Mikis Theodorakis

  World-renowned Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis is to address crowds at a major Athens rally on Sunday called against use of the term 'Macedonia' by the government in Skopje. Theodorakis, regarded as a guru of left-wing politics in Greece, is an...

World renowned Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis expressed his opposition to any agreement with Skopje that would include the term 'Macedonia' in the compound name. Theodorakis, regarded as a guru for the Left, said that there should be no derogation from...

Most people believe that the syrtaki (συρτάκι) is a traditional Greek dance going back to the early 20th century. The millions of tourists who visit Greece every year will dance - or at least watch - the syrtaki being...

Greek songwriter and composer Mikis Theodorakis launched a scathing attack at the SYRIZA-Independent Greeks government, claiming that it is the most right-wing administration in Greece since 1831. Theodorakis; a guru of the Left with long-standing ties to the Communist Party of...

An one-thousand-member choir directed by Panagis Barbatis and 50.000 spectators paid tribute to Greek legendary composer Mikis Theodorakis in Athens on Monday, June 19. It was already a magical summer night at the Panathinaic stadium before the largest ever assembled choir...

"During tough times, a Greek can become a hero or a slave," said legendary Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis in an interview published in Proto Thema Sunday newspaper. The 92-year-old musician, who is also an emblematic figure of the Greek Left,...

Former SYRIZA MP and government-friendly Avgi newspaper chairman Vassilis Moulopoulos has been appointed by the Lambrakis Press Organization (DOL) to solve the financial and structural problems of the group. DOL, owner of To Vima and Ta Nea newspapers, Vima FM...

Fidel Castro, the leader who defined Cuba and passed away on Friday night at the age of 90, was admired by many Greek politicians, academics and artists. However, there is a man who can be called Castro's Greek best...

Born in Athens, Greece, Betty Harlafti has traveled the world giving concerts in everything from encompassing Greek composers, lyrical performances, traditional Greek music such as rebetiko and jazz. Although the Greek Mezzo-soprano is perhaps best known for her collaboration with...

Crete is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands and it is famous across the globe for its beaches, clear waters and exceptional cuisine. However, what many people don't know is that some of the most important Greeks throughout history...