Tzeni Argyriou (Kavala, 1977) is a choreographer, a graduate of the State School of Dance (1995–1998), and a recipient of the Onassis Foundation Scholarship (New York, 2000–2002). She is also a founding member and the artistic director of the company Amorphy (2003–present).
Since 2003, she has been working on the creation of original choreographic works, as well as the artistic curation and implementation of large-scale research-based artistic projects. Her work reflects a deep interest in interdisciplinarity, intermediality, and the convergence of art with science.
In recent years, she has focused on the “analog” body, physical presence and communication, the concept of community, and collective expression. Her aim is to strengthen shared physical experiences and social bonds.
Her works are known for their innovative approach, emphasis on participation, and collaborative nature. Her role as the artistic director of Amorphy has enhanced her ability to manage complex artistic projects on an international level.
She has designed and produced numerous projects, choreographies, multimedia installations, interactive workshops, and participatory works that engage local residents and communities, activating various public spaces. Notable works include MINTATI (2024), Elefsinio Kinima – part of the opening ceremony for the Eleusis 2023 European Capital of Culture (2023), SYNAXIS (2023), PHRASIS (2020–2022), SYNTHESIS (2020–2021), ANONYMO (2017–2018), Face to Phase (2017), MEMORANDUM(2013–2014), MEMORIA OBSCURA (2012), and Dr. MAYBE DARLING (2011). These works have been presented at festivals and institutions in Greece, Europe, and the United States, including:
- Greek National Opera (GR)
- Athens & Epidaurus Festival (GR)
- Onassis Stegi (GR)
- Peak Performances Festival (NY)
- Spring Performing Arts Festival Utrecht (NL)
- Rencontres Chorégraphiques Internationales de Seine-Saint-Denis (FR)
- Temps d’Images Festival, Tanzhaus NRW, Düsseldorf (DE)
- Théâtre des Bernardines, Marseille-Provence (FR)
- Kalamata International Dance Festival (GR)
- Benaki Museum (GR)
- MIR Festival (GR)
- Arc for Dance Festival (GR)
- Judson Church (NY)
Prominent organizations, institutions, and festivals, such as the Stavros Niarchos Foundation, NEON Organization for Culture and Development, Onassis Stegi, Athens & Epidaurus Festival, the Isadora Duncan Dance Research Center, and the Ministry of Culture, have supported her work. She has also managed European programs, such as IMAP (EU Culture 2000), and many of her works have been showcased through international platforms and collaborations.
Since 2012, she has been teaching choreographic composition and improvisation at professional dance schools, while also conducting numerous educational programs and workshops for professionals and amateurs in Greece and abroad.
In December 2024 she was appointed as the Artistic Director of the Kalamata International Dance Festival.