Everything worth experiencing this week: From the Van Gogh and Zongolopoulos exhibitions, to shopping at Meet Market, children’s theater, reading a self-care book and dancing at a disco night.
The blockbuster exhibition about Vincent Van Gogh in Athens
An impressive spectacle, combining art with technology and promising an emotional journey through the work of the iconic painter. From October 22, at the Goudi Olympic Center (Building B02), you literally enter the paintings: 3,000+ images on giant screens, 60 high-resolution projectors, VR room, interactive laboratory where the drawings of the great painter “come to life”. After international sell-outs and 12 million visitors, the Exhibition Hub production promises a complete, moving journey into the world of van Gogh, from Sunflowers to the Virtual Reality Room that puts you directly into the world of the great artist, on a tour of the colors, inspirations and dreams of the one who wanted to depict the soul of the world. Duration of visit: 60-75 minutes
Michaels Cacoyannis Foundation — Children’s & Adolescent Stage
Alki Zei, The Chaplain of the Showcase
Alki Zei’s emblematic coming-of-age story is being staged in a new theatrical adaptation: summer in Samos, two sisters, a group of children and a “chaplain” who brings their imagination to life, while the Metaxas dictatorship (4/8/1936) darkens the world of adults. Secret missions, solidarity and the timeless demand for freedom, through the eyes of children. A poetic, live performance with simple but imaginative sets, music on stage and a hero-symbol who reminds us that democracy and freedom are won with courage and truth. Premiere: Sunday, October 26
Madame Ginger — DE fem BOOK: 12 months of self-care
Madame Ginger’s new book (Marilou Pantaki) is an interactive wellness guide that turns theory into practice, month by month. Each chapter becomes a small “station” of self-care: sleep quality, connection with the cycle/period, digital detoxification, a positive relationship with the body and reconciliation with age, smart meal preparation, gut health, a thought journal, reconnecting with nature and a December of mood boosting to end the year with light. With playful, colorful illustrations by Danai Giatraki (Danaillama), practical exercises, easy recipes and useful tools (fruit/vegetable seasonality poster and QR codes with additional material), the book smoothly gets you into the rhythm. Price: €18.80.
The Meet Market: Autumn edition at Technopolis
On Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 October at Technopolis of the Municipality of Athens, a two-day event with 160+ Greek brands is being set up: designers, artists, small producers. Clothing, accessories, jewelry, home goods, beauty/wellness products, children’s, tasty goodies and vintage treasures. You will also find the new Vintage Section inside the Machinourgiou, Tastes from around the world: street food, beers from microbreweries, special cocktails, and music all day with continuous sets, activities and surprises for children, inspired by Halloween. Don’t forget to stop by the Central Ticket Office/Info point to enter the Grand Raffle, where three winners will win a gift basket from the exhibitors.
Giorgos Zongolopoulos — 20 years later
A tribute to the great sculptor and painter, with works that illuminate his evolutionary path: from the strict geometric compositions of the ’60s to the kinetic sculpture with light and water of the ’70–’80s. Lesser-known paintings, small-scale sculptures and multiples are also presented, offering a comprehensive picture of his artistic production. This is a curated journey through the work of a leading Greek artist, where form, light and water meet the movement and poetry of matter. Duration until November 8. Sianti Gallery, Vas. Alexandrou 2 & Nireidon 18, 11634, Athens
Burger Disco: For a disco night
Put on the sparkle and go out to dance! XTRACAVANZA returns to the center with disco and dance house rhythms. DJ TAF is on the decks and after midnight Sunshine Pedro takes over for the midnight set. You will hear sparkling disco, classic and modern house hits and you will experience a party atmosphere, with cocktails and cuisine until late (dinner from 8:00 PM, dancing until dawn). Saturday, October 25 at Burger Disco Club, Nikis 11, Syntagma
