150 Festival on the Aghia Paraskevi campus!

150 Years of Tradition, Innovation, and Celebration!
ACG invites you to a vibrant three-day festival honoring our proud legacy and future vision. From student showcases to musical performances and campus-wide activities, the ACG 150 Festival is a celebration of creativity, talent, and community spirit.

Check our full program below — and join us!

Thursday, May 22, 2025

Student Symposium: A Celebration of Ideas and Creativity
The Student Symposium brings together the best of academic research and creative expression at Deree. Undergraduate and graduate students showcase independent or collaborative projects across disciplines, highlighting the important role of faculty mentorship. Expect an inspiring day filled with posters, live demonstrations, video screenings, art installations, and musical performances.   
 

Deree Student Lounge & Main Corridor | 12:00 – 15:00
Poster Display, Design, and IT Projects
A vibrant showcase of student research, innovation, and design. Explore posters across disciplines and experience live IT demonstrations, from cybersecurity tools to interactive applications, highlighting technical skill and creative problem-solving.
 

Arts Center Auditorium | 12:00 – 15:00
Video Projects, Time-based Media & Theatre Performance Videos
Short films, media projects, and recorded theater performances reveal the storytelling talents of Deree students. With a range of genres and styles, each project reflects creativity, critical thought, and technical craft.
 

Arts Center Gallery | 12:00 – 17:00
Visual Arts Exhibition
A curated selection of student artworks showcasing a wide range of techniques and perspectives. Attendees can explore painting, sculpture, and mixed media pieces, with opportunities to meet the artists and learn about their creative process.
 

7th Level Auditorium | 15:00 – 17:00
Musical Presentations
An afternoon of live music, featuring selections from Applied Music courses, Workshops, and Ensembles. From jazz improvisations to contemporary compositions, the performances highlight technical mastery and expressive artistry. Entry and exit during applause are encouraged.
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Friday, May 23, 2025

A Day of Movement, Reflection, and Creativity
Friday’s program invites the ACG community to come together through action, mindfulness, academic achievement, and artistic expression, culminating in an inspiring evening of exhibitions and music.
 

ACG Track & Field | 11:00 – 12:00
Drone Shoot – ACG 150
Be part of a historic celebration! Join a lively drone shoot and contribute to a stunning aerial photo that captures the spirit of ACG’s 150th anniversary from above.
 

ACG Wellness Center & Zen Garden | 12:00 – 13:00
Forest Meditation and Tree Planting
Reconnect with nature in a guided meditation session set among the trees, led by Sophie Themelis, Executive Coordinator, Wellness, Pilates Instructor, ACG H&W Center. Βe part of the tree planting initiative and leave your mark for future generations as part of ACG’s commitment to wellbeing and sustainability. For more information, please contact s.themelis@acg.edu.
 

Arts Center Auditorium | 12:00 – 14:30
Student Symposium | Oral Presentations
In this high-energy session, students compete in a Three Minute Thesis (3MT)-style challenge, presenting complex ideas in just 180 seconds. Communication, clarity, and creativity take center stage, with winners announced at the closing reception.
 

Arts Center Gallery | 12:00 – 16:00
Student Symposium | Visual Arts Exhibition
An exploration of student creativity through diverse artistic media and techniques. Visitors are invited to engage with the artworks and meet the artists during select times, gaining insight into emerging creative voices.
 

Deree Student Lounge | 13:00 – 16:00
Student Symposium | IHP Presentations / Honors Creative Projects
A showcase of interdisciplinary projects that bridge social sciences, humanities, arts, business, and natural sciences. These multimedia presentations reflect critical thinking, original research, and innovative creativity from our Honors and IHP students.
 

Arts Center Auditorium | 14:30 – 16:00
Student Symposium | Video Projects, Time-based Media & Theatre Performance Videos
A curated selection of student video productions and theatrical recordings, highlighting performance, production design, and narrative skill. A glimpse into the vibrant world of visual and performing arts at Deree.
 

200 Leel Patio | 14:00 - 15:00
Band Performance
Get ready for a musical performance featuring talented musicians from the Music Departments, joined by members of the Faculty and Staff.

Deree Main Corridor | 14:00 - 16:00
Food Corners
Festive bites at a festive price.

200 Level Patio | 16:00 – 18:00
Student Symposium | Closing Reception
An afternoon of celebration and recognition. Participants receive certificates and compete for prizes in a lucky dip draw. The winners of the oral presentation competition will be announced, and guests can enjoy refreshments and a festive atmosphere.
 

