Greek Performing Arts, Onassis Stegi, or How to Rave Against All Odds.

Over the past two decades, Athens has hosted an unprecedented number of approximately 2,000 theatre and dance premieres each season. This article traces the transformation of the performing arts in Greece, highlighting how resilience, innovation, and a commitment to inclusivity have made Greek perfo...

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Publicado en:Contemporary Theatre Review Vol. 35; no. 2/3; pp. 252 - 271
Autor principal: Dimadi, Iliana
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd May-Aug2025
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Sumario:Over the past two decades, Athens has hosted an unprecedented number of approximately 2,000 theatre and dance premieres each season. This article traces the transformation of the performing arts in Greece, highlighting how resilience, innovation, and a commitment to inclusivity have made Greek performance a powerful force for reflection and change, both locally and globally. At the centre of this evolution stands Onassis Stegi, the cultural hub of the Onassis Foundation, which has emerged as a vital platform amid social unrest, economic hardship, and digital disruption. By championing independent artistic voices and confronting urgent social issues, Onassis Stegi has redefined the cultural landscape through bold initiatives in theatre, dance, and hybrid multimedia forms.