Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center

Veteran French actor Fanny Ardant directs the Greek National Opera in an ambitious and unconventional production of Dmitri Shostakovich's "Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk" at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center on May 12, 15, 17, 19 and 22. Based on the novel by Nikolai Leskov, the opera addresses the subject of a woman's position in provincial pre-revolutionary Russia.

Acclaimed lyre soloist Sokratis Sinopoulos and his quartet explore the evolution of traditional Greek music from its Byzantine origins and its similarities with other grassroots genres in a concert at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) on Sunday, May 5.

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) and the Greek National Opera celebrate International Dance Day on April 29 early with an all-day program of events dedicated to this wonderful art form. Performances, parties and classes will cover the range of genres, from tap, tango and breakdance to Greek folk dances. The admission-free event starts at 10 a.m.

Originally written in 1999 for renowned Icelandic singer Bjork and the Brodsky Quartet, Sir John Tavener's "Prayer of the Heart" will be presented by pianist Nikos Laaris, singer Monika and soprano Maria Palaska at the Greek National Opera Alternative Stage on Saturday, April 20, along with other major works by the composer who was inspired by the Orthodox faith, in a tribute to sacred music at

Singer, songwriter and musician Vassilikos, the former frontman of successful indie-rock band Raining Pleasure, will be performing at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) on Monday, April 15.

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) is hosting the third annual No Finish Line charity race, an international event aimed at raising funds for organizations dedicated to helping children. Participants can either walk or run as long as they want, in any way, at any time they wish, as many times as they want, during the 90 hours of the event.

"From Russia With Love" is a Greek National Opera tribute to Igor Stravinsky, which sees three acclaimed choreographers presenting their own takes on three pieces he composed for impresario Sergei Diaghilev, creator of the Ballets Russes in Paris.

Yako Trio is a jazz band inspired by celebrated Greek musician and composer Yannis Constantinidis and his use of familiar Greek folk music melodies and rhythms.

George Zongolopoulos (1903-2004) never ceased experimenting or exploring the measure and harmony in his art, constantly innovating and always tuned in to international developments in sculpture.

Marking the centennial of diplomatic relations between Poland and Greece, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center presents a concert by celebrated Polish jazz pianist, composer and producer Leszek Mozdzer, in cooperation with the Embassy of Poland in Athens.