Dimitris Papaioannou
Directing·January 1, 1964 — 62 years old·Athens, Greece
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.
Known For
Filmography · 12
2025Bull's HeartSelf2021NowhereDirector2018Lambda Pi2012Primal MatterDirector2011Inside by Dimitris PapaioannouDirector2007Dimitris Papaioannou 2Idea · Stage Director · Still Photographer · Director2004Athens 2004: Olympic Closing Ceremony (Games of the XXVIII Olympiad)Director2004Athens 2004: Olympic Opening Ceremony (Games of the XXVIII Olympiad)Director · Writer1998Black Out p.s. Red Out1991The TieTitle Graphics1990The Kiss1989The MarblesSet Decoration