The Greek Centre

08/08/2025

Kapetan Mihalis – Opening the 30th Greek Film Festival!
“I don’t weigh, I don’t measure, I don’t compromise. I follow the deep beating of my heart.” – Nikos Kazantzakis
Premiering as the Opening Night film of the 30-year anniversary of the Greek Film Festival, the iconic hero of Kazantzakis’ best-selling novel comes to life – a fierce Cretan warrior sworn to wear black until his homeland is free.
Set during the 1889 revolution, Kapetan Mihalis is a powerful, intense production featuring a stellar cast of renowned Greek actors.
Get your tickets at 30GFF Kapetan Mihalis | Palace Cinemas
https://greekfilmfestival.com.au/melbourne
Watch the film. Feel the revolution. An unmissable event!

01/08/2025

POWERFUL HISTORICAL DRAMA TO OPEN
THE 30th GREEK FILM FESTIVAL

OPENING NIGHT NOW ON SALE!!!
The Greek Film Festival, kicks off its 30th anniversary season with the powerful historical drama Kapetan Mihalis (Captain Michael), directed by Kostas Haralambous and based on the novel by Nikos Kazantzakis.

The fiery feature will play on Tuesday 14 October at the Gala Opening at the famed Astor Theatre and at special event screenings at Palace Balwyn Cinema, Palace Cinema Como, and Palace Pentridge Cinema.

The film, is set in 1889 Crete, the film tells the story of a Cretan patriot torn between duty and forbidden love. A sweeping tale of freedom, passion, and identity—Kapetan Mihalis is the perfect opening to this landmark celebration of Greek cinema.

Don’t miss this epic night!
Tickets now on sale: https://greekfilmfestival.com.au/melbourne

25/07/2025

The Performing Star Academy has landed at The Greek Centre
Led by industry pro Tony Nikolakopoulos this is your chance to learn from the best ,the man behind the screen and stage, now ready to guide the next generation of stars.
Claim your FREE trial class and we’ll send you all the session info!
Every Saturday at The Greek Centre

Singing | Acting | Dancing

Call or text Tony on 1300 372 300

Email: [email protected]
Let the spotlight find your star

The AllStars Academy is launching Performing Star Academy at The Greek Centre in 2025 — and you're invited to be part of the magic!

We're kicking off with FREE trial classes this Saturday for kids, teens (and maybe some brave adults too)
Whether you're into acting, singing, dancing or all of the above, this is your moment to shine!

This Saturday Greek Centre

FREE Trial Classes
For more info follow the link https://www.greekcommunity.com.au/events/performing-star-academy-expressions-of-interest

23/07/2025

GIVEAWAY ALERT!
Hit the link to enter https://forms.monday.com/forms/f12baa9c18e8142f42e68b7cc7e43b1f?r=use1
PANATHINAIKOS BC COMES TO MELBOURNE
Euroleague superstars Panathinaikos B.C. face off against KK Partizan of Serbia in a one-night-only clash at John Cain Arena, as part of the Pavlos Giannakopoulos Tournament.
We’re giving away 3 double passes to this epic basketball showdown!
Don't sleep on it this is your shot to see EuroLeague giants live in Melbourne!

23/07/2025

The 30th Greek Film Festival lands in Melbourne!
Oct 14–26, 2025

30 years of bold stories, unforgettable moments, and a whole lot of Greek magic on screen.

Kicking off with a glam Opening Night Gala – Tuesday Oct 14
(Opening film? Still under wraps... but worth the wait.)

More info coming soon

18/07/2025

Cavafy for Beginners is officially sold out!
Thank you to everyone who booked a seat for our workshop. See you there for a journey through poetry and passion!

14/07/2025

Final Opportunity: 1 last spot - https://www.greekcommunity.com.au/events/cavafy-for-beginners-workshop

Join us for an engaging two-part workshop on the timeless work of Konstantinos Cavafy, led by Associate Professor Michail Bakoyiannis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki).

Designed for non-specialists, this Greek-language workshop offers an interactive exploration of Cavafy’s most influential poems, encouraging critical reading and discussion in a small group setting.

Monday 18 & 25 August

07/07/2025

Only 2 seats remaining for Cavafy for Beginners, a two-part workshop led by Associate Professor Michail Bakoyiannis from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

Explore the poetic world of Konstantinos Cavafy, his history, his language, and the lasting resonance of works like Ithaka, Walls, and Kaisarion in a setting designed for thoughtful discussion and close reading.

📍 Greek Centre | Level 2
18 & 25 August | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Ticketed | https://www.greekcommunity.com.au/events/cavafy-for-beginners-workshop

Secure one of the final places today

06/07/2025

Happening at the Greek Centre -12 July
Signifying Nothing
The Invention of Zero and the Challenge of Expressing the Inexpressible

Presented by Bernie Lewin | Platonic Academy of Melbourne
FREE PUBLIC LECTURE

How can a number represent nothing—and still change everything?
This fascinating talk traces the origins of zero, its philosophical resistance in the West, and the strange journey of how we came to express the inexpressible.

From ancient India to Aristotle and modern mathematics, discover how zero became one of the most powerful (and controversial) ideas in human history.

🗓️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the void—no math background required.
At the Greek Centre. Open to all curious minds

For more info follow the link https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/signifying-nothing-tickets-1388917352189

02/07/2025

Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria Upcoming Online Seminar – Language, Gender & Social Ideologies in Greek

The Greek language plays a powerful role in shaping how gender is perceived and experienced. In this thought-provoking seminar, Dr Angeliki Alvanoudi will examine how gendered terms in Greek reinforce social ideologies and contribute to sexism in everyday communication.
The session will explore:

The relationship between grammatical, lexical, and social gender

The generic use of the masculine and the semantic derogation of women

Language reform strategies such as gender-specification and gender-neutralisation

For more info follow the link https://www.greekcommunity.com.au/events/the-battle-for-bodies-hearts-and-minds-in-postwar-greece-2
📍 How to participate:
This is a free online-only event streamed via YouTube and Facebook.

02/07/2025

The AllStars Academy is launching Performing Star Academy at The Greek Centre in 2025 — and you're invited to be part of the magic!

We're kicking off with FREE trial classes this Saturday for kids, teens (and maybe some brave adults too)
Whether you're into acting, singing, dancing or all of the above, this is your moment to shine!

This Saturday Greek Centre

FREE Trial Classes
For more info follow the link https://www.greekcommunity.com.au/events/performing-star-academy-expressions-of-interest

29/06/2025

Our second show of “Mikis & Manos is now officially sold out.
We thank everyone for their incredible support.

We look forward to welcoming all ticket holders to what promises to be a memorable event.