Festival 2024
Skala Singles Mingles
Are you single and looking for a bit of ‘flirty, schmoozy’ fun? Then come along to our sunset soirée! Your host Vathou will be there to greet you, put you at ease and make introductions over a beverage or two!There will be no party games, just mingling, informal chats and […]
Calling All Wonder Women with Cynthia
Have you seen the movie about the origins of the Wonder Woman comic strip? That hot outfit, the lasso, the foray into submission to a loving authority—just wow! Through movement, scarves, and rope we will explore dynamics of dominance and submission in a light and fun way. Come prepared to lasso […]
Greek Dance Odyssey with Agapi
Greek Dance Odyssey: A Journey Through Tradition and Expression with AgapiExperience a fusion of Greek traditional dances from various islands and the mainland, each with its unique style evoking different emotions and sensations.We will explore the tsamiko, originating from the mainland, with its warrior-like essence; the nisiotiko, hailing from the […]
Botanic Mythological Walk and Aphrodisiac Elixirs
Women Sacred Roots 2: Botanic Mythological Walk and Aphrodisiac ElixirsA guided botanic walk, where we will learn and sense the herbs, the plants, and the trees that grew in Sappho’s time. The Greek myths that manifest each plant’s individual qualities will be narrated to you.You will get to know which […]
Dinner Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
The Dinner Walk takes us up to Eressos village!This walk is the easiest and has for some become a tradition in the festival. The track goes across Kampos, the “fertile valley”, on dirt roads to the lovely village of Eressos.At the beautiful village square a well-deserved Greek dinner wait for […]
Tavari Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
Join us for a hike to Tavari and a little bit more of a challenging walk!Many women have asked us for this walk, and it became a success when we first did it in the festival 2021. It`s a lovely and a little bit more challenging walk.We walk from Skala […]
Liota Walk with Helene & Anna-Britta
The Liota walk, a new favourite! A trip to a nearby village, Liota, where we park the car and start the circle walk. It will take us through olive groves and along the coastline high above the sea. We will pass the little village of Gavatas, where you can have a […]
Beginner Friendly Burlesque with Fanny Flamingo’od
Join us for 2 hours of fun! Embrace your inner showgirl and learn a beginner friendly Burlesque routine! Totally suitable for all shapes, sizes and abilities, over 18 only. Love your body, feel amazing and laugh lots! About Fanny Flamingo’od (Debi) I’m 50+ and growing old disgracefully! Always loved Burlesque, […]
Feminist Killjoy Survival Kit with Michela & Laura
The figure of the «feminist killjoy» is one of the most powerful and empowering creations of the feminist and queer lesbian thinker Sara Ahmed. Through this figure, not only Ahmed reconceptualizes our collective feminist stories as a genealogy of stubborn, wilful, and bold contestation and disruption of the patriarchal, heteronormative […]
ARXX Live Performance
The International Eressos Women’s Festival 2024 welcomes the electrifying Brighton duo, ARXX! Get ready for a live show that’s pure fire.ARXX isn’t your average band. Remember those early days when finding the right band-mate felt like searching for a needle in a haystack? That was Hanni (vocals/guitar), struggling to find […]
Experience Kundalini Yoga with Steph
Nourish your Creative forceThis workshop will provide tools to support and nurture your creative force. Kundalini Yoga uses sound, movement, breath, relaxation and meditation to charge up your vitality and move through subconscious blocks. This practice is know to enhance your radiance, lucidity and resiliency often needed for the completion […]
Exploring Self-Love Through Cacao with Agapi
Finding Love Within: Exploring Self-Love Through Cacao and Self-Reflection with AgapiA brief self-development workshop and cacao ceremony focused on enhancing our connection to ourselves by nurturing inner love and complete acceptance of who we are.Often, we seek love in various external situations such as people, possessions, food, and more, without […]
Greek Love and Ecstatic Dances
Women Sacred Roots 1: Greek Love and Ecstatic DancesWe will learn to dance traditional Greek love dances rooted in Sappho’s time.Ec-stasis in Greek means getting out of stagnancy and of our habitual pose in life.We will get to know the philosophy of ancient Greek feminine ecstatic dances and dance.About Dimitra […]
Joyful Notes: Singing workshop with Julia
Sing your heart out with Julia Waldron for fun and pleasure.Join Julia to sing a range of popular, upbeat songs to raise your spirits and your voice. Singing is good for you on so many levels. It can lower stress, boost your immunity, enhance memory, improve mental health, and even […]
Diana Souhami: Writing My Memoir
