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| APRIL |
Thursday 1 April to Friday 30 April
Exhibition of Ancient Hellenic Medicine Under the auspices of the Hellenic Medical Society of the UK. Free entry. Opening hours Monday-Thursday: 9am-7pm, Friday: 9am-5.30pm, Saturday: 10am-4.30pm. Further information on www.rsc.ac.uk.
Venue: Royal Society of Medicine, 1 Wimpole Street, London W1
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Tuesday 6 April to Thursday 29 April
A Journey into my Imagination An exhibition of oil/acrylic paintings and ink drawings by Efi Liarokapi. Private view on Thursday 8 April, 6-9pm. Please contact 020 7487 5060 for opening hours
Venue: Friends Room , Hellenic Centre |
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Thursday 8 April, 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Greek Evening and Easter Celebration at the Hellenic Centre Bar Come and crack red eggs with us! Enjoy another Greek tradition in an evening of rebetika, Greek folk and popular songs. Ticket £10 to include a plate of Greek meze and a glass of wine. Further information and bookings on 020 7487 5060.
Venue: Hellenic Centre |
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Sunday 11 April, 7.30pm
Oneiro An evening of traditional Greek music organised by C+M events. Tickets £15, children under 12 £10. Further information and bookings on 07986 432469.
Venue: Ryan Theatre, Harrow on the Hill, Middlesex
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Wednesday 14 April to Sunday 2 May
Antigone Sophocles’s tragedy directed by Anastasia Revi and produced by Theatre Lab Company. Tickets £15, concessions £12, groups of 10+ £10, discount tickets (limited) £10. Further information and bookings on 020 8237 1111 or www.riversidestudios.co.uk
Venue:
Riverside Studios, Crisp Road, London W6
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Thursday 15 April, 6.30pm to 9.30pm
The Body, our Instrument A playful and challenging practical workshop on visual theatre. An exploration of how our body can create and express visual theatre that can excite the actor and the viewer searching for richness in our expressivity, creativity, and imagination of our physical gestuality. The workshop will be delivered by the well known actor, director, movement director and theatre teacher Marcello Magni. Marcello is co-founder of Complicité in London. He has collaborated with Mark Rylance, Hideki Noda (Japan), George Kimoulis (Greece, Antigone by Sophocles at Epidaurus theatre), Helena Kaut Howsen, Kathryn Hunter (Birds by Aristophanes, National Theatre), Mike Alfred, David Glass, Nancy Meckler. This workshop will also be delivered at the International Theatre Workshop in Berlin. Organised by the Hellenic Centre. Maximum number of participants 20. Fee £25, concessions £20. Further information and bookings on 020 7487 5060.
Venue: Great Hall, Hellenic Centre
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Thursday 22 April, 7pm to 8.30pm
An Exclusive Reception for the Members and Friends of the Ionian Society. Further information and bookings on 020 7589 2371 or maria@andipa.com.
Venue: - Andipa Gallery, 162 Walton Street, London SW3
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Friday 23 April
Dogtooth Yorgos Lanthimos’s inspired and provocative film, winner of ‘Un Certain Regard’ at the Cannes Film Festival 2009 will be released in cinemas nationwide. . Further information on 020 7299 3686 or sophie@rabbitpublicity.com.
Venue: London cinemas showing the film: Gate Notting Hill, Odeon Covent Garden, Renoir, Ritzy Brixton |
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Monday 26 April, 7.15pm
Brasília from the Beginning, Fifty Years Ago On the occasion of the 50th anniversary from the inauguration of Brazil’s modern capital, Styliane Philippou will give an illustrated lecture in English on the making of Brasília, the utopias embodied in Lúcio Costa’s Modernist masterplan, and Oscar Niemeyer’s ensemble of monumental civic buildings that shaped the skyline of the postcolonial Brazilian city par excellence, and offered him the opportunity to enter into a dialogue with the landmarks of architectural history. Dr Styliane Philippou is an architect and architectural historian, and author of Oscar Niemeyer: Curves of Irreverence, published by Yale University Press in 2008. Organised by the Hellenic Centre. Free entry but please confirm attendance on 020 7563 9835 or press@helleniccentre.org.
Venue: - Great Hall, Hellenic Centre |
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Monday 26 April
A Quiz at Quaglino’s organised by the Oinoussai Benevolent Fund. Cocktails at 7pm, dinner at 8pm. Raffle draw, entertainment show and a special guest performer from Greece. Tickets £80. Proceeds will go to the island of Oinoussai for vital assistance and support to those in need and for social projects. Further information and bookings on 07986 245930.
