 1965. They published poetry that dealt truthfully with the real contemporary world. For 60 years\, MPT has continued and widened that founding intent. To see more\, please visit: modernpoetryintranslation.com \nImage: Aegis – Design\, texts\, drawings by Phoebe Giannisi\, leather processing by Argyris Kappas \n 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/modern-poetry-in-translation-the-antidote-to-agony-focus-on-the-poetry-of-greece-and-cyprus/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Literature,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T190000
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SUMMARY:Athens Tales: Athens in Literature and Song
DESCRIPTION:Join the book launch and discussion of Athens Tales\, an anthology of one hundred and fifty years of Greek short fiction about Athens\, compiled and translated into English by Joshua Barley. The evening will include an illustrated presentation of the book by the translator\, and an accompanying performance of Athenian songs by mezzo-soprano Alexandra Achillea.  \nThis is the main UK launch of Athens Tales\, recently published by Oxford University Press. The book is an anthology of the last one hundred and fifty years of Greek short fiction about Athens\, comprising eighteen authors from representative periods of the city’s modern history. There are stories of war and migration\, love stories and other vignettes of Athenian life\, through which the reader traces the multiple transformations of the Greek capital. With each author bringing their own perspective as well as style\, the anthology is both an introduction to modern Greek literature as well as a portrait of Athens through its writers. At this event\, the book’s creator and translator\, Joshua Barley\, will give an illustrated talk weaving together some of the anthology’s lesser-known authors with the modern history of the city. He will be joined by special guests including the singer Alexandra Achillea\, who will perform a selection of twentieth-century Athenian songs with piano accompaniment. 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/athens-tales-athens-in-literature-and-song/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T160000
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SUMMARY:Kalamoti: A Medieval Village on Chios Island
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the book launch and discussion on the book Kalamoti: A Medieval Village of Chios. Kalamoti combines architecture with history\, highlighting current issues surrounding the preservation of cultural heritage. The Panayotis & Effie Michelis Foundation has entrusted Kalamoti’s representation to the architect and photographer Yiorgis Yerolymbos\, whose images reveal the harmony between landscape\, architecture\, and the people who inhabit them. The discussion will be between Yiorgis Yerolymbos\, political scientist Stathis Kalyvas and Pprofessor Roman Gerodimos.  \nThe historical context and development of the region over the centuries are comprehensibly described by the island’s former mayor\, architect Manolis Vournous\, who presents the reader with the necessary background and raises topical issues.  \nThe book serves as an occasion to reignite a substantive discussion within the scientific community and in society at large regarding the aesthetics of historic villages and their impact on the past and the foreseeable future.   \nThe book will be available to purchase on the day.  \nImage credit: Yiorgis Yerolymbos 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/kalamoti-a-medieval-village-on-chios-island/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T200000
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SUMMARY:Cinema Paradiso: Celebrating the Art of Film Music
DESCRIPTION:Cinema Paradiso is a music concert that celebrates the timeless beauty of film music\, presented by guitarist Dimitris Soukaras together with current and former Athena Scholars.   \nThis special concert highlights the artistry and creativity of talented Greek musicians as they perform a selection of much-loved soundtracks and themes from the international world of cinema.   \nThe programme features music by legendary composers such as Nino Rota\, Ennio Morricone\, John Williams\, and Hans Zimmer\, alongside other memorable works that\, while not originally written for film\, have become inseparable from iconic cinematic moments.   \nThe performers will present pieces in a variety of arrangements\, from intimate duos and trios to expressive quartets and full ensemble settings\, offering a rich and dynamic musical experience. Cinema Paradiso invites the audience to celebrate the power of film music and the artistry of the performers who will bring these unforgettable melodies to life.  \nImage credit: Photograph by Nikolay Matiushev
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/cinema-paradiso-celebrating-the-art-of-film-music/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T213000
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SUMMARY:Greek Carnival: The Music of Greece
DESCRIPTION:Following last year’s sold-out performance at the Hellenic Centre\, Kourelou and the Greek Collective return\, for a proper panigiri night with live music and dances from all over Greece and Cyprus\, including songs from Thrace\, Epirus\, Macedonia\, Peloponnese\, Crete and the Aegean\, as well as timeless classics.  \nFinger food and drinks will be available to purchase at our bar.  \nJoin us for an evening of fun and celebration!  \nBouzouki: Asterios Pouftis  \nGuitar: Pavlos Melas   \nViolin: Nikos Kyrios  \nVocals and percussion: Dunja Botic 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/greek-carnival-the-music-of-greece/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre & Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
