The countdown to Christmas has begun and The «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre is ready to welcome children aged 3-5, along with their parents, as well as children aged 5-8, to experience the magic of the holidays together! Educational programs and workshops filled with Christmas flavors, New Year's aromas, colors, imagination, and many, many surprises are waiting for you to discover them!
The «Theatron» aims to house contemporary artistic expression and, combined with the infrastructure of the Culture Center «Hellenic Cosmos», to become an important cultural hub for Greece.
The building of the «Theatron» is a multifunctional space with the main design features being polymorphism and flexibility. It has been designed according to the most modern technological and architectural specifications and uses state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, unique for Greek standards.
For the operating hours of the «Theatron» please refer here.
The building has: the “Antigone Hall” of 1,000 spectators capacity, the “Iphigenia Hall” of up to 650 spectators capacity, the “Ismene Hall”, three foyers with bars on different floors, multipurpose rooms, smaller multifunctional rooms where meetings, press conferences or workshops can take place as well as an underground parking lot of 220 spots and an outdoor parking lot of 170 spots.
The Atrium located at the entrance of the "Theatron" offers additional outdoor space for the events, thanks to the wonderful weather of our city.
Current Plays
Theatrical Productions
"The Verdict" by Barry Reed
The «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre welcomes from November 1st the theatrical play "The Verdict" by Barry Reed, adapted for the stage by Margaret May Hobbs. The role of the fierce and uncompromising lawyer in a dark and complex case is portrayed by the exceptional Grigoris Valtinos. After the huge success of "DA" by Hugh Leonard, with Grigoris Valtinos in the leading role, Petros Zoulias takes on the task of directing a deeply social courtroom drama in an ambitious production by the Foundation of the Hellenic World and Thiasis Cultural Actions.
Theatrical Productions
Vodka Molotov
The explosive comedy by Eleni Randou, based on Neil Simon's adaptation of Chekhov's short stories, is presented in the Iphigenia hall of the «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre. After the continuous sold-out performances during the summer tour across Greece and the great success it had at the "Atrium" of the «Hellenic Cosmos», it continues for a second year in an impressive production by the "Methexis" company of Christos Tripodis from November 2nd.
Theatrical Productions
Les Misérables
The Foundation of the Hellenic World presents for the second consecutive year the timeless work of Victor Hugo "Les Misérables", directed and adapted for the stage by Konstantina Nikolaidi, along with a cast of 23 accomplished and talented actors.
Theatrical Productions
Grandpa Has High Blood Pressure
After the summer success and the moments of abundant laughter it has offered to the audience, the wild comedy by Dimitra Papadopoulou, directed by Christos Tripodis and produced by the company Methexis, continues in the Iphigenia Hall at the «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre. Starring: Fotini Baxevani, Sylvia Delikoura, Marilou Katsafadou, Stavros Nikolaidis, Aris Antonopoulos, and in the role of Grandpa, Vasilis Kolovos.
Theatrical Productions
The Legend of Mulan
"The Legend of Mulan", one of the most famous myths worldwide, is presented for the first time in Greece by the children's stage of Christos Tripodis and the company Methexis, in the Iphigenia Hall of the «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre. It is a spectacular theatrical production, based on the ancient Chinese poem "The Ballad of Hua Mulan", with impressive costumes, sets, sword fights, and choreography, as well as interactive play with the audience.
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Educational Programs
Family educational programs for children aged 3-5 years, together with their parents. Experiential activities with themes inspired by mythology, Greek nutrition, space, and prehistory.
The «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre offers Educational Programs for children 5 to 8 years old, which are designed and implemented by the Museological-Educational Department and take place in all the fully equipped indoor and outdoor spaces of the «Hellenic Cosmos».
The “Hellenic Cosmos” welcomes the new school year with new educational programs and activities that cater to all age groups. The programs are designed and implemented by the Museum Educators Department. Children are encouraged to collaborate, observe, investigate, and create.
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Completion of the Project "Digitization of Sacred Relics of Parish Churches"
With the presence of His Beatitude Archbishop of Athens and All Greece, Ieronymos II, the completion event of the co-financed Project "Digitization of Sacred Relics of Parish Churches" with MIS 6003375, organized by the Foundation of Pastoral Education of the Holy Archdiocese of Athens, was held with great success and a large turnout of guests on Thursday, October 3, at the «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre. The purpose of this project was the digital recording of the valuable ecclesiastical relics of the Holy Archdiocese of Athens and the Holy Monastery of Hosios Loukas, which constitute an important part of our country's cultural and spiritual heritage.
The Foundation of the Hellenic World participates in the 88th Thessaloniki International Fair
With the latest VR headsets, get ready to experience an exhilarating adventure in a virtual world! Are you ready to become a "helper" to Phidias, one of the greatest sculptors of antiquity, and visit his workshop in Olympia? To see what Attica looked like from the Acropolis rock 70 million years ago, solve ancient mysteries, and save your favorite heroes from dangerous missions?
The Foundation of the Hellenic World Stands by the Families Affected by the Fire
We offer free participation in the 4th ten-day period (26/8-6/9) of the summer camp "Summer in the City" for families from the affected areas. Additionally, free spots are offered in the educational programs implemented at the "Hellenic Cosmos" throughout the year.
Correspondents' Award "Decency 2023"
The Foundation of the Hellenic World (FHW) was honored with the Correspondents' Award "Decency 2023" at a special awards ceremony. This award is a recognition of the work of FHW, which showcases the rich Greek tradition, using the most modern technological means and keeping alive the historical memory and cultural heritage of our land.
«Chasing the Dream» by Zefi Syrivli
The children's book by Zefi Syrivli, titled «Chasing the Dream», with illustrations by Marina Roussou, was recently published by the Foundation of the Hellenic World. In this book, the author explores the journey we undertake to achieve our dreams.