Rockwave Festival
Since it was first held in 1996 Athens' Rockwave Festival has
become one of Europe's most popular annual live rock music events,
drawing the hottest performers and an enthusiastic crowd of tens of
thousands. The music fest takes place over three days, featuring
three stages offering different types of music: metal, rock and
dance. The latest addition is the 'silent' dance experience,
featuring the Silent Disco.
Venue: Terra Vibe;
Date: July 2008, TBC;
Website: www.rockwavefestival.gr
Athens Festival
Athens Festival
The city of Athens' cultural showcase is the two-phase Athens
Festival, held every summer since 1955 at the magnificent 2,000
year old Herod Atticus Odeon, built in 161 AD, as well as other
venues throughout the city. The ancient tiered theatre nestles at
the foot of the Acropolis and during summer and autumn resounds
each evening to the tune of symphony orchestras, classical drama
and dance, and operatic performances. The large and varied
programme of international and Greek artists is available from the
Athens Festival office on Stadiou Street. The summer section of the
festival runs from about June to July, while the autumn section
covers August to October.
Venue: Herod Atticus Odeon and other venues;
Date: 1 June to 23 August 2008;
Website: www.greekfestival.gr
Lycabettus Hill Festival
A perfect way to spend the hot summer nights in Athens in
stunning surroundings and with first class entertainment is to
attend some of the items presented at the annual Lycabettus Hill
contemporary arts festival. The various performances take place in
the open-air theatre atop the hill which provides magnificent views
across Athens. The programme includes contemporary jazz, pop, rock
and dance shows. For more information contact the Lycabettus
Theatre on (0)210 722 7233.
Venue: Lycabettus Hill Amphitheatre (travel up by funicular, or walk);
Date: May to September 2008, TBC
Traditional Greek Dance Festival
The warmth and energy of the Greek people is nowhere better
demonstrated than in their traditional dancing, and this can be
witnessed in fine style each summer night (except Mondays) at the
theatre established by Greek folk expert, Dora Stratou, on
Philopappus Hill in Athens. The dancers in each show do full
justice to the costumes and ancient routines that make up each
packed performance.
Venue: Dora Stratou Theatre;
Date: May to September 2008, TBC;
Time: Tuesday to Saturday 9.30pm; Sunday 8.15pm;
Website: www.grdance.org