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SUMMARY:UK Premiere: Mary\, Marianna\, Maria: The Unsung Greek Years of Callas
DESCRIPTION:“A fascinating\, as well as moving film\, bound to be a revelation for many people” – Marie-Aude Roux\, Le Monde  \nJoin us for the UK premiere of Mary\, Marianna\, Maria: The Unsung Greek Years of Callas. The documentary sheds light on Maria Callas’ life in Greece during her early years and her coming of age as a woman and as an artist in Athens during World War II and the years after 1957 when the internationally renowned diva reconnected with Greece.  \nThe Greek National Opera’s documentary\, conceived\, researched\, and written by Vasilis Louras\, directed by Michalis Asthenidis and Vasilis Louras\, and produced by Stella Angeletou\, brings to light valuable archival material and reveals\, for the first time\, the last rehearsal recording that Maria Callas made at her home in Paris a month prior to her passing.  Her foremost artistic achievements and little-known debuts\, the figures who influenced her\, and the major landmarks in her development as an artist are all explored – as well as  the prevailing social and political circumstances in Greece during World War II\, the Greek Civil War milieu of the 1940s and 19’50s\, and the unjust attacks she endured. These key narrative threads tell the story of the troubled\, novel-like life of Callas\, who always walked the line between tragedy and triumph.  \nThis documentary seeks to tell the story of Callas’ early years – the story of a triumph achieved through strength of character and talent\, hard work and dedication\, a story that saw her defy every difficulty and the abusive behaviour she faced. We are delighted that a discussion and Q&A with directors Vasilis Louras and Michalis Asthenidis and producer Stella Angeletou will follow the screening.  \nThe event is supported by AEGEAN\, the Hellenic Centre’s official air carrier.  \nImage credit: Still from the documentary Mary\, Marianna\, Maria: The Unsung Greek Years of Callas 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/uk-premiere-mary-marianna-maria-the-unsung-greek-years-of-callas/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260214T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
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SUMMARY:Sofia Vembo: The Voice of Greece
DESCRIPTION:Hailed as the “Voice of Greece”\, Sofia Vembo was a leading Greek singer and actress\, known for her passionate love songs and famous for her performances for the Greek troops during World War Il.   \nThis musical tribute honours this legendary woman whose voice still resonates across Greece and its diaspora. Katerina Clambaneva and her band will perform some of Vembo’s most memorable songs\, including Tabakiera\, Mona Zyga\, Poso Lypamai and Misirlou.  \nVocals: Katerina Clambaneva  \nBouzouki\, cello: Pavlos Carvalho  \nVocals\, guitar: George Tsolakis  \nDouble bass: Aglaia Carvalho-Dubost\n  \nArrangement and orchestration: Pavlos Carvalho\n  \nImage credit: Sofia Vembo 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/sofia-vembo-the-voice-of-greece/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260214T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260214T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20260212T122455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T122457Z
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SUMMARY:Love\, Laughter and Magic: A Greek Carnival Party for Children
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Greek Carnival at the Hellenic Centre! Asterakia returns with an afternoon of games\, singing and dancing\, including the traditional gaitanaki\, and more creative activities. A favourite annual event introducing families to carnival traditions from across the Hellenic world\, guaranteed to be entertaining for all.  \nPlease note that all children must be accompanied by an adult and adults can only attend if they accompany a child. Kindly let a member of staff know if you do not give permission for your child’s photographs and videos to be used by the Hellenic Centre in the website\, social media and publications. \nImage credit: Photo by Asimina Giagoudaki 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/love-laughter-and-magic-a-greek-carnival-party-for-children/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Theatre & Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
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SUMMARY:Her Voice: A Celebration of the Women of Classical Music
DESCRIPTION:Following their sold-out performance in 2023\, the Waldstein Trio return to the Hellenic Centre with a powerful programme celebrating the often overlooked\, yet extraordinary legacy of women composers from the 19th century to the present day. \nFrom Clara Schumann to Valentina Scheldhofen Ciardelli\, this concert traces over 200 years of remarkable creativity\, showcasing the unique and compelling voices of women who composed against the grain of a male-dominated musical tradition. For too long\, their contributions were dismissed\, marginalised\, or forgotten—pushed to the periphery of concert repertoire and historical recognition. \nYet these composers\, through resilience and brilliance\, challenged the barriers set before them. Their works are filled with emotional depth\, originality\, and artistic power. This performance honours their legacy and affirms the importance of restoring women’s rightful place in the classical canon. \nJoin us in celebrating the female creative spirit—through its music\, its resilience\, and its long-overdue recognition.
