Ventouris Productions
VENTOURIS PRODUCTIONS presents the 3rd ZEIBEKIKO FESTIVAL AUSTRALIA ! 10 days of Zeibekiko spirit, dance, & history related functions. Special guests from Greece includes singing sensation ARETI KETIME with her violinist maestro DIMITRI STEFOPOULOS. Further, folklorist & specialist in traditional Zeibekiko dance & Asia Minor dances - DR. CHRISTOS THEOLOGOS, with associate Stefanos Kyriazakos specialist in Rhodes island dances.
ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOPS 24 JULY - 25 AUGUST 5 WEEKS COURSE
Tuesday 28 July 2026
Learn the Art. Experience the Soul of Zeibekiko.
Join Zeibekiko specialist, acclaimed dance teacher, and Zeibekiko Festival Australia Director, Sophia Ventouris, together with lead male dancer Dimitri Lahanas, for an inspiring journey into one of Greece's most iconic and emotionally powerful dances.
Zeibekiko is much more than a dance—it is a personal expression of the soul. Every movement tells a story, allowing the dancer to express emotion, strength, vulnerability, joy, resilience, and individuality through spontaneous movement.
At the heart of authentic Zeibekiko is self-improvisation. Rather than memorising choreography, you'll learn how to interpret the music, connect with your emotions, and dance with confidence and authenticity.
Whether you're stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or looking to refine your skills, these workshops provide a welcoming environment where you can develop both technique and self-expression.
Throughout this 5-week workshop you will learn:
Authentic Zeibekiko fundamentals and technique
Essential footwork and progressive step combinations
Correct posture, balance, and body control
Arm positioning and expressive movement
Traditional turns and transitions
Rhythm, musical interpretation, and timing
Traditional htipimata (rhythmic accents)
Improvisation techniques that build confidence
How to dance naturally, emotionally, and with your own unique style
Our teaching philosophy is to honour the tradition of Zeibekiko while empowering every dancer to develop their own authentic expression. No two Zeibekiko dances are ever the same—because no two stories are ever the same.
Open to both men and women of all ages and experience levels.
Come and discover why Zeibekiko has long been known as the Dance of the Soul.
Feel the music. Express your story. Dance with heart.
5 weeks course
Time: 7.30pm
Workshops dates include:
week 1: 28 July 2026
week 2: 4 August 2026
week 3: 11 August 2026
week 4: 18 August 2026
week 5: 25 August 2026
@Sydney Technical Boys High School (hall)
686 Forest Rd Bexley
SYDNEY TECHNICAL BOYS HIGH SCHOOL (HALL)
ADULT GREEK DANCE CLASSES in BEXLEY / SYDNEY
Thursday 14 May 2026
ADULT GREEK DANCE CLASSES run by Sophia Ventouris School of Greek Dance.
Thursdays weekly 7pm
Greek dances from all over Greece! Learn Greek social dances and folk dances. Suggest a dance you wish to learn. Join in a relaxed friendly, fun environment, meet new people, stay fit and learn more about Greek dance and culture!
THURDSAYS 7PM
SYDNEY TECHNICAL BOYS HIGH SCHOOL (HALL)
ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOPS GREEK DANCE - MEN ONLY TUESDAYS 8PM
Tuesday 12 May 2026
Learn the ART & experience the SOUL of ZEIBEKIKOS DANCE with Zeibekiko specialist dance teacher and Zeibekiko festival director Sophia Ventouris - with lead male dancer Dimitri Lahanas.
When we dance Zeibekikos, we express our feelings and mirror our soul.
Maximum students 20 for this specialized workshop.
The workshop focus is on how to gain more confidence to express oneself in Zeibekiko dance through self-improvisation, which is the KEY to Zeibekikos dance.
In the men’s workshop we will work on classic Zeibekiko male moves, hits “htipimata”, turns, steps for males, how to hold up arms and work them, along with a foundation basic step guide to build more steps on.
📅 4 weeks left Tuesdays 8pm
Dates
week 1: lesson finished
week 2: 19 May 2026
week 3: 26 May 2026
week 4: 2 June 2026
week 5: 9 June 2026
SYDNEY TECHNICAL BOYS HIGH SCHOOL (HALL)
ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOPS GREEK DANCE - WOMEN ONLY TUESDAYS 7pm
Tuesday 12 May 2026
Learn the ART & experience the SOUL of ZEIBEKIKOS DANCE with Zeibekiko specialist dance teacher and Zeibekiko festival director Sophia Ventouris - with lead male dancer Dimitri Lahanas.
When we dance Zeibekikos, we express our feelings and mirror our soul.
Maximum students 20 for this specialized workshop.
The workshop focus is on how to gain more confidence to express oneself in Zeibekiko dance through self-improvisation, which is the KEY to Zeibekikos dance.