Venue: Quaglino’s, 16 Bury Street, London SW1
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| MAY |
Tuesday 4 May, 7.15pm
Ionian Islands and Epirus, a Cultural History Book launch organised by the Hellenic Centre, Ionian Society and Signal Books, Oxford. Drawing a mosaic portrait of the Ionian Islands and special places of interest in Epirus, author Jim Potts focuses on the landscapes, traditions, legends and special historical events that have appealed most strongly to the imagination of writers, travelers and residents. Free entry but please confirm attendance on 020 7563 9835 or press@helleniccentre.org.
Venue: - Friends Room, Hellenic Centre |
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Wednesday 5 May to Thursday 27 May
Light of Day A first solo exhibition of oil paintings celebrating colour and light by Elly Hadjipateras. Private view on Wednesday 5 May, 6-9pm. Please contact 020 7487 5060 for opening hours.
Venue:- Friends Room, Hellenic Centre
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Wednesday 12 May, 7.15pm
Merchants, Princes and Painters; the Texture of Silks Represented in Paintings from Duccio to Holbein An illustrated lecture in English by Lisa Monnas, FSA exploring the way in which 14th to mid 16th Century silks from Florence, Genoa, Lucca and Venice were depicted in the art of the period, beginning with the paintings of Duccio and ending with those of Hans Holbein the Younger. Organised by the Hellenic Centre. Free entry but please confirm attendance on 020 7563 9835 or press@helleniccentre.org.
Venue: – Great Hall, Hellenic Centre |
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Saturday 15 May, 8pm to 1am
An Eptanisian Pirates Cruise on the Thames with kantades, dancing, music and fashion show. Organised by the Ionian Society. Departure from Westminster Pier; dress: pirates or black tie. Tickets £90, students £70. Further information and bookings on 020 7589 2371, 020 8579 3459, maria@andipa.com or anastasia@conceptconsultants.co.uk
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Monday 17 May, 6.30pm to 8pm
Private Preview of May Greek Sale at Bonhams for Hellenic Centre Members A guided talk in Greek by the team from Bonhams, Athens around the sale due to start on 18 May. The pictures will be put in the context of the wider Greek Art Market and works by Lytras, Fassianos, Tsarouchis, Bouzianis, Gkikas, Jacobides, Kessanlis and Maleas will be singled out for discussion. Maximum number of participants 30. Please confirm attendance on 020 7487 5060; reservations on first come first served basis.
Venue: Bonhams, 101 New Bond Street, London W1 |
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Wednesday 19 May, 7.30pm
Smyrna... Paradise Lost An illustrated lecture by Giles Milton on the most cosmopolitan city of Ottoman Turkey, its glory and terrible end, based on research for his acclaimed book. Organised by Ilya Haritakis for London Hellenic Society. Free entry.
Venue: Great Hall, Hellenic Centre
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| JUNE |
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Wednesday 2 June to Thursday 24 June
Of Sheep and Shepherds: Images of Greek Mountains An exhibition of photographs by Tim Salmon. Private view on Wednesday 2 June, 6-9pm. Please contact 020 7487 5060 for opening hours.
Venue: Friends Room, Hellenic Centre |
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Thursday 3 June, 7.30pm
Runciman Award Ceremony organised by the Anglo-Hellenic League; sponsored by the National Bank of Greece. Free entry but please confirm attendance on 020 7486 9410 (voicemail) or info@anglohellenicleague.org by 31 May.
Venue: Great Hall, Hellenic Centre |
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Wednesday 9 June, 7pm
An Interfaith Symposium for Christians, Jews and Muslims Speakers: The Most Revd. Metropolitan Kallistos of Diokleia, Dr Ed Kessler and Dr Dawud Bone. Coordinator: H. E. the Archbishop of Thyateira and Great Britain, Gregorios. Organised by the Hellenic Centre. Free entry but please confirm attendance on 020 7563 9835 or director@helleniccentre.org.
Venue: Hellenic Centre |
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Saturday 12 June, 2.00pm
The Situation of the Christian Churches in the Middle East an address by Metropolitan John of Western and Central Europe. Widely experienced in international church affairs, he
is uniquely placed to speak on the situation of Churches in the birthplace of the
Christian faith.
Venue: St Botolph's Church |
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Saturday 12 June, 7.15pm
Annual Summer Ball organized by NEPOMAK.uk. Tickets £35; price includes champagne reception, three course dinner and live Greek music till late. Further information and bookings on 07966 274950 or uk@nepomak.org
Venue:Great Hall, Hellenic Centre |
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Sunday 13 June, 10am to 5.30pm
Annual Marylebone Summer Fayre The Hellenic Centre participates in a day of fun at the heart of Marylebone. An opportunity to buy all things Greek! Books, traditional Greek lucky charms and koboloi. Our stall will be located in front of the Centre and we will be happy to help you and talk to you about the Centre and its numerous activities. |
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Sunday 28 March, 6pm
25 March 1821 A celebration organised by the Peloponnesian Association of Great Britain. Further information and bookings on 020 8992 4391, 07973 563820, 07910 216082 or evitayianni6_greece@yahoo.gr.
