Italy @ Fringe 2026: Showcase & Networking Event
The Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh is delighted to open its doors to the Italian artists who will take part in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August 2026! You’re invited to join us on 11 August 2026 at 12:00 pm at the Italian Institute of Culture (Italy House, 20-22 East London Street, EH7 4BQ) […]
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Italy @ Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Italy’s taking over Edinburgh Fringe 2026! In celebration of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026, the Italian Institute of Culture is proud to showcase the Italian artists and performances taking part in this year’s festival. Immerse yourself in captivating Italian storytelling, explore fresh musical talent, or join in the laughter with our top comedy acts—there’s […]
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Simona Parrinello Quartet | Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival
The Italian Institute of Culture is delighted to take part in the Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival 2026, presenting an exceptional lineup of Italian jazz musicians: Simona Parrinello – vocals; Gianluca Di Ienno – piano; Michelangelo Scandroglio – double bass; Alessandro Rossi – drums. Velvet-voiced singer Simona Parrinello draws inspiration from Duke Ellington and Billy […]
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Lasciatemi morire ridendo | Italian Clapperboard
Thursday 25 June 2026, 17:30 Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh The documentary screening series Italian Clapperboard continues on Thursday, 25 June at 17:30 at the Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh with Lasciatemi morire ridendo (Massimiliano Fumagalli, 71′, 2025). Lasciatemi morire ridendo (Let me die laughing) tells the story of Stefano Gheller, the second […]
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UNCHAINED VOICES – Ignatius Sancho and Muzio Clementi: Two Stories between Music and Humanity
UNCHAINED VOICES Ignatius Sancho and Muzio Clementi: Two Stories between Music and Humanity READINGS & MUSIC Edoardo Coen, actor Andrea Coen, piano Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 5:30 PM St Vincent Chapel, St Vincent St, Edinburgh EH3 6SW In Italian with English text. Ignatius Sancho (1729–1780) was an extraordinary figure of the English Enlightenment. Born […]
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Italian Icons – The history of bicycles between competition and design
The bicycle, more than any other object, represents the perfect fusion of ingenuity, elegance and passion, values deeply rooted in Italian culture. The Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh is proud to present a temporary exhibition that aims to recount the history and identity of Italian cycling. The free exhibition, which will run from 11th […]
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Michele Masneri for Paradiso
On the hottest day of one of the hottest summers anyone has ever known, young journalist Federico Desideri is sent on an apparently routine assignment; to snatch an interview with Italy’s latest Oscar winning film director. But in Rome. Far from the comforts of his native Milan. When the director turns out to be elusive, […]
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Mario Biondi – “This Is What You Are” 20th Anniversary Tour
The “Sicilian Crooner” Mario Biondi returns to Scotland in 2026 for two exciting shows celebrating the 20th Anniversary of his iconic single “This Is What You Are”: TUESDAY 9 JUNE 2026 | EDINBURGH (The Queen’s Hall) WEDNESDAY 10 JUNE 2026 | GLASGOW (St Luke’s) TICKETS HERE It has been 20 years since Mario Biondi’s warm, […]
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The Great Ambition – Screening at the ARC – University of Glasgow
Join us for a special screening of The Great Ambition, directed by Andrea Segre at the ARC, University of Glasgow, on Thursday, 4 June at 17:00 (screening starts at 17:30), with an introduction by Elisa Segnini, University of Glasgow, and Laura Leuzzi. Blending political history with intimate human drama, the film explores the life and […]
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Breath | Italian Clapperboard
Thursday 28 May 2026, 17:30 Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh The documentary screening series Italian Clapperboard continues on Thursday, 28 May at 17:30 at the Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh with Breath (Ilaria Congiu, 72′,2025). An emotional and intimate journey, directed by Ilaria Congiu, that explores climate change, pollution, and industrial fishing through […]
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