In the women’s workshop we will work on moves, turns, posture, steps for females, how to hold your arms and unofficial rules for women dancing Zeibekiko etc.,
📅Commenced
4 weeks left - dates:
week 1: already finished
week 2: 19 May 2026
week 3: 26 May 2026
week 4: 2 June 2026
week 5: 9 June 2026
SYDNEY TECHNICAL BOYS HIGH SCHOOL (HALL)
ADULT GREEK DANCE CLASSES 7PM THURSDAYS 12TH FEB TO 12TH MAR
Thursday 12 February 2026
5 weeks Greek Dance Classes for adults
Dates valid for:
lesson 1: 12th Feb 2026
lesson 2: 19th Feb 2026
lesson 3: 26th Feb 2026
lesson 4: 5th Mar 2026
lesson 5: 12th Mar 2026
Join a fun & social atmosphere. Learn new Greek dances or brush up on your Greek dance skills.
Request a dance you wish to learn or gain more confidence to easily self-improvise as a leader in a dance circle.
Meet new people, socialise and stay fit.
Looking forward to meeting you, and celebrating Greek culture through dance together, every Thursday 7pm.
OPA!
SYDNEY TECHNICAL BOYS HIGH SCHOOL (HALL)
ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOP 6 WEEK BLOCK FROM 24 FEB - 31 MAR
Tuesday 24 February 2026
Zeibekiko Workshops by the producer of Zeibekiko Festival Sophia Ventouris.
Join in a friendly relaxed environment with objective to give you tools to be able to dance with confidence a good Zeibekiko.
WEEK 1: 24 FEBRUARY
WEEK 2: 3 MARCH
WEEK 3: 10 MARCH
WEEK 4: 17 MARCH
WEEK 5: 24 MARCH
WEEK 6: 31 MARCH
In the short time of 6 lessons you will gain a different insight on this special soulful dance. We will help unlock your inner being - soul to help you begin to achieve the skill of self improvisation for some great Zeibekiko moves that express the unique YOU.
Looking forward to meeting you on Tuesday 24th Feb 7.30pm.
OPA!
SYDNEY TECHNICAL BOYS HIGH SCHOOL (HALL)
DANCE SEMINARS C.THEOLOGOS & S.KYRIAZAKOS SYDNEY 11 & 12 OCT
Greek Dance Seminar/Workshops will run for 2 days. Sat 11th & Sun 12th Oct. (1.5hrs each)
CHRISTOS THEOLOGOS will be teaching dances from:
Session 1: SAT 11 OCT 11am: COASTAL ASIA MINOR
Session 2: SAT 11 OCT 1pm: ΖΕΙΜΠΕΚΙΚΑ ΠΑΡΑΔΟΣΙΑΚΑ - TRADITIONAL ZEIBEKIKA from ASIA MINOR
Session 3: SAT 11 OCT 2.30pm: RHODOS ISLAND
Session 4: SAT 11 OCT 4pm: KARSILAMATHES & APTALIKA
Session 5: SUN 12 OCT 11am: CHIOS
Session 6: SUN 12 OCT 1pm: CONSTANTINOPLE
Session 7: SUN 12 OCT 2.30pm: CAPPADOKIA
RESOURCES will be available for all enrolled on the day. This will include information on dances and their origin. A map of Asia Minor pointing out areas of dances taught. Links to music. Videos of the lessons also will become available to all that request it.
SYDNEY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL (HALL)
ARETI KETIME IN CONCERT HURLSTONE PARK RSL 10 OCT SYDNEY
Friday 10 October 2025
TICKETS food or drink not included but available on the night.
A GRADE VIP...............................$ 89 (with meet & greet Areti after show)
B GRADE......................................$ 69
C GRADE.......................................$59
COCKTAIL TABLES/STANDING...$49
Featuring Areti Ketime & Maestro Violinist Dimitris Stefopoulos from Greece!
20 bouzoukia spectacular - Tassos Bouzouki Sydney
Paradise Band with Michael Platyrrahos & Giorgios Apostolidis
ARETI KETIME is a born musical talent from Greece. Her family originated from Asia Minor. She effortlessly sings & plays the santouri since the age of 6. Her musical talent is outshined by her unique angelic voice!
Versatile and able to sing traditional, endexna /alternative & modern songs. She also writes her own music.
Areti is definitely one of Greece's national talents that represents Asia Minor, Rebetika & traditional songs of Greece. Areti is the voice that echoes Greece!
CANTERBURY HURLSTONE PARK RSL
OPEN ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOP 9 OCT 8.30PM
Thursday 9 October 2025
OPEN ZEIBEKIKO DANCE WORKSHOP FOR MEN, WOMEN, YOUNG AND YOUNG AT HEART!
OPEN TO ALL AGES .
WE WILL EXPLORE THE ZEIBEKIKO STYLES OF REBETIKO, TRADITIONAL & MODERN.
SLOWER MOVEMENTS THAT COMMAND ATTENTION VS FAST MOTION.
THE SPIRITUAL CONNECTION OF ZEIBEKIKO - THE DIALOGUE OF "SOUL, BODY & MOVEMENT".
LET GO AND EXPRESS EMOTION ON THE DANCE FLOOR.
EXPERIENCE CULTURE......DANCE ZEIBEKIKO!
SYDNEY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL (HALL)
MEN ONLY ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOP 9 OCT 7.30PM
Thursday 9 October 2025
ZEIBEKIKO DANCE WORKSHOP FOR MEN ONLY. LEARN "FIGOURES" - MOVES FOR MEN.
BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE AND SELF IMPROVISATION SKILLS.
LEARN STEPS, TURNS AND HAND MOVEMENTS THAT ARE EFFORTLESS AND LOOK GREAT.
EXPERIENCE CULTURE....... DANCE ZEIBEKIKO!
SYDNEY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL HALL
WOMEN ONLY ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOP 9 OCT 6.30PM SYDNEY
Thursday 9 October 2025
ZEIBEKIKO DANCE WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN ONLY. LEARN "FIGOURES" MOVES FOR WOMEN.
BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE AND SELF IMPROVISATION SKILLS.
LEARN STEPS, TURNS AND HAND MOVEMENTS THAT ARE EFFORTLESS AND LOOK GREAT.
EXPERIENCE CULTURE....... DANCE ZEIBEKIKO!
SYDNEY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
STEKI TAVERNA - THE "GREATEST" ZEIBEKIKA HITS" OCT 8 SYDNEY
Wednesday 8 October 2025
Join us on a ZEIBEKIKO MUSICAL journey with the GREATEST ZEIBEKIKA HITS!
Come and enjoy a wonderful night at "Steki Taverna" with electrifying atmosphere and delicious Greek food. The Steki band will be taking us on a musical journey with the GREATEST ZEIBEKIKA HITS.
******** HIGHLIGHT **********************
ARETI KETIME will make an appearance with her violin maestro DIMITRI STEFOPOULOS!
Limited seats .......avoid disappointment BUY your tickets NOW!
EXPERIENCE CULTURE.....DANCE ZEIBEKIKOS!
STEKI TAVERNA
ZEIBEKIKO LECTURE BY DR. CHRISTOS THEOLOGOS OCT 7 SYDNEY
Tuesday 7 October 2025
This lecture will touch on origins of Zeibekikos from antiquity, to Byzantine, till date.
The symbolism and journey of this special dance through time. We will look at the evolvement and how it was shaped by history or circumstances. From a traditional form to the rebetika blues, a solo dance till what it has become and what it means for Greeks today.
Ζεϊμπέκικος: από την πολιτισμική μνήμη στην παιδαγωγική πράξη.
Η ερμηνευτική δύναμη του χορού στο προσφυγικό βίωμα»
Zeibekikos: from cultural memory to pedagogical practice. The interpretative power of dance in the refugee life experience.
Refugee experience refers to the refugees of Asia Minor and how they used dance to as a coping mechanism to express themselves and remember their lives prior the Asia Minor catastrophe.
DR CHRISTOS THEOLOGOS is not only an academic but researcher and will give us all valuable information, historical facts, and open up our minds about the importance of dance, culture and religion.
GREEK COMMUNITY CLUB OF NSW
CHURCH IN HEART OF TRADITION BY DR. C THEOLOGOS OCT 6 SYDNEY
Monday 6 October 2025
Η ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ ΣΤΗ ΚΑΡΔΙΑ ΤΗΣ ΠΑΡΑΔΟΣΗΣ - CHURCH IN THE HEART OF TRADITION
"ΟΡΘΟΔΟΞΗ ΠΙΣΤΗ, ΕΘΙΜΙΚΑ ΔΡΩΜΕΝΑ ΚΑΙ ΧΟΡΕΥΤΙΚΕΣ ΤΕΛΕΤΟΥΡΓΙΕΣ” - “ORTHODOX FAITH, CUSTOMARY RITUALS AND DANCE CEREMONIES”
The lecture will be delivered by Greece's most respected folklorist in the Asia Minor region cultural studies:
Dr. Christos Theologos.
Η διάλεξη επιχειρεί να αναδείξει τους άρρηκτους δεσμούς ανάμεσα στην Ορθόδοξη Πίστη και τον Ελληνικό Λαϊκό Πολιτισμό, όπως αυτοί αποτυπώνονται στις διαβατήριες τελετές, τα εθιμικά δρώμενα, τα πανηγύρια, τους παραδοσιακούς χορούς και τη μουσική. Η Εκκλησία υπήρξε διαχρονικά η βάση των κοινωνικών και πολιτισμικών εκφράσεων του ελληνικού λαού, ακόμη και μέσα στη Διασπορά, λειτουργώντας ως χώρος λατρείας αλλά και ως πυρήνας κοινοτικής συνοχής και μνήμης.
Μέσα από την ανάλυση παραδειγμάτων όπως ο χορός μετά τη θεία λειτουργία, τα χοροτράγουδα αφιερωμένα στην Παναγία και στους Αγίους, οι τελετουργίες του γάμου και της βάπτισης, καθώς και η σημασία του ιερέα........
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church (hall)
CAPPADOKIA DANCE W/SHOP ST NICHOLAS PARISH 6 OCT SYDNEY
Monday 6 October 2025
DR. CHRISTOS THEOLOGOS WILL CONDUCT IN THE FRONT COURTYARD OF ST. NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH, A ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE WITH LIVE SONGS & DANCES FROM THE LAND OF THE SAINTS - CAPPADOKIA.
