FOTIA (a Greek word meaning "Fire"), a band based in the San Francisco Bay Area,specializes in performing Greek Music of all styles, and have thrilled audiences at Greek Festivals and musical events throughout the United States. The band is comprised of musicians Anthony Catchatoorian, Michael Kutulas, George Psarras, Paul Psarras, and vocalist, Olympia.

FOTIA embraces a number of very different Greek musical styles, including traditional folk music from Greece’s mainland, the Greek Islands, and the latest hits from Greece. While FOTIA stays true to their authentic musical roots, their music explores new boundaries with exciting and bold interpretations creating a symbiotic energy with their audience. Visit them at www.fotiamusic.com.

Special Saturday Night Performance by...

www.annavissi.net
www.fannatics.net
www.maplejammusic.com

Superstar ANNA VISSI will perform on Saturday to celebrate Greek culture with the Los Angeles community, the same city she recorded half of her twenty-fifth studio album, Apagorevmeno (Sony Greece). With the help of writers and producers Patrick Leonard, Glen Ballard, Dave Stewart, Greg Ladanyi, and CJ Vanston, the album has gone Platinum and continues to flourish in sales throughout her current Greek tour.

ANNA VISSI has been a player in the music industry since 1973, since then going 29 times platinum in Greece. Although her popularity holds strongest in Europe, Vissi has already cracked the American charts with her 2005 single, "Call Me." Continuing her conquest of the U.S., she will return to Los Angeles in the fall to work on her upcoming International release.

Pablo Mendez and his distinctive Latin musical group, "Charanga Latina" returns to the festival for their 8th year to provide some zesty notes of salsa for the LA Greek Fest. Pablo is an electrifying and passionate performer who has shared the stage with the legendary Tito Puente, Israel Cachao and Natlie Cole. He has also recorded with such celebrated bands as La Charanga, Cubana, Caravana, Cubana & Cuba L.A.

Fest Showtimes: Saturday 7:30 pm and Sunday 7:00 pm.

You can contact Pablo for more information and booking by calling: (213) 329-6137 Or by emailing him at:

Join us for a most unique theatrical presentation
"A Greek Myth - ARACHNE & ATHENA"

Experience a trip back to Ancient Greece, where famous Greek characters come to life to entertain and to educate.

Performing nightly on Saturday and Sunday.

Creating a classic and unique experience for the L.A. Greek Fest. Each performer is trained in mime and Japanese butoh (a form of slow-motion movement and expression) to bring the statues to life. Look for them throughout the Fest Friday and Saturday.

www.livingstatue.com