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/her-voice-a-celebration-of-the-women-of-classical-music/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20251116T192002Z
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SUMMARY:Lights and Shadows: A New Musical Adaptation of Dickens’ The Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:Join singer and actress Elena Hadjiafxendi and pianist Christos Fountos for a captivating performance that blends Hellenic musical heritage\, classical influences\, and theatrical storytelling. This newly conceived work\, inspired by Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol\, reimagines the timeless tale through original compositions\, festive arrangements\, improvisation\, and evocative narration.   \nExploring themes of compassion\, hope\, and personal redemption\, the performance captures the true spirit of Christmas—celebrating the enduring power of kindness and the magic of the festive season.  \nCelebrate with us the enduring power of kindness and the magic of the festive season. A magical experience for kids and adults! \nElena Hadjiafxendi: Narration / Vocals\nChristos Fountos: Composition / Arrangements / Piano / Vocals 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/lights-and-shadows-a-new-musical-adaptation-of-dickens-the-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
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SUMMARY:Jewish Music from the Hellenic Region
DESCRIPTION:Cantor Assaf Levitin is joined by pianist Naaman Wagner for an evening of deeply moving and timeless music. This concert journeys through the rich tapestry of Jewish musical heritage\, shaped by the Hellenic world\, ancient mythology\, and the enduring symbolism of the sea as a vessel of connection\, exile\, and return.  \nThe programme interweaves stories of displacement\, memory\, and belonging\, linking ancient voices with modern echoes across the shifting tides of time and culture. Alberto Hemsi’s Coplas Sefardies evoke the Judeo-Spanish heritage of Thessaloniki and Crete. Works by Fauré\, Schubert\, Barber\, and Ireland delve into the mythic and emotional depths of the sea\, conjuring themes of burden\, illusion\, and yearning. Contemporary songs by Yehuda Poliker and Corinne Alal explore memory\, migration\, and post-Holocaust identity with raw emotional power.  \nFrom haunting Sephardic ballads to rock music\, this concert offers a heartfelt musical tribute to the enduring Jewish presence in the Hellenic world.  \nThe event is supported by the Goethe-Institut London
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/jewish-music-from-the-hellenic-region/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
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SUMMARY:Echo: Dorothy Cross in Conversation with Iwona Blazwick
DESCRIPTION:For the third conversation of Echo\, curator Iwona Blazwick speaks with Irish artist Dorothy Cross about her work and how her forms and images resonate with myth and metamorphosis. Being human in relation to the natural world is a motif running through the sculpture\, film & photography of Cross\, connecting her work with the animist beliefs of the ancient world. The talk will be followed by a Q&A session.  \nCross came to prominence in the 1990s with her use of the skins and udders of cows to create surreal draped figures reminiscent of Christian statuary. Throughout her career she has continued to cast animal\, plant and human forms – ranging from jellyfish and foxgloves to skulls and fingers – making sculptures and films that create metamorphic synergies between us and non-human species. Most recently Cross has turned to carving marble\, the material of Antiquity. Sourcing an astonishing range of geological colours and striations\, she carves exquisitely rendered feet as part of the stone yet emerging from it.  