HIGHLIGHT:
TOGETHER WE WILL SING WITH ARETI KETIME FROM GREECE AND HER VIOLIN MAESTRO IN A MASSIVE CIRCLE WHILE OUR HANDS ARE CONNECTED IN A CROSS-LIKE FASHION (ΣΤΑΒΡΩΤΑ) DANCING AND SINGING SONGS OF MOTHER MARY, CHRIST & SAINTS EMBEDDED IN GREEK TRADITIONAL CULTURE - BY CANDELIGHT!
A FREE EVENT OPEN NOT ONLY TO YOUTH AND PARISHIONERS BUT ALL DANCE GROUPS & PUBLIC.
PLEASE REGISTER YOUR PARTICIPATION SO YOU DONT MISS OUT.
ΔΕΤΟΙ ΚΑΙ ΤΡΑΓΟΥΔΙΣΤΟΙ ΧΟΡΟΙ ΓΙΑ ΤΟΝ ΧΡΙΣΤΟ, ΠΑΝΑΓΙΑ ΚΑΙ ΑΓΙΟΥΣ
ST NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH PARISH
ARETI KETIME CONCERT PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE OCT 5 MELBOURNE
Sunday 5 October 2025
TICKETS - food or drink not included.
A GRADE VIP...$ 89 (with meet & greet Areti after show)
A GRADE........ $ 69
B GRADE..........$59
C GRADE...........$49
Featuring ARETI KETIME & Maestro Violinist DIMITRIS STEFOPOULOS from Greece!
BOUZOUKI & TRADITIONAL INSTRUMENT SPECTACULAR - NESTORAS COLLEGE
OMADOS & FRIENDS BAND
ARETI KETIME is a born musical talent from Greece. Her family originated from Asia Minor. She effortlessly sings & plays the santouri since the age of 6. Her musical talent is outshined by her unique angelic voice!
Versatile and able to sing traditional, endexna /alternative & modern songs. She also writes her own music.
Areti is definitely one of Greece's national talents that represents Asia Minor, Rebetika & traditional songs of Greece. Areti is the voice that echoes Greece!
IVANHOE GIRLS PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
DANCE SEMINARS C.THEOLOGOS & S.KYRIAZAKOS 4 &5 OCT MELBOURNE
Greek Dance Seminar/Workshops will run for 2 days. Sat 4th & Sun 5th Oct. (1.5hrs each)
CHRISTOS THEOLOGOS will be teaching dances from:
Session 1: SAT 4 OCT 11am: COASTAL ASIA MINOR
Session 2: SAT 4 OCT 1pm: ΖΕΙΜΠΕΚΙΚΑ ΠΑΡΑΔΟΣΙΑΚΑ - TRADITIONAL ZEIBEKIKA from ASIA MINOR
Session 3: SAT 4 OCT 2.30pm: RHODOS ISLAND
Session 4: SAT 4 OCT 4pm: KARSILAMATHES & APTALIKA
Session 5: SUN 5 OCT 11am: CHIOS
Session 6: SUN 5 OCT 1pm: CONSTANTINOPLE
Session 7: SUN 5 OCT 2.30pm: CAPPADOKIA
RESOURCES will be available for all enrolled on the day. This will include information on dances and their origin. A map of Asia Minor pointing out areas of dances taught. Links to music. Videos of the lessons also will become available to all that request it.
ST ELEFTHERIOS CHURCH HALL
OPENING NIGHT SHOW & ZEIBEKIKO GLENDI 3 OCT SYDNEY
Friday 3 October 2025
The Zeibekiko festival opening night will be a MASSIVE GLENDI!
LIVE MUSIC!
The night will kick off with DYNAMIC SOUNDS of "Cretan Rembetika Songs" named the "TABAHANIOTIKA AMAN AMAN SONGS" by Cretan Music Group under the direction of Michael Platyrrahos.
Get a taste of instruments such as the LAOUTO, BOULGARI & TZOURAS BOUZOUKI.
AMAZING SOUNDSS!
Following will be a spectacular show of BOUZOUKIA line up with TASSOS LAMBROU BOUZOUKI SYDNEY.
Enjoy ZEIBEKIKO SHOWS presented by Greek Dance Groups from Sydney.
Our guests from Greece Dr. Christos Theologos & Stefanos Kyriazakos will be there for all to meet-greet and dance with!
Highlight from Greece celebrated singer Areti Ketime and her violinist maestro Dimitris Stefopoulos will make an appearance and entertain us!
Zeibekiko Competion on the dance floor with PRIZE
Tickets include a Buffet meal - eat all you like. Drinks not included.
Tickets
A GRADE $65 B GRADE $55
EXPERIENCE CULTURE...DANCE ZEIBEKIKO!
Greek Community Club
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Thursday 14 August 2025
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TOU VOTANIKOU O MUNGUS - ESTUDIANTINA OF MELBOURNE REMBETIKO
Sunday 6 October 2024
TICKETS FOR THIS EVENT PLS CALL 0413114930 - OR- go to www.zeibekikofestivalaustralia.com.au
The final event of the Zeibekiko Festival Australia is to be held in Melbourne @ the Brunswick Ballroom 7pm on Sun 6th October.