A talk about the challenge and pitfalls of writing memoir with readings from work in progressDIANA SOUHAMI writes of lesbians include Gluck, Greta and Cecil, Mrs Keppel and Her Daughter, The Trials of Radclyffe Hall, Natalie and Romaine and No Modernism Without Lesbians.Her memoir Ah Me is due for publication […]
Ohana Ranch Day
Ohana RanchYou’re invited to come & join us on our land. We’ll share & enjoy a BBQ together, sit by the small pool, play some music and spend time with the animals on our beautiful ranch.Ohana is a Queer, political, spiritual and feminist collective working passionately to create and maintain […]
Alternative Fashion Show
Dazzling Night of Alternative Fashion! Get ready to be captivated by an extraordinary Alternative Fashion Show extravaganza under the stars at the Open-Air Cinema! This isn’t your average runway; it’s a celebration of style, talent, and pure joy that will leave you with lasting memories. Brace yourself for an evening […]
Skala Solo Travellers Mingles
This event will provide an opportunity for those that are travelling on their own to connect with other Skala Solos. If you’re a little shy or anxious (or not!) about going to events, bars or restaurants on your own, then this is the perfect group for you!This may be your […]
International Connection Circles with Jody
Join us for this special time to get beyond small talk by getting to know four other women in your circle by their responses to questions asked by our host, Jody. Each woman will have one minute to share, giving each individual an opportunity to speak and be heard with […]
Songshine with Heather
Write and record your very own song in a one hour session.Fun to find your LyricsSet the speed & moodExplore MelodyUnique ProcessSelf ExpressionRecord with GaragebandMix to suit your styleChoose your images for iMovieTake your song with youHeather is an award-winning musician and music therapist, who has trained in Japan & […]
Behind The Lines presents ‘Dykes and Dogs’
A celebration of Dykes and their Dogs from the writers of ‘Ode To Free’ and ‘Deep in The Heart of Me’. Introducing Stoll and Moss, the latest creations of genius illustrator, Shanni Collins.Behind The Lines has been bringing lesbian stories to life since 2014. As a theatre company and publishing […]
Laughter Yoga with Debi
I have been holding laughing yoga sessions for just over a year, for various organisations, as part of wellbeing programmes.It is a fun way to laugh and take yourself less seriously. A typical session involves various movements, improv and breathing techniques to help participants be more present and reduce their […]
Kelly Marie Live Performance
We’re excited to welcome back Kelly Marie, the UK’s phenomenal Cher tribute artist, for another dazzling performance at the 2024 International Eressos Women’s Festival! Her artistic journey began at 16, marked by competition wins and diverse musical collaborations. In 2016, Cher’s legacy captivated Kelly Marie, igniting a deep exploration of […]
Desire, Touch & Empower with Cynthia
Many of us don’t even know what we want. We respond to what others want from us, what we feel we “should” do, or perhaps we are afraid of disappointing or hurting someone, so we go along. In this 2-hour workshop, we will create a safe space using the context […]
Smash the Patriarchy with Marta
Marta Breen, the author of books like “Women in Battle” and “Smash the Patriarchy” gives you an entertaining speech about her books, and what she has learned through her years as a travelling feminist.She talks about the history behind gender based discrimination, about myths and misunderstandings about feminism and the […]
Sound Bath Heaven with Heather
Deeply relax into a pool of resonant vibration. Open to healing and create your own mandala.Heather Murray is an award-winning musician and music therapist, who has trained in Japan and is committed to spreading the art and joy of sound bathing to groups of all ages and abilities.Heather runs the […]
Baskery Live Performance
Banjo Punk anyone? Get ready for a musical adventure with Baskery, the Swedish sisters who rock the stage with their eclectic blend of indie, Nordica, folk, rock, and Americana. They are not afraid to break the rules and unleash their punk spirit!Baskery have been wowing audiences with their dynamic and […]
Guided Mountain Bike Ride
Join your experienced guide Rebecca for a scenic cycling adventure into the mountains between Eressos and Mesotopos, providing a perfect escape from the noise and hustle of Eressos, immersing you in the tranquility of the surrounding countryside. Our journey begins with a 6.7 km ride along the Mesotopos road before […]
Kiziah Live Performance
Sappho Women is thrilled to present KIZIAH, a proud member of the LGBTQI community, known for playing with her band ‘Kiziah & The Kings’ and recently venturing into a burgeoning solo career.Acknowledged as a very strong vocalist with energy and character, Kiziah has garnered critical acclaim for her debut ‘Solo […]