Rather than pairs of feet\, single or multiple feet are captured in the act of walking\, like the petrified ghosts of our ancestors. She has commented. ‘Good art should make you consider yourself in relation to time\, which means in relation to birth\, life and death’. Dorothy Cross’ oeuvre resonates with the winged or four legged gods and goddesses of Greco-Roman statuary and with ancient systems of belief where the non-human world was understood as sentient and magical.    \nImage: Dorothy Cross\, Poll Na bPéist\, 2008\, Archival pigment print 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/echo-dorothy-cross-in-conversation-with-iwona-blazwick/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251017T200000
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SUMMARY:In Conversation: Christina Mitrentse and Fiona Mouzakitis with Stephen Emmerson
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a breakfast reception\, followed by a conversation hosted by curators Christina Mitrentse and Fiona Mouzakitis\, alongside artist Stephen Emmerson. The talk will explore the interactive exhibition BOOKMORPHS: Artists’ Books from Greece and the UK\, which brings together 44 artists’ books and objects by contributors from both countries. A Q&A session will follow the discussion.  \nThe exhibition marks the first comprehensive presentation in London of contemporary artists’ books by Greek and British visual artists in dialogue.   \nParticipating artists: Eleni Angelou\, Nikos Arvanitis\, Rania Bellou\, David Blackmore\, Sarah Bodman\, Ismini Bonatsou\, BOOKEND – Matt Hale & Nick Cash\, Maria Bourbou\, Thodoros Brouskomatis\, Jonathan Callan\, Natassa Chelioti – Naga\, Ioanna Delfino\, Joe Devlin\, Anna Dimitriou\, Stephen Emmerson\, SJ Fowler\, Michael Hampton\, Rowena Hughes\, Inscription Journal (Gill Partington\, Simon Morris\, Adam Smyth)\, Antonia Iroidou\, Eleni Kastrinogianni\, Peggy Kliafa\, Alexia Kokkinou\, Georgia Kotretsos\, Nikos Kryonidis\, Vasiliki Lefkaditi\, Eleni Maragaki\, Kyriaki Mavrogeorgi\, Despina Meimaroglou\, Christina Mitrentse\, Fiona Mouzakitis\, Kiki Perivolari\, Stamatis Schizakis\, Ifigeneia Sdoukou\, Christina Sgouromiti\, Danai Simou\, Dimitris Skourogiannis\, Annetta Spanoudaki\, Nectarios Stamatopoulos\, Despina Stavrou\, Aris Stoidis\, Evangelos Tasios\, Yannis Tzortzis\, Leonie Yagdjoglou.  \nImage: Stephen Emmerson
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/in-conversation-christina-mitrentse-and-fiona-mouzakitis-with-stephen-emmerson/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251016T190000
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SUMMARY:RUSH(ES) by Alexandra Bachzetsis
DESCRIPTION:RUSH(ES) is a compelling new solo performance by renowned Greek-Swiss visual artist and choreographer Alexandra Bachzetsis. Conceived as an introspective journey\, RUSH(ES) confronts behavioural taboos and interrogates the commodification of desire — constructed and deconstructed through the moving body.    \nRUSH(ES) is characterised by rapid transformations that push the body to its limits\, reflecting pleasure\, joy\, solitude and anxiety through the intense physicality of the performer. In the process of corporeal metamorphosis\, Bachzetsis navigates her body so that it ceases to be human and morphs into something else – an animal\, an object\, a tool.  \nIn this solo performance\, the audience is invited to perceive\, examine and experience these physical transformations as a reflection of the collective consciousness. RUSH(ES) thus aims to evoke intuitive\, immediate responses to music\, space\, text and the actions of the body\, taking both performer and audience into a heightened state of awareness and transformation.  \nBlending autofiction and auto–documentation\, the piece invites both performer and audience into a heightened state of awareness and transformation.  \nThe performance will take place on Thursday 16 and Friday 17 October 2025 at 19:00. This is the London premiere of RUSH(ES) and spaces are limited.