ACG Art Gallery | 18:30 - 22:00
Annual Arts Festival 2025 - exhibition at ACG Art Gallery
A LINK AND A BREAK IN TIME
Emer O’Brien, Dionisios Christofilogiannis, Effie Halivopoulou, Tim Ward, Nikos Falagas, Zoe Hatziyannaki, Dimitris Ioannou, Giorgos Ioannou, Georgia Kotretsos, Irini Miga, Jennifer Nelson

Curated by Ioanna Papapavlou, Ana S. González Rueda, Christos Asomatos

The exhibition A LINK AND A BREAK IN TIME brings together new works by the faculty of the Visual Arts Department at Deree - The American College of Greece, mostly produced in collaboration with academic peers and students, showcased in dialogue with artworks from the ACG Art Collection. Reflecting on the long history of the school – its culture, nuances, and moments of transition – the exhibition presents a constellation of narratives in a non-chronological, non-linear configuration. Drawing on their dual roles as artists and educators, as well as on personal and collective memories, participants offer a meditation on the past while alluding to the present and future. Conceived as a collaged roadmap, the exhibition visualizes the evolving journey of arts education at the school.

Venue: ACG Art Gallery 
Opening: Friday 23 May, 18.30- 22.00
Duration: 24 May- 28 June, 2025
Opening hours: Monday- Friday: 15.00- 19.00 
Saturdays: 12.00-16.00
 

Pierce Theater | 20:30
Chamber Music Concert | Between Light and Shadow-Chausson and Respighi 
PERFORMERS: Jannis Georgiadis, Christine Tokatlian, Maira Milolidaki and Antois Mandylas with the AENAON string quartet
Join us for an exceptional music experience featuring the renowned AENAON String Quartet, members of the Athens State Orchestra, alongside two distinguished faculty members: pianist Christine Tokatlian, an AEGEAS fellowship recipient, and soprano Maira Milolidaki. The evening’s program includes Ernest Chausson’s Poème for violin, string quartet, and piano, his Concerto for violin, piano, and string quartet, and Ottorino Respighi’s Il Tramonto for soprano and string quartet. The concert will also spotlight the rising talent of young violinist Antonis Mandylas, joined by internationally celebrated soloist Jannis Georgiadis. Don't miss this extraordinary evening of music, where exceptional talent and captivating performances come together for a truly unforgettable experience.

Due to limited seating, register here. 

You can check out the program here.

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Saturday, May 24, 2025

A Day of Art, Athletics, and Tribute
Saturday brings together the vibrant spirit of ACG through art exhibitions, athletic competitions, cultural experiences, and a moving theatrical performance. It’s a day where creativity, heritage, and community meet across campus.
 

ACG Track & Field & Deree Gym | 10:30 – 13:30
Deree Sports Academy Games & Pierce Parents Association Games
The morning kicks off with spirited soccer and basketball games. Watch Deree teams challenge historic Panionios GS, founded in Smyrni in 1890, and join the excitement as Pierce parents take to the courts and fields. A celebration of teamwork, tradition, and friendly rivalry.
 

Deree Sports Academy
• 10:30–12:00 | Soccer: Deree Soccer Academy U15 vs Panionios GS
• 12:00–13:30 | Basketball: Deree Basketball Academy U18 vs Panionios GS
 

Pierce Parents Association
• 10:30–12:00 | Basketball Game
• 12:00–13:30 | Soccer Game
 

ACG Art Gallery | 12:00 – 16:00
Arts Festival Exhibition
The Arts Festival Exhibition continues, offering a powerful dialogue between student creativity, faculty collaboration, and selected pieces from the ACG Art Collection. A journey through memory, innovation, and artistic exploration.
 

Library Museum Tour | 14:00 – 14:30
The ACG Digital Museum – An Insight
Take a guided tour through ACG’s rich legacy. The Digital Museum blends historical artifacts, archival material, and innovative technologies, creating an immersive experience that tells the story of the College and its place in the wider history of Greece, Europe, and the U.S. throughout the 20th century.

Deree Main Corridor | 14:00 - 16:00
Food Corners
Festive bites at a festive price
 

Student Club Activities | 13:00 – 18:00
Student Club Showcases and Activities
The afternoon bursts with energy as student clubs animate the campus with exhibitions, games, and activities. A celebration of student initiative, creativity, and community spirit.

Black Box Theater | 19:00
Callas Re-Imagined | A Theatre, Music, and Dance Performance
An evocative reimagining of Maria Callas’ life through theater, music, and dance. Based on letters, recordings, and interviews, the performance captures the dual heritage of the legendary diva and explores imagined narratives beyond the spotlight. 
Original text, sound design, live electronics, video: Yiorgos Stefanakidis
Choreography, costumes: Ilias Bageorgos
Actress: Evelina Arapidis

Due to limited seating, register here. 
 

Pierce Theater / Atrium / Lobby | 20:00 – 22:00
Pierce Parents Fundraising Committee Event | "Eivala" – A Musical Journey from Smyrna to Athens
A musical tribute tracing the rich cultural journey from Smyrna to Athens, blending tradition and artistry. A fitting finale that honors heritage and celebrates the enduring spirit of the ACG community.

Please book your seat for the Eivala musical tribute here.