Arts
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Deadline extended for GACL’s 2025 Literary Competition – entries now close 1 August
Writers have been granted more time to polish their work, with the Greek-Australian Cultural League (GACL) extending the deadline for its 2025 Literary Competition to Friday 1 August. The annual …
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MIKIS + MANOS: A ‘heartfelt’ celebration of two music giants
The audience at the Greek Centre was treated to a celebration of two musical giants: Manos Hatzidakis and Mikis Theodorakis last Sunday. Both born in 1925, they created songs that …
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From thesis to TikTok sensation: Jorge Rivera-Herrans’ EPIC brings Homer’s Odyssey to a new generation
What started out as a college thesis for Jorge Rivera-Herrans has turned into a musical reimagining of Homer’s Odyssey. The ancient epic explodes onto the scene, fuelled by the power …
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Scents of the Gods: Thematikos returns to Athens with mythic immersion
In the heart of Athens this July, myth will meet memory once more as Melbourne-born candle and fragrance brand Thematikos returns to the Psyrri district for its second immersive exhibition. …
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Apology for hurt and pain as Venice arts duo reinstated
An artistic duo axed and then reinstated as Australia’s pick for one of the world’s most prestigious arts events has received an apology. Wesley Enoch, the acting chair of arts …
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Hellenic spirit in a classic tale: Zakaria Vasiliou joins “The 3 Little Pigs”
Greek Cypriot Zakaria Vasiliou is among the cast bringing the classic tale “The 3 Little Pigs” back to stage these July school holidays in Melbourne. The children’s musical returns for …
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GACL Poetry Afternoon event showcases Greek-Australian voices and migration stories
The Greek-Australian Cultural League (GACL) continued its mission of promoting literature through its annual Poetry Afternoon, celebrating the voices of Greek Australian and Philhellenic poets. Held on Sunday 22 June …
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The spiral and the sea: Danae Stratou’s ceramics of hope in Crete
Every Greek Island is as enchanting as the next. Crete is no exception. It’s layers of history, from the Minoan civilization to the long occupation by the Venetians, along with …
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Katy Perry parties at Greek owned Melbourne nightclub
Katy Perry made a surprise appearance at Greek owned Chasers Nightclub in Melbourne, during her Australian tour. The US pop star made her way to the ‘Poof Doof’ LGBT night …
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Antipodean Palette exhibition reveals duality of heritage and home
The opening of the Antipodean Palette exhibition at Steps Gallery in Carlton on Saturday 14 June marked a profound and moving celebration of Greek diasporic identity through visual art. A …