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/rushes-by-alexandra-bachzetsis/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
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SUMMARY:BOOKMORPHS: Artists’ Books from Greece & the UK
DESCRIPTION:The interactive exhibition BOOKMORPHS: Artists’ Books from Greece & the UK brings together a diverse selection of artists’ books\, book works\, book-art objects\, limited and multiple editions\, ephemera\, and journals by 44 visual artists\, curators\, publishers\, and theorists from both Greece and the UK. It marks the first comprehensive presentation in London of contemporary artists’ books by Greek and British visual artists in dialogue.  \nBOOKMORPHS borrows its title from a term used by art writer Michael Hampton and aims to foster dialogue and exchange between Greek and British artists.  \nShowcasing a wide range of techniques and media – painting\, printmaking\, drawing\, writing\, poetry\, digital printing\, cutting\, bookbinding\, sculpture\, sound\, and photography – the exhibition highlights the rich materiality and experimental nature of the book as an artistic form.  \nWhat happens when a book’s legibility is disrupted? BOOKMORPHS invites audiences to engage with books through unconventional forms of ‘reading’: holding\, touching\, activating. Here\, books transform into vehicles of unique\, interactive experiences\, allowing visitors to explore the anatomy of the book and connect more intimately with its content.  \nIn re-examining the meaning and history of the codex\, these works address a range of social\, political\, cultural\, ecological\, and gender issues. Personal narratives and subversive themes are reimagined in the artists’ book format\, expanding the ways books can be created\, read\, and understood as cultural artefacts.  \nThe various objects presented in BOOKMORPHS continue to abide by typical bibliographic references\, even though an artist’s book presents a disruption to conventional literary structures. In an age of screen reading and doom-scrolling\, this exhibition seeks to preserve a tactile connection with the book – as text\, as layered object\, and as interactive form.   \nParticipating artists: Eleni Angelou\, Nikos Arvanitis\, Rania Bellou\, David Blackmore\, Sarah Bodman\, Ismini Bonatsou\, BOOKEND – Matt Hale & Nick Cash\, Maria Bourbou\, Thodoros Brouskomatis\, Jonathan Callan\, Natassa Chelioti – Naga\, Ioanna Delfino\, Joe Devlin\, Anna Dimitriou\, Stephen Emmerson\, SJ Fowler\, Michael Hampton\, Rowena Hughes\, Inscription Journal (Gill Partington\, Simon Morris\, Adam Smyth)\, Antonia Iroidou\, Eleni Kastrinogianni\, Peggy Kliafa\, Alexia Kokkinou\, Georgia Kotretsos\, Nikos Kryonidis\, Vasiliki Lefkaditi\, Eleni Maragaki\, Kyriaki Mavrogeorgi\, Despina Meimaroglou\, Christina Mitrentse\, Fiona Mouzakitis\, Kiki Perivolari\, Stamatis Schizakis\, Ifigeneia Sdoukou\, Christina Sgouromiti\, Danai Simou\, Dimitris Skourogiannis\, Annetta Spanoudaki\, Nectarios Stamatopoulos\, Despina Stavrou\, Aris Stoidis\, Evangelos Tasios\, Yannis Tzortzis\, Leonie Yagdjoglou.   \nCurated by Project 2 Athens (Fiona Mouzakitis & Despina Stavrou) and Christina Mitrentse. \nCo-organised and hosted by the Hellenic Centre.  \nLead sponsor Captain Vassilis and Carmen Constantakopoulos Foundation. With the support of The A. G. Leventis Foundation. The catalogue is sponsored by The Panayotis & Effie Michelis Foundation.  \nSPECIAL PUBLIC EVENTS   \nTuesday 14 October\, 18:00–21:00  \nExhibition Private View 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/bookmorphs-artists-books-from-greece-the-uk/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
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SUMMARY:Call Me Stratos: In Conversation with the author
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of Chrysoula Georgoula’s debut novel\, followed by a discussion on modern challenges in Greece and a Q&A session. Call Me Stratos follows a man profoundly impacted by Greece’s financial crisis. The novel offers a powerful glimpse into the country’s recent turbulent history—from the Olympic Games to the economic collapse—highlighting the struggles of the working class.\n\nAfter a dramatic divorce\, and at the age of forty-two\, Stratos Achtidis returns to his family home to live with his mother and brother. Humiliated and feeling isolated from family and friends\, he turns to alcohol and reminisces about an over-glorified past. Through Stratos’s eyes\, the reader witnesses the social and economic transformations that have shaped Greek society over the past twenty-five years. The novel explores the struggles of ordinary working-class Greeks\, who have faced profound existential and financial challenges\, and the resulting shifts in their way of life.  \n\nGeorgoula delivers a pitch-perfect portrayal of the male psyche—particularly a certain kind of Greek male—with often brutal authenticity. Call Me Stratos is not just a compelling read; it is a powerful depiction of some of the most significant issues affecting Greek society.\n\nThe conversation will be led by Dr. Liana Giannakopoulou\, Senior Research Fellow at the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics\, University of Cambridge.’ \n\nIn collaboration with Istros books. 