The very talented band ESTUDIANTINA OF MELBOURNE led by Con Kalamaras will be in concert with the talented, master of Zeibekiko dance CHRISTOS SHAKALLIS dance show.
Celebrate Zeibekiko with a Live Music and dance Journey to the sounds of Smyrneika and Rembetika songs
BRUNSWICK BALLROOM
MELBOURNE - ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOPS WITH SHAKALLIS
Sunday 6 October 2024
Christos Shakallis will be in Melbourne for workshops for one day only on Sunday October 6th.
Session 1: 12-2pm Beginners - Intermediate
Session 2: 2-4pm Intermediate and beyond
Popular/Laiko Zeibekiko dance focus.
Teaching steps to help you build and improvise your own Zeibekiko. Xtipimata /hits, turns, and general movement, tricks in a soul fulfilling class to great zeibekiko songs.
Being in a class with Christos Shakallis is fun and a learning experience.
Put on your dance shoes, bring your water bottle and your towel because it's a workout!
MELBOURNE DANCE CENTRE
SAT 5 OCT DANCE WORKSHOP - ZEIBEKIKO - ASIA MINOR - PONTOS
Saturday 5 October 2024
Welcome to the "ALL DAY WORKSHOP" ! We start at 12pm sharp. A jam packed program teaching at least
-10 types of Zeibekiko traditional dances,
-10 dances at from Asia Minor inlcuding dances from Meli, Erythrea, Kessaria, Kappadokia, Smyrni, Constantinopole etc.,
-10 dances from Pontus
- laiko/popular Zeibekiko
Lunch break at approx 2pm for 20-30min
MESSINIA CATERING will have plates of souvlaki with chips and salad per person.
" TO BARAKI" - will be open coffee/drinks
The class will resume and have a small 10min break at 3.45pm and then we will continue dancing away till 5pm.
We can email you videos & resources from the workshop at your request.
Guest teachers from overseas are Christos Shakallis specializing in Laiko Zeibekiko and Yiannis Pagozidis specialising in traditional forms of Zeibekiko, Asia Minor and Pontian dance.
For dance school student discount passes or more info on teachers please drop me an email: info@zeibekikofestivalaustralia.com.au or call 0413114930.
Mytilenian House
MEN ONLY ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOP
Friday 4 October 2024
SHAKALLIS ZEIBEKIKO DANCE WORKSHOP FRIDAY 4TH OCT, 8-10pm session
MEN ONLY
POPULAR/LAIKO ZEIBEKIKO for men only, teaching "figoures", "xtipimata - hits", tricks and male orientated moves. Taught by the male master himself!
If you are a male, young or old and want to learn, improve and polish your Zeibekiko skills this is the right workshop!
SYDNEY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL (HALL)
WOMEN ONLY ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOP WITH SHAKALLIS
Friday 4 October 2024
A women only workshop with Christos Shakallis.
Ladies this is your chance to meet Christo and dance with him.
The class will focus on:
POPULAR/LAIKO ZEIBEKIKO focusing on steps, stance, figures, speed, movement, hand positions and
etc., suitable for women.
Aptaliko zeibekiko and Karsilama will also be taught as they belong in the Zeibekiko family of dances.
Sydney Technical High School (hall)
THURS 3RD OCT SPECIAL EDITION ZEIBEKIKO ADULT CLASS
Thursday 3 October 2024
SOPHIA VENTOURIS SCHOOL OF GREEK DANCE OPENS ITS ADULT GREEK DANCE CLASS DOORS TO ALL FOR A SPECIAL EDITION ZEIBEKIKO CLASS WITH INTERNATIONAL ZEIBEKIKO MASTER CHRISTOS SHAKALLIS & FROM GREECE -YIANNI PAGOZIDIS.
TEACHING TRADITIONAL & MODERN/POPULAR ZEIBEKIKO.
INCLUDING FOKIANO ZEIBEKIKO, KALMILIERIKO, TSOKME, AIVALIOTIKO, VRAKADIKO, APTALIKA ZEIBEKIKA & KARSILAMATHES and etc..,
Learning the true art of Zeibekiko ! A class really worth taking. An eye opener to the family of Zeibekiko dances.
AARC ARCADIAN ASHBURY BOWLING CLUB
"MUSIC OF OUR ANCESTORS" FREE SEMINAR FOR CHILDREN/YOUTH
Thursday 3 October 2024
Introducing our children to the "Music of our Ancestors".
* Free Entry
Multi-instrumentalist Michael Platyrrahos will be presenting to our younger generation, traditional instruments of our musical heritage including:
lyra, oud, lavta, lute and many more, for children to experience close up and listen to the sounds of the instruments.
Michael and his children will demonstrate how to play each instrument.
Give aways & Zeibekiko beat music games with traditional wooden spoons from Asia Minor is also on the activity list !.
Music instruments from the Hellene World should be presented to our new generation. Hopefully this will help preserve traditional music, pass down sounds of our ancestors and keep history through traditional songs alive.
Bringing our children closer to the songs and music of the once upon a time Hellenistic world from both sides of the Aegean...
