Washington, Fabruary 11 & 13: Tribute to Maria Callas

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From: "HR-Net News Distribution Manager" <dist@hri.org>

Originally From: "Cultural Counselor, Embassy of Greece USA" <zkosmidou at greekculture.us>

A unique Tribute to world renowned opera singer Maria Callas will be presented in two parts on February 11th and February 13th in Washington DC. Three countries related to the origins, birth and career of "La Divina": Greece, USA and Italy are collaborating in a not-to-be-missed cultural event.

The Hellenic Parliament Foundation in collaboration with the Embassy of Greece, The Hellenic Foundation for Culture and The Italian Cultural Institute in Washington, DC, present a Tribute to Maria Callas, one of the world’s best-known opera singers.

The Tribute will start with the screening of two films: “Biography®: Maria Callas” and “Callas Assoluta” followed by a reception Monday, February 11, 2008, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

At: The Embassy of Greece 2217 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20008

R.S.V.P.: Acceptances only rsvpculture at greekembassy.org or call: 202-939-1353

and will continue

Wednesday, February 13, 2008, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Featuring An exhibition, video screenings, soprano Elizabeth Stevens, and pianist Danielle DeSwert who will perform a Maria Callas' repertoire selection followed by a reception

At: The Italian Cultural Institute 3000 Whitehaven Street NW Washington, DC 20008

R.S.V.P.: iicwashington at esteri.it or call: 202-518-0998 ext. 1

The exhibition will be open until February 26. Visiting hours during the exhibition: from 10:00 am-12:00 p.m.; from 2:00.-4:00 p.m.

Hellenic Parliament Foundation: http://www.foundation.parliament.gr/, Embassy of Greece: http://www.greekembassy.org/, Hellenic Foundation for Culture: http://www.hfc.gr/, The Italian Cultural Institute: http://www.iicwashington.esteri.it/

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