Venue: Great Hall, Hellenic Centre |
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Wednesday 16 June, 9.45am
Guided Tour to Chartwell House Winston Churchill’s private house. Tour will include the house, Churchill’s studio to see his paintings, inspired by the “wilderness years” and a walk in the gardens (including the Chartwell Estate for those who wish to explore further afield). Organised by the Fundraising Committee of the Hellenic Centre; proceeds in aid of ‘21 & Co’, a charity for children with Down’s syndrome. Departure from the Hellenic Centre at 9.45am promptly; departure from Chartwell House at 4pm. Bookings and further information on 020 7937 6448 or 07768 470709.
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Sunday 20 June to Sunday 27 June - Great Hall, Hellenic Centre
International Showcase of Architecture 2010 An exhibition organised by the Cultural Department of the Cyprus High Commission within the International Festival of Architecture. Opening hours: Saturday and Sunday, 12-4pm; Monday to Thursday, 10am-5pm. Further information on 020 7321 4125 or cultural_chc@btconnect.com.
Venue: Great Hall, Hellenic Centre
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Monday 28 June, 6pm
Katie Lentakis Award Ceremony organized by the Anglo-Hellenic League. Free entry but please confirm attendance on 020 7486 9410 (voicemail) or info@anglohellenicleague.org by 25 June.
Venue: Council Room, King’s College London, Strand, London WC2
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| JULY |
Tuesday 6 July to Thursday 15 July
Love An exhibition of paintings by Nikolas Michalitsianos. Private view on Tuesday 6 July, 6-9pm. Please contact 020 7487 5060 for opening hours.
Venue: Friends Room, Hellenic Centre
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Wednesday 7 July, 7pm
Greeks in the Middle East An illustrated talk organized by the Diaspora Centre Trust. Free entry put please confirm attendance on 020 7848 2938, 020 7373 0388, 020 8368 9206 or mariaproussou@yahoo.co.uk.
Venue: Boardroom, Hellenic Centre
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Monday 12 July to Friday 16 July
50 Years of the Republic of Cyprus Engraved by the Cypriots An exhibition of prints organised by the Cultural Dept. of the Cyprus High Commission, in collaboration with Cyprus Chamber of Fine Arts (EKATE) and Hambis Museum. Open to the public as from Monday, 12th of July and lasting till Friday, 16th of July 2010. Official opening by Dr Niki Katsaouni, Cultural Counsellor of the Cyprus High Commission, on Monday, 12th of July 2010, at 7.30pm, in the presence of the President of EKATE Daphne Trimikliniotis and Mr Hambis Tsangaris, who will give a talk in the Greek Cypriot Dialect titled "50 Years of Cyprus Republic - 50 Years of Engraving. The Cyprus Trajectory of Hambis". Translation in English will be delivered in printouts. A reception will follow. RSVP, stating number of persons on 020 7321 4125 or cultural_chc@btconnect.com (Cultural Dept. of the High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus). Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10am-5pm.
Venue: Great Hall, Hellenic Centre
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| AUGUST |
| No cultural events will take place in August. Events will resume in September. |
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| CONFERENCE FACILITIES AT THE HELLENIC CENTRE |
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A number of rooms available all with natural light, accommodating from 2-200 people. Ideal for all events, from small business meetings to large conference and/or corporate events. Standard conference and audio visual equipment available, including wireless internet & PA system. Parking at Masterpark in Chiltern Street and Moxon Street, London W1, close to the Centre.
For further information, click Venue Hire or contact Kay Stavrinou on:
Tel: 020 7563 9834 or 020 7487 5060
Fax: 020 7486 4254
Email: bookings@helleniccentre.org |
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| CATERING FACILITIES AT THE HELLENIC CENTRE |
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| Catering arrangements for lunches, dinners and parties. For further information please contact Christina Vagioti on 020 7563 9836 |
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| GREEK DANCE LESSONS |
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Organised by Lykion ton Hellinidon
Winter Term: 19 January - 12 April 2008
Easter Break: 16 March - 28 March
Summer Term: 10 May - 12 July
2.00 - 3.00pm Children, 3.00-4.00pm Adult Beginners
4.00 - 5.00pm Adults Intermediate, 5.00 - 6.00pm Adults Advanced
Term Fees: Adults £45, Students £30, Children £20
Every Saturday at The Crypt, St Sophia, Moscow Road, London W2
For further information please contact Mrs A Williams on 020 7229 4086 or visit www.lykiontonhellinidon.co.uk. |
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| Information given in The Hellenic Centre calendar was correct at the time of writing. Events may be cancelled or changed without prior notice. |
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