Dimitris Papaioannou ( ; born 21 June 1964 ) is a Greek experimental theater stage director , choreographer and visual artist who drew media attention and acclaim with his creative direction of the Opening Ceremony of the Athens 2004 Olympic Games . His varied career spans three decades and has seen him conceive and direct stage works for the Athens Concert Hall , Edafos Dance Theatre and Elliniki Theamaton , work as a costume , set and make-up designer , and published over 40 comics
Opening Ceremony
2004 Summer Olympics opening ceremony
Dimitris Papaioannou