Renowned Greek dance teacher leads cultural workshop for Melbourne students
Source: NEOS KOSMOS
Hundreds of students, parents and educators gathered last Friday as the Greek Community of Melbourne hosted acclaimed dance instructor Andreas Papadopoulos for a special traditional dance workshop.
Papadopoulos, a leading figure from Athens’ renowned Dora Stratou Theatre, led a two-hour masterclass across the campuses of the Greek Community’s schools, delivering an engaging, hands-on experience in Greek folk dance.
The first half of the workshop focused on students, who embraced the opportunity to deepen their connection with their heritage through music and movement.
In the second half, parents and teachers joined the session, transforming it into a full-scale community celebration of Hellenic identity
The celebrated dance master, in Melbourne as a guest of the Kos Club of Melbourne and Victoria, commended the high level of participation and energy, especially among the younger generation.
“I was deeply moved by the students’ spirit and the commitment of their educators,” Papadopoulos said.
“This is how tradition stays alive—through the passion of those who teach and those willing to learn.”
Special mention was made of the long-standing efforts of Greek Community educator Ms. Jenny Iliou, whose work in promoting traditional dance among third-generation Greek Australians continues to receive wide recognition.
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