QLD

BRISBANE POWERHOUSE: MAZE
A new visual theatre work fuses the ancient with the new to deliver a fresh take on the origin story of Greek mythologies infamous Minotaur.
When: 29 September – 2 October
Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington St, New Farm, 4005
Booking & Info: Brisbane Powerhouse website

THE FIRST GOVERNOR OF HELLAS, IOANNIS KAPODISTRIAS
A commemorative lecture delving into the life of the first Governor of Hellas, Ioannis Kapodistrias.
When: 3 October
Where: Saint Paraskevi Church, 241 Church Rd, Taigum, 4018
Info: 2021.org.au

GREECE 2021 GALA BALL
The Greece 2021 – Queensland Celebrates Organising Committee presents the “Greece 2021 Gala Ball”.
When: 20 November, 6:30pm
Where: The Greek Club, 29 Edmondstone Street, South Brisbane, 4101
Booking & Info: Eventbrite

NSW

FATES – MYTH ENTANGLED IN MOVEMENT
Through the lens of dance theatre alongside an original score, Flight PA Theatre explores the story of the Fates and Apollo, the first to challenge their traditionalist power from the standpoint of immortality.
When:  1 October – 24 October
Where: Flight Path Theatre, 142 Addison Rd, Marrickville, 2204
Bookings & Info: TryBooking

CATS AND THE CANARY
The Greek Festival of Sydney presents Cats and the Canary, the only band that specialises in Greek swing in Australia.
When: 5 December, 5:00pm
Where: Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar, 294 Marrickville Rd, Marrickville, 2204
Bookings & Info: Moshtix

FLASHBACK GREEK 80s 90s
Sydney’s Famous reunion event returns for a Special Long Weekend event on the waterfront in Darling Harbour with DJ’s Con Andrews, Darcy, Steve K and Nick Kay
When: 26 December, 9:00pm
Where: The Port, 2-10 Darling Drive, Sydney, 2000
Bookings & Info: Moshtix

VIC

1821 – THE EXHIBITION
The Federation of Messenian Organisations of Melbourne and Victoria will host a commemorative exhibition of paintings created by 21 new and rising artists.
When: 3 November, 6:00pm
Where: Victorian Artists Society, 430 Albert St, East Melbourne, 3002
Info: 2021.org.au

AHEPA UNIT ATLAS ANNUAL CHARITY DINNER DANCE
Time to relax enjoy a great meal with Greek Music and Dance and most of all enjoy each others company. Any monies over and above the expenses for outting on the dance will be donated to Health Research and other needy charities.
When: 13 November, 7:00pm
Where: Merrimu Receptions, 1300 Dandenong Road, Murrumbeena, 3163
Bookings & Info: Trybooking

A HOUSE ON AN ISLAND IN THE AEGEAN
Let the witty dialogue, references to Greek philosophy and language of this play entertain you and the evocative Greek soundtrack take you to the Aegean.
When: 16 November – 21 November
Where: La Mama Courthouse, 349 Drummond Street, Carlton, 3053
Bookings & Info: La Mama website

GREEK GENEALOGY CLUB
The Greek genealogy club brings together community members who have an interest in researching their family history.
When: 7 December, 5:00pm
Where: Coburg Library, Victoria Street, Coburg, 3058
Registration & Info: Eventbrite

BOOK LAUNCH – HER VOICE: GREEK WOMEN AND THEIR FRIENDS
The book launch of  HER VOICE: GREEK WOMEN AND THEIR FRIENDS, by Varvara Athanasiou-Ioannou.
When: 12 December, 3:00pm
Where: Alphington Grammar School, 18 Old Heidelberg Rd, Alphington, 3106
Registration & Info: TryBooking

GREEK STORY TIME
Join Yiayia for stories and songs in Greek. A take home activity will be provided.
When: 15 December, 10:30am
Where: Coburg Library, Victoria Street, Coburg, 3058
Registration & Info: Eventbrite

INAUGURAL GRECIAN BALL
The Greek Community of Melbourne and The Greek National Day Council of Victoria in association with the The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia present: The Inaugural Grecian Ball. A gala night filled with Greek entertainment.
When: 25 March, 2022, 6:00pm
Where: Grand Hyatt Melbourne, 123 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000
Bookings & Info: TryBooking

TAS

OLYMPIA FC WARRIORS SENIORS PRESENTATION NIGHT
Join the Olympia FC Warriors as they celebrate another year of football for all of their senior teams.
When: 15 October, 7:00pm
Where: Greek Hall, 69 Federal Street, Hobart, 7000
Bookings & Info: Olympia FC Warriors Facebook page

SA

THEATRE: MIDWAY TO NOWHERE
Australia, winter, 1952, and a group of New Australians, migrants from devastated post-war Europe, awaits release from the limbo of life in an Australian migrant camp.
When: 2 November – 7 November
Where: Theatre 1, 145 Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Hilton, 5033
Bookings & Info: TryBooking

2021 MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL
Discover and meet over 70 community groups showcasing more than 50 cultures right in the heart of Adelaide.
When: 14 November, 11:00am
Where: North side of Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga, Adelaide, 5000
Info: Government of SA website

AGM FOR THE GREEK MUSEUM OF ADELAIDE INC
Nominations are invited for the new Management Committee.
When: 28 November, 2:30pm
Where: Flambrouro Hall, 18 Fulton Street, Glenelg, 5045
Info: Greek Museum of Adelaide Inc. website

WA

A NIGHT OF HERAKLES AND ATHENA LIFE DRAWING
Grab some charcoal and pull up an easel, because you’ve been commissioned to create a portrait of two of the vainest characters from Greek Mythology.
When: 16 October, 6:00pm
Where: WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, 6000
Bookings & Info: WA Museum website

ANCIENT GREEKS: ATHLETES, WARRIORS AND HEROES
A captivating exhibition filled with some of the finest examples of Greek sculpture, armour, jewellery, vases and ancient sporting artefacts.
When: 20 June – 7 November
Where: WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, 6000
Bookings & Info: WA Museum website

BYZANTINE MUSIC CONCERT
A two-hour concert of Byzantine music by the Australian Byzantine Choir.
When: 9 November, 7:00pm
Where: St Constantine and St Helen Orthodox Church, Corner Parker and Francis Street, Northbridge, 6003
Info: 2021.org.au

ICONS, IMAGES AND INDEPENDENCE: A GREEK ORTHODOX RELIGIOUS AND HISTORICAL EXHIBITION 
Exhibition of religious items and artefacts related to the Revolution of 1821. The exhibition will be inaugurated by Dr Angeliki Euangelinou-Yiannaki.
When: 10 November, 6:00pm
Where: Ellenbrook Arts, 34 Main St, Ellenbrook, 6069
Info: 2021.org.au

ONLINE

ONLINE LECTURE: THE INTERNATIONAL APPEAL OF THE REVOLUTION OF 1821
Professor Antonis Liakos delves into how the Greek Revolution of 1821 was a catalyst for change, not only in the Mediterranean, but also across the oceans, not only in its time, but also in the decades that followed.
When: 30 September, 7:00pm
Where: Facebook Live
Info: Greek Community of Melbourne Facebook page

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