The alternative summer camp of "Hellenic Cosmos" returns for yet another summer, offering creative activities, entertainment and lots and lots of fun. This summer, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Tholos, the virtual reality theatre of The "Hellenic Cosmos" Cultural Centre, and invite you to join us for unforgettable moments! “Summer in the City” transforms into a great and unique celebration of imagination, knowledge and creativity.
Theatrical Productions
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
Alekos Came Down from Paradise
“Alekos Came Down from Paradise” arrives this summer at the Atrium of the The "Hellenic Cosmos" Cultural Centre, together with the women who marked his life, his songs from theatre and cinema, as well as his rare personal narrations, in a production by the The "Hellenic Cosmos" Cultural Centre of the Foundation of the Hellenic World and the Methexis company of Christos Tripodis.
Theatrical Productions
MANOLIS | heart on four strings
The theatrical play “MANOLIS | heart on four strings” in a new direction by Ioli Andreade comes this summer to the Atrium of the "Hellenic Cosmos" Cultural Centre, produced by the "Hellenic Cosmos" Cultural Centre of the Foundation of the Hellenic World and Methexis company of Christos Tripodis.
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Educational Programs
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.
Friends Association
Become a Volunteer at the «Hellenic Cosmos» Cultural Centre!
The Friends Association of the Foundation of the Hellenic World offers the opportunity for volunteer work to those who wish to gain knowledge about the activities of Charitable Foundations and Non-Profit Organizations.
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Stay informed about all the events and news of the "Hellenic Cosmos" Cultural Center
Interview of Dimitris Efraimoglou on Success Code
Dimitris Efraimoglou (CEO of the Foundation of the Hellenic World) speaks to Eleftheria Georgakaina about the vision behind the "Hellenic Cosmos" and how an innovative initiative managed to change the way we experience history. A vision that began with the aim of promoting Greek history and culture and evolved into a space where knowledge becomes an experience.
Before Freedom Came | An experiential journey through the Greek Revolution
The Foundation of the Hellenic World (FHW) and the charitable organization of the Holy Archdiocese of Athens “Apostoli”, through the Children's Multipurpose Center “Lela Karagianni”, invite both young and old on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 11:00 to a special open educational activity in the imposing space of the oldest residence in Athens, at the Benizelos Mansion (96 Adrianou Street, Plaka).
Our own person, Thrasivoulos Giatsios, has passed away.
With great sadness we bid farewell to Thrasivoulos Giatsios, a person with deep love for culture and theatre, with vision, sensitivity and dedication to his work. He left his personal imprint on the Foundation of the Hellenic World and on those who had the fortune to collaborate with him. His absence leaves a great void. His memory, however, as well as his work and ethos, will continue to accompany us.
Signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Foundation of the Hellenic World and the International Creative Academy of Egypt
A Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the Foundation of the Hellenic World and the International Creative Academy (ICA) of Egypt, with the aim of collaboration in the fields of creative industries, cultural innovation, and education.
Official Premiere of the Performance “Our Great Circus” by Iakovos Kambanellis
On Monday, January 19, the official premiere of the historically significant work “Our Great Circus” by Iakovos Kambanellis took place, with music by Stavros Xarchakos and directed by Petros Zoulias. The play follows, in a dramatic yet humorous way, the course of Greek history, accompanied by deep emotion and numerous historical references.
Signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Foundation of the Hellenic World and EKKOMED - Creative Greece for the development of joint actions in the field of digital games and creative technology
The Foundation of the Hellenic World and the Hellenic Center for Cinema, Audiovisual Media and Creation - Creative Greece signed a Memorandum of Cooperation defining the framework of their joint actions in the field of digital games, creative technology, and immersive emerging technologies. The Memorandum was signed by Ms. Sofia Kounenaki Efraimoglou, Executive Vice President of the Board of Directors of the FHW, and Mr. Leonidas Christopoulos, CEO of HCCAMC – Creative Greece.