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/call-me-stratos-in-conversation-with-the-author/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20250527T220800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T220801Z
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SUMMARY:Tribute to Vamvakaris\, Tsitsanis & Papaioannou
DESCRIPTION:This special concert takes you on a journey through their iconic songs\, highlighting the raw emotion\, depth\, and timeless beauty of their music. From Markos Vamvakaris’ soulful bouzouki to Vassilis Tsitsanis’ melodic innovations and Vassilis Papaioannou’s heartfelt storytelling\, the evening will celebrate the essence of rebetiko and its enduring legacy.  \n\nA night filled with nostalgia\, passion\, and the authentic spirit of rebetiko—not to be missed! \n\nCo–organised with Rebetiko Carnival. \nTickets\n\n\n£16/12 concession or £20 at the door
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/tribute-to-vamvakaris-tsitsanis-papaioannou/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20250527T220657Z
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SUMMARY:MY DEAR ELEKTRA by Arianna Economou
DESCRIPTION:MY DEAR ELEKTRA is inspired by the journey of British surrealist artist\, writer and occultist Ithell Colquhoun (1906–1988) to Cyprus. She arrived in the summer of 1951 to visit her friend and fellow artist from her days at the Slade School of Art\, Elektra Megaw (1907 – 1993) and her husband Peter\, the then Director of the Department of Antiquities.     \n\nIn this performance\, Economou attempts a parallel journey in search of sacred landscapes and the divine feminine\, across the terrain of the island of Cyprus\, trying to map out the journey and possible places Megaw and Colquhoun could have visited.  \n\nThe performance is built on seven imaginary letters written by Arianna Economou addressed to Elektra Megaw\, where she accounts the experiences\, memories and reflections\, that came up during her visits to Cyprus\, in relation to the bigger oeuvre of Colquhoun.  \n\nEconomou met Elektra Megaw through their common friend\, ceramicist Lionel Miskin. \n\nThe performance is inspired by the artworks Colquhoun made with Cyprus as stimulus.  \n\nDirection / Choreography / Performer: Arianna Economou  \n\nMusic: Giorgos Bizios  \n\nVisuals / Scenic Design/ performer: Charis Iacovou   \n\nVideo Art Film: Artemis Evlogimenou    \n\nArianna Economou wishes to thank Jacqui MacIntosh for her inspiring talk at NIMAC\, Elena Parpa and Ruth Keshishian\, for their valuable assistance with research material on Ithell Colquhoun.  \n\nProduction: Echo Arts / Culture 2024 / Deputy Ministry of Culture   \nTickets\n\n\n£12/10 concession\nBooking via Eventbrite or 020 7487 5060
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/my-dear-elektra-by-arianna-economou/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre & Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250612T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20250519T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T180217Z
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SUMMARY:Photographer John Donat in 1960s Crete
DESCRIPTION:Travelling to Crete after completing his studies at the Architectural Association\, John Donat found on the island the inspiration to redirect his career from architecture to photography – as he put it\, Crete set him free. Initially attracted by the prospect of recording the outstanding byzantine frescoes of the local churches\, Donat soon also turned his attention to the landscape and the towns’ streetscape. He became fascinated by all aspects of life on the island\, from the many traditional crafts to the religious festivities. It is indeed in Crete that he started to explore the theme that would become the leitmotif of his work\, the relationship between buildings and the people who inhabit them. Donat was to become one of the foremost British architectural photographers of his generation by capturing the built environment with a social documentary\, almost photojournalistic approach. He always valued his experience in Crete and\, many years later\, he managed to publish his beautiful images of the island in the book Crete 1960 (Crete University Press\, 1999) and display them at the Hellenic Centre in The Real Crete exhibition (2001). \n\nValeria Carullo\, Photographs Curator at the Royal Institute of British Architects\, presents Donat’s work. Q&A will follow the presentation.  \nTickets: £3/2 concession\, free for Members\n\n\nBooking required via Eventbrite\n or 020 7487 5060
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/photographer-john-donat-in-1960s-crete/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250607T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20250519T180535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T180536Z
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SUMMARY:The Music of Asia Minor: Presenting Violin Legends Semsis & Ogdontakis
