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Under the auspices of the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO), the City of Athens,
the Embassy of India in Athens, and the International Dance Council (CID)
12th “Bollywood & Multicultural Dance Festival”
Athens, 25 – 28 June 2026
Saturday – Sunday: 2 Unique Performances at the Dora Stratou Theatre
The Main attraction of the 12th “Bollywood and Multicultural Dance Festival” in Athens, Greece, shall be the two Mega Shows on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June, from 21:00 onwards at the traditional Greek Amphitheatre, Dora Stratou, in the heart of the city of Athens!
With extravagant Bollywood choreographies and the Indian element at the forefront, the founder of 1st Bollywood Dance Academy Greece, Anna Dimitratou and the Indian Bollywood dance performer, teacher and choreographer Sumon Rudra, accompanied by members of the Academy and more than 300 artists from over 20 countries worldwide, including many internationally recognized teachers and dancers, will lead us into a spectacular dance journey with over 40 captivating choreographies that showcase the beauty and richness of various cultures from the East and West.
A glimpse into the list of the Dance Professionals this year: Heet Samani and his team from India, Iswarya Jayakumar and Royalusion from Singapore, Shivansu Soni from India, Kinga Malec and the Mohini Indian Dance Group from Poland, Ria Saraf and her team, George Jacob from India together with the Elnura Bollywood Troupe from Italy, Iulian Mihaila and the Sufi Six from Romania, Hassan Bol Bol from Egypt, as well as major dance groups from Greece and abroad, including the Ancient Elis – Association of People Originating from Gastouni, the Caucasus Cultural Center presenting Georgian dances, Vamos Dance Academy with Latin dances, the Mistri Bollywood Dance Group from Spain, Grupo Sevillanas with Flamenco, TaRang School of Dance from Sweden, AUM Dance Creations from the USA, and many other artists and dance groups who will transport the audience into the magical world of dance and movement.
* During the two major Festival performances and the Competition, charitable, environmental, and animal welfare organizations are invited to join us join us, aiming to raise public awareness. This year, we are honoured to welcome PEPSAEE (Panhellenic Association for Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Professional Reintegration).
During the Competition and the two Mega Shows, a mini-Bazaar will operate at the Theatre venue. At the same time, participants and visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy Indian cuisine from the renowned restaurant “Indian Chef”.
A variety of dance workshops from renowned artists, the “11th International Bollywood Dance Competition”, and a Beach Party will also take place in the Festival (25th – 28th June 2026).
The Festival is organized by the Artistic Studio Oriental Expression and the 1st Bollywood Dance Academy Greece, in collaboration with the Hellenic-Indian Society for Culture & Development (ELINEPA), under the auspices of the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO), the City of Athens, the Embassy of India in Athens, and the International Dance Council (CID).
Entrance:
- €15 (1 Show) - 2 Tickets: 25€
- €25 (2 Shows Saturday + Sunday)
- €35 (Bollywood Competition Friday + Both Weekend Shows)
Information: Tel.: 210 9735 888 | www.bollywoodfestival.gr | info@bollywoodfestival.gr
