Billy Cotsis
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Feliz Páscoa, Χριστός Aνέστη from Rio, Brazil
One of the best nights I’ve ever had in the Americas? It wasn’t a party or a beach—it was Greek Orthodox Easter in Rio. This is the second time I’ve …
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The music and songs of the Golden Age of Greek Cinema come to life
The Verbrugghen Hall, Conservatorium of Music, will come alive with the music of the Golden Era of Greek cinema of the 1950s and 1960s, on May 11. Τα Κινηματογραφικά: Songstresses …
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When a Neanderthal debuts at the Sydney Comedy Festival: Alex Lykos’s new comedy
Alex Lykos is excited. He always is when we chat about creative arts projects, especially in his area, near the Greek Precinct of Marrickville. It dawned on me what a …
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Kazantzakis’ ‘Christopher Columbus’ debuts at Greek Theatre Mantouridion
Hellenic Art Theatre’s opening weekend has brought audiences to another display of fine Greek Australian acting to the stage at Marrickville’s Greek Theatre Mantouridion. Running from April 4 to May …
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From Billy Belly to fighting fit: Billy’s journey to reclaim his health
Sometimes in the shower I couldn’t see my toes. Often, I would see people staring at my man boobs. I would ask people not to stare at my man boobs …
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Leros, an island paradise created by God
Leros was a gift to civilisation. The island paradise is surrounded by stunning beaches washed by turquoise waters, and replete with idyllic bays. My recent visit to God’s playground was …
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Mytilenian Brotherhood returns the hospitality at Sydney Glendi
The Mytilenians have a unique way of celebrating, and they proved it once again on Sunday at the “Mytilenian Glendi,” held at the Mytilenian House in Sydney. More than …
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Sydney Lesvians launch ‘tavernaki nights’ with monthly events at Mytilenian House
As the recent success of Sydney’s Greek Fest and Antipodes in Melbourne fades, the Mytilenians in Sydney have temporarily taken the mantle for community events. Almost 300 people attended the …
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Rising star Danielle Stamoulos talks about her creative career, Medusa and latest project ‘Gorgo’
‘Gorgo’, a new Greek Aussie film, is taking the international film festival circuit by storm. Written by and starring Danielle Stamoulos as Medusa, the film has won accolades and plaudits …
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The Greek legacy in Papua New Guinea: A hidden but lasting influence
When you land in Port Moresby, you fly in over God’s living room; turquoise waters usually found in Queensland, mountains that remind me of Lesvos and rivers that resemble those …