Cultural Life
Exploring Greek heritage, culture, and identity.
At the Stathakion, a New Look at How Americans Saw the Greek Revolution
A new exhibition at the Stathakion Cultural Center in Astoria explores how Americans responded to the Greek Revolution of 1821, tracing early philhellenism and transatlantic connections.
When Is Greek Orthodox Easter 2026? Dates, Traditions, and the Meaning of Pascha
Greek Orthodox Easter in 2026 falls on April 12. Learn the key dates, Holy Week traditions, and the meaning of Pascha in Greece and the diaspora.
Greek Institute of Venice Begins Major Digitization of Historic Greek Archives
A major project is digitizing centuries of archives from the Greek community of Venice, opening an important part of diaspora history to wider public access.
Director George Zouvelos Premieres ‘Once a Week for Life’ in Oaks
Greek-American filmmaker George Zouvelos brings his debut crime thriller Once a Week for Life to Oaks Center Cinema, with screenings through April 13.
New Spy Thriller A Stranger in Corfu Brings Cold War Secrets to a Greek Island
Award-winning author Alex Preston sets his new espionage thriller A Stranger in Corfu on the Ionian island of Vidos near Corfu. The novel releases August 4, 2026.
Cassandra Kulukundis Makes Oscar History With First Best Casting Award
Cassandra Kulukundis made Academy Awards history at the 98th Oscars, becoming the first winner of the new Best Casting category for Paul Thomas Anderson’s film One Battle After Another.
Greek-American Women Artists Featured in New York Consulate Exhibition
An exhibition featuring 19 Greek-American women artists opened at the Consulate General of Greece in New York and will run through March 31.
Young Greek-American Singer Georgia Elena Finds Her Voice Between New Jersey and Greece
Georgia Elena, an 11-year-old Greek-American singer from New Jersey, is performing in both the U.S. and Greece and dreams of representing Greece in Eurovision.
Koliva (Κόλλυβα): The Sweetness We Share When We Remember
Koliva (κόλλυβα) is the ceremonial wheat dish prepared for Greek Orthodox memorial services and Saturdays of Souls, rooted in centuries of tradition.
Island of Ghosts and Dreams Reexamines WWII Greece in New Novel by Christopher Cosmos
Christopher Cosmos’ new novel Island of Ghosts and Dreams revisits Greece during World War II, focusing on resistance, family, and survival in Crete.
Maria Callas’ La Scala Costumes Make Historic U.S. Debut at GW’s Brady Art Gallery
Original opera costumes worn by Maria Callas at La Scala are on view for the first time in the U.S. at GW’s Brady Art Gallery through March 21, 2026.
World Greek Language Day Marked at the United Nations
World Greek Language Day will be marked at the United Nations on February 9, 2026, with a panel on language, dialogue, and multilingualism.
