Festival 2025
Stars
Well, we really couldn’t have a 25th anniversary celebration without the much-loved Stars now could we! We’re genuinely delighted and thrilled to announce that this towering, unapologetic, powerhouse of a woman will be gracing our stage one more time.STARS is the front woman and lead singer of iconic Yorkshire band, […]
Eva Iglesias
Get ready folks, because we’re absolutely buzzing to launch our 25th anniversary celebrations with a truly dynamic performer: the one and only Eva Iglesias!We wanted to start this milestone year with something truly special, and honestly, who better than Eva to light up the stage at our opening night concert!Remember […]
Creative writing: How to get started?
Do you want to write? Do you have ideas and stories you would like to bring to life, but find it difficult to get started? Or do you enjoy writing, but haven’t decided which story to tell?The biggest hurdle for aspiring fiction writers is often to find the time, sit […]
Eco Flower Printing with Helene
Eco Flower printing: PLANT HAMMERED PRINTS Make plant prints on fabric and paper! In this workshop you will learn how to create magic from flowers & herbs. There’s something special about natural dyeing and Printing from what Mama Nature offers us. Helene Richman will lead a workshop on how to […]
Nia & Freedance: Unleash the Joy of Movement
In this workshop, it’s all about experiencing the pure joy of movement! It blends Nia’s holistic approach with guided Freedance, creating a space where women can explore self-expression, creativity, and connection.Nia combines elements of dance, martial arts, and mindful movement, while the guided Freedance encourages intuitive movement, helping each individual […]
Ohana Ranch Day
Ohana Ranch Day You’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 […]
The Landscapes of Sappho Tour
Chris Preece will host the following tour. A trip connecting the ancient cities of Andissa, Arisvi and Pyrra which would have been familiar to Sappho. Visit the temple to Zeus at Mesa, bathe in the hot springs at Polichnitos and eat delicious fish, fresh from the Kalloni gulf at Achladeri. […]
Jane Traies Book Launch
Three Thousand Lesbians Go to York; The Story of a Queer Arts Festival. A Book launch event introducing an iconic piece of lesbian history. ‘Three Thousand Lesbians Go to York’ by Jane Traies combines pictures, memories and written stories to commemorate the largest women’s arts festival in the UK and […]
Vijnana Yoga with Leora
Vijnana (understanding from inside) is in many ways a continuation of the long tradition of Yoga. This practice connects even more between body and feelings. In Vijnana we are always aware of opposition in order to create a harmonious unit: To go up, go down. To go forward, shift back. […]
Beads of Love: Crafting Memories of Eressos
Beads of Love: Crafting Memories of Eressos with MahaDevi Join us for a joyful and creative gathering where we weave love, laughter, and memories into beautiful bracelets! Using a mix of gemstones, wood, acrylic, and glass beads, you’ll craft your own unique piece – an everlasting keepsake of this magical […]
Mané and Runa – Sound Healing & Dance
Mané and Runa – Sound Healing & Dance Workshops for the LGBTQIA+ CommunityMané and Runa are both lesbians. Through our past intimate relationship, we discovered that we work even better as professional partners. Combining Mané’s singing with Runa’s movement methodology creates a deep sense of empathy.Since 2023, together with Mané […]
Toxic Frogs
Last year, Baskery showed us the electrifying magic that happens when folk and punk collide. This year, get ready for another jolt of pure energy! Straight from France, the all-female Celtic punk band, Toxic Frogs, are set to ignite our open-air cinema venue.Since 2015, they’ve been carving out a loyal […]
Dimi Rompos
Twenty-five years of celebrating women’s voices, and this September, the International Eressos Women’s Festival is thrilled to welcome Dimi Rompos for the first time.Think soulful R&B, but with a fresh, modern twist. Dimi, hailing from Hamburg with Greek roots, is making serious waves in Germany’s music scene. Her sound? Smooth […]
Fortissimo Quartet
Twenty-five years of sisterhood, celebration, and unforgettable moments – and we’re just getting started! To mark this incredible milestone, we’re bringing you something truly electrifying…Prepare to be wowed by Fortissimo Quartet, Greece’s phenomenal (and first) all-female electric string quartet! Maria, Sylvia, Kelly and Maria are landing in Skala Eressos, ready […]
Camp Vamps
Prepare For a Dazzling Return!The Camp Vamps, the legendary band who electrified and thoroughly entertained us in 2018, are back to celebrate our 25th anniversary!We didn’t know whether to laugh, sing or dance so we did all three! Their energy was delightful and infectious.Formed in the 90s by a group […]
Jennifer Corday
Get Ready to Rock, Lesvos!Sappho Women are beyond delighted to announce that the incredible Jennifer Corday will be gracing our stage this year!Born and raised in vibrant Long Beach, California, Jennifer is a musical force. From the classical elegance of a chamber orchestra cellist, a cool bassist with a Jazz […]
Francis van Broekhuizen
Sappho Women are absolutely thrilled to announce that the acclaimed Dutch opera singer, Francis van Broekhuizen, will grace our stage for the very first time, bringing her powerful soprano voice and truly captivating presence to this idyllic setting.Inspired by the legendary Maria Callas, whose photographs adorned her childhood bedroom, Francis […]