David Rizzio at the Scottish Court
David Rizzio (1533-1566), Italian musician and courtier, is a highly romanticised historical figure. He has long been represented in the Scottish arts for his close relationship with Mary Queen of Scots, his murder at the hands of her husband and other Protestant lords, and his association with the religious conflicts that marked the Scottish Reformation. […]
Leggi di piùSaving the Southside | Saltire Society Edinburgh Branch
How could the course of our Institute’s history have changed if the plans of the 60s & 70s to demolish historic buildings on Edinburgh’s Southside had been carried out? Since 1988, the Italian Institute is located at no. 82 Nicolson Street, right in the heart of the Southside and the Edinburgh University area. During the […]
Leggi di piùMatilde Serao: International Profile, Reception and Networks
The Italian Institute of Culture is delighted to host the online book presentation of Matilde Serao: International Profile, Reception and Networks (Paris: Classiques Garnier, 2022) with the co-editors Gabriella Romani, Ursula Fanning and Katharine Mitchell on Thursday, 28th September at 17:00 (UK Time). The respondent will be Olivia Santovetti. Matilde Serao is still today too […]
Leggi di piùTally’s Blood
The Gaiety Theatre, Ayr, Perth Theatre and Cumbernauld Theatre Company present Tally’s Blood Written by Ann Marie Di Mambro Directed by Ken Alexander There is hardly a town or city in Scotland that doesn’t have its own Italian café, chippy or ice-cream parlour. And it’s in one of these much-loved establishments that the story of […]
Leggi di più“Rome Eternal Evolution” | Photographic Exhibition
To support Rome as a candidate city to host EXPO 2030, the Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh is delighted to host the photographic exhibition “Rome Eternal Evolution“, an evocative photographic journey that tells the different souls of Rome. The exhibition, produced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in collaboration with ANSA […]
Leggi di piùItaly @ Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023
On the occasion of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023, the Italian Institute of Culture is proud to present the Italian artists and shows performing at the Fringe. From Stand-Up Comedy, to Musical Performances, from Drama to Dance, there’s plenty for everyone! Read below for more information on all the shows or visit the Edinburgh Festival […]
Leggi di piùItaly @ Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023: Showcase & Networking Event
The Italian Institute of Culture in Edinburgh is delighted to present Italy @ Fringe 2023, a Showcase & Networking Event to mark the participation of Italian artists and companies to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023 on Thursday, 10 August at 11:30 am. A short promo video will be shown, then the companies will have the […]
Leggi di piùSCANAUDIENCE by SCHNITT and Gianluca Sibaldi | Sonica Festival 2023
The Italian Institute of Culture is delighted to be part of SONICA 2023, a festival for curious minds and adventurous spirits. See yourself as you never have before – and be both a member of the audience and an element of a unique experimental performance. SCHNITT – aka Italian audiovisual artists Marco Monfardini and Amelie […]
Leggi di piùFare Cinema 2023 | L’Abbraccio. Storia di Antonino e Stefano Saetta
The story of the judge Antonino Saetta and his son Stefano, victims of a vicious ambush perpetrated by Cosa Nostra 35 years ago, is unfortunately a story often forgotten. Two young Sicilians, the director Davide Lorenzano and the producer Cristian Patanè, decided to tell it through the docufilm “L’Abbraccio. Storia di Antonino e Stefano Saetta“, […]
Leggi di piùThe 58th season of the INDA Foundation at the Greek Theatre in Siracusa
Four new productions, 200 artists on stage, a tour in the most prestigious Italian theatres. The 58th Season of the INDA Foundation at the Greek Theatre offers an ambitious program, with top names and an eye towards the future, thanks to a record-breaking edition of the International Youth Classical Theatre Festival in Palazzolo Acreide, involving […]
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