The concert was held as part of the international tour of Performart‘s diverse artistic program Notes from No Man’s Land, which aims to promote contemporary Greek artistic creation and strengthen cultural communication between countries and institutions. The event was held under the auspices and with the support of the Ministry of Culture of Greece and offered free admission, attracting keen interest from the Izmir public.

The evening was honored by the presence of the Consul General of Greece in Izmir, Mr. Alexandros Konstas, the Artistic Director of AASSM, Ms. Emel Akçay Özer, as well as representatives of the Municipality of Izmir, confirming the importance of cultural diplomacy and Greek-Turkish artistic cooperation. The contribution of Dr. Payam Gül Susanni was also crucial, as she supported both the translations during the event and the implementation of the project, contributing significantly to the communication and coordination of the action.

The program focused on tango works transcribed for two pianos, featuring compositions by Astor Piazzolla and Pablo Ziegler, showcasing the drama, rhythmic intensity, and lyricism of the genre through contemporary interpretive approaches. The concert, lasting approximately one hour without intermission, was followed with absolute dedication and intense emotional engagement.

The finale was particularly charged with the work Oblivion, dedicated to the family roots of the two artists: Lito Thomou in memory of her grandmother from Izmir and Erato Alakiozidou in memory of her grandfather from Safranbolu. Through a brief address to the audience, with the help of Dr. Payam Gül Susanni, the two pianists spoke visibly moved about the deeply personal significance of the evening, with Erato Alakiozidou noting that it was her first appearance at AASSM.

After the concert, the theater remained full, as the audience waited for the artists for congratulations and autographs. In an atmosphere of intense emotion and human closeness, the two pianists exchanged words and smiles with those present, confirming the profound impact of the evening.

The event received widespread coverage from the Turkish press, with multiple references and extensive publications highlighting both the artistic character of the concert and its symbolism as a bridge of cultures. The prolonged standing ovation sealed an experience that transcended the boundaries of a concert, leaving a strong imprint on the contemporary cultural life of Izmir.