DESCRIPTION:In this year’s Rebetiko Carnival\, violonist Kyriakos Gouventas and a group of brilliant musicians present the work of master violinists Dimitris Semsis (Salonikios) and Ioannis Dragatsis (Ogdontakis). Reviving the precious music of Santourovioli\, the combination of violin\, santur and guitar\, this evening will introduce you to the early rebetiko music of Asia Minor. \n\nDuring the great population movement in the southern Balkans in the early 20th century\, seminal artists from Constantinople\, Smyrna and the coasts of Asia Minor settled on the Greek islands and ports. Among them\, great music masters such as Dimitris Semsis (Salonikios) and Ioannis Dragatsis (Ogdontakis) came to Greece\, bringing along their sound and becoming leading figures in the local music scene.  \n\nTheir captivating performances and recordings made them legendary figures in the history of world music. The main instruments in Early Rebetika are violin\, santur\, guitar\, kanun\, oud and tampoura. Santurovioli is a minimal combination of violin\, santur and guitar. These three form an impressively functional musical system where the microtonal use of the violin shines brightly in the rich harmonics of the santur over a solid bass-guitar rhythmical background. Today\, there are only a few grand masters in the genre and Kyriakos Gouventas is considered the leading figure worldwide. \n\nCo–organised with Rebetiko Carnival.\n\nTickets: £16/12 concession or £20 at the door | Booking via Ticket Tailor\nor 020 7487 5060
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/the-music-of-asia-minor-presenting-violin-legends-semsis-ogdontakis/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250605T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20250508T205750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T205751Z
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SUMMARY:Greece’s Gender Divide: Unmasking the Crisis of Femicides
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with an all-female panel of academics from the UK and Greece discussing the gender divide and femicides in Greece. The forum examines the historical\, social\, and political factors behind gender inequality\, offering diverse perspectives and providing critical insights into the pressing issues confronting Greek society and the persistent gender inequality and violence against women. Speakers are Dr Afroditi Koulaxi\, LSE 100 Fellow at the London School of Economics\, Ioanna Gkoutna\, PhD Candidate at University College London\, Dr Charoula Tzanakou\, Director of CDPRP and Reader in Human Resource Management at Oxford Brookes Business School and Dr Sophie Chamas\, Senior Lecturer in Gender Studies at the School of Oriental and African Studies.\n\nScholars will present research findings\, offer diverse perspectives\, and discuss the systemic factors that underpin gender-based violence in the country. The forum will provide a platform for in-depth analysis and constructive debate on the complex interplay of cultural\, economic\, and political forces shaping these issues. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the panelists during a moderated discussion\, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and potential solutions. This event aims to contribute to ongoing academic discourse and inform policy discussions surrounding gender equality and human rights in Greece. The session encourages dialogue\, promotes collaborative research\, and highlights actionable reform strategies. \n\nThe Q&A is moderated by Dr. Georgos Samaras\, Assistant Professor of Public Policy\, King’s College London.\nTickets: £3/2 concession\, free for Members\n\n\nBooking required via Eventbrite or 020 7487 5060
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/greeces-gender-divide-unmasking-the-crisis-of-femicides/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250529T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250529T213000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20250508T205158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T205200Z
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SUMMARY:The Ring: A Tale of Cretan Resistance Against the Nazis
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning performance storyteller Anna Conomos-Wedlock presents her new work\, The Ring—a gripping tale of bravery\, sacrifice\, and the unbreakable spirit of a child messenger who risked everything for freedom during the Cretan Resistance against Nazi forces. This dramatic performance blends theatrical storytelling with music and songs from the island of Crete\, bringing to life an unforgettable chapter in history.  \nComing to the Hellenic Centre for one night only\, The Ring brings to life personal and untold narratives of survivors who\, as children\, experienced the Battle of Crete in May 1941\, operating as child messengers during the resistance against the Nazi forces between 1941-1945.    \nSuitable for ages 10+  \nTickets: £12/10 concession\n\nBooking required via Eventbrite or 020 7487 5060
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/the-ring-a-tale-of-cretan-resistance-against-the-nazis/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre & Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250522T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20250407T171345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T171346Z
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SUMMARY:The Divided Island: Screening and Q&A