AARC ARCADIAN ASHBURY BOWLING CLUB
STEKI- SONGS OF PONTUS & ASIA MINOR & 9/8 ZEIBEKIKO RHYTHM
Wednesday 2 October 2024
Come and dine "MIKRASIATIKI CUSINE" & enjoy the show!
Our special guest musician from Greece Yiannis Pagozidis along with our local talents Michael Platyrrahos and Giorgios Apostolidis will present a special selection of songs from Asia Minor and Pontus.
Yianni is very well known in Greece for his contribution to the preservation of Pontian music & especially music from Cappadokia. He has played many times alongside Ross Daly and was a regular musician for Chronis Aidonidis.
Yianni is also a dance teacher and teaches traditional dances of Pontus , Cappadokia and generally dances from Asia Minor. He is visiting the Zeibekiko festival to teach traditional forms of the Zeibekiko 9/8 rhythms and of course play his special music !
Guest appearance Christos Shakallis.
STEKI TAVERNA
KOUTOUKI - LAIKO-REMBETIKO ZEIBEKIKO MUSICAL JOURNEY
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Join our "parea with Christsos Shakallis , Yianni Pagozidis and Sophia Ventouris," at the well know "KOUTOUKI Greek taverna at 138 Norton St Leichhardt.
The in-house band will play LIVE LAIKO-REBETIKO Zeibekiko songs, including Tsistanis, Bithikotsis,Bellou, Vamvakaris, Dalara, Alexiou etc,.
Ticket includes the delectable mezzethes from KOUTOUKI's "NOSTIMO" kitchen, live music and the parea and a "zeibekia" from Christos Shakallis, Yiannis Pagozidis and Sophia Ventouris. Warm atmosphere and alot of fun! Everybody gets to dance!
KOUTOUKI
PONTIAN DANCE WORKSHOP WITH YIANNI PAGOZIDIS
Monday 30 September 2024
SPECIALIST TRADITIONAL PONTIAN DANCE TEACHER LANDS IN AUSTRALIA ON 26 SEPTEMBER 2024.
THE ZEIBEKIKO FESTIVAL AUSTRALIA IN COLLABORATION WITH PONTOXENITEAS NSW, BRING TO YOU
"PONTIAN DANCE WORKSHOP" BY YIANNI PAGOZIDIS.
APART FROM TEACHING TRADITIONAL ZEIBEKIKO FAMILY OF DANCES, WE ARE HONOURED TO HAVE YIANNI TEACH PONTIAN DANCE @ THE PONTIAN HOUSE (PONTOXENITEA) IN EARLWOOD.
YIANNI WAS BORN INTO A PONTIAN FAMILY. HIS FATHER & FAMILY WERE MAINLY ALL MUSICANS. HE GREW UP IN A PONTIAN MUSICAL ENVIRONMENT. IN HIS YOUNGER YEARS HE DANCED FOR DORA STRATOU DANCE THEATRE IN ATHENS. NOW HE HAS HIS OWN MUSIC ENSEMBLE NAMED RODOPI ENSEMBLE AND IS VERY ACTIVE IN THE CULTURAL COMMUNITY FOR THE PRESERVATION AND DISSEMINATION OF PONTIAN & CAPPADOCIAN MUSIC & DANCE.
HE HAS DONE OVER 20 YRS RESEARCH INTO THE DANCE AND TRADITIONS OF CAPPADOKIA AND CONTINUES TO WORK CLOSE WITH CULTURAL ASSOCIATIONS, GIVES TALKS, MUSIC SEMINARS & TRADITIONAL DANCE SEMINARS IN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS.
SEE YOU THERE!
PONTIAN HOUSE
ZEIBEKIKO: The tradition of the 9/8 rhythm MELISMA ENSEMBLE
Sunday 29 September 2024
Melisma Ensemble is a Sydney-based music group which performs Byzantine Chant and music from the art and folk traditions of Greece and the broader Eastern Mediterranean region. Among the aims of the group is to make these rich musical traditions more accessible to the Australian public while providing an opportunity for enthusiasts to connect, enjoy and learn about them in a meaningful and creative way.
Dimitri Koubaroulis, founder and director of Melisma, is psaltis (chanter) and teacher of Byzantine Chant and folk music, with a special interest in the music of the Eastern Mediterranean.
Melisma joins forces with guest star from Greece YIANNIS PAGOZIDIS on Pontian Lyra and Outi to perform songs from Thrace, Asia Minor and Pontus around the 9/8 rhythm theme.
The night will be enhanced with Sophia Ventouris School of Greek Dance on spotlight dance scenes, with traditional costumes worn of regions presented by the musicians.
AARC Arcadian Ashbury Recreational Club
ZEIBEKIKO FESTIVAL OPENING 28SEPT GALA SPECTACULAR SHAKALLIS
Saturday 28 September 2024
Official opening of the Zeibekiko Festival Australia! A massive night planned with a lineup of entertainment with traditional and modern forms of Zeibekiko.
MESSINIA CATERING is cooking up delectable Greek Mezzethes, antipasto platters, salads, dinner to include lamb and chicken on spit "kondosouvli" & more. Fruit platters. Drinks available at bar.
A journey into the Asia Minor history through music and dance.
