Dimitris Papaioannou
Born: 1964-01-01 in Athens, Greece
Known For: Directing
Biography
Dimitris Papaioannou (Greek : Δημήτρης Παπαϊωάννου) is a Greek artist who gained early recognition as a painter and comics artist, before his focus shifted to the performing arts. He was a student of the iconic Greek painter Yannis Tsarouchis before studying at the Athens School of Fine Arts. Papaioannou formed the company company Edafos Dance Theatre in 1986. He gained global recognition as the creator of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens.
Filmography
2025
- Bull's Heart as Self
2021
- Nowhere ... (Director)
2018
2012
2011
- Inside by Dimitris Papaioannou ... (Director)
2007
- Dimitris Papaioannou 2 ... (Idea)
2004
1991
- The Tie ... (Title Graphics)
1990
1989
- The Marbles ... (Set Decoration)