DESCRIPTION:The Divided Island brings the Cyprus issue into sharp focus\, attempting an objective perspective on this complex and long-standing conflict. With Nicosia remaining Europe’s last divided capital\, the documentary explores the aftermath of the 1974 conflict\, which left the North predominantly inhabited by Turkish Cypriots and the South by Greek Cypriots. After 50 years of stalled negotiations\, the question remains: will the island ever reunite?  \nAmid the ongoing wars against Ukraine and Palestine\, the frozen divide in Cyprus has often been forgotten. The Divided Island challenges the hostile narratives commonly seen in mainstream media\, instead seeking the truth through deeply personal interviews with those whose lives\, homes\, and country were torn apart\, alongside the voices of young Cypriots yearning for  reconciliation.  \nThis debut feature documentary is directed by Turkish Cypriot Cey Sesiguzel and co-produced by Greek Cypriot Andreas Tokkallos\, the founders of the award-winning London-based production company\, Two Fresh Productions. By offering a nuanced and unbiased understanding of the Cyprus issue\, The Divided Island fosters a narrative of hope for a peaceful future and a resolution to the ‘Cyprus problem.’  \nDirector: Cey Sesiguzel  \nProducer: Andreas Tokkallos  \nRunning Time:  90 Minutes  \nCert: 15  \nThe Q&A will be hosted by BFI Digital Production Editor and Film Programmer Georgia Korossi.  \nTickets\n\n£6/4 concession\nBooking required via Eventbrite or 020 7487 5060
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/the-divided-island-screening-and-qa/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre London\, 18\, 16 Paddington St\, ONLINE\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Film
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20250401T123651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T123652Z
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SUMMARY:Myths in Motion: Performance and Children’s Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Myths in Motion is an interactive performance and creative workshop by Jessica Van de Koot blending Greek mythology with contemporary dance. This exciting experience brings to life beloved Greek Gods and Goddesses\, including Athena and Poseidon\, in a fun and engaging day for both children and adults. During the workshop\, children will create a dance inspired by the myth of Icarus and Daedalus\, exploring movement and storytelling through the lens of ancient mythology.  \n\nThe VDK Dance Company is a team of professional contemporary dancers and teachers who have been delivering these performances and workshops in primary schools across England to children of all ages. The workshops are a fun\, inclusive and engaging space for children to explore both dance and Greek Mythology. Prepare for a day filled with creativity\, movement\, and the magic of Greek myths\, guided by Jessica Van de Koot and her talented team of dancers! For children aged 5 – 12 years. \nTickets\n\n\n£10 each /£35 family of four\nBooking required via Eventbrite or 020 7487 5060
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/myths-in-motion-performance-and-childrens-workshop/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Theatre & Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250501T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T014555
CREATED:20250320T102137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T102142Z
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SUMMARY:Choreographer Eliane Roumié: 25km\, a site-specific project
DESCRIPTION:Choreographer Eliane Roumié presents 25km\, a site-specific project inspired by the Eleusinian Mysteries and the city of Eleusis. At the heart of this work is the integration of walking as a ritual\, inviting reflection on the profound shifts in contemporary life. From the refugee crisis to the loss of nature and social isolation\, Roumié explores the emotional and social landscapes that shape our world today. \n\nBorn and raised in Athens\, Roumié is an artist of Greek and Syrian descent. Drawing from her dual heritage\, she often finds herself in a state of ‘in-between\,’ where themes of transition and identity serve as key sources of inspiration. In 25km\, she reflects on these shifts in contemporary life through the lens of ritual. Using a collective\, long-duration walk as a primary means of exploration\, the project connects the ancient ritual of the Eleusinian Mysteries with urgent contemporary issues. \n\nIn 25km\, four women embark on a silent\, 25-kilometer journey\, retracing the steps of the Ancient Greeks in search of new personal and collective meanings. The project delves into the profound experience of walking\, investigating how this ritualistic act can be translated into dance. The exploration is further expressed through an artistic documentary\, a visual map\, and a dance performance\, inviting audiences to reconsider the relevance of such a journey in today’s world.  \n\nThe discussion will be followed by Q&A. \n\nImage: Konstantinos Kalavrezos \nTickets: £3/2 concession\, free for Members\n\n\nBooking required via Eventbrite\n or 020 7487 5060
URL:https://euniclondon.org/event/choreographer-eliane-roumie-25km-a-site-specific-project/
LOCATION:The Hellenic Centre\, 16-18 Paddington St \, London\, W1U 5AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre & Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Hellenic Centre":MAILTO:info@helleniccentre.org
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