Featuring from Greece the respected Yiannis Pagozidis, specializing in Pontian and Asia Minor dances. He is also an outstanding musician and will be entertaining us on the night LIVE, accompanied by Michael Platyrrahos & Giorgos Apostolidis.
Our local dance groups will decorate the event with their talented shows around the traditions of the Zeibekiko & 9/8 rhythm.
From Cyprus the internationally acclaimed Master of ZEIBEKIKO Christos Shakallis will perform and entertain the crowd.
A very special cultural night - informative, enlightening & definitely entertaining!
MYTILENIAN HOUSE
ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOP FRI 27th Sept SHAKALLIS/ OPEN CLASS 7pm
Friday 27 September 2024
First Zeibekiko dance workshop of the Zeibekiko Festival Australia 2024!
An OPEN CLASS for all to join in and get a good Zeibekiko Dance Work out and have fun with the international dance teacher Master of Zeibekiko Mr Christos Shakallis.
Men and women can participate in this OPEN introductory class. Bring your water bottle, towel and wear your dance shoes! A 2.5 hour with breaks class. Suitable for all shapes and sizes and ages.
Join in the Zeibekiko fun!
SYDNEY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL - HALL
MELBOURNE - ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOPS WITH CHRISTO SHAKALLIS
Monday 10 July 2023
CHRISTOS SHAKALLIS MASTER OF ZEIBEKIKO WILL BE IN MELBOURNE ON 10TH JULY FOR ONE DAY ONLY!
WE HAVE 4 WORKSHOPS AVAILABLE:
SESSION 1: 1.00 -2.30PM
SESSION 2: 3.00 - 4.30PM
SESSION 3: 5.00 - 6.30PM
SESSION 4: 7.00 - 9.00PM
TEACHING LAIKO ZEIBEKIKO, SELF IMPROVISATION WITH FIGURES (figoures). ALSO TRADITIONAL FORMS OF ZEIBEKIKO FROM ASIA MINOR INCLUDING APTALIKO, AIVALIOTIKO, KARSILAMA AND CYPRIOT ZEIBEKIKO.
CRETAN BROTHERHOOD OF MELBOURNE
SHAKALLIS -SUNDAY 9th July MEN ONLY Workshop 6-8pm session
Sunday 9 July 2023
SHAKALLIS ZEIBEKIKO DANCE WORKSHOP Sunday 9th July 6-8pm session
MEN ONLY
POPULAR/LAIKO ZEIBEKIKO for men only, teaching "figoures", "xtipimata - hits", tricks and male orientated moves. Taught by the male master himself!
If you are a male, young or old and want to learn, improve and polish your Zeibekiko skills this is the right workshop!
MARRICKVILLE PCYC
SHAKALLIS -WOMEN ONLY 9th July Workshop 3.30 -5.30pm session
Sunday 9 July 2023
SHAKALLIS ZEIBEKIKO DANCE WORKSHOP Sunday 9th July 3.30pm - 5.30pm session
WOMEN ONLY
POPULAR/LAIKO ZEIBEKIKO & REMBETIKO focusing on steps, stance, figures, speed, movement, hand positions and etc., suitable for women.
MARRICKVILLE PCYC
SHAKALLIS -SUNDAY 9th July MEN ONLY Workshop
Sunday 9 July 2023
SHAKALLIS ZEIBEKIKO DANCE WORKSHOP Sunday 9th July ,1.30pm - 3.30pm
MEN ONLY
POPULAR/LAIKO ZEIBEKIKO, REMBETIKO, APTALIKO, CYPRIOT & KARSILAMA.
MARRICKVILLE PCYC
ZEIBEKIKO SPECTACULAR FROM GREEK CINEMA STARRING SHAKALLIS
Saturday 8 July 2023
ZEIBEKIKO DANCE SPECTACULAR SHOW STARRING CHRISTOS SHAKALLIS , AND LOCAL GREEK DANCE GROUPS.
A dance spectacular show encompassing some of the greatest Greek cinema Zeibekiko music and song hits that have embedded themselves in our Greek culture! A night that will not be forgotten! Includes 3 course dinner meal and show. Drinks not included
Greek Community Club
SHAKALLIS - SATURDAY 8th July Workshop
Saturday 8 July 2023
POPOULAR/ LAIKO Zeibekiko dance focus . Will also touch on REMBETIKO Zeibekikiko, APTALIKO, KARSILAMA and CYPRIOT ZEIBEKIKO.
Ticket includes light lunch & beverage for half time break.
MARRICKVILLE PCYC
SHAKALLIS - FRIDAY 7th July Workshop
Friday 7 July 2023
Popular / Laiko Zeibekiko focus . Will also touch on REMBETIKO Zeibekikiko, APTALIKO, KARSILAMA and CYPRIOT ZEIBEKIKO.
Ticket includes light lunch & beverage for half time break.
Marrickville PCYC - Level 1- studio 1
SHAKALLIS- THURSDAY 6th July TRADITIONAL FORMS OF ZEIBEKIKA
Thursday 6 July 2023
The lesson will be conducted with LIVE MUSIC under the instruction of MIXALIS PLATYRARHOS
(Outi, toumberleki, & guitar).
Did you know that the ZEIBEKIKO FAMILY of dances are rich, not only historically, but dance variations from different regions of Greece and Asia Minor.
The popular ZEIBEKIKO dance as we know it today migrated to Greece after the Asia Minor Catastrophe with the exchange of populations in 1922 in traditional form.
Zeibekikos holds great historic significance was danced in different forms by our forefathers.
We will explore these forms including: Aptaliko, Karsilamathes, Kamilieriko,Smyrneiko, Vrakathiko, Mytilinis, Fokiano, and of course include the Cypriot Zeibekiko.
Ticket includes seminar ,LIVE BAND instructed by Mixalis Platyrrahos.
9-11pm buffet Politiko style dinner from KOUZINA CATERING in line with our theme - served after seminar with LIVE MUSIC in taverna room.
A chance to further socialise, chat with Shakallis and use new dance moves!
11p
PANARCADIAN ASHBURY BOWLING CLUB
REMBETIKO ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOP
Wednesday 5 July 2023
CHRISTOS SHAKALLIS will take you on a journey through the GREEK BLUES REMBETIKO ERA.
Bring your KOMBOLOI ,HAT, GREEK CHAIR, YELEKO (Vest) and learn a new artform !!!!
6.30pm -8.30pm seminar/workshop.
8.30pm -10.30pm we transform the workshop into an intimate taverna night. Wine, dine and take the opportunity to spend time with Christos and the gang, and enjoy more dance, till 10.30pm.
$85 .00 includes ouzo shot, rembetiko workshop & dinner taverna - food/mezethes and dessert by Kouzina Catering. Max 85 people.
PANARCADIAN ASHBURY BOWLING CLUB
ZEIBEKIKO MUSICAL JOURNEY @ KOUTOUKI
Tuesday 4 July 2023
Join our "parea with Christsos Shakallis & his family" at the well know "KOUTOUKI" greek taverna at 138 Norton St Leichhardt.
The in-house band will play LIVE a musical journey of the Zeibekiko songs from its traditional form to the Laiko Zeibekiko as we know it today.
Ticket includes the delectable mezzethes from KOUTOUKI yummy kitchen, live music and the parea and a "zeibekia" of Shakallis Christos, Its promising to be an intimate night full of KEFI!
KOUTOUKI
ADELAIDE TAVERNA NIGHT WITH CHRISTOS SHAKALLIS
Monday 3 July 2023
Ventouris Propductions proudly presents master of Zeibekiko dance Mr Christos Shakallis in Australia!
With the initiative of Mr Harry Patsouris , Zeibekiko Festival Australia will be hosted in Adelaide by the "The Foundation for Hellenic Studies".
Monday 3rd July , a taverna night will take place with Christos Shakallis. You will get a chance to meet and greet , take his autograph and watch him dance in a warm atmosphere of fans and Greek dance/music lovers.
Dinner is taverna mezze style. Drinks not included.
ADELAIDE PAVILION
ADELAIDE SHAKALLIS ZEIBEKIKO WORKSHOPS
Monday 3 July 2023
CHRISTOS SHAKALLIS MASTER OF ZEIBEKIKO WILL BE IN ADELAIDE FOR ONE DAY ONLY ON MONDAY 3RD JULY 2023. WE HAVE 3 WORKSHOPS AVAILABLE.
SESSION 1: 11.00 - 12.30PM
SESSION 2: 1.30PM - 3.00PM
SESSION 3: 4.30PM - 6.00PM
TEACHING LAIKO ZEIBEKIKO, SELF IMPROVISATION AND TRADITIONAL FORMS OF ZEIBEKIKO FROM ASIA MINOR INCLUDING APTALIKO, AIVALIOTIKO, KARSILAMA POLITIKO, SIGANO KARSILAMA AND MORE.....
CYPRUS COMMUNITY CENTRE OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA
CYPRIOT DANCE WORKSHOPS Shakallis 2nd July 2023
Sunday 2 July 2023
Christos Shakallis will be conducting Cypriot dance & zeibekikos workshops on Sunday 2nd July at the Cyprus Community Club, all day for the Cyprus Community dance groups from 11am.
The club cafe will be open all day. Christos Shakallis will lunch downstairs in cafe area and will happily meet greet and sign autographs from 1.30 - 2pm
We open a class to the general public Cypriot dance workshop 4 -5pm
Cyprus Community Club
MEET & GREET SHAKALLIS IN AUSTRALIA - SHOW DINNER DANCE
Saturday 1 July 2023
Meet & Greet CHRISTOS SHAKALLIS THE ZEIBEKIKO MASTER IN PERSON! Take a pic and get an autograph with this international teacher/dancer.
Ticket includes dinner & soft drinks only.
Sit down to a delicious dinner by KOUZINA CATERING - 3 course meal and enjoy a spectacular show from SHAKALLIS in Cypriot dance and ZEIBEKIKO show. Support acts: the Cyprus Community Dancers and Sophia Ventouris School of Greek Dance. The AETOS/EAGLE ZEIB SHOW!!!!
Promises to be an unforgettable night !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
PANARCADIAN ASHBURY BOWLING CLUB
